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Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB vs Elite Gourmet Electric Kettle EKT-602 Side-by-Side Comparison

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Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB vs Elite Gourmet Electric Kettle EKT-602

Overall Verdict

The Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB didn’t score much higher than our lowest-rated product—the Elite Gourmet Electric Kettle EKT-602— for a couple of reasons.

Both kettles feature high-quality design elements such as water-level markings, a removable mesh filter, and an LED ring on their carafes. However, they also share an awkward placement of the lid and power buttons being close to one another. The Elite Gourmet’s design is actually a bit better with its removable limescale mesh filter as opposed to the Aigostar’s fixed one.

An average performance was what saved the Aigostar from being placed last. Although both kettles shared the same power draw, the Aigostar boiled water faster while consuming less energy. With the same glass material, it was quieter while boiling but had worse heat retention.

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Pros & Cons

  • Low price tag
  • Low energy consumption
  • Quiet boiling phase
  • Light weight
  • Easy to use
  • Inexpensive
  • Easy to use
  • Light weight
  • Large capacity
  • Quiet when boiling
  • Slow boiling time
  • Inconvenient button placement
  • Slow boiling time
  • High energy consumption

Key Specs

Dimensions
L7.76 x W5.79 x H9.25 inches
L8.39 x W6.50 x H9.57 inches
Weight
2.2 lbs (1.0 kg)
2.5 lbs (1.1 kg)
Material
Glass and BPA-free plastic
Glass and BPA-free plastic
Capacity
57.5 fl oz (1.7 L)
57.5 fl oz (1.7 L)
Power
1100 W
1100 W
Cord Placement
Base (cordless carafe)
Base (cordless carafe)

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$21.95
$25.43

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
6.9
6.1

Boiling Time

5.3
4.9
1.5 liters of water boiling inside the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB. The digital timer displays 09 minutes and 43 seconds.
1.5 liter of water boiling inside the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602). The digital timer displays 10 minutes and 04 seconds.
Room Temperature
80°F (26.7°C)
80°F
Water Volume
50.72 fl. oz. (1.5 liters)
1.5 liters
Boiling Time
9m 43s
10m 4s

Energy Consumption

8.2
5.8
The power meter reads the energy consumption of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB to be 149 Wh.
The power meter reads the energy consumption of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) to be 161 Wh.
Voltage
113 V
114 V
Current
8.092 A
8.438 A
Power
916 W
960 W
Energy Consumption
149 Wh
161 Wh

Noise Level

9.4
9.2
The Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB is boiling 1.5 liters of water. The noise meter displays the maximum sound pressure level to be 65.1 dB.
The Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) is boiling 1.5 liters of water. The noise meter displays the maximum sound pressure level to be 68.3 dB. The power meter reads 114 V, 8.438 A, 960 W, 101 Wh, 50 Hz, and 1.0 PF.
Noise Level
65.1 dB
68.3 dB

Keep Warm

6.5
7.5
On the right is a Thermo Pro two-probe digital thermometer displaying 201°F and 202°F. In the middle is the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB with 1.5 liters of water and two probes inside. On the right is a digital timer on a 5 minute countdown.
On the right is a Thermo Pro two-probe digital thermometer displaying 203°F for both probes. In the middle is the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) with 1.5 liters of water and two probes inside. On the right is a digital timer displaying 5 minutes on the countdown
After 5 Minutes
201°F / 94.5°C
203°F / 95.5°C

Design

Overall Design Scoring
7.4
7.9

In the Box

On the upper right is the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB. On the left is a cardboard box. Below the kettle, on the right is an instruction manual and on the left is the power base.
On the upper right is the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602). On the left is a cardboard box. Below the kettle, on the right is an instruction manual and on the left is the power base.

Dimensions

The Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB is 7.76 inches in length, 5.79 inches in width, and 9.25 inches in height.
The Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) is 8.39 inches in length, 6.50 inches in width, and 9.57 inches in height.
Length
7.8" (19.7 cm)
8.4" (21.3 cm)
Width
5.8" (14.7 cm)
6.5" (16.5 cm)
Height
9.3" (23.5 cm)
9.6" (24.3 cm)
Weight
2.2 lbs (1.0 kg)
2.5 lbs (1.1 kg)

Carafe

7.0
8.0
The carafe of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB sitting on top of its power base.
The carafe of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB sitting on top of its power base.
The heating plate with a LED ring around it of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB.
The heating plate with a LED ring around it glowing blue of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB.
The glass V-shaped spout of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB.
The lid opening diameter of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB is 4.06 inches.
The plastic black bottom of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB.
The carafe of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) sitting on top of its power base.
The carafe of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) sitting on top of its power base.
The opening diameter of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) is 3.54 inches.
The mesh filter attached to the plastic black V-shaped spout of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602).
The heating plate with a LED ring around it of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602).
The heating plate with a LED ring around it glowing blue of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602).
The plastic black bottom of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602).
Capacity
57.5 fl oz (1.7 L)
57.5 fl oz (1.7 L)
Weight
1.7 oz (49 g)
2.1 oz (59 g)
Materials
Borosilicate glass
Borosilicate glass
Spout
V-shaped
V-shaped
Opening Diameter
4.1" (10.3 cm)
3.5" (9.0 cm)
LED Ring
Blue
Blue
Filter
Removable mesh
Fixed mesh
Water Level Markings
Yes
Yes
Tea Infuser
No
No

Handle

7.0
7.0
A hand holding the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB by its handle.
A hand holding the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) by its handle.
Materials
Cool-touch BPA-free plastic
Cool-touch BPA-free plastic
Type
Cool-touch, anti-slip
Cool-touch, anti-slip

Lid

7.0
7.0
The black pop-up lid of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB.
The black pop-up lid of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB.
The pop-up lid of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB opens at an 80° angle.
The mesh filter attached to the pop-up lid of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB.
The pop-up lid of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602).
The pop-up lid of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602).
The pop-up lid of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) opens at an 80° angle.
The hinge of the pop-up lid of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602).
Materials
BPA-free plastic
BPA-free plastic
Type
Hinged
Hinged
Open Mechanism
Push-button pop-up
Push-button pop-up

Base

9.0
9.0
The top of the power base of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB.
The top of the power base of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB.
The bottom of the power base of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB has a cord storage and also three small anti-slip rubber pads.
The top of the power base of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602).
The top of the power base of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602).
The bottom of the power base of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) has a cord storage and also three small anti-slip rubber pads.
Materials
BPA-free plastic
304 stainless steel
Type
Swivel 360°
Swivel 360°
Cord Storage
Yes
Yes

Power Cord

The three-pronged round power cord of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB is 29.53 inches long (75 cm).
The three-pronged plug of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602).
The three-pronged plug of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602).
The power cord of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) is 28.74 inches long.
Type
three-pronged plug
 three-pronged plug
Power
1100 W
1100 W
Rated Output
120 V ~ 60 Hz
120 V ~ 60 Hz
Cord Placement
Base
Base
Cord Length
29.5" (75.0 cm)
28.7" (73.0 cm)

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
6.5
6.7

User Control

6.0
6.0
The handle of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB has two buttons, the one above is the lid button and below is the power switch.
The handle of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) has two buttons, the one above is the lid button and below is the power switch.
Control
One touch
One touch
Indicator Light
No
No
Display
No
No
Temperature Control
No
No
Presets
No
No
Keep Warm
No
No
Automatic Shut-Off
Yes
Yes
Boil-Dry Protection
Yes
Yes

Ease of Use

7.0
7.0
A hand pouring water from the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB into a glass of black tea.
A person in a grey shirt pouring water from the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) into a glass.

Cleaning

6.0
7.0
A person in a white shirt holding the Zeppoli Electric Kettle ZPL-KETTLE by its handle on one hand and the other hand wiping the carafe interior with a piece of tissue. On the right is a bottle of white vinegar.
A person in a blue shirt holding the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) by its handle on one hand and the other hand wiping the carafe interior with a piece of tissue.