The Frigidaire EKET125 Retro Electric Kettle is a stylish fast-boiling kettle with a handy thermometer, best for tea drinkers. Rated 4.2 out of 5 across 157 user ratings. The main drawback: durability is the most common complaint. We scored it 4.1 out of 5.
Fast boiling and a charming retro shape with a real thermometer on the front make this Frigidaire easy to like on the counter. What holds it back is staying power: quality and reliability get mixed feedback, and durability is the most common complaint.
NoFussDeal rates the Frigidaire EKET125 Retro Electric Kettle 4.1 out of 5. Last updated September 26, 2026.
A large thermometer on the kettle shows the water temperature as it heats, so you can see when it is ready for different teas.
Heating speed is one of its best-liked qualities, and the 1.8-litre capacity covers a full teapot or several mugs at once.
The inside is food-grade stainless steel, and the BPA-free plastic parts do not touch the drinking water.
The retro white styling is the main reason many people choose it, and the heat-resistant, anti-slip handle keeps a firm grip when it is full.
Frigidaire lists the material as Stainless Steel and the color as White. Score 84: its 4.2 star average on a 100 point scale.
Frigidaire lists the wattage as 125 watts. Score 84: its 4.2 star average on a 100 point scale.
19% of all ratings are three stars or fewer, which is where complaints like this usually sit. Score 78: we started at 84 and took off 6 because opinion is split.
19% of all ratings are three stars or fewer, which is where complaints like this usually sit. Score 78: we started at 84 and took off 6 because opinion is split.
Frigidaire lists the warranty description as Limited One Year. 19% of all ratings are three stars or fewer, which is where complaints like this usually sit. Score 72: we started at 84 and took off 12 because it draws mostly complaints.
65% of ratings are five stars and 16% are four. 5% are three stars and 14% are one or two. A sizable share of ratings sit low, so weigh the drawbacks below as heavily as the praise. Score 84: its 4.2 star average on a 100 point scale.
Based on 157 Amazon customer ratings, averaging 4.2 out of 5, recorded 12 September 2026. See the reviews on Amazon
Rinse the interior, then boil a full kettle of fresh water and discard it to clear any manufacturing residue.
Fill with cold water up to the 1.8-litre maximum, or less if you only need a mug or two.
Switch it on and watch the thermometer. For green or white tea, take it off before the boil. For black tea, coffee or instant food, wait for the whistle.
Lift by the heat-resistant handle and pour steadily. The body gets hot, so keep your hand on the handle.
For most buyers, yes: we score it 4.1 out of 5. The built-in thermometer is a real bonus for tea drinkers who want to brew below the boil. Rated 4.2 out of 5 across 157 user ratings.
Durability is the most common complaint. Quality and reliability are inconsistent from unit to unit.
Hand wash only, and empty the kettle after use. Descale regularly with a vinegar and water solution in hard-water areas, then rinse well.
Use the gauge to stop short of boiling for delicate teas such as green and white, and let it whistle for black tea, herbal blends and French press coffee.
The Frigidaire EKET125 gets the basics right. It boils quickly, holds 1.8 litres, keeps the water in contact with stainless steel only, and looks far better on the counter than most kettles. The built-in thermometer is a real bonus for tea drinkers who want to brew below the boil. The concern is longevity, with mixed feedback on quality and reliability and durability as the recurring complaint.
Buy it for the looks and the thermometer, both of which it does well. Go in knowing that durability is uneven, and hold on to the receipt for the one-year warranty.
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