10 Best Electric Tea Kettles to Shop Now

No one wants to wait for their water to boil.

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Few things upgrade making tea quite like an electric tea kettle. "They are a fast and inexpensive way to heat water quickly," says Jessica Petrino, the editorial director and appliance expert at AJ Madison. "Electric tea kettles are faster than boiling water on the stove in a pot, pan, or traditional kettle." Not only can they be used for both tea and coffee—pour-over, anyone?—but they also make bringing water to a boil so much easier. Most of the electric kettles we're recommending come with easy one-touch buttons allowing you to simply fill the kettle with water, plug it in, press a button, and watch your water boil.

When it comes to tea, everyone likes theirs hot, but sometimes opting for a specific temperature will bring out specific flavor profiles in tea leaves. These kettles provide a wide range of heating options, some even to the degree. Plus, many of these kettles have a warming button, meaning they'll keep the water at your desired temperature for up to an hour. Enjoying that second cuppa just got a whole lot easier!

A gooseneck-style electric tea kettle is not only aesthetically pleasing, but it also offers up precise pouring. That means you shouldn't have to worry about spilling scalding hot water ever again. We also like that this kettle has the ability to adjust the temperature in one-degree increments, which means you get a perfectly hot cup every time.

Smeg is known for its vintage-inspired appliance designs, and the brand's tea kettle is no exception. But while it looks old-fashioned, it's totally modern in terms of its abilities. This electric tea kettle comes in a variety of colors and will automatically shut off once it reaches 212 degrees.

A cordless kettle offers all of the benefits of an electric one, just without any pesky wires. This water-heating device includes six preset heat settings, and it'll keep your water warm for 30 minutes after it comes to your desired temperature.

Tea aficionados and amateur baristas can come in the same package—after all, who says you have to be exclusively team tea or team coffee? This electric kettle's gooseneck allows for easy pouring when making pour-over coffee, but it also features a knob for to-the-degree temperature control that'll come in handy when making a mug of tea. What's more, it'll keep your water hot for up to 60 minutes, which means you can enjoy a few cups at a time.

If you love a vintage-inspired electric tea kettle, consider this ceramic option with rose gold metallic details. It's not just pretty: It's also incredibly functional. It can hold up to 1.5 liters of water and has an easy to use on/off switch.

With almost 200 reviews and nearly a five-star rating on Amazon, you know that this electric tea kettle, which is made of sturdy, stainless steel, is a winner. We like that it has a curved, ergonomically-designed spout that evens out the flow of the water as you pour. Another added benefit? It has an automatic shut-off for extra safety once it hits the desired temperature.

This electric kettle's glass pitcher means you can easily see when your water begins to boil. A soft blue light also helps indicate when the water is heating up.

If you're making just a few cups of tea or coffee, consider this small but mighty electric kettle, which holds 0.8 liters. With a one-touch button that heats the water to 212 degrees, making a great cup of tea has never been easier.

Here, you'll find a removable mesh scale filter that allows you to easily clean the kettle. Another plus? The electric kettle has a 1500-watt heating element that helps the boils water quickly.

While this kettle might cost a pretty penny, its precise temperature controls means you can make your tea exactly as hot as you like it. The stainless-steel make means it's also easy to clean.