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Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 vs Elite Gourmet Electric Kettle (EKT-602) Side-by-Side Comparison

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Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 vs Elite Gourmet Electric Kettle (EKT-602)

Overall Verdict

The Elite Gourmet Electric Kettle (EKT-602) is our lowest rated product so of course it can’t hold a candle to our best glass pick—the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300. Nonetheless, it’s still useful to understand what constitutes their differences.

Even considering its lower power draw, the Elite Gourmet was still much slower and consumed much more energy than the Peach Street. On the brightside, it was similarly quiet with equally good heat retention.

Both kettles have high quality design features like water-level markings, a removable mesh filter, and an LED ring on their carafes. However, the Elite Gourmet’s two buttons are awkwardly placed close to one another. On top of everything, the Peach Street is cheaper as well.

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Pros & Cons

  • Low price tag
  • Fast boiling time
  • Quiet boiling phase
  • Light weight
  • Easy to use
  • Large capacity
  • Inexpensive
  • Easy to use
  • Light weight
  • Large capacity
  • Quiet when boiling
  • Slightly high energy consumption
  • Plastic lid
  • Slow boiling time
  • High energy consumption

Key Specs

Dimensions
L8.94 x W6.30 x H8.78 inches
L8.39 x W6.50 x H9.57 inches
Weight
2.6 lbs (1.2 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
$23.32
$25.43

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
8.0
6.1

Boiling Time

8.0
4.9
1.5 liters of water boiling inside the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300. The digital timer displays 07 minutes and 04 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
7m 04s
10m 4s

Energy Consumption

7.6
5.8
The power meter reads the energy consumption of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 to be 152 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
11.44 A
8.438 A
Power
1300 W
960 W
Energy Consumption
152 Wh
161 Wh

Noise Level

9.3
9.2
The Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 is boiling 1.5 liters of water. The noise meter displays the maximum sound pressure level to be 67.2 dB. The power meter reads 113 V, 8.125 A, 929 W, 100 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
67.2 dB
68.3 dB

Keep Warm

7.5
7.5
On the right is a Thermo Pro two-probe digital thermometer displaying 203°F for both probes. In the middle is the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 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
203°F / 94.5°C
203°F / 95.5°C

Design

Overall Design Scoring
7.9
7.9

In the Box

On the upper right is the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300. 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 Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 is 8.94 inches in length, 6.30 inches in width, and 8.78 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
8.9" (22.7 cm)
8.4" (21.3 cm)
Width
6.3" (16.0 cm)
6.5" (16.5 cm)
Height
8.8" (22.3 cm)
9.6" (24.3 cm)
Weight
2.6 lbs (1.2 kg)
2.5 lbs (1.1 kg)

Carafe

8.0
8.0
The carafe of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 sitting on top of its power base.
The carafe of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 sitting on top of its power base.
The heating plate with a LED ring around it of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300.
The heating plate with a LED ring around it glowing blue of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300.
The black plastic V-shaped spout of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300.
The lid opening diameter of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 is 3.74 inches.
The plastic black bottom of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300.
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 lbs (1.0 kg)
2.1 oz (59 g)
Materials
Borosilicate glass
Borosilicate glass
Spout
V-shaped
V-shaped
Opening Diameter
3.54 in. (9 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 Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 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 stainless steel pop-up lid of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 and its button on the handle.
The stainless steel pop-up lid of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 and its button on the handle.
The pop-up lid of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 opens at an 80° angle.
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 Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300.
The top of the power base of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300.
The bottom of the power base of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 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 Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 is 29.92 inches long (76 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
1500 W
1100 W
Rated Output
120 V ~ 60 Hz
120 V ~ 60 Hz
Cord Placement
Base
Base
Cord Length
29.92 in. (76 cm)
28.7" (73.0 cm)

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
8.0
6.7

User Control

7.0
6.0
The clear plastic power switch of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300.
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

9.0
7.0
A hand pouring water from the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 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

7.0
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.