Cuisinart PerfecTemp 1.7-Liter Electric Kettle
- Electric Kettle
- 1.8 quarts
- 1500 watts
- Kettle
- More reviewed than 90%
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How it ranks among the 94 electric kettles we track
4.4★ across 21,400 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Modest tracked demand last month.
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Overview
Where a basic kettle only boils, Cuisinart's PerfecTemp CPK-17P1 offers six preset temperatures from 160 to 200 F, aimed at steeping different teas at the temperature each one calls for.
The temperature presets are the reason to pick this over a basic boil-only kettle: green and white tea call for cooler water than black tea or French press coffee, and the one-touch settings save guessing. A memory feature lets you lift the kettle off its base for up to two minutes mid-heat without losing the setting, useful for pouring a partial cup. Longevity reports are notably strong, with multiple owners citing 15 or more years from a previous unit of the same model line.
- 1.7-liter capacity, 1500W
- 160-200 F preset range
- 360-degree cordless swivel base
- Stay-cool nonslip handle
Who it's for
Tea drinkers who actually vary their brewing temperature by tea type, plus anyone wanting a kettle expected to last well over a decade, get the most value here. It's not worth the premium for someone who only boils water for instant coffee or oatmeal, since a basic kettle does that job for less.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Longevity is the standout theme: multiple owners report 15 to 17 years of daily use from a previous Cuisinart kettle of this same model before replacing it, several noting the new unit is quieter but otherwise unchanged. The one significant complaint is warranty service, with one buyer describing a slow, multi-step replacement process after their kettle failed within the 3-year warranty window.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Six preset temperatures for different tea types
- 30-minute keep warm once target reached
- Off-base memory holds setting for up to 2 minutes
- Long track record of multi-year durability
- Costs more than a basic boil-only kettle
- Warranty service reported as slow
- More settings than some users need
Performance notes
Six one-touch presets between 160 F and 200 F let the kettle stop heating at the right point for delicate teas instead of overshooting to a full boil, with a 30-minute keep-warm hold once the target is reached. Boil-dry protection triggers auto shutoff if water runs low, and the two-minute off-base memory means lifting the kettle to pour doesn't reset the cycle.
Specifications
| Brand | Cuisinart |
|---|---|
| Model | CPK-17P1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1 pound |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 8.8 × 6.1 × 9.7 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.8 quarts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1500 watts |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Brushed |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Material Features | brushed finish |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | base, kettle |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 years |
| Other details | |
| Container Type | Kettle |
| Other Special Features of the Product | 360° Swivel Cordless Connector; Stay-cool Nonslip Handle; Auto Shutoff and Boil Dry Protection, 6 Preset Temperatures; One-touch Controls with Blue LED Indicators; 30-Minute Keep Warm Option; Blue Backlit Water Window |
| Product Care Instructions | Wipe clean. |
| Part Number | CPK-17P1 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Heating water for tea (delicate, green, white, oolong), French press coffee, and instant foods |
| Item Type Name | Cordless-Electric-Kettle |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in electric kettles.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cuisinart PerfecTemp 1.7-Liter Electric KettleThis product | 4.4 / 5 | 21,400 | 4.0 / 5 |
| COMFEE' 1.7L Stainless Steel Electric Tea KettleComfee' | 4.5 / 5 | 8,100 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Elite Gourmet EKT1001 Electric 1.0L BPA-Free 1100W Glass Kettle Cordless 360° BaseElite Gourmet | 4.5 / 5 | 17,200 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Proctor Silex Electric Tea KettleProctor Silex | 4.4 / 5 | 10,600 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Mueller Living Electric KettleMueller | 4.5 / 5 | 63,700 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the Cuisinart CPK-17P1
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What temperatures does the Cuisinart CPK-17P1 offer?
Six presets from 160 F to 200 F, covering delicate, green, white and oolong tea plus French press and black or herbal tea.
Does the Cuisinart CPK-17P1 keep water warm after heating?
Yes, it has a 30-minute keep-warm option once the target temperature is reached.
How long does the Cuisinart PerfecTemp kettle typically last?
Owner reports vary, but several describe 15 or more years of daily use from a previous unit in this same model line.