Cosori 1.7L Stainless Steel Electric Kettle, No Plastic Contact

Full review

Why it made the list

This is the stainless steel sibling of Cosori's glass kettle, and it costs $35.99 (price seen on 2026-10-08). It has 4.5 stars from 5,486 ratings on Amazon, and the page shows "3K+ bought in past month." The pitch is simple, with steel everywhere the water goes, instead of glass.

What you get

• A 1.7-liter, 1500W stainless steel kettle
• A 304 food-grade stainless steel interior, with the spout, inner lid and filter also in 304 stainless and plastic-free, according to the maker (a manufacturer claim)
• An internal water-level indicator, so there is no plastic window
• Internal markings for precise filling
• A blue LED that turns off when boiling is complete
• Strix auto shut-off and boil-dry protection
• A maker's comparison that says the stainless build keeps heat better than the Cosori glass kettle

What buyers say

According to Amazon's review summary, customers praise the heating speed (about 393 positive and 27 negative mentions), with some calling it faster than a microwave. They also like the appearance (230 mentions) and the value (220). Buyers say the kettle keeps water at a steady temperature, and the large opening makes it easy to clean. The stainless interior and the lack of plastic contact are valued, with about 90 mentions of plastic-free design.

Durability is the mixed area, with about 113 mentions. The kettle holds up well for some buyers, while others report it broke after 10 months. That is better than the shorter lifespans reported for the glass model, but the review count here is much smaller, so the picture is less certain.

How to use it well

Fill between the min and max markings, put the kettle on its base on a dry surface, and never run it empty. Stainless gets hot on the outside, so lift it by the handle. Empty leftover water after use instead of leaving it sitting, and follow the manual for cleaning mineral buildup. If the shut-off ever fails to trigger, stop using it.

Our score

8.0 out of 10. We start at 8.0. There is no ratings bonus at 4.5 stars, and no deduction since the review summary calls durability mixed rather than clearly negative.

Bottom line

A good option if you want a stainless, no-plastic-path kettle and are willing to pay about $11 more than the glass version. Keep in mind that the longer-term reviews are still limited.