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AmazonBasics Stainless Steel Portable Electric Hot Water Kettle 1 Liter Silver
Last Updated: April 16, 2020 (Refresh Now)
9.2
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/10
Total Reviews
999
Old Reviews
82
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Review Analysis - 874 recent, verified reviews
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Heating
161heats, hot, heating, kettle, tea
+96%
-4%
" ... Heats up water fairly quick. ... "
" ... Relative to heating a kettle on said gas cooktop seems so fast and efficient. ... "
" ... This is as easy to use as could be wanted and heats water very quickly. ... "
" ... I wanted a somewhat small kettle that heated one to four cups of water. ... It heats quickly and I like that it is stainless steel. ... "
" ... Love this hot water pot! ... Heats fast, and the configuration of the whole thing is perfect! ... "
" ... Heats quickly, easy to clean and water indicator is easy to see and read. ... "
" ... Boils water super fast and small enough to keep in a desk drawer at work for hot tea and oatmeal so I don't have to use the discussing microwave at work just to heat water. ... "
" ... Heats up quickly. ... "
Size
86small, perfect, compact, kettle, fit
+97%
-3%
" ... Bought this for a job site construction trailer to enjoy a nice warm cup of tea on a well deserved break. ... "
" ... Compact and boils quickly. ... "
" ... Great size and works perfectly! ... This fit the bill. ... "
" ... a little bit smaller than I expected , but still awesome. ... "
" ... Use it in my office, good size for that. ... "
" ... Perfect size, not too big. ... "
" ... Small but efficient. ... "
" ... easy using, very quickly, a little bit small ... "
Usage
74kettle, pot, boil, stove, space
+96%
-4%
" ... I love this tea kettle. ... "
" ... Not as nicely constructed as the name brands but the size is perfect for one or two people. ... "
" ... I have never owned a tea kettle of any kind and I decided to try this out . ... "
" ... Take up little space on my countertop. ... "
" ... It’s a perfect size to have on the counter, next to my toaster. ... "
" ... Great little pot. ... "
" ... was the ideal temp for making tea. ... "
" ... This is a permanent replacement for my stove-top kettle ... "
Price
73money, kettle, worth, value, worth the money
+100%
" ... This is so worth the money. ... "
" ... Good with this price ... "
" ... Specifically for the price, it's a no-brainer! ... "
" ... Great value for the price ... "
" ... Great look and price. ... "
" ... Great little kettle for the price ... "
" ... Great product and value! ... "
" ... Very good quality and can’t beat the price. ... "
Cleaning
70easy to clean, water, kettle, heats, hard to clean
+90%
-10%
" ... It’s a perfect size and very clean and sleek looking. ... "
" ... I particularly appreciate that the heating element isn't external, meaning that the plate doesn't radiate heat to the countertop, only to the pot. ... "
" ... Love this quick and easy to use but hard to clean top flips . ... "
" ... Cleaning no problem. ... "
" ... Fast heating kettle, with clean, simple design. ... "
" ... It is easy to clean. ... "
" ... This has been a wonderful product so far, heats quickly and is easy to clean up after, perfect for our camper! ... "
" ... Easy to keep clean if just using water. ... "
Ease of Use
57easy, simple, quick, easy to clean, kettle
+100%
" ... I make tea frequently and this makes it easy. ... "
" ... This kettle is compact, easy to use, and gets the job done quickly. ... "
" ... It is easy to guide the water as I pour. ... "
" ... Lid could open more to make filling a little easier. ... "
" ... This kettle is easy to use,very cheap,and very good. ... "
" ... So far simple and easy to use. ... "
" ... Great value and easy to use! ... "
" ... the design is simple and reliable. ... "
Build Quality
52kettle, stainless steel, inside, water, hot
+67%
-33%
" ... Works great, quick boil, sturdy. ... "
" ... It's a very elegant water boiler it looks in stainless steel material and the design is very cute i love it, I would give 5 stars if it was made also to works with power supply 220 volts . ... "
" ... I love the material it is made of ... "
" ... This kettle cuts our preparation time nearly in 1\2. ... "
" ... I never thought I'd find a piece of metal adorable, but this electric kettle is in its own way. ... "
" ... The metal looks nice and you can easily switch it on. ... "
" ... The stainless steel finish gives the kettle a premium feel and it boils water quickly. ... "
" ... The water boils fast and the pot seems quite sturdy. ... "
Design
51design, looks nice, cute, look, counter
+96%
-4%
" ... It’s a perfect size and very clean and sleek looking. ... "
" ... We love the size, shape, and look. ... "
" ... It's inexpensive, it works great and it doesn't look bad sitting on the counter. ... "
" ... Fits right in with my other kitchen appliances. ... "
" ... Also, nice stainless steel design. ... "
" ... the design is simple and reliable. ... "
" ... Compact and stylish. ... "
" ... And it's so much nicer looking in real life - does not look as cute and compact as it really is on Amazon. ... "
Coffee
50tea, hot, kettle, french press, french press coffee
+94%
-6%
" ... Boiling enough for several cups of coffee (via French press) takes under five minutes. ... "
" ... I used this to heat water daily for my french pressed coffee and my wife's tea. ... "
" ... EVERYONE IS HAPPY TEA/COFFER/HOT CHOCOLATE AND HOT CIDER DRINKERS NOW! ... "
" ... so unlike some of the reviews here about the metallic taste upon boiling water for my first cup of tea that night and coffee the next morning - twas perfect for me! ... "
" ... Seems like a minute or less for boiling water for my French press coffee. ... "
" ... Saved ton of time and $$ in the morning in coffee money. ... "
" ... Couldn't justify a Keurig or similar for an occasional cup of tea, coffee, chocolate, etc. ... "
" ... I love this tea kettle. ... "
Family
47family, kitchen, kettle, water, house
+100%
" ... I just bought this for my dorm next semester. ... "
" ... Perfect size for an apartment, boils water quick and is really cute ... "
" ... This little kettle is a workhorse in our house! ... "
" ... The body itself will be hot so def keeps it away from children. ... "
" ... Great for college ... "
" ... This brand can be heard from another room. ... "
" ... All family enjoys. ... "
" ... I like that level indicator outside. ... "
Product Reliability
39weeks, last, kettle, week, working
+87%
-13%
" ... Been using it everyday from past 2 weeks and has been working very well so far ... "
" ... I was skeptical because of some of the reviews, but mine has worked well for the week since I've had it, no rust and hasn't exploded lol ... "
" ... Probably one of the better purchases I've made this year. ... "
" ... No issues yet ... "
" ... Will it last forever? ... "
" ... No problems after 6 months. ... "
" ... Been using daily for about 3 weeks now with no problems. ... "
" ... its still working after 6 months of everyday usage, idk its definitely wurf ... "
Water Resistance
23boils, boiling, boil, minutes, kettle
+91%
-9%
" ... Does the job of getting water hot. ... "
" ... Very well built and boils water so quickly. ... "
" ... I then realized I needed a quick and easy way to boil the water and after a little more investigating here on Amazon.com, I located this item. ... "
" ... but really, just use RO water and you will have zero issues. ... "
" ... This is the loudest water boiler I have ever experienced. ... "
" ... I saved lots of money because I no longer need to buy bottled water. ... "
" ... Cheap, boiled water fast. ... "
" ... It's great it boils the water in probably less than a minute and it's really easy to use . ... "
Marketplace
21works, described, product, trust, basics
+95%
-5%
" ... I have nothing but love for amazon basics products! ... "
" ... Exactly as described! ... "
" ... Works as mentioned in description. ... "
" ... But i trust Amazon, so i gave a try. ... "
" ... Quick and fast shipping. ... "
" ... I will order again ... "
" ... Thank you Amazon for this awesome product. ... "
" ... Looks and works as expected ... "
For Travel
9home, europe, travel, took, tea
+100%
" ... I liked it so much that I got 2 more for our home and travel trailer! ... "
" ... Bought this for our trip. ... Don't go to a trip without it. ... "
" ... Reminds me of the ones used in Europe. ... "
" ... I ordered this pot for a trip to have at the location I was staying at and it worked great! ... "
" ... I bought this to bring with me traveling so I can have tea wherever I'm staying and it works great! ... "
" ... great for travel, too. ... "
" ... Just took with me on a trip for several weeks and it was more than worth it. ... "
" ... I bought it after using one at a vacation rental. ... "
Returns
7replacement, product, amazon, window, returned
+14%
-86%
" ... Unfortunately I don’t return Amazon purchases so I’m stuck with this product which I’m not too thrilled about. ... "
" ... I am planning to return this product. ... "
" ... I already threw the package box so I couldn’t return it anymore. ... "
" ... However, Amazon helped out with a refund ... "
" ... Can you please send me the return label so that I can return it as it us of no use to me . ... "
" ... I returned it immediately. ... "
Product As Described
7described, photo, looks, expected, exactly
+100%
" ... Works as mentioned in description. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... See my pictures. ... "
" ... Looks and works as expected ... "
" ... Exactly as described! ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
Delivery
7good, also, working, pretty, first
+86%
-14%
" ... SO ORDER #2 HAS BEEN DELIVERED! ... "
" ... Been using for a bout a month now, pretty satisfied, really good, shipping was fast, it even has a filter which I didn't catch at first so that was a nice surprise, also stainless steel is def better than plastic and pretty cheap and look expensive. ... "
" ... It also looks good and was delivered promptly. ... "
" ... Item arrived the next day !! ... "
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