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Hamilton Beach Electric Kettle (40880) vs Dezin Electric Kettle DZ380 Side-by-Side Comparison

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Hamilton Beach Electric Kettle (40880) vs Dezin Electric Kettle DZ380

Overall Verdict

The design of the stainless steel Hamilton Beach Electric Kettle 40880, while not the best, surpasses that of the glass Dezin Electric Kettle DZ380.

In terms of design, the Hamilton Beach has a water-level window with a white LED, while the Aigostar has water-level markings and a blue LED ring. The Hamilton Beach has a smaller lid opening and unnecessary extra bottom stands that make the carafe slightly wobbly when boiling but it’s not a big problem.

Meanwhile, the Dezin lacks a proper limescale filter which means it requires more frequent cleaning and descaling. Additionally, the Hamilton Beach includes cord storage and a lid button, which the Dezin does not.

Thanks to its higher power draw, the Hamilton Beach was significantly faster at boiling water while consuming just a bit more electricity. On the other hand, the Dezin was quieter and had better heat retention despite its glass material.

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Pros & Cons

  • Stainless steel carafe
  • Fast boiling time
  • Low energy consumption
  • Quiet boiling phase
  • Removable mesh filter
  • Low price tag
  • Large capacity
  • Quiet boiling phase
  • Light weight
  • Easy to use
  • Small opening
  • Wobbly kettle-to-base assembly
  • Inconvenient flip-lock lid
  • Slow boiling time
  • No limescale filter
  • No cord storage

Key Specs

Dimensions
L8.27 x W6.34 x H8.78 inches
L8.50 x W5.90 x H9.06 inches
Weight
2.0 lbs (0.9 kg)
2.2 lbs (1.0 kg)
Material
Stainless steel
Glass and 304 stainless steel
Capacity
57.5 fl oz (1.7 L)
60.9 fl oz (1.8 L)
Power
1500 W
1000 W
Cord Placement
Base (cordless carafe)
Base (cordless carafe)

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$38.09
$22.64

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
7.8
7.2

Boiling Time

7.9
6.0
1.5 liter of water boiling inside the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880). The digital timer displays 07 minutes and 04 seconds.
1.5 liters of water boiling inside the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380. The digital timer displays 08 minutes and 56 seconds.
Room Temperature
80°F
80°F (26.7°C)
Water Volume
1.5 liters
50.72 fl. oz. (1.5 liters)
Boiling Time
7m 4s
8m 56s

Energy Consumption

7.6
8.0
The power meter reads the energy consumption of the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880) to be 152 Wh.
The power meter reads the energy consumption of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380 to be 150 Wh.
Voltage
114 V
113 V
Current
11.40 A
8.594 A
Power
1290 W
1010 W
Energy Consumption
152 Wh
150 Wh

Noise Level

8.7
9.3
The Hamilton Beach Electric Kettle (40880) is boiling 1.5 liters of water. The noise meter displays the maximum sound pressure level to be 72.8 dB. The power meter reads 114 V, 11.40 A, 1.29 kW, 71 Wh, 50 Hz, and 1.0 PF.
The Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380 is boiling 1.5 liters of water. The noise meter displays the maximum sound pressure level to be 67.4 dB. The power meter reads 113 V, 8.954 A, 1.01 kW, 150 Wh, 50 Hz, and 1.0 PF.
Noise Level
72.8 dB
67.4 dB

Keep Warm

7.0
7.5
On the right is a Thermo Pro two-probe digital thermometer displaying 202°F for both probes. In the middle is the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880) 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 and 204°F. In the middle is the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380 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
203°F / 94.5°C

Design

Overall Design Scoring
6.9
5.9

In the Box

On the upper right is the Hamilton Beach Electric Kettle (40880). 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 Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380. 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 Hamilton Beach Electric Kettle (40880) is 8.27 inches in length, 6.34 inches in width, and 8.78 inches in height.
The Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380 is 8.50 inches in length, 5.90 inches in width, and 9.06 inches in height.
Length
8.3" (21.0 cm)
8.5" (21.6 cm)
Width
6.3" (16.1 cm)
5.9" (15.0 cm)
Height
8.8" (22.3 cm)
9.1" (23.0 cm)
Weight
2.0 lbs (0.9 kg)
2.2 lbs (1.0 kg)

Carafe

6.0
6.0
The carafe of the Hamilton Beach Electric Kettle (40880) sitting on top of its power base.
The carafe of the Hamilton Beach Electric Kettle (40880) sitting on top of its power base.
The opening diameter of the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880) is 2.95 inches.
The mesh filter attached to the plastic black V-shaped spout of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602)
The heating plate and extended heating element of the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880).
The plastic black bottom of the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880).
The carafe of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380 sitting on top of its power base.
The carafe of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380 sitting on top of its power base.
The heating plate with a LED ring around it of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380.
The heating plate with a LED ring around it glowing blue of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380.
The glass V-shaped spout of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380.
The lid opening diameter of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380 is 4.53 inches.
The plastic black bottom of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380.
Capacity
57.5 fl oz (1.7 L)
60.9 fl oz (1.8 L)
Weight
1.6 oz (47 g)
1.8 lbs (0.8 kg)
Materials
Stainless steel
Borosilicate glass
Spout
V-shaped
V-shaped
Opening Diameter
3.0" (7.5 cm)
3.54 in. (9 cm)
LED Ring
No
Blue
Filter
No
No
Water Level Markings
Yes
Yes
Tea Infuser
No
No

Handle

7.0
7.0
The button for the pop-up lid of the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880).
The button for the pop-up lid of the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880).
Hamilton Beach Electric Kettle (40880) Handle 1
A hand holding the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380 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
6.0
The pop-up lid of the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880).
The pop-up lid of the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880).
The pop-up lid of the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880) opens at an 80° angle.
The stainless steel clip-lock lid of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380.
The stainless steel clip-lock lid of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380.
A finger opening the clip-lock for the stainless steel lid of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380.
The clip-lock lid of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380 opens at an 80° angle.
Materials
BPA-free plastic
340 stainless steel
Type
Hinged
Hinged
Open Mechanism
Push-button pop-up
Clip-lock

Base

9.0
5.0
The top of the power base of the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880).
The top of the power base of the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880).
The bottom of the power base of the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880) has a cord storage and also three small anti-slip rubber pads.
The top of the power base of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380.
The top of the power base of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380.
The flat bottom of the power base of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380.
Materials
BPA-free plastic
BPA-free plastic
Type
Swivel 360°
Swivel 360°
Cord Storage
Yes
Yes

Power Cord

The two-pronged plug of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602).
The two-pronged plug of the Elite Gourmet Electric Glass Kettle (EKT-602).
Hamilton Beach Electric Kettle (40880) Power Cord 1
The three-pronged round power cord of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380 is 21.46 inches long (54.5 cm).
Type
two-pronged plug
three-pronged plug
Power
1500 W
1000 W
Rated Output
120 V ~ 60 Hz
120 V ~ 60 Hz
Cord Placement
Base
Base
Cord Length
26.18 in. (66.5 cm)
21.46 in. (54.5 cm)

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
6.5
6.6

User Control

6.0
7.0
The metal black power switch of the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880).
The handle of the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380 has a 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

7.0
7.0
A person in a grey shirt pouring water from the Hamilton Beach Stainless Steel Electric Kettle (40880) into a glass.
A hand pouring water from the Dezin Electric Glass Kettle DZ380 into a glass of black tea

Cleaning

6.0
5.0
Hamilton Beach Electric Kettle (40880) Cleaning
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.