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Mueller Ultra Kettle M99S vs Chefman Electric Kettle 5 Presets Side-by-Side Comparison

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Mueller Ultra Kettle M99S

$34.99 from Amazon

Chefman Electric Kettle 5 Presets

$34.99 from Amazon
Mueller Ultra Kettle M99S vs Chefman Electric Kettle 5 Presets

Overall Verdict

The Chefman Electric Kettle 5 Presets offers several unique and valuable features that the Mueller Ultra Kettle M99S lacks. However, its overall performance score lowers its comparison to the Mueller.

The Chefman includes 5 temperature settings, accessible via a one-touch control interface, while the Mueller is single-setting. Both kettles have a removable limescale 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. Additionally, the Chefman features a detachable tea infuser, enhancing its versatility, while being priced the same as the Mueller.

Despite these features, the Chefman underperforms in boiling speed, energy consumption, and heat retention, though it matches the Mueller in noise level.

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Pros & Cons

  • Fast boiling time
  • Low energy consumption
  • Quite when boiling
  • Good heat retention
  • Inexpensive
  • Easy to use
  • 5 different presets
  • Removable tea infuser
  • Low price
  • Quiet when boiling
  • Removable mesh filter
  • Handle not ideally shaped
  • Cord wrap loosely
  • Slow boiling time
  • Small opening
  • Awkward handle

Key Specs

Dimensions
L8.27 x W6.34 x H8.78 inches
L8.66 x W6.50 x H8.98 inches
Weight
2.4 lbs (1.1 kg)
2.4 lbs (1.1 kg)
Material
Glass and BPA-free plastic
Glass and BPA-free plastic
Capacity
57.5 fl oz (1.7 L)
60.9 fl oz (1.8 L)
Power
1500 W
1100 W
Cord Placement
Base (cordless carafe)
Base (cordless carafe)

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$27.44
$34.34
$34.99 at Amazon
$34.99 at Amazon

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
8.1
6.7

Boiling Time

7.8
5.6
1.5 liter of water boiling inside the Mueller Ultra Kettle (M99S). The digital timer displays 07 minutes and 14 seconds.
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.
Room Temperature
80°F
80°F
Water Volume
1.5 liters
50.72 fl. oz. (1.5 liters)
Boiling Time
7m 14s
9m 23s

Energy Consumption

8.4
7.0
The power meter reads the energy consumption of the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S) to be 148 Wh.
The Mueller M99S uses 148 Wh to bring 1.5 liters of water to a boil.
The power meter reads the energy consumption of the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) (14745) to be 155 Wh.
Voltage
113 V
115 V
Current
10.97 A
8.625 A
Power
1230 W
993 W
Energy Consumption
148 Wh
155 Wh

Noise Level

9.0
9.1
The Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S) is boiling 1.5 liters of water. The noise meter displays the maximum sound pressure level to be 70.3 dB. The power meter reads 113 V, 10.97 A, 1.23 kW, 73 Wh, 50 Hz, and 1.0 PF.
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.
Noise Level
70.3 dB
69 dB

Keep Warm

7.5
7.0
On the right is a Thermo Pro two-probe digital thermometer displaying 203°F for both probes. In the middle is the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S) 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 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.
After 5 Minutes
203°F / 95.5°C
202°F / 95°C

Design

Overall Design Scoring
7.9
7.7

In the Box

On the upper right is the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S). 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 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.

Dimensions

The Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S) is 8.27 inches in length, 6.34 inches in width, and 8.78 inches in height.
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.
Length
8.3" (21.0 cm)
8.7" (22.0 cm)
Width
6.3" (16.1 cm)
6.5" (16.5 cm)
Height
8.8" (22.3 cm)
9.0" (22.8 cm)
Weight
2.4 lbs (1.1 kg)
2.4 lbs (1.1 kg)

Carafe

8.0
8.0
The heating plate with a LED ring around it of the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S).
The heating plate with a LED ring around it of the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S).
The heating plate with a LED ring around it glowing blue of the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S).
The mesh filter attached to the plastic black V-shaped spout of the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S).
The plastic black bottom of the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S).
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).
Capacity
57.5 fl oz (1.7 L)
60.9 fl oz (1.8 L)
Weight
1.9 oz (53 g)
2.1 oz (59 g)
Materials
Borosilicate glass
Glass
Spout
V-shaped
V-shaped
Opening Diameter
3.1" (8.0 cm)
3.2" (8.2 cm)
LED Ring
Blue
Multi-colored
Filter
Fixed mesh
Removable mesh filter
Water Level Markings
Yes
Yes
Tea Infuser
No
Detachable

Handle

7.0
5.0
A person holding the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S) by its handle.
A hand holding the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) by its handle.
Materials
Cool-touch BPA-free plastic
BPA-free plastic
Type
Cool-touch, anti-slip
Cool-touch

Lid

7.0
7.0
The black pop-up lid of the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S) has a silver button in the middle.
The black pop-up lid of the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S) has a silver button in the middle.
The pop-up lid of the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S) opens at a 75° angle.
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.
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 Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S).
The top of the power base of the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S).
The bottom of the power base of the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S) has a cord storage and also three small anti-slip rubber pads.
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.
Materials
BPA-free plastic
BPA-free plastic
Type
360°
Swivel 360°
Cord Storage
Yes
Yes

Power Cord

The power cord of the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S) is 30.31 inches long.
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).
Type
three-pronged plug
two-pronged plug
Power
1500 W
1100 W
Rated Output
120 V ~ 60 Hz
120 V ~ 60 Hz
Cord Placement
Base
Base
Cord Length
30.3" (77.0 cm)
2.5 ft (0.8 m)

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
7.5
6.8

User Control

7.0
7.0
The power switch located on the handle of the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S).
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.
Control
One touch
One touch
Indicator Light
No
Red LED
Display
No
No
Temperature Control
No
No
Presets
No
5
Keep Warm
No
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 Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S) into a glass.
A hand pouring tea from the Chefman Electric Kettle with 5 Presets (RJ11-17-CTI-RL) into a glass.

Cleaning

7.0
6.0
A person in a black shirt holding the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S) by its handle on one hand and the other hand wiping the carafe interior with a piece of tissue.
A person in a black shirt holding the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S) by its handle on one hand and the other hand wiping the carafe interior with a piece of tissue.
The removable mesh filter of the Mueller Ultra Electric Kettle (M99S).
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.