IMUSA USA GAU-18220 1.8 Liter Cordless Stainless Steel Electric Tea Kettle with Easy To…
- Electric Kettle
- 1.9 quarts
- 1500 watts
- Kettle
A fast, no-fuss kettle that many owners keep using for years, but heating element failures within the first year show up often enough to weigh against the low price.
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How it ranks among the 94 electric kettles we track
3.8★ across 1,300 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Overview
The IMUSA GAU-18220 is a 1.8 liter cordless stainless steel electric kettle with a detachable, 360 degree rotating base and an on/off switch with indicator light.
- 1.8 liter capacity
- Stainless steel body with matte black base
- Cordless, detachable rotating base
- On/off switch with indicator light
Who it's for
Tea and instant coffee drinkers who want a fast, simple boil-and-pour kettle without temperature settings. Not for anyone who wants adjustable brewing temperatures or has low tolerance for a product that may need warranty support.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Several reviewers who have owned the kettle for years call it reliable and easy to operate one-handed, with one on their second unit after their first lasted for years of daily tea drinking. Others report the heating element failing after three to eight months of moderate use, and describe IMUSA's warranty process as slow, asking for videos and photos before replacing a defective unit. A couple of Spanish-language reviews also praise the build quality after two years of use.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Heats water quickly for tea, coffee, or quick meals
- Cordless base allows one-hand lift and pour
- Detachable 360 degree base for easy pouring
- No adjustable temperature settings
- Multiple reports of heating element failure between 3 and 8 months
- Warranty process described as slow, requiring photos and video
Specifications
| Brand | Imusa |
|---|---|
| Model | GAU-18220 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 2 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 9.8 × 6.1 × 9.8 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.9 quarts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1500 watts |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Stainless Steel |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Material Features | stainless, cool touch handle, concealed heating element |
| Color | silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Tea Kettle, base |
| Other details | |
| Container Type | Kettle |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Gas Stovetop Compatible |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash |
| Part Number | GAU-18220 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Hot food and beverage preparation |
| Item Type Name | IMUSA USA GAU-18220 Electric Tea Kettle 1.9-Quart, Stainless Steel |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in electric kettles.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| IMUSA USA GAU-18220 1.8 Liter Cordless Stainless Steel Electric Tea Kettle with Easy To…This product | 3.8 / 5 | 1,300 | 3.9 / 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 |
| Mueller Living Electric KettleMueller | 4.5 / 5 | 63,700 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Speed-Boil Electric KettlePeach Street | 4.5 / 5 | 15,400 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Imusa GAU-18220
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Can the IMUSA GAU-18220 kettle set a custom temperature?
No, it only has an on/off switch that boils water and shuts off automatically; it has no adjustable temperature settings.
How reliable is this kettle long term?
Reports vary. Some reviewers say theirs lasted years of daily use, while several others report the heating element failing between three and eight months in.
Is the IMUSA kettle cordless?
Yes, it lifts off a detachable base that rotates 360 degrees, so it can be carried and poured without a cord attached.