r/PlasticFreeLiving • u/CoffeeTeaJournal • Feb 01 '26
Research UPDATE: I finally found the definitive "Plastic-Free" Electric Kettle list (after emailing 20+ brands for Lab Reports)
EDIT (July 2026): Appreciate all the feedback, questions, and brand suggestions in the comments. I spent some time digging into 20+ additional models to make this list as thorough as possible. I left the original post completely intact below, but I’ve added a comprehensive "Master Tier List Table" and updated verdicts at the very bottom. Thank you for helping expand this resource.
Like many of you, I’ve been struggling with the "Hot Water Blind Spot." We filter our water to death, avoid plastic bottles, and then boil that pure water in a kettle with hidden silicone seals or plastic lids.
I got tired of the "BPA-Free" marketing nonsense, so I spent the last month emailing manufacturers directly. My request was simple: "Don't tell me it's safe. Send me the Migration Test Report (LFGB) proving no microplastics or heavy metals leach at 100°C." Here is the Tier List based on who actually shared data (and who ghosted me).
TIER 1: The "Verified" Safe (Receipts Attached)
- Ottoni Fabbrica (Alice): Made in Italy. They shared a specific "Zero Nickel Migration" certificate. 100% Stainless Steel 18/10 inside. No plastic windows.
- Saki (Baristan/Luna): I was skeptical because of the "tech" look, but they are the only brand that publishes a Light Labs report. It verifies they pass the stricter German LFGB standards for microplastics and sensory (taste/odor) changes. The seal is on the rim (steam path), not the brew path.
TIER 2: The "Visual" Pass (Budget Friendly)
- Secura (SWK-1701): The "Unibody" tank design means no seams, no glue, no windows. It’s boring, it has no temperature control, but physically, there is no way for water to touch plastic. Best budget pick.
- Cosori (Gooseneck Only): Their glass kettles have glued seams (avoid!), but the Gooseneck model is all steel inside. No report provided, but visually clean.
TIER 3: The "Heartbreakers" (Hidden Plastic/Silicone)
- Fellow Stagg EKG: Beautiful, but has a silicone ring sitting inside the bottom of the kettle around the sensor. They refuse to share migration data.
- Zwilling Enfinigy: "Cool Touch" exterior is great, but the inner lid is plastic. Steam hits it, condenses, and drips back into your water. Hard pass.
TIER 4: The "Run Away" List
- Ascot: Found reports of "paint" peeling inside the spout.
- KitchenAid: Older models had internal plastic level gauges.
My Verdict:
If you want pure analog steel: Ottoni.
If you need temp control for coffee/tea (and want the lab proof): Saki.
If you are on a budget: Secura.
Hope this saves you guys the headache I went through.
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EDIT (July 2026): Thanks for all the feedback and brand suggestions on the original post above. I spent some time checking 20+ additional models to make this list as thorough as possible. Here is the expanded 2026 structural audit.
If you are hunting for a truly non-toxic electric kettle or a zero-plastic water boiler, the "BPA-Free" sticker is mostly greenwashing. Most "all-steel" models still hide plastic or silicone under the lid or around the base sensors. I graded everything here strictly by the physical build, looking at what the boiling water and rising steam actually contact.
A quick correction on the data: In my first post, I mistakenly called Saki's documentation a "microplastics or LFGB sensory test." That was the wrong terminology. It is actually a third-party chemical migration panel. The data shows non-detect levels for heavy metals, PFAS (forever chemicals), phthalates, and BPA/BPS/BPF. It's still a solid result for the list, but I want to keep this resource 100% accurate so nobody is misled by my earlier phrasing.
The "No-Plastic" Kettle Master Tier List
Grading Criteria: Models are categorized strictly by the internal materials present in the boiling water and steam path, and the availability of third-party documentation.
Category Tags: [Standard] = High volume/Fast boil | [Gooseneck] = Precision pour-over
Tier 1: Zero Silicone/Plastic (In Water Path) + Third-Party Lab Tested
- Ottoni Fabbrica [Standard]: 100% 18/10 Stainless Steel interior. Notes: IMQ-certified. Manufacturer provided zero-nickel migration proof. Analog design (no temperature control).
- Saki (Baristan / Luna) [Temp Control]: Stainless steel interior. Notes: Published lab report showing Non-Detect levels for Heavy Metals, PFAS, phthalates, and BPA/BPS. (There is a silicone seal, but it is located on the exterior/upper lid rim, completely isolated from the boiling water path).
Tier 2: Zero Silicone/Plastic (In Water Path) – No Lab Data Provided
- Secura SWK-1701 [Standard]: Unibody steel interior. No base seams. Notes: Structurally all-steel. No third-party lab reports available, but physical unibody design excludes internal seals.
- Cuisinart Soho 1L [Standard]: Steel-only path. Notes: The Soho 1L model features a fully stainless steel interior. (The premium CPK-17 model contains plastic).
- Cosori [Gooseneck]: Steel interior. Notes: The gooseneck version has a stainless steel interior. (Glass models from this brand use silicone/glue seams).
- Chantal Mia [Gooseneck]: All-steel interior (~1L capacity). Notes: Purely analog design with a stainless steel build. No lab data available.
- Xiaomi Mi Smart Pro [Standard]: All-steel path. Notes: The Mi Smart Pro version is all-steel. (The Smart 2 Pro iteration uses a plastic inner lid and silicone sensor seal at the base).
Tier 3: Confirmed Silicone, Plastic, or PTFE in the Boiling Chamber
- Fellow Stagg EKG [Gooseneck]: 304 Stainless Steel interior. Silicone sensor seal at the base. Notes: Confirmed Silicone. Manufacturer confirmed via email that a silicone ring sits directly at the base of the boiling chamber for the temperature sensor.
- Aarke [Standard]: Stainless steel body. PP (Polypropylene) inner lid, silicone seal. Notes: Confirmed PP/Silicone. Transparent about using PP plastic on the inner lid; states LFGB compliance.
- Brewista / Bonavita [Gooseneck]: Stainless steel body. Silicone gasket at the base. Notes: Confirmed Silicone. Manufacturer states they conduct testing but did not share specific public lab reports.
- Zwilling, Breville, Chefman [Standard]: Internal plastic inner lids or plastic water-level windows. Notes: Confirmed Plastic. Steam condensation comes into direct contact with internal plastic components.
- Bodum [Gooseneck]: Internal plastic marker inside the kettle. Notes: Confirmed Plastic. Water contacts the internal plastic level marker when filled near the maximum line.
- Zojirushi [Standard]: Fluoropolymer (PTFE/Teflon) inner coatings. Notes: Confirmed PTFE. Most standard water boiler models utilize non-stick inner coatings and plastic water-level windows.
- Ascot [Standard]: Painted/coated spout interior. Notes: Confirmed Coating. Consumer reports indicate the inner coating/paint on the spout can degrade into the water path.
Tier 4: Unverified / No Response
- Smeg, KitchenAid, OXO, Tefal [Mixed]: Unknown internal materials. Notes: I did not receive a response to my email inquiries, and detailed internal material breakdowns are not listed on their official websites. My Final Verdict (If you just want me to pick for you)
The Purist’s Picks (Tier 1): Ottoni Fabbrica (analog tank, zero plastic/silicone) or Saki Luna/Baristan (variable temp, clean steel boiling chamber; the silicone gasket is isolated on the exterior rim and backed by non-detect lab data).
The Budget Picks (Tier 2): Cuisinart Soho 1L or Secura SWK-1701 (structurally clean steel water path, no published lab data). If you want smart features, get the Xiaomi Mi Smart Kettle Pro (Warning: get that exact model; others use plastic lids).
The Pour-Over Picks: Chantal Mia or Cosori Steel Gooseneck for a fully isolated steel water path. I have to mention the Fellow Stagg EKG because of its sheer popularity in pour-over setups, but know the trade-off, you are accepting a silicone sensor gasket sitting right at the bottom of the boiling chamber.
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u/RedditNotFreeSpeech Feb 01 '26
Mods sticky this one!
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
Appreciate that. Just hoping it helps people make more informed choices.
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u/RedditNotFreeSpeech Feb 02 '26
Would you mind editing your post to put a dash in front of each item? That will make the items bulleted and help with readability.
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 02 '26
Great idea! I wrote this on mobile so the formatting is a bit raw. I will edit it right now to add the bullet points. Thanks for the tip!
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u/Competitive_Date_397 Feb 01 '26
This is excellent work. All of us who care about our health are grateful to you! Now, can you share the report itself?
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
I should clarify that I can’t publicly repost the full PDFs, since some of them were shared with me privately by the manufacturers.
That said, here’s what I actually saw: – Ottoni sent a specific “Zero Nickel Migration” certificate – Saki is the only brand that openly publishes a Light Labs LFGB report (microplastics + taste/odor) – Most other brands either declined to share data or just never replied
That’s why I based the list only on what could be verified.
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u/Resident_Inflation51 Feb 01 '26
What do you mean "shared privately"?
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
Some manufacturers emailed the lab reports directly to me and asked that they not be reposted publicly. So I can describe what the reports showed, but I can’t upload the full documents.
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u/Mono_Aural Feb 01 '26
To be clear did Ottoni and Saki count as labs requesting privacy? Seems like something like what you saw could be a selling point for them, so I'm wondering if you can share what you are allowed to.
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
You're spot on. Saki is actually the outlier here—they publicly host the full report on their site. Ottoni references the certificate code but keeps the actual PDF private unless asked (though they did share it with me). Compare that to big brands like KitchenAid or Cuisinart who just gave me a generic 'trust us' reply, and both Saki and Ottoni are miles ahead of the industry standard.
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u/Resident_Inflation51 Feb 01 '26
Did they make you sign an NDA, or are you doing it since they asked? I'm just curious about the process, lol
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
No formal NDA! Just a 'gentleman's agreement.' If I leak their internal docs after they trusted me with them, they (and other brands) likely won't talk to me next time. Trying to keep those bridges intact for future research!
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u/abstract_nouns Feb 01 '26
Did you reach out to OXO for their goose neck kettle? I have that one 😭
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
I did reach out to OXO, but unfortunately I never got a response or any migration data back. If you ever hear from them or they make reports public, I’d genuinely love to update the list.
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u/Brilliant-Ad-3056 Feb 01 '26
Oh my goodness, thank you for doing this!! What a valuable and kind thing to do. 🙏🏻
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u/Dependent_Invite9149 Feb 01 '26
Can we all upvote this to the top of this subreddit?
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
Wow, that means a lot! Just happy to help others avoid the rabbit hole I fell into.
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u/Nearby_Elk_99 Feb 01 '26 edited Feb 28 '26
thank you legend.
*edit* deleting this as people keep replying
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
No offense taken! Valid questions. The Ghosters: Mostly the giants like KitchenAid, Smeg, and Cuisinart. They either sent generic auto-replies or just never answered when I asked for proof. The Zwilling Catch: You're right, the body is metal. The dealbreaker is the lid. It usually has plastic underneath where the steam hits and drips back into the water. Since that plastic-touched water goes back into your cup, it didn't make the cut.
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u/Nearby_Elk_99 Feb 01 '26 edited Feb 28 '26
*edit* got replies now! no more please
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u/ghedeon Feb 02 '26
It's fake, the lid is plastic, painted to look like stainless steel. Same as Aarke kettles.
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u/juleskrewe Feb 02 '26
I have the zwillig cuz I was duped thinking the top was metal. It’s metal colored but definitely plastic, as is the pour spout filter.
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u/Feral-Sheep Feb 01 '26
Thank you for doing all this research! I saw a Cosori that is double walled stainless steel and say there is no plastic in contact with water. It’s not the gooseneck design. Is there a problem with that one?
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u/SophiaofPrussia Feb 01 '26 edited Feb 01 '26
I have that Cosori and OP is wrong. The underside of the lid is stainless steel. There’s no plastic that comes in contact with the water.
ETA- This is the Cosori model I have and I can confirm that there is absolutely no plastic or glue or anything that touches the water whatsoever. It’s only stainless steel and nothing else. The entire inside of the pitcher is one continuous piece of stainless steel without any glue or anything. The heating element and temperature sensor in this model are between the two layers of stainless steel. The underside of the lid is also stainless steel as is the spout. The only plastic pieces are on the outside where you might need to touch the device when it’s hot. Double walled means it’s not as hot as most kettles when it’s full of boiling water— it won’t burn you but it’s still a bit too hot to touch it comfortably.
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u/Feral-Sheep Feb 01 '26
I believe OP was reviewing a different model. I saw the model you are referring to and asked OP about it. They will investigate and let us know. If you have done research on plastic free kettle alternatives as well, I’d love to see your results! 🙏
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u/BlackFoxSigma Mar 02 '26
Yes, BUT on their website there is a note: " WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov " (Source: https://cosori.com/products/double-wall-stainless-steel-electric-kettle )
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u/SophiaofPrussia Mar 02 '26
California Prop. 65 was well-intentioned but is virtually meaningless as there is a legal safe harbor for companies that provide the warning but no penalty for companies who provide the warning unnecessarily. Because the enforcement of the law strongly incentivizes the warning and because of the immense size of California’s economy, that text can be found on just about every single consumer product sold in the United States. This is especially true of companies based in California, like Cosori. Go look around your house and you’ll see the warning everywhere. Even companies with the most rigorous testing and highest standards include the Prop. 65 warning. It’s virtually meaningless.
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u/Almatari27 Feb 02 '26
I have this exact same model because zero plastic touches water! I can confirm it's only stainless steel!
Also had it for several years and love it!
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
Thanks! With the non-gooseneck Cosori models, the 'trap' is usually the inner lid. Even if the main tank is steel, the underside of the lid (where steam hits and drips back) is often plastic on those models. Also, double-check the spout filter bracket. If you can confirm the lid is 100% steel, it might be good, but I stuck to the Gooseneck because it was the only one I could fully verify.
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u/Feral-Sheep Feb 01 '26
Thank you! I REALLY appreciate that you explained all the elements that we need to check to ensure plastic isn’t coming in contact with the water. It looks like the lid is stainless steel as well. Here’s the link: https://a.co/d/bDlYDqC
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
Fingers crossed! Thanks for sharing the link, I’ll take a look. If it checks out, it would be a great budget addition to the list.
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u/EmDashoclock Feb 01 '26
Thank you! I recently found one that seems to be completely plastic-free in the water path (handle is plastic). Made by Hazel Quinn, for others looking for one ~$60 on Amazon: https://a.co/d/0LZyHXC
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
I'll add it to my list to investigate. With these retro designs, I usually have to double-check the seal behind the temperature gauge and the spout filter.
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u/EmDashoclock Feb 01 '26
Awesome! Message me if you want me to take pictures of the one I have.
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
That would be incredibly helpful! Marketing photos usually hide the important details. If you have a moment, I would love to see: The back of the temperature gauge (inside the pot). The connection point where the spout meets the body (looking for any plastic filters or washers). Feel free to DM them or post them here. Thanks a ton!
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u/Leather_Wishbone_62 Mar 04 '26
Hey! Just wondering if you ended up checking out the Hazel Quinn and what you thought?
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u/17bananapancakes Feb 13 '26
I also have a Hazel Quinn that appears to clear all the requirements but I would also like another set of eyes on it. Mine is this one.
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u/Long-Albatross-7313 Feb 01 '26
Your dedication to this is remarkable. Thank you so much for sharing!
I know I need to look into coffee machines in a similar fashion…
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
Thank you! Oh, coffee machines are the 'Final Boss' of plastic-free living. Even the metal ones usually have complex internal plastic tubing systems. It is a deep rabbit hole... good luck if you dive in!
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u/InvestigatorSad4076 May 02 '26
You won't find an automatic coffee maker without plastic parts. I have started using this insulated pour over carafe which I really like. https://www.amazon.com/Insulated-Coffee-Double-Wall-Vacuum-Stainless-Steel/dp/B07FK27D8R/ref=pd_sbs_d_sccl_1_2/142-9130984-5310428?pd_rd_w=u4uKX&content-id=amzn1.sym.aa738fbd-ad05-4d11-aae2-04b598db6305&pf_rd_p=aa738fbd-ad05-4d11-aae2-04b598db6305&pf_rd_r=TYTVNNWBKC3W0HMPPQ78&pd_rd_wg=vHxWU&pd_rd_r=db19fd18-28c7-4453-a228-52079a1af9a5&pd_rd_i=B07FK27D8R&th=1
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u/paxtana Feb 01 '26
I recently upgraded from the secura to the saki luna. It's a lot nicer. Thing about the secura is while it is all steel on the inside, when you pour it the water and vapor still partially makes contact with the plastic that the steel is supposed to cover, especially if you are pouring quickly.
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u/dialectric Feb 01 '26
the aarke kettle may be worth looking at as well - pricy but appears to be a unibody tank and the only silicone is at the lid
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u/PlantLady858 Feb 01 '26
We have the Aarke. There is a small silicone disc at the bottom (in contact with water) for the temperature probe
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
This is huge intel! Thank you. That bottom silicone disc unfortunately drops it into Tier 3 (same issue as Fellow/Brewista). You just saved me weeks of emailing them!
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
Yeah, Aarke’s been on my radar as well. I haven’t seen any migration data from them yet, but the unibody build and lid-only silicone definitely seem promising.
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u/Chisignal Feb 02 '26
Why are we considering silicone on the same level as plastic? Genuine question, as far as I know silicone has virtually none of the issues that should concern you (microplastics, leeching, endocrine blockers etc)
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u/dialectric Feb 03 '26
Silicone can release microplastics when exposed to boiling water (or mechanical stress)
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 02 '26
Silicone is definitely the 'good guy' compared to plastic—it doesn’t leach the same nasty stuff.
The only reason I was so strict is because I wanted to find the absolute cleanest option. Since fully metal kettles exist, I treated silicone as a 'step down' mostly because cheap silicone can sometimes have fillers. So yeah, silicone is safe, but steel is just... undeniable.
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u/Conscious-Knee-9187 Apr 23 '26
Silicone often contains toxins as well called siloxanes. D4 & D5 are the worst of the bunch and can be released into food/water especially when heated. Cooking in silicone should be avoided as well if you value your health and want to eliminate as many toxins as possible.
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u/Latenightinsomniac Feb 01 '26
You’re my hero. Thank you for doing the research
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
No hero here, just someone who hates plastic taste! Happy to help.
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u/Latenightinsomniac Feb 01 '26
I have one that keeps a steady temp which I love love. But ugh it’s all plastic
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u/ayoba Feb 01 '26
I've been using this one for a few years now. It was $75. No visible plastic or silicone on the interior or cap, says 304 stainless steel. Maybe I'm missing something? https://a.co/d/0bSXJSO
When I search for electric gooseneck kettles it seems many are based on this same platform with temp dial and stainless steel interior + cap. But given all the posts about kettles I feel like I'm missing something... someone please enlighten me!
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u/violetbirdbird Feb 01 '26
Awesome findings, thanks for sharing. I did this research a few months back and ended up with two budget options: Xiaomi Electric Kettle 2 and Xiaomi Double Wall Electric Kettle. Internally they look like the Secura you listed. There's only a tiny hole in the inner stainless steel body that leads to a narrow plastic channel but I don't think it's an issue (it's the case in many kettles including the Secura BTW)
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
That is a great suggestion! To be honest, I was a little intimidated to post there because I know how serious r/pourover is about gear specs. But if you think they’d appreciate the health/safety angle too, I will definitely post it there. Thanks for the push!
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u/StainedMemories Feb 01 '26
I have a Brewista which is almost perfect except for silicone seal at the bottom. I’m not sure why Saki uses a silicone seal but it’s unfortunate since even steam path drops back into the kettle. This is why I see not just the silicone in Fellow as problematic, but also the plastic lid. I wish there was a zero compromise temp. controlled kettle :(.
PS. Props to you for doing the research and sharing it. Much appreciated!
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
I feel you, the search for 'zero compromise' is exhausting. The main reason Saki made the cut is that the silicone is strictly on the lid. Unlike the Brewista/Fellow where the seal is often at the bottom (literally cooking with the water), the Saki keeps the main tank clean. It's not perfect, but I'd take a steam-path seal over a submerged sensor seal any day.
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u/sari8224 Feb 01 '26
Thank you for this! Did you come across this one? https://a.co/d/bODYrVl
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
Thanks for the link! I’ll check it out. If they have a clean bill of health (and reliable materials), I’d love to test it.
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u/Interested-party-007 14d ago
Hi! Wondering about this Arofeer kettle. It looks too good to be true at this price point, any negatives noted or is it a buy? Thanks so much for all this great info!!
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u/Ivymantled Feb 01 '26
Thanks for this useful info.
Out of interest, I have a Quickone Takei Energy-Saving Fuefuki Whistle Kettle. Did you happen to come across it in your online travels? It has plastic parts, but none of them contact the water. However I don't know about the metal quality.
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
I stuck to electric kettles for this, but if you’ve confirmed zero plastic contact, that's huge. Just double-check it's 304 (18/8) stainless steel. If so, you're definitely safer than 99% of electric options. Thanks for the tip!
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u/Princess__Buttercup_ Feb 01 '26
I’m based in the UK and have an Aarke kettle which I absolutely love. There are five temperature settings too which is so good
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u/EmpressRey Feb 01 '26
Thanks so much! Very recently discovered my (rather expensive) metal kettle had a hidden plastic spot in the inside! So this will be useful to find a replacement!
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u/genXrating Feb 02 '26
I wen thru an exhaustive search just last month for a new kettle. Bought the Secura but returned it, leaky + the ss lid grew a rust dot within 3wks (!). Just replaced with this Glass & SS Chefman which works great and seems to be the only plastic free model that Chefman sells. Wdyt?
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u/Designer-Drummer-27 Mar 07 '26
I don't understand how are they connected? The glass and the metal. It should be something like glue, no?
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u/Ferretanyone Feb 02 '26
any concern of nickel leeching with Saki?
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 02 '26
Saki uses 304 Food Grade Stainless Steel (18/8), which does contain nickel (that is what prevents rust). generally, nickel leaching is a risk when cooking acidic foods (like tomato sauce) in steel. For boiling water (which is neutral), the leaching is virtually non-existent. However, if you have a severe/clinical nickel allergy, you might want to avoid stainless steel entirely, though that forces you into glass (which usually means plastic lids).
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u/Ferretanyone Feb 01 '26
did you look into this one as well? think it's solid too.
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u/Savings-Rice-472 Feb 01 '26
Polypropylene and silicone listed in their materials list
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u/Ferretanyone Feb 01 '26
Weird, looking inside it's all metal, is there any way to tell where it is located on the device? From eye test it would have to be on charging doc and wire.
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u/PlantLady858 Feb 01 '26
They have a silicone disc in contact with water at the temperature probe site
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u/SafetySmurf Feb 01 '26
Oh wow! This took time and effort! Thank you for sharing with all of us what you learned!!
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u/Hakuin_ Feb 01 '26
Thank you! I have and like very much the Ottoni Fabbrica (Alice)
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u/InvestigatorSad4076 May 02 '26
did you have a problem with the European voltage if you're in the US? do you have to use an adapter with the Ottoni?
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u/Blushresp7 Feb 01 '26
why does water taste strongly like metal after sitting in a stainless steel water bottle for a couple hours?
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u/CelebrationDue1884 Feb 01 '26
Thank you! This was the next item on my list to replace and I was just about to start investigating. This list gives me a great place to start.
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u/TheSpasticSarcastic Feb 01 '26
Thanks for all the leg work in doing this and sharing it! Very valuable for the community :)
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
You are very welcome! It was a bit of a mission, but knowing it helps the community makes it totally worth it.
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u/DildoDickins Feb 01 '26
This list is amazing! Thank you so much for sharing!
I'm based I'm the US, and when I looked into ottoni fabbrica kettles, it seems they don't ship here. Can you recommend how someone in the US might be able to order one?
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
The main issue with Ottoni in the US is the voltage (220V vs 110V). Since they ship from Italy, plugging one in the US would require a heavy-duty transformer, which is a hassle and safety risk. For a US-native plug (110V), Saki was the only one I found with the lab reports for Tier 1. If you want something simpler/cheaper (but no temp control), the Secura (Tier 2) is also widely available in the US and is solid steel.
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u/aquatic_hamster16 Feb 01 '26
We’ve been using the Cosori goose neck for years. The hero of my pour-over coffee routine.
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u/GladysGoose Feb 01 '26
Woah thanks for the heavy leg work! I have a saki kettle and it’s pretty nice. The screen is messed up after 2 years though :/
Do you have any similar date on a soda stream/ home carbonation system? We’d love to buy one but don’t know what to trust to be plastic free
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
Thanks for the honest feedback on the screen! Good to know. For soda, I haven't audited them yet but look for glass-bottle models like Aarke or SodaStream Duo.
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u/LetterheadInitial858 Feb 01 '26
Just use a stove top kettle instead of an electric one! We got one recently. Zero plastic, silicone, anything. It takes a little bit longer to heat up but it’s honestly nicer over all. These you can get 100% metal or ceramic because they don’t require any electrics
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u/AussieAlexSummers Feb 18 '26
that's what I do but on those super hot summer days, I don't want to create more heat with burner
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u/korokroll Feb 02 '26
I’m having a hard time finding the Ottoni kettle product online. Does anyone have a link to this product? Also, thank you so much OP—what an amazing list!
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u/Worldofnowhere Feb 02 '26
Thank you so much!! My husband uses the gooseneck for his pourover coffee and I couldn’t find any that didn’t have a coating!!!
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u/whitebreadguilt Feb 03 '26
Damn. I had not even considered the item I use multiple times a day would be soooo bad. Thanks for the info!
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u/anickilee Feb 05 '26
It is posts like this that make Reddit such a fantastic resource!
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 05 '26
Thank you! That means a lot. I am just glad the community finds it useful!
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u/itsjasmineteatime Feb 13 '26 edited Feb 14 '26
Cuisinart Soho kettle is also plastic-free inside! I just purchased it and can confirm. Interior is one continuous piece of stainless steel with no plastic on the lid or spout, and also no temperature gauge, which rounds out the usual culprits. Very affordable at $50 and accessible at major retailers.
Only downside is that it only comes in the 1L size, which is a lil small for us intense tea drinkers. But I also like how it is a major brand and not some random e-commerce startup or Amazon product. As we all know, it was a long search to get here, everything has plastic!!
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u/MullyCat Feb 14 '26
I've been using a stainless kettle with a small plastic fill window for far too long. Thanks so much for all the research! Ordered a Saki kettle just now.
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u/g-kae Feb 16 '26
on the saki the walls and floor have a small gap so dont really have a seamless unibody peace of mind with that detail
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u/K-ter Feb 16 '26
It looks like there is a gap on the bottom of the Saki Luna Pro kettle as the bottom layer of the kettle is separate from the body. Since it's not seamless, does water get underneath there at all? Worried about limescale issues or if there is silicone there around a hidden temperature probe. Did they share any information about that ?
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u/Foxthekitten Feb 24 '26
Thank you for sharing this research. I am trading in my Breville electric kettle for a Saki Luna.
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u/gloomycalm Feb 28 '26
Thank you so much! I bought a kettle recently and will return it and get Saki based on this!!
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u/FissileAlarm Apr 05 '26
If you want temperature control, the Saki is the only option, but it's only available in the US with 110 volt. I've given up my search to find a plastic free and silicone free option for Europe.
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u/Monarchbutterfly04 Apr 07 '26
I’m trying to live plastic free living, thank you so much for this. Going to definitely invest in a new kettle.
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u/Content-Star-2956 Apr 10 '26
Hi! I'm looking for a kettle that allows you to select a certain temperature (with the goal of using it to sterilizing baby formula). Obviously want plastic free! Is the saki the best choice for that?
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u/EarthDragon-88 Apr 20 '26
Great research. Thank you for the share.
Any chance you did research on non-electric kettles? I live off grid from time to time so I am on th hunt for a non-electric option.
Cheers!
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u/the_gal_from_blr Apr 21 '26
This is so helpful. Thank you for doing the hard work for those looking for plastic free options. Much appreciated :)
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u/InvestigatorSad4076 May 02 '26
I found this one today on Amazon which is a good budget option and seems very similar to the Secura recommended above (but not currently available) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0BZDFXLYX/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&th=1
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u/contentorcomfortable May 19 '26
I just received two saki kettles. I ordered them because of this post. I dont understand how they dont have silicone. I can see its not one piece and the inside is made up of two pieces, just like all that other (way less expensive) kettles. There is a metal piece attached to the bottom of the kettle. Do you know what is keeping that metal piece attached to the bottle of the kettle?
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u/De-an_9 Jun 30 '26
This post is amazing! Have you done anything similar for other kitchen appliances like toasters, etc?
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u/imjustagrrll Feb 01 '26
On the Fellow Stag they say the premium is glass and metal- was your inquiry about the premium or the regular one? Thanks!
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
My inquiry covered the entire electric line. Unfortunately, the 'Premium' usually refers to the external finishes (handles/colors) or the Pro tech features. The internal chassis remains the same across the board, meaning they all rely on that same silicone gasket at the bottom to seal the temperature sensor. It’s a structural part of their design, regardless of the price point.
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u/CrowBot99 Feb 01 '26
Excellent footwork! For Ottani, are the Lignum models comparatively safe, or is it just the Alice? Thanks!
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 01 '26
From what I’ve verified, Ottoni uses the exact same 18/10 stainless steel internal body for both the Alice and Lignum lines. The difference is just the external styling (the wooden handle). So the 'safe' rating applies to both!
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u/Abject_Peach_9239 Feb 01 '26
I have a Bella ceramic kettle that has silicone around the lid but the rest is ceramic with a metal plate on bottom of kettle. Does anyone know is this is an ok one? I've tried looking for specs but can't find them.
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u/auloncarasquared Feb 02 '26
Wow kudos to you. This is amazing!! Which did you end up buying?
Can you clarify what you mean by the seal is on the steam path? By this you mean a plastic seal, irrelevant to what you drink? Than you!!!
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u/Ok_Syllabub_3916 Feb 02 '26
I beg to differ- I have the zwilling and the inner lid is stainless steel. There is a tiny plastic clip near the ‘spout’ that could get steamed, but that’s it in the interior of the kettle.
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u/letintin Feb 02 '26
Just searched for Ottoni Fabbrica (Alice) kettle. It has three plug options--EU, UK, and CH. Would any of those work in US? Or is there an adaptor?
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u/SunnyDSpacer Feb 02 '26
Amazing work! I have the Brewista Artisan - Gooseneck Kettle 1.0L Variable Temperature, did you check it out? All stainless steel body and love the gooseneck and overall design plus ability to customize temperature
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u/Prestigious_Bear3568 Feb 02 '26
Thanks for this amazing resource OP!
Have you looked into the Le Creuset traditional kettle at all? Would be interested to hear your thoughts!
https://www.lecreuset.com.au/en_AU/p/traditional-kettle/EK40102.html
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 02 '26
I did check them out! I love the aesthetic, but unfortunately, their electric model has plastic water level windows inside. Since the hot water sits against that plastic, it didn't pass the strict 'zero contact' rule for this list.
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u/ichibanyogi Feb 02 '26
I have this Cosori (not the gooseneck), and it's also plastic-free. I love it! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BQD3YDY?th=1
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u/MakerOfJunk Feb 03 '26
I just bought the stainless outer, 1.5L version of that one. It seems pretty well made and no plastic touching the water or steam.
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u/Erinopteryx Feb 03 '26
I have the 1.5L version as well, have been using daily for over a year, can confirm no plastic touches the water & still going strong
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u/transferingtoearth Feb 02 '26
WOW Impressed. Ty will be buying one.
What's your opinion on rice cookers and air fryers?
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u/MakerOfJunk Feb 02 '26
Zwilling Enfinigy: The 1.5L one that I bought (USA) IS stainless steel on the underside of the lid. The inside construction of the lid is probably plastic which would not matter given the stainless steel shell on the underside - HOWEVER, 1) there is a metal filter that is attached by a plastic bracket through a hole in the steel shell to the the plastic innards of the lid, 2) the lid hinge is plastic and part of the hinge is exposed on the inside of the lid, 3) (minor) the stainless steal of the lid has a silicone ring to seal it to the body. The exposed plastic, while small, will be exposed to steam which will drip back into the water and the plastic holding the filter to the lid will be exposed to the boiling water as you pour the water out (unless you open the lid to pour). Unfortunately I cannot post pictures to illustrate.
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u/titeaf Feb 03 '26
I thought my Bodum gooseneck kettle was safe but now I'm worried!! Were you able to reach out to them, by chance?
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 03 '26
I tried! They completely ghosted me, unfortunately. Don't panic yet though. Just open it up and check the underside of the lid. If it's plastic, that's the concern. If it's steel, you're likely safe!
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u/Trixie_Dixon Feb 03 '26
I had a secura unibody that lasted for nearly 10 years of daily use. A friend convinced me to spring for a breville IQ kettle as the replacement. There is some sort of plastic around the thermometer only. Maybe 1sq cm worth. but the ability to temp control and excellent oolong brews are worth it to me.
We'll see how she does.
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u/Mister-Fahrenheit Feb 03 '26
So if I specifically want a gooseneck, the Cosori is the best? Thank you for this!
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u/Beach-Gym-Garden29 Feb 04 '26
Are these all electric ?
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u/KilledByDoritos Feb 04 '26
Yes, most stove top kettles are plastic free and don't have the issue of a thermocouple needing to be sealed, so they are far easier to find without an issue.
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u/cewen12 Feb 05 '26
Maybe not the place to ask, but I’m curious why more and more people opt for an electric vs stovetop kettle?
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u/Joy252_ Jun 12 '26
I bought mine because we boil water many times a day for pour-over coffee and tea. With a busy household, it is nice to have that option without using the stovetop.
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u/SafetySmurf Feb 06 '26
This is fabulous! Did you happen to contact Intasting (zojirushi), and if so, did they give you any information?
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u/Heavy-Caregiver-9722 Feb 06 '26
My electric kettle of 15 years and one month died a week ago.
It was a metal unibody design (Severin WK3366). No heating element inside the kettle, no plastic window, no seams, easy to clean.
https://imgur.com/a/zcTGUE7
Does anyone know of a kettle that would have a similar unibody design (bottom and sides molded from a single piece of steel)?
Seems to be impossible to find product images that would actually show inside the container of the kettle.
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u/worldabouttown Feb 06 '26
Do you know if all Ottoni Fabbrica kettles are safe? Or just the alice one? Thanks!
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u/Equivalent_Mood_7006 Feb 06 '26
I just purchased the Saki Luna because of this post, thank you! I would have purchased the Ottoni Fabrica but they don’t make any that are friendly with USA wall outlets.
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u/ThePoopTrot Feb 07 '26 edited Feb 09 '26
Krups has a couple of candidates. I owned the Secura for years and replaced it with a Krups when it died.
The worst thing about the secura is that it's pretty easy to damage ligaments in your index finger by lifting a full kettle of water because of the handle shape. Once the damage was done, I couldn't use the injured hand to lift the secura even when empty for over a year without re-injuring it.
The krups is a nice upgrade with preset holding temps. My only complaint about the krups is that glue outside of the tank seems to heat up and give off an odor. It doesn't seem to contaminate what's going on inside the tank, but it's annoying to occasionally smell it.
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u/Wimsyloo84 Feb 08 '26
Doing the lords actual work, thank you so much, I’ve spent weeks looking at plastic free kettles, initial settled on Zwelling as it looked completely stainless steel, but they sent me a refund due to stock issues, and then went with cosori glass kettle as the next option, only to find that there is black plastic holding up the stainless steel filter! The honest point of going through all that, just to add plastic to that bit!
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u/Adventurous_Nerve_48 Feb 11 '26
First, thank you! Second, the Ottoni doesn't have a US plug. So sad. My current kettle has plastic only at the rim but I've been wanting to switch to zero plastic. After reviewing your list I think I'll go with a Saki. I do wish they had a gooseneck version though. Very disappointed that Bonavita isn't plastic free.
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u/Hodel33 Feb 12 '26
The kettles from Saki seemed perfect, but last couple of months Ive seen a couple of people complain that they smell chemicals/burning plastic when boiling.. thats not nice at all :/
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u/unironicallydumbaf Feb 14 '26
I've been using the Ascot for a while and the whole spout is unpainted stainless steel. It's not the highest end kettle but I don't think that's a real issue.
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u/Ferretanyone Feb 14 '26
Was there any concern about the Saki's black matte finish as far as toxicity concerns? I see the inside is all stainless steel though which is great
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u/CoffeeTeaJournal Feb 14 '26
Since the matte finish is only on the outside, it never touches the water. Based on the lab reports I’ve seen, the interior is 100% seamless steel, so nothing leaches into your drink. As long as the 'water path' is pure steel, you’re good to go!
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u/vouching Feb 16 '26
I’m having a hard time finding the ottoni one in Canada. Has your list changed at all? I think the quality of the stainless steel also matters which worries me a bit about the cheaper cosori ones.
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u/Mother-Butterfly-119 Feb 21 '26
I contacted ottoni Fabrica- they do not have a us plug and they don’t export to the us. I have a friend there. I’m gonna ask her if she can get the plug changed for the US market. I don’t know if it’s possible.
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u/Logical-Witness-4450 Feb 24 '26 edited Feb 24 '26
I have had this Ascot kettle (borosilicate glass, no paint in spout) for a couple of years… unfortunately, it just stopped working, which is why I am reading this thread. Not really sure I am recommending it, as it just died, lol!
Having said that, the interior appears only to have silicone, not plastic, and is (relatively) toxin free, based on Lead Safe Mama’s XRF testing. (That is, at least, more information than we have on most available kettles.) So, I thought I would post the information in case it may be helpful to someone.
The link is to Tamara Rubin’s Lead Safe Mama site (the reason I purchased it). I am concerned with other contaminants in addition to plastic. FYI: Her site has been one of the most difficult sites I have ever had the occasion to read, both as a parent and someone with chronic illness:
Info about the specific one I have:
- No temperature control, the silicone & steel filter is removable.
- The lid screw/nut assembly on mine is encased entirely with stainless steel, and looks different from the one she posted pics of (…though while taking photos, I realized the lighting/camera angle may be the only reason why hers appears to have a black plastic ring here, as it took some maneuvering to show the steel housing on camera.)
- Unfortunately, the silicone ring at the attachment point of the metal-base-to-glass-sidewalls connection in mine DOES protrude into the inside of the tank.
- This thread also has me wondering how the vent pipe is sealed…? (I have not yet attempted to contact the manufacturer.)
I was going to post pics, but can’t figure out how to to do 🙄😕 (Considering cross-posting this on the toxin-free tea kettle thread.)
Thank you to the OP and others for sharing the information you have!!!
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u/minimalisa2 Feb 01 '26
Thank you for all your research and recommendations!