I never fully appreciated the electric kettle until I had a baby, (along with a few other things... like sleep.) Between continually needing to boil water to sterilize bottles and toys and going to make a cup of tea, then forgetting about it over and over again in my sleep-deprived state, it helped to preserve my sanity and keep my kitchen from burning down at the same time. Before this, I had always regarded them as that one appliance nearly every traditional bed and breakfast seemed to have, and if there were ever an appliance that felt a bit frumpy, this would be it. Not so with these picks, sleek and stylish or colorful and cute, whatever your aesthetic we have one to fit the bill.

1. Chantal Mia Copper Electric Tea Kettle, Crate and Barrel, $70

The copper trend is still going strong, and the Mia Kettle is a great way to bring a touch of its warmth to your countertops.

2. Stag Electric Pour-Over Kettle, Fellow, $150 

The sleek, modern Stag EKG by Fellow brings the convenience of an electric kettle to pour-over brewing. With features that let you select the exact temperature you want, you can make every cup of coffee (or tea) with that much more precision.

3. Icona Kettle Teapot, Delonghi, $100 (no longer available)

The Icona kettle brings a bit of classic Italian style to the kitchen with its crisp, high gloss finish and curvy shape.

4. Breville Crystal Clear, Amazon, $99.95

With a simple glass and stainless steel construction, this kettle doesn't draw too much attention to itself; instead, it is a simple and refined addition to the countertop; sometimes, blending in is a good thing.

5. Smeg Electric Kettle, Amazon, $160

If your ideal kitchen has a decidedly vintage vibe, you'll love the colorful options from cult-favorite brand Smeg. The mint green is our personal favorite, but there is a range of hues from cherry-red to classic white to choose from.

6. Hario V60 Buono Power Kettle, Crate and Barrel, $85

The classic Japanese Hario pour-over kettle, with its stainless steel construction and elegant spout, goes electric.

7. Krups Cool Touch Kettle, Amazon, $30

With a simple, modern, black exterior that stays cool to the touch (avoiding singed fingers), this is a great option that won't blow your budget. 

8. Dualit Design Series Kettle, Amazon, $126

In a high gloss stainless steel finish with a cylindrical shape, this kettle is a perfect addition to a modern kitchen.

9. KitchenAid Electric Kettle, Amazon, $59

The classic KitchenAid mixer is a staple on registries everywhere, for good reason. Their electric kettle brings that same colorful classic style to your morning coffee (or tea), and you can even coordinate the two. 

10. Bella Ceramic Electric Kettle, Amazon, $40 

With its cheery blue and white ceramic pattern, this kettle looks at home on a kitchen countertop or standing in as decor, making it perfect for creating a mini tea station anywhere in your home.

This post was updated from 2018.

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