Electric Kettle For Small Apartment: 2026 AliExpress Guide (Part 3)

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TOPWIT 0.8L (1000W): 500ml reached 100°C in 2:38 ± 4 seconds. Noise 71 dB peak, 64 dB sustained. Comfee’ 1L glass (1500W): 500ml in 2:15 ± 3 second