Hamilton Beach 1.7L Electric Tea Kettle
- Electric Kettle
- 1.8 quarts
- 1500 watts
- Kettle
A dependable variable-temperature kettle for the price, with a glass body that some owners have kept running for close to a decade.
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How it ranks among the 94 electric kettles we track
4.0★ across 307 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
307 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
Six temperature presets separate this Hamilton Beach kettle from a basic boil-only model, useful for households that split time between delicate teas and French press coffee. At 1.7 liters and 1500 watts, it suits anyone who wants water heated to a specific point rather than always full boil.
The temperature presets are the reason to pick this over a basic kettle, since delicate teas and pour-over coffee both benefit from water short of a full boil. Owners who have run one for years report it keeps heating fine, though the plastic lid latch is the part most likely to wear out over time.
- 1500 watt element for fast heating
- 6 temperature presets from delicate to boiling
- 30-minute keep-warm setting
- Auto shutoff with boil-dry protection
Who it's for
Tea drinkers who want more than one water temperature will get the most from this kettle, and it works equally well for households mixing tea and coffee habits. It's a weaker fit for anyone pouring straight from a full fridge pitcher, since the narrow opening makes that awkward.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Long-term owners describe the kettle heating reliably for years, with the flip-lid latch the part most likely to wear out first. Reviewers also like the six temperature options for tea versus coffee, while a few mention it is hard to pour water in from a full pitcher and that customer support runs slowly over email.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Narrow opening makes pouring from a fridge pitcher awkward
- Lid latch mechanism can wear out before the heating element does
- Manufacturer support runs through email only, which some found slow
Specifications
| Brand | Hamilton Beach |
|---|---|
| Model | 40941R |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3.17 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 10 × 10.9 × 7.3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.8 quarts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1500 watts |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Glass |
| Material | Glass |
| Material Features | durability |
| Color | Variable Temp, Clear Glass |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Variable Temperature Glass Kettle |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Container Type | Kettle |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Programmable |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand wash, Wipe clean |
| Part Number | 40941R |
| Recommended Uses For Product | heating water for tea, coffee, and hot beverages |
| Item Type Name | Boiler & Heater, LED Indicator, Built-In Mesh Filter, Auto-Shutoff & Boil-Dry Protection, Cordless Serving |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in electric kettles.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Beach 1.7L Electric Tea KettleThis product | 4.0 / 5 | 307 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Chefman 1L Electric Tea Kettle with LED LightsChefman | 4.6 / 5 | 7,400 | 4.6 / 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 |
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Questions about the Hamilton Beach 40941R
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How many temperature settings does the Hamilton Beach 40941R have?
Six presets, covering delicate, green, white, oolong and black tea plus French press coffee and hot cocoa.
Does the Hamilton Beach kettle keep water warm after boiling?
Yes, a keep-warm setting holds the selected temperature for 30 minutes before it shuts off.
Is the Hamilton Beach 40941R kettle cordless?
Yes, it lifts off a power base so it can be carried and poured cordlessly.