These 11 Tea Kettles, Tea Makers, and Infuser Teapots Helped Us Cultivate a Daily Tea Habit

A high-quality stovetop kettle doesn’t have to break the bank. We were impressed by the Susteas StoveTop Tea Kettle’s high capacity of 2.5 L, its cool handle, loud whistle, and five-layer encapsulated base that improves boiling speed — all for under $50. It has a classic, vintage kettle look and a few fun color options like bright green and red. It’s also suitable for all types of stovetops

“This is a very nice-looking kettle. It's very shiny; it looks almost like a decorative piece. It looks great in my kitchen,” says writer and editor Nicole Bonaccorso. “The handle doesn't get too hot, only warm, but this comes with a little mitt to use on your hand just in case it is too hot. I thought that was a nice touch.” Our only issues were that the spout is hard to open, and it splashes slightly when you open it.

Le Creuset is synonymous with quality craftsmanship and superior design, and we found its Cloche Kettle to be no exception. It’s made of fast-heating, lightweight carbon steel that's finished with colorful enamel.

On the brand website, over a dozen color options are available, ranging from autumnal tones to multiple shades of blue and neutrals such as grey, white, and cream. The lid knobs are stainless steel or gold. The enamel resists stains, rust, and scratches. Just be advised that this is a highly popular product, so some colors regularly sell out.

“I love Le Creuset items and had been eyeing this kettle for quite some time. It's so cute!” says Bonaccorso. “It boils effectively. It pours smoothly with no dripping. The handle doesn't get hot. What more can you ask?”

This kettle works on all cooktops, whistles when it’s ready, and holds a generous 2.1 L. It’s the kind of piece you won’t mind leaving out on your stove.

The user-friendliness of the shape and design of this kettle from Circulon won us over. The wide, round body made it feel very sturdy, while the handle's ergonomic design ensured a smooth, comfortable pour. There’s also more space between the body and the handle than on most kettles, making filling and cleaning easier. It’s suitable for all cooktops.

“I love the look of this stovetop tea kettle. It is very aesthetically pleasing and looks very nice in my kitchen,” says writer Brittany Scanniello, RD. “It is very easy to fill, use, and pour.”

Our main issue was the handle; it became so hot that we needed an oven mitt to hold it. But given the kettle's quality and effectiveness, that didn’t turn out to be a deal-breaker. “Outside of the hot handle, I was very happy with this tea kettle and will continue to use it on a daily basis,” says Scanniello.

“For a stovetop kettle, this is a very nice piece. It pours very smoothly, and the handle has plenty of clearance,” says food writer and editor Katie Tuttle. “I like its compact, cute design. This is downright adorable.”

The kettle is designed for quick boiling, features a gentler whistling tone, and comes with a pot holder that fits the handle perfectly. One issue we ran into was removing the lid, which has a tight rubber seal. While initially frustrating to pry off, the seal does ensure that the water stays inside the kettle. 

Since your kettle is likely sitting on your stove most of the time, you want it to be as attractive as it is functional. We love the gorgeous prints on this Laura Ashley kettle: blue and pink birds and botanicals with green vines, on a navy or white background. It’s also available in delicate blue floral on white.

“This kettle reminds me of my mother. I can't pinpoint exactly what it is, but it does, and it calms me,” says writer Raki Swanson. “I look at it all the time, and it reminds me of my mom and makes me smile.”

We liked the kettle’s classic design, ergonomic handle, and push-button pour. It was easy to clean, heated efficiently on all stovetops, and felt well-made overall. That said, the handle did get quite hot during use.

If you find you need to boil a lot of water at once, capacity should be your top priority. This Viking Stainless Steel Whistling Kettle boasts a 2.6-qt (2.5-L) capacity, so you can make over 10 cups of tea at once.

Viking is a trusted name in kitchenware, and we found this kettle and its materials to be of exceptional quality. It heats up quickly, is suitable for all stovetop types, and is pretty to look at.

“If you like old-fashioned tea kettles, you're going to love this one. It has a modern look, but classic shape, which I personally really like,” says editorial director Simone Scully. “It whistles when it's ready, which I forgot how much I missed having after years of using electric kettles. I think it's very pretty and very functional, especially if you drink a lot of tea.”

This is yet another kettle with a handle that gets very hot, but it comes with an insulated sleeve for the handle. This makes it easier to hold safely. 

If you wish you had an automatic tea maker akin to a coffee maker, or you’re a chronic over-steeper like I am, you’ll love the Tea Maker from Breville. Simply add tea and water, then set the brew time and temperature, preferred strength, and timer, and you’ll wake up to perfectly brewed hot tea. You can even sleep in, as the automatic keep-warm function can be set for up to 60 minutes.

The handle stays cool to the touch, and the kettle is very easy to clean, especially since the removable pieces are dishwasher-safe. It also has a setting to simply boil water, which it did in an incredible three minutes.

“The controls and buttons were intuitive, and it was a smooth pour with no dripping or splashing,” says health writer Julia Pelly, MPH. “I would pull this out when I wanted to make large brews or infusions.”

While the machine itself was user-friendly, Pelly says the manual was confusing: “I noticed halfway through using it for the first time that I'd misidentified the ‘ideal’ brew temp for the tea I was planning to use.” Regardless, we feel it’s a must-have for daily tea drinkers.

The Saki Turkish Tea Maker Pro is a striking appliance. It features a double-pot design that towers above other electric kettles, so you can easily make strong tea the Turkish way. I tested this product and found it offers precision controls and exceptional flavor.

First, heat water to your exact specifications in the bottom kettle using the dial and full-color LCD display to select one of six temperature presets. Or make single-digit adjustments to reach any temperature between 104 and 212 degrees F. You can also enter your altitude, if applicable, since the boiling point varies with altitude. Once heated, pour the water over the loose-leaf tea in the top teapot's infuser basket (sometimes called a strainer basket).

Allowing the pot to steep in the hot steam from the kettle's leftover water beneath it yields deep flavor without bitterness. It was really delicious. I especially liked the keep-warm option, which can be set for up to 120 minutes. One of my favorite features was that the stainless-steel infuser basket is magnetized to the lid of the teapot. So cool! The large openings and streamlined design make cleanup a breeze.

Just be aware that the user interface took some getting used to, and some people may have an issue with it fitting under their cabinets.

This Ohom set is very unique and gift-worthy: It’s a tea set with an electric warming stand for the pot. The set includes a teapot, a tea infuser, two tea cups, an induction warming pad, a power adapter, and a USB-C cable. I tested the set and found it easy to use and design-forward. The warming stand kept the tea at 130 degrees F. And while the teapot is warmed, the tall metal handle remains cool enough to safely handle.

It’s a great set for people like me who like to nurse a pot of tea over several hours, or people who forget they made tea; finding that it’s still warm when you remember is truly a revelation. The warmer is also incredibly versatile. It can be used to warm mugs, candles, or even as a wireless charging pad for phones or earbuds. Personally, I prefer my larger-capacity infuser teapot, but this is a great statement piece with a handy warming pad.

If you’re looking for a teapot with a unique design that won’t take up a ton of space, I recommend this Tea Forte Frank Lloyd Wright Terra Teapot With Infuser. It makes 2.5 cups of tea, and I love the fun cylindrical shape and Southwest vibes of the warm terra-cotta coloring.

I tested this infuser teapot and found it worked well. The infuser basket is a beautiful shade of gold. It's also generously sized, allowing the tea plenty of room to move, especially given the size of the pot. All the parts are easy to clean, it pours well, and the handle is comfortable to hold.

This infuser is made of stoneware, which the brand asserts is less porous than earthenware and is therefore less likely to absorb the flavors of the tea steeped. The teapot is microwave- and dishwasher-safe, so once you remove the stainless-steel infuser basket, you can re-warm your tea in the microwave if needed. Plus, the basket is dishwasher-safe, and you can even make it a full tea set with the matching Terra Teacup and Saucer.

My only complaint is that the lid isn’t super-secure, and you’ll need to hold it on as you pour out the last of your tea. 

I tested this Bodum Assam Glass Tea Press and found it easy to use, effective, and aesthetically pleasing. It’s like a French press for coffee: You add loose-leaf tea to the infuser basket (infuser), add hot water, steep for the desired time, then push down the plunger. The tea leaves are secured away from the hot water at the base of the infuser (where there are no holes), so they stop steeping.

I took photos of the tea immediately after plunging and after an hour to confirm that it indeed did not appear darker. It also tasted the same. The infuser holes are perfectly sized, and the basket is roomy enough to give the tea plenty of space to move around, which helps with flavor.

I liked that the glass allowed me to see inside the teapot — a pretty and practical feature. Elle Liu, founder of Theoro, a fine-tea brand in New York City, recommends glass teapots: “Unlike stainless steel, glass doesn’t interfere with flavor, making it ideal for appreciating color and aroma.”

It has a generous capacity, pours well, and the wide handle is easy to hold. The infuser fits securely in the pot with a rubber seal, and the lid stays put, too. My issues here were minor: I wish the handle material were a bit less slippery, and I wish the plunger weren’t plastic, since it sits in the tea after brewing; although, because it’s inside the infuser basket, that may help filter any microplastics.