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Chefman Electric Kettle 5 Presets vs Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB Side-by-Side Comparison

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Chefman Electric Kettle 5 Presets vs Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB

Overall Verdict

Although the Chefman Electric Kettle 5 Presets RJ11-17-CTI-RL scored just one decimal point higher than the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB overall, it offers some unique valuable features.

The Chefman includes 5 temperature settings, accessible via a one-touch control interface, as easy to use as the Aigostar’s single-setting. Both kettles have a limescale mesh filter and an LED ring, but the Chefman’s LED ring changes color based on the selected preset, adding both a fun and practical element to its design.

Though priced higher, the Chefman additionally features a detachable tea infuser, enhancing its versatility. On the other hand, the Aigostar has an issue with awkward button placement.

With the same power draw, the Chefman boils water faster while consuming more energy than the Aigostar. Despite both being glass, the Chefman had better heat retention while not being as quiet as the Aigostar while boiling.

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Pros & Cons

  • 5 different presets
  • Removable tea infuser
  • Low price
  • Quiet when boiling
  • Removable mesh filter
  • Low price tag
  • Low energy consumption
  • Quiet boiling phase
  • Light weight
  • Easy to use
  • Slow boiling time
  • Small opening
  • Awkward handle
  • Slow boiling time
  • Inconvenient button placement

Key Specs

Dimensions
L8.66 x W6.50 x H8.98 inches
L7.76 x W5.79 x H9.25 inches
Weight
2.4 lbs (1.1 kg)
2.2 lbs (1.0 kg)
Material
Glass and BPA-free plastic
Glass and BPA-free plastic
Capacity
60.9 fl oz (1.8 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
$34.34
$21.95

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
6.7
6.9

Boiling Time

5.6
5.3
1.5 liter of water boiling inside the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL). The digital timer displays 9 minutes and 23 seconds.
1.5 liters of water boiling inside the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB. The digital timer displays 09 minutes and 43 seconds.
Room Temperature
80°F
80°F (26.7°C)
Water Volume
50.72 fl. oz. (1.5 liters)
50.72 fl. oz. (1.5 liters)
Boiling Time
9m 23s
9m 43s

Energy Consumption

7.0
8.2
The power meter reads the energy consumption of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) (14745) to be 155 Wh.
The power meter reads the energy consumption of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB to be 149 Wh.
Voltage
115 V
113 V
Current
8.625 A
8.092 A
Power
993 W
916 W
Energy Consumption
155 Wh
149 Wh

Noise Level

9.1
9.4
The Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) is boiling 1.5 liters of water. The noise meter displays the maximum sound pressure level to be 69 dB. The power meter reads 115  V, 8.625 A, 993 W, 0.82 Wh, 50 Hz, and 1.0 PF.
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.
Noise Level
69 dB
65.1 dB

Keep Warm

7.0
6.5
On the right is a Thermo Pro two-probe digital thermometer displaying 202°F for both probes. In the middle is the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) with 1.5 liters of water and two probes inside. On the right is a digital timer displaying 5 minutes on the countdown.
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.
After 5 Minutes
202°F / 95°C
201°F / 94.5°C

Design

Overall Design Scoring
7.7
7.4

In the Box

On the upper right is the Chefman Electric Kettle with Temperature Control (RJ11-17-CTI-RL). 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 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.

Dimensions

The Chefman Electric Kettle with Temperature Control (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) is 8.66 inches in length, 6.50 inches in width, and 8.98 inches in height.
The Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB is 7.76 inches in length, 5.79 inches in width, and 9.25 inches in height.
Length
8.7" (22.0 cm)
7.8" (19.7 cm)
Width
6.5" (16.5 cm)
5.8" (14.7 cm)
Height
9.0" (22.8 cm)
9.3" (23.5 cm)
Weight
2.4 lbs (1.1 kg)
2.2 lbs (1.0 kg)

Carafe

8.0
7.0
The carafe of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL).
The carafe of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL).
The heating plate with a LED ring around it of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL).
The opening diameter of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) is 3.23 inches.
The plastic black V-shaped spout of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL).
The mesh filter attached to the plastic black V-shaped spout of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL).
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.
Capacity
60.9 fl oz (1.8 L)
57.5 fl oz (1.7 L)
Weight
2.1 oz (59 g)
1.7 oz (49 g)
Materials
Glass
Borosilicate glass
Spout
V-shaped
V-shaped
Opening Diameter
3.2" (8.2 cm)
4.1" (10.3 cm)
LED Ring
Multi-colored
Blue
Filter
Removable mesh filter
Removable mesh
Water Level Markings
Yes
Yes
Tea Infuser
Detachable
No

Handle

5.0
7.0
A hand holding the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) by its handle.
A hand holding the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB by its handle.
Materials
BPA-free plastic
Cool-touch BPA-free plastic
Type
Cool-touch
Cool-touch, anti-slip

Lid

7.0
7.0
The open button for the pop-up lid of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL).
The open button for the pop-up lid of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL).
The pop-up lid of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) opens at an 80° angle.
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.
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 Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL).
The top of the power base of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL).
The bottom of the power base of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) has a cord storage and also three small anti-slip rubber pads.
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.
Materials
BPA-free plastic
BPA-free plastic
Type
Swivel 360°
Swivel 360°
Cord Storage
Yes
Yes

Power Cord

The two-pronged flat power cord of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) is 29.72 inches long (75.5 cm).
The three-pronged round power cord of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB is 29.53 inches long (75 cm).
Type
two-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
2.5 ft (0.8 m)
29.5" (75.0 cm)

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
6.8
6.5

User Control

7.0
6.0
The control panel on the handle of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) has two buttons. On the left is the on/off switch and on the right is the button to toggle between 5 preset temperatures: 175°F,185°F,195°F,200°F, and 212°F.
The handle of the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB has two buttons, the one above is the lid button and below is the power switch.
Control
One touch
One touch
Indicator Light
Red LED
No
Display
No
No
Temperature Control
No
No
Presets
5
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 tea from the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) into a glass.
A hand pouring water from the Aigostar Electric Kettle 300104LCB into a glass of black tea.

Cleaning

6.0
6.0
The opened Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) with its removable mesh filter and tea infuser.
The Chefman RJ11-17-CTI-RL has a removable mesh filter and tea infuser.
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.