12 Best Tea Kettles of 2023 [Tested and Reviewed]

The OXO Brew Classic tea kettle is a kitchenware item designed with a focus on universal functionality. The body is crafted from stainless steel and features a matte finish. With an average boiling speed of three minutes and six seconds, this kettle rapidly heats water, and the whistle alerts you when the water has boiled.

The flip-down handle simplifies filling, while the wide four-inch diameter opening ensures easy interior cleaning for all hand sizes. The spout tapers and features a diagonal cut, facilitating controlled pouring and water flow. The handle's thickness offers a comfortable grip, while its distance from the body allows for easy use. This thoughtfully designed kettle provides a stress-free experience, making it a top choice for everyday use.

From the long-established kitchenware maker KitchenAid, this kettle has a painted stainless steel body and features a button on the handle that opens the spout. With a fast average boiling time of three minutes and six seconds, the whistle ensures you know when the water boils. The four-inch wide opening makes cleaning easy, and the distance between the handle and body is comfortable.

However, the handle doesn't fold down, which can be an inconvenience when filling the kettle. The circular, non-tapered spout makes precision for something like pour-over coffee difficult. Despite these drawbacks, the kettle's unique color options and one-handed pouring feature are attractive. It's a great option for those seeking a smooth user experience.

The Flintshire Stainless Steel Whistling Tea Kettle from American coffeemaker brand Mr. Coffee features a lever under the handle to open the spout for pouring. The four-inch wide opening makes for effortless cleaning, regardless of hand size. The kettle's whistle conveniently notifies you when the water is boiling, and the handle's ideal distance from the body makes for easy pouring.

Weighing only one pound four ounces when empty, this lightweight kettle is easy to manage. It has a decent average boiling speed at three minutes and 30 seconds. However, the non-folding handle makes filling slightly inconvenient. The circular spout can also make it challenging to control the pour for smaller amounts. Despite these minor drawbacks, its lightweight design and one-handed pouring make it suitable for those who struggle with heavier items.

The Whistling Tea Kettle from French Kitchenware Brand Le Creuset features eye-catching glossy and vibrant colors. In our review, this kettle received high ratings for ease of maintenance. With a roomy four-and-1/8-inch opening, cleaning the inside is a breeze, and the handle folds away, allowing for thorough cleaning.

In terms of usability and boiling speed, this kettle was middle of the road. The tapered spout helps reduce drips, but the round spout opening can make it challenging to control the pour. With the handle positioned four and a quarter inches from the body, achieving a balanced pour might require some effort. On average, boiling water took four minutes, which feels a bit long.

The All-Clad Tea Kettle is made of glossy stainless steel and is dishwasher-safe. With a four-and-a-half-inch wide opening, it's easy to clean the inside, regardless of hand size. The whistle alerts you when the water boils, and there is a comfortable amount of space between the handle and body. It also has a reasonably fast boiling speed of three minutes and 46 seconds.

The spout is tapered, but the opening is large and circular, making it hard to control the pour. Additionally, the all-stainless steel construction results in a hefty weight of three pounds. This kettle might not be suitable for those with less arm strength or if you only need to boil small amounts of water.

The Carterton from popular U.S. brand Mr. Coffee boasts a design that blends well with any kitchen decor. It boils water fairly quickly, at an average time of three minutes and 38 seconds. The handle folds down conveniently for filling or cleaning the inside. Its three-and-a-quarter-inch opening should pose no problem for cleaning, unless you have large hands.

The handle and the body are spaced three and a half inches apart, ensuring easy handling and pouring. However, its non-tapered spout design make it challenging for precise pouring or dispensing small amounts.

The Mackenzie-Childs Enamel Tea Kettle features a distinctive and eye-catching enameled exterior with a wooden handle. The fold-down handle enables easy water filling, and the four-and-a-quarter-inch wide opening makes it easy to clean the inside. The narrow spout allows for precise, drip-free pouring. With an average boiling speed of three minutes and 32 seconds, it is relatively fast for an enameled kettle.

However, the handle is four inches from the body, meaning you'll need a firm grip when pouring. It lacks a whistling sound to let you know when the water is boiling, so you will have to check for yourself whether the water is boiling or not. You can watch for steam emitting from the spout as a visual indicator of when the water has boiled, 

The Tea Kettle from Poliviar features a wood grain handle, stone patterned body, and a spout that opens by pressing a trigger on the handle. With an average boiling time of three minutes and 37 seconds, the boiling speed is not bad. 

In terms of usability, the simple touch button to open and close the spout and one-hand pouring are a plus. The handle is a comfortable distance from the body to allow for easy pouring. However, the non-tapered spout isn’t ideal for fine control when pouring. In addition, while the lid opening is a generous three and three quarter inches, the handle doesn’t fold down, which makes cleaning somewhat difficult.

The Aura from Cuisinart, an American brand of kitchen appliances and cookware, is a kettle with a straightforward design. It took three minutes and 23 seconds to boil water, which is quite speedy. The distance between the handle and the body is just right, making it easy to pour.

However, the spout does not taper, so it’s difficult to control the pour, especially when you want to pour a small amount. And, with a lid opening of three and 5/16 inches and a handle that doesn’t fold down, it might be difficult to clean on the inside if your hands are large.

The Hiware Glass Teapot, crafted from heat-resistant glass, includes a removable tea strainer for loose-leaf tea. Featuring a traditional teapot shape with a side handle, the narrow spout allows controlled pouring. The transparent body makes it easy to see when the water reaches boiling, despite the lack of a whistle.

On the downside, the boiling speed is somewhat slow at four minutes and nine seconds, and the three-inch opening might make cleaning difficult for those with larger hands. However, its elegant appearance is a beautiful addition to any dining table, making it an excellent choice for tea time.

The Supreme Housewares tea kettle features a unique design with an enameled body and resin handle. The fold-down handle and wide four-and-a-quarter-inch opening make filling and cleaning the interior a breeze. The kettle comes with a whistle, so you'll know when the water comes to a boil, and the distance between the body and the spout is just right.

However, the boiling speed is a tad slow at four minutes and 12 seconds. The short spout has poor water flow, causing the water to pour out unevenly and somewhat abruptly. While the appearance and ease of cleaning make it attractive, the kettle falls short in terms of the pouring experience.

The Lenox Butterfly Meadow Tea Kettle features large eye-catching flowers and butterfly designs with an enamelware body that is dishwasher-safe. Despite its enamel construction, the kettle boasts a speedy average boiling time of three minutes and 32 seconds. The whistle lets you easily know when the water boils, and it offers good spacing between the handle and body.

However, the slightly narrow three-and-a-half-inch opening and non-folding handle make filling and cleaning the kettle difficult, and the wide spout presents challenges when trying to pour precise amounts.