Best Glass Kettles

Buyers rave about the look of this versatile and complete glass tea set.

Complete set includes glass pot, infuser, and four double-wall cups. Attractive look. Microwave and stovetop safe. Pours well. Cups remain cool to the touch, even when full. Pot holds 4 to 6 cups. Can be used with or without the infuser.

Glass Stovetop Whistling Kettle

Some buyers say this option is too fragile and breaks or cracks easily. Some of these arrive missing parts.

Best Bang for the Buck

Medelco

Despite a couple of design concerns with the cover, this inexpensive kettle does one job and does it well.

Made in Germany from high-quality glass. Holds 12 cups. Simple, effective design. Good size and lightweight. Handle doesn't get too hot. Whistle has a nice sound; not piercing and shrill. Affordable.

Electric Cordless Glass Tea Kettle

You have to remove the top to pour water, which can pose a burning hazard. Some buyers say this kettle breaks fairly quickly or that the cover melts too easily.

Chefman

This kettle is quick to heat and packed with features, although some find it not as durable as other models.

1,000 watts of power, and can hold up to 1.8 liters. BPA-free. Light comes on when the water reaches boiling. Auto-shutoff, as well as a no-water shutoff. Stainless steel heating element. Comes with a tea infuser. Heats water quickly. Nonslip base.

Electric Glass Tea Kettle

Some reports of rusting, leaks, or product failure after a few months. Some say the water develops a plastic-like taste over time.

Aicok

This kettle looks great and is both cheaper and more powerful than similar models, but keep an eye on it, as its auto-shutoff feature is the weak point.

1,500 watts of power. Crafted from borosilicate glass. FDA-certified and BPA-free. Simple to use. Has a nice look and a solid build. Blue LED lights up when the water starts to boil. Stainless steel base. Holds 1.7 liters. Auto-shutoff when boil is reached or when water level gets too low.

Some buyers report problems after a couple of months with rusting, broken LED lights, and especially the auto-shutoff feature.

This kettle gets high praise for its looks, but some buyers have warned about its fragility and tendency to splatter when it reaches a boil.

Made from hand-blown glass that is heat-resistant up to 150°C. Comes with a wire for use with electric stoves. Construction includes no plastic. Buyers love the look/design. Holds 40 ounces. Bamboo handle swivels.