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Cosori Glass GK172-CO Electric Kettle vs Hamilton Beach Electric Tea Kettle

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Hamilton Beach Electric Tea Kettle comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.5 vs 3.8). Hamilton Beach Electric Tea Kettle is best for: safety-focused buyers wanting basic features. Read the strengths below before deciding.

Ranked #8 in Best Electric Kettles

Cosori Glass GK172-CO Electric Kettle

3.8

3 sources$27.99as of Oct 15

Tom's Guide reviewed the Cosori Glass GK172-CO Electric Kettle and highlighted its fast boiling performance and large 1.7L capacity. The kettle features a borosilicate glass carafe with a 4.3in wide opening, making it easy to fill. YouTube reviewer Alan praised the sleek design, including the blue LED indicator and cool touch handle. However, the lid's plastic rim means only a small portion stays cool during use. This kettle is ideal for those seeking a stylish, functional electric kettle with quick heating capabilities.

Strengths

— Fast boiling time, per Tom's Guide
— Large 1.7 L glass carafe capacity
— Easy filling with 4.3 in wide opening

Watch-outs

— Only small black area of lid stays cool to the touch, per Shouldit's YouTube review
— Lid has plastic rim with stainless steel top and bottom

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Higher ratedRanked #4 in Best Electric Kettles

Hamilton Beach Electric Tea Kettle

4.5

1 sourceall derived$25.99as of Oct 15

The Hamilton Beach Electric Tea Kettle offers fast heating performance. Reviewers praised its automatic shut-off features and 30-minute keep-warm cycle. This product appeals to those seeking a reliable electric kettle with smart safety features.

Strengths

— Includes automatic shut-off functionality and dry-run protection
— Has a 30-minute keep-warm cycle to maintain water temperature

Watch-outs

— Automatic shut-off will not engage if the lid is left open

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How they stack up

Cosori Glass GK172-CO Electric Kettle

The Cosori Glass GK172-CO Electric Kettle and the Oxo Variable Temperature Electric Kettle both use a borosilicate glass body, at 1.7 L and 1.75 L. The Oxo sets temperatures from 170°F to 212°F and holds them for 30 minutes, and the Cosori costs less. Its 1.7 L capacity matches the stainless steel Fellow Clyde Kettle and is nearly double the 900 mL of the Fellow Corvo EKG Electric Kettle.

Hamilton Beach Electric Tea Kettle

The Hamilton Beach Electric Tea Kettle provides a cool-touch exterior and automatic shut-off functionality, features not found in the Fellow Clyde which lacks variable temperature control. However, unlike the Fellow Corvo EKG that offers precise temperature control and a 60-minute temperature hold, the Hamilton Beach kettle lacks temperature control.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Cosori Glass GK172-CO Electric Kettle	Hamilton Beach Electric Tea Kettle
Power	1500 W	1500 W
Capacity	1.7 L	8 cups (64 oz)
Material	Borosilicate glass	Stainless steel
Features	Blue LED light	Automatic shut-off, keep-warm cycle, cool-touch exterior
Weight	2.4 lb	—
Dimensions	10.3 in	9.53 H x 6.34 W x 8.78 D
Safety Features	Worry-free auto shut-off and boil-dry safety feature	Auto shutoff with boil-dry protection
Temperature Control	—	6

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