KitchenAid Gourmet Essentials 2-Quart Kettle

The KitchenAid Gourmet Essentials 2-Quart Kettle heats water quickly and, with six color options (plus stainless steel), it can match the décor of most kitchens -- though it should be noted that the ceramic models are not suitable for use on a smoothtop range. Owners say the KitchenAid kettle boils water quickly and seems sturdy. However, it weighs nearly 4 pounds when empty, which is heavy for a kettle. The whistle is loud, which most reviewers like. Several reviewers say the KitchenAid kettle's handle can get warm, but this effect can be minimized by using the kettle on a small burner. This stovetop kettle comes with a limited lifetime warranty, -which for the first year is an extended replacement warranty. A less expensive, well-reviewed stovetop kettle is the Revere Copper Bottom 3 1/2-Quart Tea Kettle (*Est. $30). Owners like its classic design, but we did read some reports about rust and leaks.

The KitchenAid Gourmet Essentials 2-Quart Kettle is not included in comparison testing, but there are hundreds of owner reviews on Amazon.com and Cooking.com.