Hamilton Beach Electric Tea Kettle
Score: 81/100
Cosori Gooseneck Matte Black
Score: 74/100Rankings
The Hamilton Beach 1.7-liter stainless-steel kettle delivers rapid boiling thanks to its 1500 W element and large capacity. It lacks a keep-warm function and detailed expert reviews, which may leave some performance questions unanswered. Ideal for tea enthusiasts and busy households needing quick hot water.
The COSORI Smart Bluetooth Gooseneck Kettle adds Bluetooth connectivity and precise temperature presets to a 0.8 L stainless-steel design, catering to tea and coffee lovers who value app control. Its main drawback is inconsistent Bluetooth performance and limited capacity. Suited for tech-savvy single users prioritizing temperature accuracy.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1.7 Lbest | 0.8 L | |
| ↓ lower better | 600 secondsbest | — |
1,500 Wbest | 1,200 W | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.998 kgbest | 1.17 kg |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
— | 914 mmbest | |
223 mmbest | 196 mm | |
158.5 mm | 229 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity & Performance(3) | ||
Capacity (L) | 1.7 L | 0.8 L |
Boil Time (seconds) | 600 seconds | 180-300 seconds |
Temperature Range (°C) | 71-100 °C | 40-100 °C |
Design & Build(5) | ||
Body Material | Stainless Steel | stainless steel |
Weight (kg) | 0.998 kg | 1.17 kg |
Height (mm) | 223 mm | 196 mm |
Width (mm) | 158.5 mm | 229 mm |
Depth (mm) | 235 mm | 295 mm |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power (Wattage) (W) | 1500 W | 1200 W |
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Everyday users consistently highlight the kettle's fast boiling speed, large capacity, and ease of use, especially praising the clear water level window and the convenience of cordless operation.
Professional reviewers commend the kettle's precise temperature control, rapid boil time, and high-quality stainless-steel build, while criticizing its unreliable Bluetooth connection and lack of voice-assistant support, which limit its smart-home appeal.
“Bluetooth is 'not the most resilient protocol' compared to alternatives like Zigbee, Z-Wave, or WiFi.”
Everyday users appreciate the accurate temperature settings, quick heating, sturdy construction, and easy-to-use app, but many express frustration with frequent Bluetooth drop-outs, the inability to pair multiple devices, and the need to rely on the app for core features.
