Amazon Basics Electric Stainless Steel Kettle for Tea and Coffee
- Electric Kettle
- 1.1 quarts
- 1500 watts
- Kettle
- Better rated than 82%
- More reviewed than 96%
A straightforward, compact kettle for quick single servings of hot water. Households needing more than a liter at a time should look at a larger model.
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How it ranks among the 94 electric kettles we track
4.6★ across 50,500 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Overview
Amazon Basics 1-liter stainless steel electric kettle with a 1500W element, built for quickly boiling water for tea, coffee or oatmeal in small kitchens. Suits anyone who wants a compact kettle without extra features.
At 1 liter this is one of the smaller electric kettles on the market, so it fits tight counters and single-cup habits better than households making several hot drinks at once. The Strix thermostat handles auto shut-off and boil-dry protection, the same control mechanism used across many budget and premium kettles. There's no variable temperature dial, just on, boil and automatic off.
- Strix thermostat control system
- Water level indicator window
- Wide opening for easy filling and cleaning
- Black and silver stainless steel finish
Who it's for
Works for one or two people who want fast boiling water without a large footprint, and for anyone replacing an old stovetop kettle or hot pot. Households that regularly boil water for a full French press or several mugs at once will find the 1-liter capacity limiting.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Multiple reviewers report boiling a full kettle in under three minutes and specifically praise the auto shut-off as a safety feature that lets them walk away. One reviewer wished for a larger capacity for a two-person household, and another called out the water level window as a useful, unadvertised detail.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Boils quickly on the 1500W element
- Auto shut-off and boil-dry protection built in
- Compact footprint fits small counters
- BPA-free water-contact materials
- 1-liter capacity is small for multi-cup brewing
- No variable temperature control for delicate teas
Performance notes
The 1500W element and small water volume combine to bring water to a boil in roughly two to three minutes by reviewer accounts. The Strix thermostat cuts power automatically once boiling is detected, and boil-dry protection shuts the element off if the reservoir runs low, which is the main safeguard against damage from running it empty.
Specifications
| Brand | Amazon Basics |
|---|---|
| Model | MK-M110A1A |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.88 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 8 × 5.5 × 7.9 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.1 quarts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1500 watts |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Stainless Steel |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Black and Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | kettle bottom |
| Other details | |
| Container Type | Kettle |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Automatic Shut-Off |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand wash, Wipe clean |
| Part Number | MK-M110A1A |
| Recommended Uses For Product | making hot beverages, cooking instant soups |
| Item Type Name | kettle |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in electric kettles.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Basics Electric Stainless Steel Kettle for Tea and CoffeeThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 50,500 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Chefman 1L Electric Tea Kettle with LED LightsChefman | 4.6 / 5 | 7,400 | 4.6 / 5 |
| COMFEE' 1.7L Stainless Steel Electric Tea KettleComfee' | 4.5 / 5 | 8,100 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Elite Gourmet EKT1001 Electric 1.0L BPA-Free 1100W Glass Kettle Cordless 360° BaseElite Gourmet | 4.5 / 5 | 17,200 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Proctor Silex Electric Tea KettleProctor Silex | 4.4 / 5 | 10,600 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Amazon Basics MK-M110A1A
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How much water does the Amazon Basics MK-M110A1A kettle hold?
It has a 1-liter capacity, sized for one to two cups at a time rather than a full pot.
Does this kettle turn off automatically?
Yes, it shuts off automatically once water reaches a boil and includes boil-dry protection if run with too little water.
How fast does the Amazon Basics kettle boil water?
Reviewers report a full liter boiling in roughly two to three minutes with the 1500W element.