Capresso 259.04 H2O Plus Glass Water Kettle

The Capresso 259.04 H2O Plus electric hot water kettle is made of German heat resistant glass and has easy to see ounce markings. The Capresso's elegant glass kettle design allows you to see the water as it bubbles and boils and the handle lights up with the glow of a blue light, making this a great conversational piece while you're waiting for the water to boil.

The cordless electric tea pot is removable from the heating base and the heating element is completely concealed. This hot water kettle offers a 1 1/2 quart capacity and an auto shutoff safety feature. The Capresso hot water pot has a small footprint of just 6 1/4" x 8" making this a good looking choice for a desktop electric hot water dispenser.

Pros

• Visually stimulating design of see through glass and light up handle.
• Boils water quickly for brewing the perfect cup of coffee or black tea.
• Very small footprint so the Capresso kettle would be perfect for office desks or dorm rooms.
• Kettle is detachable and swivels 360 degrees from the heating base.
• The electric kettle is cordless for easy pouring.

Cons

• Small capacity of 1 1/2 quarts (1.42 liters).
• Can only bring water to a boil, no temperature settings.
• A bit on the expensive side in comparison to other electric water kettles that offer the same functions.
  

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Braun WK200W Electric Water Kettle

Yet another protable electric water kettle that separates from the heating unit. The Braun WK200W Electric Water Kettle can boil a cup of water in just 70 seconds and once it is picked up, the heating element automatically shuts off. This electric tea kettle has a capacity of 7 cups. It also has an anti-calcification filter to keep the kettle buildup free.

Pros

• Affordable.
• Separates from heating element.
• Small footprint of 9 1/5" X 7 5/9" so this would be a perfect office kettle.
• Visible water level indicator.
• Ergonomic non-slip handle.
• Perfect as an electric tea kettle as long as you're not making green or white teas.
• Perfect for french press coffee.
• Auto shutoff safety feature prevents the unit from boiling dry.

Cons

• Very small capacity of just 7 cups.
• Only boils water, there's no automatic temperature presets.
  

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Chef's Choice 685 International Deluxe Cordless Electric Teakettle Review

This is a very stylish polished stainless steel tea pot by Chef's Choice. The Chef's Choice 685 International Deluxe Cordless electric tea kettle has a capacity of 1 1/3 quarts (1.5 liters) and brings water to a boil faster than a microwave. The hot water kettle swivels 360 degrees and is removable from the base for easy pouring and cleaning. Chef's Choice has made this electric tea pot with an auto shut off function to prevent the unit from boiling dry. The electric hot water kettle has a very small 9.4"x8.4" footprint so it's perfect for offices and dorm rooms. 

Pros

• Very stylish mirror finish and curved design.
• Kettle detaches from base for easy pouring and clean up.
• Interior is stainless steel so plastic does not come in contact with hot water.
• Heating element is completely concealed.
• Small size makes this kettle perfect for desks and dorm rooms.

Cons

• Expensive for the amount of functions offered.
• No timers, safety locks, or temperature slecvtion functions.
• Very small capacity so this kettle will have to be refilled often.

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Flama Stainless Steel Cordless Kettle Review

Here's another no fuss workhorse hot water kettle. The Flama Stainless Steel Electric Kettle has a capacity of 1.8 liters and brings water to a full boil quickly and quietly. The sleek stainless steel kettle and black plastic base blends is stylish enough for any office or kitchen. The stainless steel kettle is removable from the base for easy cordless pouring. An auto shutoff feature ensures that the heater shuts off 15 seconds after the water starts boiling.
Pros

• Small, sleek, and stylish design.
• Stainless Steel Kettle, so no heated plastic elements come in contact with the water.
• Removable cordless kettle.
• Quickly and quietly brings water to a boil.
• Concealed heating element.
• Affordable.
• Small and compact 8" diameter base.
• Average capacity of 1.8 liters, which is adequate for all but the most avid tea drinkers.
• Boils water for a perfectly brewed cup of black tea or coffee, also cooks noodles and oatmeal.

Cons

• Only brings water to a boil, no water temperature selection levels available.

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Proctor Silex K2070 1-Quart Automatic Electric Kettle Review

This little electric tea kettle is an economical solution to brewing tea or cooking instant noodles at your work desk or dorm room. This Proctor Silex K2070 1-Quart Automatic Electric Kettle has a 1.0 liter capacity and has base measurements of 9 1/6" by 5".

The power cord is also detachable, making this a perfect travel companion. There is a water level indicator and auto shut off/boil-dry protection feature. The Proctor Silex automatic electric tea pot comes protected with a 180 day warranty. If you are looking for a bargain and don't need fancy water temperature and timer settings then this is the right hot water kettle for you.

The electric kettle brings water to a full boil so you can brew strong cups of coffee and black tea, cook noodles, or make oatmeal. For green and white tea, just pour out a cup of boiling water and transfer the water back and forth between several cups to bring the water to the right temperature. In any case, even without auto temperature settings, this still beats boiling water in a pot. 

Pros

• The Proctor Silex K2070 is affordable.
• Very small footprint, perfect for crowded desks or small dorm rooms.
• Boils water quickly.
• Visible water level monitor.
• Top locks in so there's no risk of spilling hot water.
• Detachable power cord for easy pouring.

Cons

• Only brings water to a full boil, no auto temperature levels.
• Small capacity of 1.0 liter. May need to be refilled often depending on level of use.
• No water dispenser button. Have to lift up kettle to pour water.

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