Cosori CEK-S153-VUS vs Cosori Electric Glass Kettle 1.7L (Blue LED; GK172/GK173 series)
Cosori CEK-S153-VUS
Cosori Electric Glass Kettle 1.7L (Blue LED; GK172/GK173 series)
The short answer
Cosori CEK-S153-VUS comes out ahead overall with 7.4/10 against 6.6/10 for the Cosori Electric Glass Kettle 1.7L (Blue LED; GK172/GK173 series). Cosori CEK-S153-VUS is stronger on heating performance, temperature control & features, ease of use & cleaning and durability & support. Cosori Electric Glass Kettle 1.7L (Blue LED; GK172/GK173 series) is stronger on value. At current verified prices, the Cosori Electric Glass Kettle 1.7L (Blue LED; GK172/GK173 series) costs about $63.99 less.
- Choose the Cosori CEK-S153-VUS if: Buyers who want presets and keep-warm in a full-size 1.7L steel kettle at about half the premium price.
- Choose the Cosori Electric Glass Kettle 1.7L (Blue LED; GK172/GK173 series) if: Anyone who wants the cheapest way to boil water in glass and steel and see what's inside.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Cosori CEK-S153-VUS | Cosori Electric Glass Kettle 1.7L (Blue LED; GK172/GK173 series) |
|---|---|---|
| Plastic-Free Water Path | 7.2Maker statement only; seals undisclosed (capped). | 7.0Glass and steel, but a reviewer reports a plastic lid rim. |
| Health & Materials | 6.8Prop 65 lead warning with no part named. | 6.5Prop 65 lead warning with no part named; glass can break. |
| Heating Performance | 7.31500W, 1.7L; untested. | 6.81500W; glass loses heat faster (Reviewed). |
| Temperature Control & Features | 8.35 presets, ±5°F, 60-minute hold. | 3.0Boil only. |
| Ease of Use & Cleaning | 7.5Standard wide-lid kettle. | 7.0Water is visible; scale shows. |
| Durability & Support | 6.52-year warranty; some lid-fit complaints in Cosori reviews. | 6.0Breakage risk; 2-year warranty. |
| Value | 8.0About $90 for temperature control in a steel water path. | 9.3Cheapest credible option. |
Specifications
| Spec | Cosori CEK-S153-VUS | Cosori Electric Glass Kettle 1.7L (Blue LED; GK172/GK173 series) |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1.7 L | 1.7 L |
| Power | 1,500 W | 1,500 W |
| Water-contact material | 304 stainless steel (all-metal interior) | Borosilicate glass body; stainless steel inner lid and filter |
| Plastic touches water (per maker) | No | No |
| Silicone/polymer exposed to water or steam | None stated by maker | Lid has a plastic rim (per reviewer); main contact surfaces glass/steel |
| Prop 65 lead warning on maker page | Yes | Yes |
| Variable temperature | Yes | No |
| Temperature presets | 5 presets | 0 presets |
| Keep-warm / hold | 60 min | — |
| Double-wall body | — | No |
| Gooseneck spout | No | No |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Cosori CEK-S153-VUS
Pros
- Full 1.7L capacity
- Five presets plus adjustable temperature from 105 to 212°F
- 60-minute keep-warm
- Maker states 304 stainless, all-metal interior
- Mid-priced for a variable-temperature kettle
Cons
- No independent test coverage yet
- Lid seal material not disclosed
- Prop 65 lead warning that does not name the part
- No gooseneck spout
The best way to get variable temperature in a big steel kettle without paying premium prices. Buy it for the features and the maker's plastic-free water-path claim, and check that you are getting model CEK-S153.
Full Cosori CEK-S153-VUS review →Cosori Electric Glass Kettle 1.7L (Blue LED; GK172/GK173 series)
Pros
- Borosilicate glass body
- Stainless inner lid and filter
- Very low price
- Large 1.7L capacity
- Tom's Guide budget pick for avoiding plastic
Cons
- Plastic rim on the lid, per a reviewer
- Shows scale quickly
- Loses heat faster than steel and is more breakage-prone
- No temperature control or keep-warm
The best value in the guide and a fair compromise for casual use. Choose a steel model if lid purity matters more than price.
Full Cosori Electric Glass Kettle 1.7L (Blue LED; GK172/GK173 series) review →Both products are part of our guide The Best Plastic-Free Electric Kettles of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.