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Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 vs Secura Electric Kettle SWK-1701DA Side-by-Side Comparison

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Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 vs Secura Electric Kettle SWK-1701DA

Overall Verdict

Comparing the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 and Secura Electric Kettle SWK-1701DA makes for an interesting competition between our best glass pick and our best stainless steel pick. In the end, the latter fell slightly behind due to a few minor weaknesses.

The Secura has better heat retention than the Peach Street thanks to its double-wall design that also makes it safe to touch when boiling. Unfortunately, its slightly slower boiling time, higher energy consumption, and higher noise level dragged down its overall performance score.

Moreover, the Secura lacks a water-level window for measuring from the outside, though it has markings on the inside. Its holed filter also isn’t as effective on limescale as the Peach Street’s mesh filter.

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Pros & Cons

  • Low price tag
  • Fast boiling time
  • Quiet boiling phase
  • Light weight
  • Easy to use
  • Large capacity
  • Cool-to-touch exterior
  • Double-walled heat retention
  • No plastic contact with water
  • Fast to boil
  • Affordable
  • Large lid opening
  • Slightly high energy consumption
  • Plastic lid
  • Energy consumption
  • No water-level markings

Key Specs

Dimensions
L8.94 x W6.30 x H8.78 inches
L8.86 x W6.34 xH10.70 inches
Weight
2.6 lbs (1.2 kg)
2.5 lbs (1.1 kg)
Material
Glass and BPA-free plastic
Stainless steel interior, BPA-free plastic exterior
Capacity
57.5 fl oz (1.7 L)
57.5 fl oz (1.7 L)
Power
1500 W
1500 W
Cord Placement
Base (cordless carafe)
Base (cordless carafe)

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$23.32
$31.75

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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
8.0
7.8

Boiling Time

8.0
7.8
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 Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA). The digital timer displays 07 minutes and 14 seconds.
Room Temperature
80°F (26.7°C)
80°F (26.7°C)
Water Volume
50.72 fl. oz. (1.5 liters)
50.72 fl. oz. (1.5 liters)
Boiling Time
7m 04s
7m 14s

Energy Consumption

7.6
7.0
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 Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA) to be 155 Wh.
Voltage
114 V
114 V
Current
11.44 A
11.26 A
Power
1300 W
1280 W
Energy Consumption
152 Wh
155 Wh

Noise Level

9.3
8.6
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 Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA) is boiling 1.5 liters of water. The noise meter displays the maximum sound pressure level to be 74.5 dB. The power meter reads 114 V, 11.26 A, 1.28 kW, 70 Wh, 50 Hz, and 1.0 PF.
Noise Level
67.2 dB
74.5 dB

Keep Warm

7.5
8.5
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 205°F for both probes. In the middle is the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA) 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
205°F / 96.5°C

Design

Overall Design Scoring
7.9
7.6

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 Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA). 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 Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA) is 8.86 inches in length, 6.34 inches in width, and 10.70 inches in height.
Length
8.9" (22.7 cm)
8.9" (22.5 cm)
Width
6.3" (16.0 cm)
6.3" (16.1 cm)
Height
8.8" (22.3 cm)
10.7" (27.2 cm)
Weight
2.6 lbs (1.2 kg)
2.5 lbs (1.1 kg)

Carafe

8.0
7.0
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 Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA) sitting on top of its power base.
The carafe of the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA) sitting on top of its power base.
The opening diameter of the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA) is 4.92 inches.
The maximum water level indicator on the interior wall of the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA).
The stainless steel V-shaped spout of the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA).
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
Stainless steel interior, BPA-free plastic exterior
Spout
V-shaped
V-shaped
Opening Diameter
3.54 in. (9 cm)
4.9" (12.5 cm)
LED Ring
Blue
No
Filter
Removable mesh
Built-in holes
Water Level Markings
Yes
No
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 Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA).
A hand holding the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA).
The button for the pop-up lid of the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA) located on 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
8.0
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 Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA).
The pop-up lid of the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA).
The pop-up lid of the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA) opens at an 75° angle.
The hinge of the pop-up lid of the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA).
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 Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA).
The top of the power base of the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA).
The bottom of the power base of the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA) has a cord storage but was missing two out of its 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 three-pronged round power cord of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300 is 29.92 inches long (76 cm).
The two-pronged flat power cord of the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA) is 33.66 inches long (85.5cm.
Type
three-pronged plug
three-pronged plug
Power
1500 W
1500 W
Rated Output
120 V ~ 60 Hz
120 V ~ 60 Hz
Cord Placement
Base
Base
Cord Length
29.92 in. (76 cm)
33.7" (85.5 cm)

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
8.0
7.6

User Control

7.0
7.0
The clear plastic power switch of the Peach Street Electric Kettle PE-1300.
The clear plastic power switch of the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA).
Control
One touch
One touch
Indicator Light
No
Blue LED
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
9.0
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 Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA) into a glass.

Cleaning

7.0
5.0
 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 hand holding a tissue wiping the interior of the Secura Electric Stainless Steel Double-Wall Kettle (SWK-1701DA).