Hamilton Beach 1.7L Electric Kettle
- Electric Kettle
- 1.8 quarts
- 1500 watts
- Kettle
- Better rated than 57%
- More reviewed than 94%
Boils water noticeably faster than a stovetop kettle or microwave and shuts off automatically, though the 1.7 liter capacity suits one or two servings rather than a full pot for several people.
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How it ranks among the 94 electric kettles we track
4.5★ across 34,400 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
34,400 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
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Overview
Boiling water fast is the entire point of the Hamilton Beach 40864, a 1.7 liter glass electric kettle with a 1500 watt element, auto shutoff, and boil-dry protection.
- 1.7 liter borosilicate glass kettle
- 1500 watt heating element
- Auto shutoff and boil-dry protection
- Cordless base for tabletop serving
Who it's for
Fits someone boiling water for one to two cups of tea or a French press at a time, especially if speed and an automatic shutoff matter. Less suited to anyone who regularly needs to boil a large volume for multiple people at once.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Speed is the most repeated praise: several owners directly compare it to a microwave or stovetop kettle and say it wins. The lid coming fully off for cleaning and filling is also called out favorably. The main friction points are a stiff lid latch that needs squeezing rather than a lever, and at least one owner who expected more usable volume for two people than the kettle delivered.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Boils noticeably faster than microwave or stovetop
- Auto shutoff and boil-dry protection
- Lid removes fully for easy filling and cleaning
- Lid latch requires squeezing, not a lever
- Doesn't re-trigger shutoff once lifted and refilled
- Capacity suits one to two servings, not more
Performance notes
The 1500 watt element heats a partial fill, a single cup at minimum water level, in one to two minutes by owner accounts, and a fuller load in around six minutes. Auto shutoff switches the kettle off once it reaches a boil, and boil-dry protection cuts power if the water level runs too low, but the kettle doesn't re-trigger shutoff once removed from the base and refilled, so it's worth double-checking it clicked off before pouring.
Specifications
| Brand | Hamilton Beach |
|---|---|
| Model | 40864 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 6.2 × 6.8 × 9.9 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.8 quarts |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1500 watts |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Finish Type | Glass |
| Material | Glass, Stainless Steel |
| Material Features | heat-resistant borosilicate glass, stainless steel heating plate |
| Color | Glass |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Cordless base for serving, Kettle |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Container Type | Kettle |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Automatic Shut-Off, Built-in Mesh Filter, Cord-free Serving, Glass Sides, Single Hand Operation |
| Product Care Instructions | To avoid scale/lime deposit buildup, empty kettle after each use., Wipe the exterior of kettle with a damp cloth. |
| Part Number | 40864 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Quick and safe water heating for various hot beverages and food items, including tea, coffee, ramen, oatmeal, pasta, soups, and stews. |
| Item Type Name | Boiler & Heater, LED Indicator, Built-In Mesh Filter, Auto-Shutoff & Boil-Dry Protection, Cordless Serving |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in electric kettles.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Beach 1.7L Electric KettleThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 34,400 | 4.1 / 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 Hamilton Beach 40864
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How fast does the Hamilton Beach 40864 boil water?
Owners report roughly one to two minutes for a single cup at minimum fill, and about six minutes for a near-full load.
Does the Hamilton Beach 40864 turn off automatically?
Yes, it shuts off when the water reaches a boil and has separate boil-dry protection for low water levels.
How many cups does the 40864 make?
It holds 1.7 liters, enough for a couple of cups of tea or a French press, though at least one owner found it short for two people's needs.