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Hamilton Beach Temperature Control Electric Tea Kettle, Water Boiler & Heater, 1.7 Liter, Fast Boiling 1500 Watts, BPA Free, Cordless, Auto-Shutoff and Boil-Dry Protection, Stainless Steel (41020R)
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Brand | Hamilton Beach |
Color | Stainless Steel |
Special Feature | Indicator Light, Temperature Control, Programmable |
Package Information | Kettle |
Finish Type | Brushed |
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- 6 TEMPERATURE PRESETS. The variable temperature electric kettle brings water up to the perfect temperatures to make green, white, oolong, black and delicate herbal teas and French press coffee. The kettle beeps when the selected temperature is reached.
- HOLD WATER AT YOUR SELECTED TEMPERATURE. Press the keep warm button to maintain the desired temperature for as long as 30 minutes or until the kettle is removed from the base for serving.
- DURABLE, BPA-FREE, FOOD-GRADE STAINLESS STEEL INTERIOR: The cordless electric kettle's stainless steel interior provides years of long-lasting performance, is easy to clean and has a MAX fill line for easy filling.
- FAST BOIL WITH 1500 WATTS: Rapidly bring water to a boil so you can make yourself a quick cup of tea, hot cocoa or coffee without the long wait — perfect for hectic mornings or anytime you need hot water fast.
- PEACE OF MIND WITH AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF AND BOIL-DRY PROTECTION: The automatic shutoff feature with boil-dry protection keeps the stainless steel electric kettle from scorching.
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Temperature Control | 4.2 | — | 1.6 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.1 |
Value for money | 4.3 | — | — | 4.5 | 4.4 | 3.3 |
Easy to use | 4.3 | — | — | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Easy to clean | 3.9 | — | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.3 | — |
Heat output | — | — | — | 4.6 | 4.5 | 3.6 |
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material | Stainless Steel | — | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Cool-Touch Exterior |
capacity | 1.7 liters | 1.7 liters | 1.7 liters | 1.5 liters | 1.7 liters | 1.7 liters |
wattage | 1500 watts | 1500 watts | 1200 watts | 1500 watts | 1500 watts | 1500 watts |
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From the manufacturer
Hamilton Beach products are thoughtfully designed to make your life easier. We use consumer insights, in-depth research and rigorous testing to deliver the best solution to your everyday needs.
Whether it's preparing delicious meals and beverages effortlessly, or making your clothes look their best, you can count on the brand that has spent over 100 years creating products with you in mind.
Hamilton Beach 1.7 Liter Variable Temperature Electric Kettle with LED Indicator
The Hamilton Beach Variable Temperature Stainless Steel Kettle eliminates guesswork with 6 temperature presets for green, white, oolong, black and delicate herbal teas and French press coffee.
Because it heats water with the touch of a button and reaches precise temperatures, you can make your favorite hot beverages with confidence. To hold water at your selected temperature, press the keep warm button to maintain the desired temperature for as long as 30 minutes or until the kettle is removed from the base for serving. The durable, BPA-free, stainless steel interior provides years of long-lasting performance, is easy to clean and has a MAX fill line for easy filling.
- 1500 watts of power to bring water to a boil fast
- Large water window makes it easy to keep track of the water level, and the blue LED lights look attractive and provide extra light on dark mornings
- Automatic shutoff and boil-dry protection
- 1.7 liter capacity holds enough water for the whole family
- Convenient cord-free serving makes it easy to pour beverages at the table
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Eliminate Guesswork with 6 Temperature PresetsBoth novice and daily tea drinkers will appreciate the kettle’s 6 settings, which bring water up to the perfect temperatures to make green, white, oolong, black and delicate herbal teas as well as French press coffee. The kettle beeps when the selected temperature is reached. |
Hold Water at Your Selected TemperaturePress the keep warm button to maintain the desired temperature for as long as 30 minutes or until the kettle is removed from the base for serving. |
Durable, BPA-Free, Food-Grade Stainless Steel InteriorThe cordless electric kettle's stainless steel interior provides years of long-lasting performance, is easy to clean and has a MAX fill line for easy filling. |
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Fast Boil with 1500 WattsRapidly bring water to a boil so you can make yourself a quick cup of tea, hot cocoa or coffee without the long wait — perfect for hectic mornings or anytime you need hot water fast. |
Peace of Mind with Automatic Shutoff and Boil-Dry ProtectionThe automatic shutoff feature with boil-dry protection keeps the kettle from scorching. |
Large Easy-to-View Water Window with Blue LED LightsYou can easily keep track of the water level and you'll enjoy the attractive blue LED lights, especially on dark mornings. |
1.7 Liter Electric Kettle with LED Indicator | 1.7 Liter Digital Variable Temperature Cool-Touch Electric Kettle | 1.7 Liter Variable Temperature Electric Kettle with LED Indicator | Hamilton Beach Professional Digital LCD Electric Kettle | Hamilton Beach Smart Electric Kettle | |
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Size | 1.7 Liters | 1.7 Liters | 1.7 Liters | 1.7 Liters | 1.7 Liters |
Watts | 1500 | 1500 | 1500 | 1500 | 1500 |
Auto Shutoff and Boil-Dry Protection | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Cordless Serving | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Variable Temperature | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Other | LED Indicator | Digital Controls, Cool-Touch Exterior | LED Indicator | LCD Digital Controls | Works with Alexa |
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Product information
Brand | Hamilton Beach |
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Color | Stainless Steel |
Special Feature | Indicator Light, Temperature Control, Programmable |
Package Information | Kettle |
Finish Type | Brushed |
Product Dimensions | 8.9"L x 6.2"W x 9.9"H |
Included Components | Base for Cordless Serving, Electric Kettle |
Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash |
Recommended Uses For Product | Heating, Boiling |
Model Name | Hamilton Beach Temperature Control Electric Tea Kettle, Water |
Item Weight | 1.51 Kilograms |
Item Weight | 3.32 pounds |
Manufacturer | Hamilton Beach |
ASIN | B0758BZKQN |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | 41020 |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #23,044 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen) #48 in Electric Kettles |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 30, 2017 |
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Tea? Hot chocolate? Instant soup? If you have a taste for it, The Hamilton Beach 1. 7 L Stainless Steel temperature control electric kettle, water boiler & tea heater with LED indicator, keep warm, auto-shutoff & boil-dry protection can have it ready in minutes. The powerful rapid-boil system provides fast heat-up from any standard outlet and the auto shutoff function helps keep kettles from boiling dry. Hamilton Beach kettles are great looking and easy to use. Plus, most kettles include a 360-degree rotating or cordless base for easy serving. Hamilton Beach kettles feature a stay-cool handle and drip-free spout that makes pouring easy.
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Customers like the temperature control and ease of use of the electric water boiler. For example, they say it heats quickly and has a soft alarm that will sound when water is hot. Customers are also impresseded with the appearance. That said, some complain about the auto shut-off. Opinions are mixed on value, performance, and quality.
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Customers like the temperature control of the electric water boiler. They say it heats quickly, gives the perfect temperature, and works so much faster to heat water. The large capacity and different temperature settings allow you to hold the brewing temperature for another 30 minutes. The keep warm feature turns off after 30 minutes and the kettle boils water in under a minute.
"I love that this pot is easy to use, heats quickly, and looks nice, too. I use it every night!" Read more
"My wife uses this new kettle a couple of times each day. It's quick heat-up time and apparent ease of use have made it a counter-top regular...." Read more
"...Both have a great feature that will allow you to hold the brewing temp for another 30 minutes. So, what is different between the two brands?..." Read more
"Love having hot water so fast. Looks like we payed more than we did for it." Read more
Customers find the electric water boiler easy to use. They mention it's convenient, simple, and looks great. Some say the base is quick and easy to set up, and it heats extremely fast. Overall, most are satisfied with the product's ease of use.
"I love that this pot is easy to use, heats quickly, and looks nice, too. I use it every night!" Read more
"...It's quick heat-up time and apparent ease of use have made it a counter-top regular...." Read more
"...This kettle was life changing for me! It’s so easy to use...." Read more
"Works Great. Very Convenient." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the electric water boiler. They say it looks nice, has good function, and is affordable. Some customers also say the controls are attractive and easy to use, and they love the blue LED lights that illuminate the side of the kettle.
"I love that this pot is easy to use, heats quickly, and looks nice, too. I use it every night!" Read more
"...I was surprised. While the HB looks fine, it's stainless steel is machined a bit rougher. The workmanship feels cheaper...." Read more
"...Simplest, best looking, and useful kettle I've come across!" Read more
"...In the end I would recommend the HB over Cuisinart. The HB product is very nice, efficient, and just as quality if not better than the similar..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the water boiler. Some mention that it works well, while others say that it stops working completely. Some customers also mention that the product is inconsistent and unreliable from the start.
"...He loves it and spends less time at the coffee shop. He says it works great." Read more
"...and it stopped working after 9 months...." Read more
"Works Great. Very Convenient." Read more
"...Thankfully it eventually does (after 3 mins, I think). It's meh. It's boring...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the electric water boiler. Some mention it's a solid kettle at a great price, well made, and reliable. However, others say that it lasted less than 2 years, broke in 8 months, and the durability and reliability are questionable.
"...I can also take this one when I travel and it won’t break!! Are you kidding at this price don’t pass this up!..." Read more
"...Oh man. Hamilton Beach, you let me down! Minor workmanship issues aside, a temperature adjustable tea kettle should be accurate...." Read more
"...I use it at least 3 times a day. It lasted me a long time. The only reason It broke is because my wife dropped it and broke it." Read more
"The unit worked great until it failed after 9 months of occasional use...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the electric water boiler. Some mention that it's a great value and well worth it, while others say that it is cheap and plastic-y.
"Easy to use. Includes temperatures for different kinds of tea. Reasonably priced. I am very pleased" Read more
"...Yet it sure is expensive. When I read the almost identical Hamilton Beach 41020 was the same kettle for just over half the price I was excited...." Read more
"...Overall not a bad product and reasonable price for the features." Read more
"Inexpensive and durable electric kettle with multiple temp settings so you can tailor your brew to the type of leaves you’re using...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the leakage of the electric water boiler. They mention that it started leaking from the bottom, there's water dripping out of the electrical box, and the temp sensor is leaking some kind of grease into the water chamber. They also say that the base would become moist.
"...There's water dripping out of the electrical box & it could have been disastrous. There's no rust on the interior & no visible holes...." Read more
"...About 6 months into using it, I started noticing that the base would become moist...." Read more
"...Unfortunately, my pot started to leak after 18 months. I will try to buy it again and how this one lasts longer." Read more
"...bottom of the kettle looks like it corroded (white stuff) and now leaks outwater...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the automatic shut-off of the water boiler. They mention that it turns off after less than 30 seconds, it doesn't retain any settings, and it's inconsistent and unreliable. Some say that the product stopped working a few months after purchase.
"...My only complaints are 1. The “stay warm” function does not stay on for 30 minutes...." Read more
"...of this heating pot started giving a burnt smell yesterday and today it quit. It was used once a day , I feel the quality is a bit questionable...." Read more
"...However, a few months after purchase it just quit. I reached out to Hamilton Beach support and they sent a replacement...." Read more
"...The auto-shut off was inconsistent and unreliable almost from the start. And the temperature is inaccurate. I scalded many a green tea...." Read more
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FINALLY received an email from someone that sent an example of where to look for the numbers they requested - they are in the plastic and barely visible! (it is not on the silver label, but to the right of that - can you see it?) Apparently they will be sending a replacement kettle. I will see how long it lasts.
Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2024
FINALLY received an email from someone that sent an example of where to look for the numbers they requested - they are in the plastic and barely visible! (it is not on the silver label, but to the right of that - can you see it?) Apparently they will be sending a replacement kettle. I will see how long it lasts.
I read these two kettles even came from the same factory and was confidently prepared to learn all was truly identical in performance, too. Read on to find out, but know there is a spoiler alert just below!
So are they the same? Of course they are, I smugly assumed. In testing . . . THEY ARE NOT!
Cuisinart CPK-17 vs. Hamilton Beach 41020 / Design:
As you can see in the photos, they are almost identical but the HB is slightly taller. Note that the Cuisinart is slightly more streamlined in its design. It weighs just over an ounce more than the HB. The bases are slightly different and these tea kettles do not fit on the other brand's base. The HB has a slightly wider pop up lid. That may make it easier to fill for some but both models have ample filling room.
Cuisinart CPK-17 tea kettle vs. Hamilton Beach 41020 / Workmanship:
I was surprised. While the HB looks fine, it's stainless steel is machined a bit rougher. The workmanship feels cheaper. The Cuisinart is overall more solid. I would consider the HB workmanship perfectly acceptable if not directly comparing to the better built Cuisinart. The lids are actually quite different. The lighter HB lid plinks open and is a bit floppy. The Cuisinart lid has more weight and has a more solid hinge. It opens confidently, not as abrupt. However, the nearly identical fill window of the HB is actually more accurate, and shows cup markings as well as liters.
Cuisinart CPK-17 vs. Hamilton Beach 41020 / Temp choices and features:
Almost the same but there is a distinct difference between the two. Which holds the advantage depends on your drinking and pouring preferences. Both have a great feature that will allow you to hold the brewing temp for another 30 minutes. So, what is different between the two brands? For the Cuisinart, the keep warm feature is on by default, but easily turned off, either before or after brewing. For the HB, the default is off and the keep warm button must be pressed manually. I greatly prefer the default to be on. We love this as I may be awake first, have a cup of green tea brewed at the proper 175 degrees and then wait for my wife to join me. She can pour the next cup held at the same temp. However, it you never would desire a second cup, perhaps you might prefer the HB. Just keep in mind that with capacities of 1.7 liters, these two kettles welcome multiple pourings.
Cuisinart CPK-17 vs. Hamilton Beach 41020 / All important performance tests:
As both are 1500 watts, I expected great speed and both delivered. For a full 1.7 liter pot (57 ounces), the Cuisinart shut off at the 212 degree boiling point in 6:59. The HP took 7:06. In real life, call it even. For 24 ounces, the Cuisinart finished in just 3:31 and for 16 ounces, it was done in only 2:32. The microwave and stovetop will not compare. The HB was again not far behind.
At the green tea setting of 175 degrees, the Cuisinart took just 2:22 for 24 ounces, and a terrific 1:40 for 16 ounces. The HB finished 24 ounces in 2:20, and for 16 ounces, just 1:37.
So, at this point you may be thinking NO BRAINER. Why not just buy the Hamilton Beach? What follows is why the HB is not truly the equal of the Cuisinart in performance:
Cuisinart CPK-17 vs. Hamilton Beach 41020 / Temperature consistency:
When brewing to 212 degrees, both brands hit the boiling point at shut off. Yet, you will likely buy a better quality kettle like this for versatility in brewing at different temps, right? When using the 175 degree setting for green tea, as soon as the brewer stopped, I used a Thermapen instant read thermometer, and found the Cuisinart measured exactly 176 degrees. Terrific performance!
For the same test at the 175 degree setting, the HB was 186 degrees. If I want 186, I'll use the 185 setting! I repeated the test at different temps. The Cuisinart was right on every time. The HB was inaccurate and also its holding temps were also less reliable than the Cuisinart.
For some, this may not matter so the HB might be still be for you. However, if all you realistically need a kettle for is to boil for black tea, ramen, etc., I'd suggest a simple non adjustable kettle. Nice ones can be had in the $20 range.
Cuisinart CPK-17 vs. Hamilton Beach 41020 / Warranty and the long term:
HB may possibly have an advantage here. Even though the Cuisinart has an impressive three year warranty, I have read complaints from frustrated users that their customer service department is, er, "difficult." In fairness, we have had a Cuisinart coffee maker, waffle maker, and ice cream maker, including two refurbished models. We have never had a problem needing warranty service.
In reading other reviews, more complain about the HB breaking down quickly than with the Cuisinart. Several complain that for either brand the number markings can rub off in time, too.
So, my story does indeed have a surprise ending. When I began testing, I did not expect to be typing this:
Oh man. Hamilton Beach, you let me down! Minor workmanship issues aside, a temperature adjustable tea kettle should be accurate. In the end, I'd rather pay more for a kettle I hope to use for years that will faithfully and consistently reproduce the temperature at the setting I choose.
Pay more for the Cuisinart and you are likely to get a better kettle. A more expensive kettle that is more also more consistent potentially represents a better value over the long term.
Hope this has been of help so you can make the best choice of which kettle is best for you.
Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2019
I read these two kettles even came from the same factory and was confidently prepared to learn all was truly identical in performance, too. Read on to find out, but know there is a spoiler alert just below!
So are they the same? Of course they are, I smugly assumed. In testing . . . THEY ARE NOT!
Cuisinart CPK-17 vs. Hamilton Beach 41020 / Design:
As you can see in the photos, they are almost identical but the HB is slightly taller. Note that the Cuisinart is slightly more streamlined in its design. It weighs just over an ounce more than the HB. The bases are slightly different and these tea kettles do not fit on the other brand's base. The HB has a slightly wider pop up lid. That may make it easier to fill for some but both models have ample filling room.
Cuisinart CPK-17 tea kettle vs. Hamilton Beach 41020 / Workmanship:
I was surprised. While the HB looks fine, it's stainless steel is machined a bit rougher. The workmanship feels cheaper. The Cuisinart is overall more solid. I would consider the HB workmanship perfectly acceptable if not directly comparing to the better built Cuisinart. The lids are actually quite different. The lighter HB lid plinks open and is a bit floppy. The Cuisinart lid has more weight and has a more solid hinge. It opens confidently, not as abrupt. However, the nearly identical fill window of the HB is actually more accurate, and shows cup markings as well as liters.
Cuisinart CPK-17 vs. Hamilton Beach 41020 / Temp choices and features:
Almost the same but there is a distinct difference between the two. Which holds the advantage depends on your drinking and pouring preferences. Both have a great feature that will allow you to hold the brewing temp for another 30 minutes. So, what is different between the two brands? For the Cuisinart, the keep warm feature is on by default, but easily turned off, either before or after brewing. For the HB, the default is off and the keep warm button must be pressed manually. I greatly prefer the default to be on. We love this as I may be awake first, have a cup of green tea brewed at the proper 175 degrees and then wait for my wife to join me. She can pour the next cup held at the same temp. However, it you never would desire a second cup, perhaps you might prefer the HB. Just keep in mind that with capacities of 1.7 liters, these two kettles welcome multiple pourings.
Cuisinart CPK-17 vs. Hamilton Beach 41020 / All important performance tests:
As both are 1500 watts, I expected great speed and both delivered. For a full 1.7 liter pot (57 ounces), the Cuisinart shut off at the 212 degree boiling point in 6:59. The HP took 7:06. In real life, call it even. For 24 ounces, the Cuisinart finished in just 3:31 and for 16 ounces, it was done in only 2:32. The microwave and stovetop will not compare. The HB was again not far behind.
At the green tea setting of 175 degrees, the Cuisinart took just 2:22 for 24 ounces, and a terrific 1:40 for 16 ounces. The HB finished 24 ounces in 2:20, and for 16 ounces, just 1:37.
So, at this point you may be thinking NO BRAINER. Why not just buy the Hamilton Beach? What follows is why the HB is not truly the equal of the Cuisinart in performance:
Cuisinart CPK-17 vs. Hamilton Beach 41020 / Temperature consistency:
When brewing to 212 degrees, both brands hit the boiling point at shut off. Yet, you will likely buy a better quality kettle like this for versatility in brewing at different temps, right? When using the 175 degree setting for green tea, as soon as the brewer stopped, I used a Thermapen instant read thermometer, and found the Cuisinart measured exactly 176 degrees. Terrific performance!
For the same test at the 175 degree setting, the HB was 186 degrees. If I want 186, I'll use the 185 setting! I repeated the test at different temps. The Cuisinart was right on every time. The HB was inaccurate and also its holding temps were also less reliable than the Cuisinart.
For some, this may not matter so the HB might be still be for you. However, if all you realistically need a kettle for is to boil for black tea, ramen, etc., I'd suggest a simple non adjustable kettle. Nice ones can be had in the $20 range.
Cuisinart CPK-17 vs. Hamilton Beach 41020 / Warranty and the long term:
HB may possibly have an advantage here. Even though the Cuisinart has an impressive three year warranty, I have read complaints from frustrated users that their customer service department is, er, "difficult." In fairness, we have had a Cuisinart coffee maker, waffle maker, and ice cream maker, including two refurbished models. We have never had a problem needing warranty service.
In reading other reviews, more complain about the HB breaking down quickly than with the Cuisinart. Several complain that for either brand the number markings can rub off in time, too.
So, my story does indeed have a surprise ending. When I began testing, I did not expect to be typing this:
Oh man. Hamilton Beach, you let me down! Minor workmanship issues aside, a temperature adjustable tea kettle should be accurate. In the end, I'd rather pay more for a kettle I hope to use for years that will faithfully and consistently reproduce the temperature at the setting I choose.
Pay more for the Cuisinart and you are likely to get a better kettle. A more expensive kettle that is more also more consistent potentially represents a better value over the long term.
Hope this has been of help so you can make the best choice of which kettle is best for you.