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Electric Kettles

An electric kettle is used several times a day, so details matter. We compare boil speed, temperature presets for tea and coffee, noise, materials and how easy each kettle is to descale.

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The best plastic electric kettles: our top 4 (2026)

#1
Textures Electric 1.7L Cordless Kettle (Fast Boil 3KW, Black Premium Plastic, matt & high Gloss Finish, Removable Washable Anti-Scale Filter, Push to Open lid, Perfect Pour spout) 21271 Black Kettle Only

Russell Hobbs

Textures Electric 1.7L Cordless Kettle (Fast Boil 3KW, Black Premium Plastic, matt & high Gloss Finish, Removable Washable Anti-Scale Filter, Push to Open lid, Perfect Pour spout) 21271 Black Kettle Only

7.6/10 Analysis score
+ Boils water quickly thanks to 3kW power, especially for 1–2 cups
+ Lightweight 1.7L body with dual water windows and easy-to-use push-button lid
#2
Hive Kettle, 1.5L, Easy Fill System, Enhanced Waterspout, 3KW Rapid Boil, 360 Degree Base, Limescale Filter, Water Viewing Window, White, 108274 1.5 Litres White

Morphy Richards

Hive Kettle, 1.5L, Easy Fill System, Enhanced Waterspout, 3KW Rapid Boil, 360 Degree Base, Limescale Filter, Water Viewing Window, White, 108274 1.5 Litres White

7.4/10 Analysis score
#3
Essentials 1.7L Fast Boil Electric Kettle – Black Plastic Cordless Jug with Auto Shut-Off & Boil-Dry Protection, Compact, Easy to Use & Clean Kettle Black

Daewoo

Essentials 1.7L Fast Boil Electric Kettle – Black Plastic Cordless Jug with Auto Shut-Off & Boil-Dry Protection, Compact, Easy to Use & Clean Kettle Black

7.0/10 Analysis score
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Top 2: best glass electric kettles (2026)

#1
Glass Electric Kettle with Blue Illumination - 2200W Fast Boil, 1.7L Borosilicate Glass, Auto Shut-Off & Boil-Dry Protection, 304 Stainless Steel Heating Plate, Cordless 360° Base, Black-Adam

Aigostar

Glass Electric Kettle with Blue Illumination - 2200W Fast Boil, 1.7L Borosilicate Glass, Auto Shut-Off & Boil-Dry Protection, 304 Stainless Steel Heating Plate, Cordless 360° Base, Black-Adam

7.4/10 Analysis score
+ Boils water quickly thanks to 2200W power, even at full 1.7L capacity
+ Glass body and stainless steel plate mean no plastic taste and easy limescale visibility
#2
1.8L Glass Electric Kettle 1500W, Temperature Control, Fast Boil - Auto Shut-Off, LED Lights, Boil-Dry Protection Silver, Black

Chefman

1.8L Glass Electric Kettle 1500W, Temperature Control, Fast Boil - Auto Shut-Off, LED Lights, Boil-Dry Protection Silver, Black

7.2/10 Analysis score
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PARIS RHÔNE PE-EK023 Electric Kettle Review: fast boiling with real temperature control for tea and coffee drinkers
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PARIS RHÔNE PE-EK023 Electric Kettle Review: fast boiling with real temperature control for tea and coffee drinkers

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The PARIS RHÔNE PE‑EK023 electric kettle positions itself as a practical mid‑range choice for people who care about both water quality and brewing temperature. On one side you get a 1.7L capacity, 1500W heating, and a stainless steel interior, which answers the usual concerns about speed and plastic...