The Nostalgia RWK150 Electric Kettle is a retro kettle with a genuinely useful gauge, best for retro kitchen fans. Rated 4.7 out of 5 across 2,152 user ratings. The main drawback: steel body gets hot to the touch. We scored it 4.7 out of 5.
Most retro kettles are all looks, but the Nostalgia RWK150 adds a working temperature gauge that is genuinely handy for tea, and in exchange its single-wall steel body gets hot to the touch and the gauge itself is a possible leak point.
NoFussDeal rates the Nostalgia RWK150 Electric Kettle 4.7 out of 5 at $120.99. Last updated September 26, 2026.
A 1500W element boils up to 1.7 litres, controlled by a Strix thermostat that handles shut-off and boil-dry protection.
A dial thermometer on the front shows the water temperature as it heats and as it cools after the boil.
A stainless steel body with a candy-apple red finish and a chrome handle cover gives the kettle its 1950s look.
A lighted on/off switch, a water window with capacity markings, a 360-degree base and cord storage in the base cover the everyday details.
Nostalgia lists the material as Stainless Steel and the color as Retro Red. All of the four owner reviews we read mention it. All of them gave the product four or five stars. Score 98: we started at 94 and added 5 because the owner reviews that mention it are positive, capped at 98, the highest any score goes.
Nostalgia lists the color as Retro Red. Two of the four owner reviews we read mention it. All of them gave the product four or five stars. Score 98: we started at 94 and added 5 because the owner reviews that mention it are positive, capped at 98, the highest any score goes.
Nostalgia lists the wattage as 1500 watts. All of the four owner reviews we read mention it. All of them gave the product four or five stars. Score 98: we started at 94 and added 5 because the owner reviews that mention it are positive, capped at 98, the highest any score goes.
Nostalgia lists the wattage as 1500 watts. All of the four owner reviews we read mention it. All of them gave the product four or five stars. Score 98: we started at 94 and added 5 because the owner reviews that mention it are positive, capped at 98, the highest any score goes.
Nostalgia lists the warranty description as 1-year limited. One of the four owner reviews we read mentions it, and that owner gave the product four or five stars, so the complaints come from the wider group of buyers. 7% of all ratings are three stars or fewer, which is where complaints like this usually sit. Score 88: we started at 94 and took off 6 because opinion is split.
One of the four owner reviews we read mentions it, and that owner gave the product four or five stars, so the complaints come from the wider group of buyers. None of the reviews we read say what goes wrong, so this score rests on the buyer ratings. 7% of all ratings are three stars or fewer, which is where complaints like this usually sit. Score 88: we started at 94 and took off 6 because opinion …
One of the four owner reviews we read mentions it, and that owner gave the product four or five stars, so the complaints come from the wider group of buyers. None of the reviews we read say what goes wrong, so this score rests on the buyer ratings. 7% of all ratings are three stars or fewer, which is where complaints like this usually sit. Score 88: we started at 94 and took off 6 because opinion is split.
86% of ratings are five stars and 7% are four. 3% are three stars and 4% are one or two. Very few ratings land that low. Score 94: its 4.7 star average on a 100 point scale.
All of the four owner reviews we read mention it, and those owners gave the product four or five stars, so the complaints come from the wider group of buyers. None of the reviews we read say what goes wrong, so this score rests on the buyer ratings. 7% of all ratings are three stars or fewer, which is where complaints like this usually sit. Score 88: we started at 94 and took off 6 because opinion…
All of the four owner reviews we read mention it, and those owners gave the product four or five stars, so the complaints come from the wider group of buyers. None of the reviews we read say what goes wrong, so this score rests on the buyer ratings. 7% of all ratings are three stars or fewer, which is where complaints like this usually sit. Score 88: we started at 94 and took off 6 because opinion is split.
Based on 2,152 Amazon customer ratings, averaging 4.7 out of 5, recorded 12 September 2026. See the reviews on Amazon
| 5 stars | 86% | |
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| 4 stars | 7% | |
| 3 stars | 3% | |
| 2 stars | 2% | |
| 1 stars | 2% |
I love retro everything I especially love my tea pot. The color is beautiful and the thermometer help with different recipes. It is durable easy to clean it still looks new and I have had mi… Read it on AmazonLeanora Pedro · May 20, 2026 · Verified
This kettle is so beautiful; it makes this Art Deco lover happy just to see it sitting on my counter. It also works like a charm for my needs. The water heats up very quickly, and it keeps i… Read it on AmazonTheo DiPassional · August 12, 2025 · Verified
I was concerned when I bought this that it might not stand up to heavy use. But I have used it every single day for more than two years now, some times 2 or 3 times a day, and it has never f… Read it on AmazonRose Rubin · November 11, 2018 · Verified
Very retro chic and terrifically priced insofar as I opted for "used" under the rating of Good. Like New apparently requires a pristine retail packing around the product. The inside story wa… Read it on AmazonJimmy D, Seattle · February 19, 2025 · Verified
The short manual covers first use and descaling, and it is worth reading before the first boil.
As the manual instructs, fill with distilled water, boil, discard, and repeat before making any drinks.
Place the base on a dry, level counter, unwind as much cord as you need from the storage in the base, and plug into a 120-volt outlet.
Fill using the markings in the water window, set the kettle on the base, and switch on; the light shows it is heating and it switches off at the boil.
Yes: we score it 4.7 out of 5. The steel body gets hot, and the gauge's internal nut can loosen and leak if the kettle is shocked with cold water.
Rated 4.7 out of 5 across 2,152 user ratings, with 86% giving it five stars and 2% one star.
Steel body gets hot to the touch. Gauge seal can loosen and leak.
Descale regularly if you live in a hard-water area. Wipe the interior dry with a soft cloth, including around the metal rod.
After the boil, watch the dial and pour when it reaches the temperature your tea or coffee needs, rather than guessing how long to wait.
The Nostalgia RWK150 turns a classic 1950s look into a practical kettle: 1500W with a Strix thermostat, a 360-degree base, and a front temperature gauge that makes brewing tea at the right heat easy. The steel body gets hot, and the gauge's internal nut can loosen and leak if the kettle is shocked with cold water.
Buy it if you want a kettle that looks great and gives you temperature feedback without digital controls. Keep hands on the handle, let it cool before refilling, and it should serve well for years.
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