Hamilton Beach Commercial HKE050 Hospitality Kettle 0.5L
- Capacity: 0.5 quarts
- Container Type: Kettle
- Wattage: 1000 watts
- Material: Stainless Steel
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Reliable and fast for its size, though it lacks an audible boil alert and one buyer found manufacturing debris inside a new unit.
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ASIN: B077Y57FDLModel: HKE050Category: Electric Kettles
Overview
Sized for a hotel room or small office, the Hamilton Beach Commercial HKE050 holds just 0.5 liters, enough for two 8 oz mugs, and is rated for 10 years or 10,000 boiling cycles.
This is a compact, hospitality-grade kettle rather than a full household one, built to detach cord-free from its base for pouring. Hamilton Beach conceals the heating element for a cleaner look and easier cleaning between uses.
- 0.5 liter capacity, fills two 8 oz mugs
- 1000 watt heating element
- 3 foot cord on the base
- Rated for 10 years or 10,000 boiling cycles
Who it's for
Travelers, small offices, or anyone wanting a kettle sized for one or two mugs rather than a full pot. Not the choice for larger households needing to boil water for several people at once.
Pros and cons
- Boils half a liter in a few minutes
- Detaches cord-free from its base
- Auto shutoff plus boil-dry protection
- Compact footprint for small counters
- Small 0.5 liter capacity limits it to one or two mugs
- No audible alert when water finishes boiling
- One reviewer found loose particles inside a new unit
- Handle finishing was rough on at least one unit
Performance notes
The metal body gets hot to the touch during use, while the handle and lid stay cool.
Specifications
| Brand | Hamilton Beach Commercial |
|---|---|
| Model | HKE050 |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 0.5 quartslower than 98% of 88 electric kettles |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1000 wattslower than 83% of 82 electric kettles |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Finish Type | Stainless Steel |
| Material Features | stainless steel |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Container Type | Kettle |
| Part Number | HKE050 |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash, Wipe Clean |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Automatic Shut-Off |
| Item Type Name | Kettle |
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Frequently asked questions
How much water does the Hamilton Beach HKE050 hold?
It holds about 0.5 liters, enough to fill two 8 oz mugs at once.
Can the HKE050 kettle be poured without the cord attached?
Yes, it lifts off its corded base so you can pour cord-free, then set it back on the base to reheat or store.