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Cosori Glass Electric Kettle GK172-CO vs Elite Gourmet Electric Kettle EKT-602 Side-by-Side Comparison

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Cosori Glass Electric Kettle GK172-CO vs Elite Gourmet Electric Kettle EKT-602

Overall Verdict

As our lowest-rated product, the Elite Gourmet Electric Kettle (EKT-602) falls far behind the Cosori Electric Kettle GK172-CO.

Even considering its lower power draw, the Elite Gourmet was still much slower while consuming just as much electricity. On the brightside, it scored better than the already quiet Cosori and had better heat retention.

Both kettles boast high-quality design elements, including water-level markings, a removable mesh filter, and an LED ring on their carafes. However, the Elite Gourmet kettle suffers from awkwardly positioned buttons that are too close to each other. Meanwhile, the Cosori features a rare stainless steel inner lid, eliminating any contact between the water and plastic.

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Pros & Cons

  • Glass spout
  • Stainless steel under lid
  • Large opening
  • Quiet when boiling
  • Easy to use
  • Light weight
  • Inexpensive
  • Easy to use
  • Light weight
  • Large capacity
  • Quiet when boiling
  • High energy consumption
  • Cord doesn’t fit storage
  • Slow boiling time
  • High energy consumption

Key Specs

Dimensions
L9.13 x W6.22 x H10.25
L8.39 x W6.50 x H9.57 inches
Weight
2.4 lbs (1.1 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
1500 W
1100 W
Cord Placement
Base (cordless carafe)
Base (cordless carafe)

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$28.65
$25.43

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
7.3
6.1

Boiling Time

8.0
4.9
1.5 liter of water boiling inside the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO). The digital timer displays 7 minutes and 1 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
80°F
Water Volume
1.5 liters
1.5 liters
Boiling Time
7m 1s
10m 4s

Energy Consumption

5.8
5.8
The power meter reads the energy consumption of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO) to be 161 Wh.
The power meter reads the energy consumption of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602) to be 161 Wh.
Voltage
114 V
114 V
Current
12.12 A
8.438 A
Power
1370 W
960 W
Energy Consumption
161 Wh
161 Wh

Noise Level

9.0
9.2
The Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO) is boiling 1.5 liters of water. The noise meter displays the maximum sound pressure level to be 70.4 dB. The power meter reads 114 V, 12.12 A, 1.37 kW, 0.63 Wh, 50 Hz, and 1.0 PF.
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
70.4 dB
68.3 dB

Keep Warm

6.5
7.5
On the right is a Thermo Pro two-probe digital thermometer displaying 200°F for both probes. In the middle is the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO) Keep Warm 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 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
7.6
7.9

In the Box

On the upper left is the box of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO). In the middle is the carafe. On the right are two documents. Below the carafe 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 Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO) is 9.13 inches in length, 6.22 inches in width, and 10.25 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
9.1" (23.2 cm)
8.4" (21.3 cm)
Width
6.2" (15.8 cm)
6.5" (16.5 cm)
Height
10.3" (26.0 cm)
9.6" (24.3 cm)
Weight
2.4 lbs (1.1 kg)
2.5 lbs (1.1 kg)

Carafe

7.0
8.0
The carafe of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO) sitting on top of its power base.
The carafe of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO) sitting on top of its power base.
The heating plate with a LED ring around it of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO).
The heating plate with a LED ring around it glowing blue of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO).
The glass V-shaped spout of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO).
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
2.1 oz (59 g)
2.1 oz (59 g)
Materials
Borosilicate glass
Borosilicate glass
Spout
V-shaped
V-shaped
Opening Diameter
4.3" (11.0 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 Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO)  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

8.0
7.0
The pop-up lid of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO) opens at an 80° angle and has a mesh filter attached to it.
The pop-up lid of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO) opens at an 80° angle and has a mesh filter attached to it.
The lid’s pop-up button of the Cosori Original Electric Glass Kettle (GK172-CO) is located on its handle.
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
304 stainless steel
BPA-free plastic
Type
Hinged
Hinged
Open Mechanism
Push-button
Push-button pop-up

Base

9.0
9.0
The top of the power base of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO).
The top of the power base of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO).
The bottom of the power base of the Cosori Original Electric Glass Kettle (GK172-CO) has a cord storage and also three small anti-slip silicone 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 two-pronged plug of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO).
The two-pronged plug of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO).
The power cord of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO) is 29.53 inches in length.
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
two-pronged plug
 three-pronged plug
Power
1500 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
7.3
6.7

User Control

7.0
6.0
The clear plastic power switch of the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO).
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
Blue LED
No
Display
No
No
Temperature Control
No
No
Presets
5
No
Keep Warm
30 minutes
No
Automatic Shut-Off
Yes
Yes
Boil-Dry Protection
Yes
Yes

Ease of Use

8.0
7.0
A person in a grey shirt pouring water from the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO) into a glass.
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 black shirt holding the Cosori Glass Electric Kettle (GK172-CO) by its handle on one hand and the other hand wiping the carafe interior with a piece of tissue.
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.