If you live in a smaller apartment or have a smaller kitchen, electric kettles are also great for freeing up an extra burner.

In particular, the SMEG SMEG 50’s Retro Style Electric Water Kettle (on sale for $170) has a dripless spout, a handy auto-shutoff feature and a rotating swivel base. It heats water in minutes, with ...

An electric kettle is one of the few appliances I keep out on my counter. I use it almost daily for hot or iced tea, depending on the season. (My current model, and our best overall pick ...