Mecity Barista Edition Gooseneck Kettle 0.8L
- Capacity: 0.8 quarts
- Container Type: Pot
- Wattage: 1200 watts
- Material: Stainless Steel
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Pour-over and tea drinkers get real value from the temperature precision here, provided you accept tapping reheat each time the kettle goes back on its base.
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ASIN: B09TB23QKJCategory: Electric Kettles
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Overview
Water temperature is the whole point of the Mecity HB-3166M gooseneck kettle, which holds 0.8 liters and lets you dial in anywhere from 100 to 212°F in 1-degree steps, tracked on a 2-inch LCD display alongside hold time and heating status.
- 1200-watt element, 0.8-liter capacity
- 100-212°F range in 1°F increments
- 304 stainless steel, BPA-free construction
- Anti-dry and auto shut-off protection
Who it's for
Good for pour-over and tea drinkers who want to dial in a specific temperature rather than guess with a stovetop kettle. Less useful for anyone who wants a kettle that automatically keeps heating after being lifted off its base.
Pros and cons
- Precise 1-degree temperature control for brewing
- Gooseneck spout suited to controlled pour-over pouring
- Remembers last temperature setting when left plugged in
- LCD shows live temperature, hold time, and status
- Does not auto-resume heat after leaving the base
- Beep tones on by default, need manual muting
- Handle attachment point reported failing on one unit
Performance notes
The kettle heats to a set point between 100 and 212°F and displays live and target temperature on its LCD, with a mute option for the prompt tones. One long-term reviewer found it needed the base contacts cleaned with isopropyl alcohol after roughly two years to keep registering reliably. It does not hold temperature automatically once removed and replaced on the base, so the heat button needs a fresh press.
Specifications
| Brand | Mecity |
|---|---|
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 0.8 quartslower than 90% of 88 electric kettles |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1200 wattslower than 63% of 82 electric kettles |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Finish Type | Stainless Steel |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Container Type | Pot |
| Part Number | HB-3166M |
| Item Type Name | Electric Kettle |
| Recommended Uses For Product | heating water for coffee and tea |
Closest rivals on specs
Cuisinart CK-10BK Soho Double Wall Electric Kettle- Capacity 0.8 vs 1.1 quarts (-27%)
Frequently asked questions
Does the Mecity HB-3166M hold its temperature automatically?
Not when removed from the base.
Can you buy a replacement pot for the Mecity kettle separately?
One reviewer whose handle came loose asked about buying a replacement pot; availability of a standalone replacement pot is not confirmed in the supplied data.