This kettle beats all others, hands down, for longevity, ease of use, footprint, care & versatility. When I'm in a hurry and need warm or boiling water for a recipe, this is faster & more efficient than using the microwave or stove, or running water from the tap till it warms up. I can boil 2 kettles this faster than boiling it on the stove, and get more, and hotter, water for pour-over, french press for a big (20 oz) mug of instant coffee or tea faster than I can with a drip or Keurig.
I love the ability to set the water temp, and the auto shut-off, as well as the Keep Warm feature, which is great when I'm cooking and need boiling water for recipes at different times, or when my morning & hubby's aren't in synch. He can heat water for his breakfast, and hit "Keep Warm" so it's ready for me when I come down to grab mine.
We previously had hard water, which resulted in scale buildup in the kettle. I found that heating a bit of 2:1 vinegar:water once a week, then rinsing out, solved this easily. Once a week I wipe down the exterior, when cool, with the same wipes I use on my stainless steel appliances, and it looks fantastic. Be warned, it is a kettle, and the exterior will get very hot, and produce steam. So, only touch the handle after heating, keep out of reach of children & pets (includingvwhere they could reach & pullon the cord), and use a few inches from anything at risk of heat or steam damage - plastics, including canisters and press & stick decorative tiles/tile stickers, paper & cardboard packages, and don't set it under your cabinets while heating, as steam can cause damage & adhesive loosening, even on laminated cabinets.
This is my 4th order of this model kettle. The first was killed, after 7 faithful years of use several times daily, by a whole-house power surge that occurred while it was heating, that fried several things in my house. I had the replacement for 5 years, using it 4-6x daily, replacing it with #3 after it mysteriously grew legs and found it's way to my daughter's college dorm, supporting the college caffeine + ramen needs for her and a dozen of her friends. 10 years later, they're both still getting daily use, in her home & mine, and look & function like new. I ordered this one because I thought mine had finally worn out, as I couldn't get it to turn on from any of my kitchen outlets, but it turned out to be a bad circuit breaker, nit the kettle. I decided to to return it, because when you find something this great & reliable, it's worth having a spare, just in case it's ever changed or discontinued.
Cuisinart 1.7-Liter Stainless Steel Cordless Electric Kettle with 6 Preset Temperatures
4.5
| 18,010 ratingsPrice: 79.95
Last update: 01-10-2025
About this item
1500 watts for fast heat-up and 1.7-liter capacity
6 preset heat settings (160°F for delicate teas, 175°F for green tea, 185°F for white tea, 190°F for oolong tea, 200°F for French press coffee, and Boil for black tea or instant foods)
One-touch controls with blue LED indicators, 30-minute Keep Warm option, and 2-minute memory feature
360° swivel power base for cordless convenience, concealed heating element, and boil-dry protection with auto shutoff
6 preset heat settings (160°F for delicate teas, 175°F for green tea, 185°F for white tea, 190°F for oolong tea, 200°F for French press coffee, and Boil for black tea or instant foods)
One-touch controls with blue LED indicators, 30-minute Keep Warm option, and 2-minute memory feature
360° swivel power base for cordless convenience, concealed heating element, and boil-dry protection with auto shutoff
Product information
Brand | Cuisinart |
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Color | Stainless Steel |
Special Feature | 6 Preset Temperatures; One-touch Controls with Blue LED Indicators; 30-Minute Keep Warm Option; Blue Backlit Water Window, 360° Swivel Cordless Connector; Stay-cool Nonslip Handle; Auto Shutoff and Boil Dry Protection |
Package Information | Kettle |
Finish Type | Brushed |
Product Dimensions | 8.8"L x 6.1"W x 9.7"H |
Included Components | kettle, base |
Product Care Instructions | Wipe clean. |
Country/Region Of Origin | China |
Country/Region of Origin | China |
Model Name | CPK-17P1 PerfecTemp |
Item Weight | 0.91 Kilograms |
Item Weight | 2 pounds |
Manufacturer | Cuisinart |
ASIN | B003KYSLNQ |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | CPK-17P1 |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars
17,187 ratings
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #5,319 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen) #13 in Electric Kettles |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | February 2, 2010 |