Great kettle-a nice design on the countertop, easy-to-use interface. The kettle heats up relatively quickly, though I do find that the kettle does not shut off on it's own after it reaches temperature, but continues to reheat. If I go to boil water and then walk away, it will essentially keep boiling forever. Perhaps there is a way to override this, but it might be my only criticism.

Wonderful kettle. This works incredibly well, heats up fast, and holds the temperature. If you use up all the water, make sure to not place the kettle back on the stand. This took some getting used to, but not a big deal. The safety feature kicks in and it beeps and shows Error on the unit. Not a big deal, just wish there was a way to prevent without waiting on the base to “time out” before placing the kettle back on it. This is minor though. The actual functionality and usability are a 5/5

This gooseneck kettle is fast boiling, well made, and good looking. I use it every day and it boils water noticeably faster than my previous kettle. This comes with a single downside: the water makes many loud sounds that are like small explosions. While this is not a problem it is something to be aware of if you are intending to use this in a noise sensitive place. The high wattage and fast boiling means that some of the larger pockets of steam collapse to create these very loud popping sounds (not like a rolling boil, discrete and explosive). The construction and packaging are high quality. The base is sturdy and doesn’t slide around with normal use. The handle is comfortable and there is a small vent in the lid to direct the steam away from your hands when you align the arrows on the lid (a very nice little feature). The construction feels sturdy while being fairly lightweight. The buttons are responsive and I haven’t accidentally pressed one yet. You do have to hold the power button down to turn it on while just a tap will turn it off, again, a nice little detail. The aesthetics of the kettle are nice. It is understated, in a nice matte black finish. The base is functional while not being ugly. It blends into a modern set of kitchen tools without causing visitors to wonder what it is (unlike some coffee grinders). In general, it leans masculine, modern, industrial, and minimal in the visual design but it isn’t an eye sore. I really enjoy this kettle and I won’t have any issues using it until either I break it or it gives out. There are two things I would offer as a way to take this from a 4 to a 5 for the next generation of the GK1 (maybe GK2?). The first is a more apparent max fill line. I am regularly using my kettle in the dark mornings and it can be hard to see the max fill line on the inside of the kettle. It there was a small bit of material that I could use as a gauge it would help in low light uses. The second is the ability to convert the temperature reading to Celsius. I know this is not a feature that most Americans would ask for but I was very surprised to find out I could only use Fahrenheit (maybe this has to do with the 5 degree granularity but I am unsure). I would recommend this kettle to most people for pour over coffee and other electric kettle needs.

I would have preferred that the markings for Maximum and Minimum were on the side opposite the handle. It's a bit awkward filling it the way it is. The ability to adjust the temperature by single degrees, rather than in 5 degree increments, would be nice.

If you like pour-over coffee, you need one of these. I was just going to get a regular electric kettle but I saw this Gooseneck Kettle and figured why not get the best of both worlds. Very easy and precise to put the water just where it is needed. If you like pour-over coffee, you know that it is important to "Bloom" the coffee before adding a quantity of coffee. Works like a champ. Really easy to set the temperature for coffee. I use 205 degrees. Let's you know the actual water temperature and the target temperature. Works well with tea, also.

I've been using a no frills kettle for over 10 years and wanted something with more bells and whistles. I wanted a goose neck for more control overs and something that would allow variable temp control. This does it all and I like the heat maintenance option as a bonus. It missed the 5 star mark because for the MSRP it should have a solid handle and if you place it back on the base without water it should be smart enough to turn off, where as this will throw an error code.

This is the first electric kettle I’ve owned. For making tea it makes the process much more handy. You grab the kettle, add the water, tourniquet it on, set the temperature, wait a few minutes, and you water is ready to add to your tea. No finding a pot, haul it over to the sink, add the water, take it to the stove, turn on a burner, and then wait. Using the kettle is like using a scalpel instead of a broad axe. It gives you controllable stream of water, so water doesn’t go flying everywhere. I’m happy I bought the kettle, I only wish I would have done it before.

Absolutely love this kettle. Water boils quickly, has all the necessary features, and looks sleek. I like that I can pour accurately and comfortably thanks to the chunky handle. One downside is that the beeps are too loud and can be annoying, but not a dealbreaker at such a reasonable price.

Liked all but one feature that is quite annoying and should be optional (be able to be turned off): the loud multiple beeping alerts. Every time a change in temp is made, and when the temp is reached. Ended up paying more for the Fellows that is wonderfully quiet. Donating the Cuisinart to a work space lounge where it can sonically compete with the microwave

I have had my tea kettle for about six months and just this month bought one for a friend. It is everything all the reviews I read (and videos I watched)before buying said it would be. You can easily adjust the temperature; it heats the water quickly; it pours easily without spilling; and it is lovely to look at! If you are a big fan of all kinds of teas, as I am, you cannot go wrong with this tea kettle.