Ninja KT200
Score: 85/100
Hamilton Beach Digital Temperature Control
Score: 87/100Rankings
The Hamilton Beach Digital Temperature Control kettle offers rapid boiling and precise temperature presets in a sturdy double-wall stainless design. Its size and lack of integrated filtration may limit placement and convenience. Ideal for tea and coffee enthusiasts who value speed and safety.
The Ninja KT200 is a 1.7-liter electric kettle that boils a cup of water in about 90 seconds and offers seven temperature presets with a 30-minute hold feature. Its larger footprint, short cord, and occasional temperature variance can be drawbacks for tight spaces. Ideal for families or offices that need fast, precise boiling for multiple beverages.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1.7 Lbest | 1.7 Lbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 90 secondsbest | 612 seconds |
1,500 Wbest | 1,500 Wbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.72 kg | 1.089 kgbest |
30 minutesbest | 30 minutesbest | |
120 Vbest | — | |
800 mmbest | — | |
245 mmbest | 241.3 mm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity & Performance(2) | ||
Boil Time (seconds) | 90 seconds | 612 seconds |
Temperature Range (°C) | 40.5-100 °C | 71-100 °C |
Design & Build(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.72 kg | 1.089 kg |
Height (mm) | 245 mm | 241.3 mm |
Width (mm) | 192 mm | 152.4 mm |
Depth (mm) | 239 mm | 213.36 mm |
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Professional reviewers and editors commend the Ninja KT200 for its exceptionally fast boil time, extensive seven-preset temperature options, and convenient 30-minute hold function, all wrapped in a durable stainless-steel, BPA-free package. They also note its illuminated water window and clear LCD display as usability strengths, while pointing out its relatively large footprint, heavier weight, and slight temperature tolerance as drawbacks compared with sleeker competitors.
Everyday users rave about the kettle's speed, describing it as "incredibly fast," and appreciate the preset temperatures and hold feature that keep water ready for multiple drinks. The sleek look and easy-to-use controls receive frequent praise, though several customers mention temperature variance, bulkier size, short cord, and occasional scale buildup as recurring concerns.
“Heats incredibly fast”
“Keeps water hot for ages”
“Game changer”
Professional editors consistently commend the kettle for its rapid heating, safety-focused design, and precise temperature presets that elevate tea and coffee preparation. The double-wall version's superior heat retention and the clear digital display are also highlighted as differentiators that justify its premium positioning within the Hamilton Beach lineup.
Everyday users appear to appreciate the quick boil time and the convenience of preset temperatures, often noting that their tea tastes better and preparation is simpler. Recurring themes in user feedback include concerns about the kettle's size on limited counter space and the extra effort required to clean the mesh filter, while the lack of an integrated water filter is also mentioned as a drawback.
