We use our kettle several times a day—for coffee, tea, and anything else that calls for hot water.
For years, we used an OXO adjustable-temperature glass kettle. It did its job well, but over time, some of the plastic components started to deteriorate.
That made me increasingly uncomfortable with hot water and steam coming into contact with those parts.
There was another annoyance too: scale had built up around the bottom of the kettle and had become difficult to remove. So we started looking for a replacement.
What I wanted
No plastic touching the water
No plastic in the steam path
Stainless-steel or glass interior
Temperature control
Good design
Easy enough to use several times every day
We’d actually been looking for something that checked all those boxes for quite a while.
Eventually, we landed on the SAKI Luna Electric Kettle Pro.
Why the SAKI caught my attention
The big one was materials.
SAKI says the Luna’s water-contact components are made from stainless steel, with no plastic or silicone in the water path. That was exactly what I had been looking for.
It also has adjustable temperature control, presets and a temperature-hold function. But the decision wasn’t really about features.
It was about what the hot water was touching.
What I like after the first month
1. No plastic touching the water
This is the main reason we bought it, and so far it’s still the main reason I like it. With our old kettle, my biggest concern was plastic coming into contact with very hot water.
The Luna addresses that concern directly with its stainless-steel water path.
For me, that alone made the swap worthwhile.
2. It looks good on the counter
The Luna is clean, simple and nicely designed. There are several colors available, and it feels like something designed to stay out on the kitchen counter rather than be hidden away.
When you use something several times a day, that matters.
3. Temperature control is useful—even if we barely use it properly
One of our requirements was adjustable temperature because different teas and coffee preparations call for different temperatures. In reality?
We mostly leave ours at 200°F for everything.
4. It’s easier for me to handle
This was an unexpected benefit.
I find the Luna lighter and easier to maneuver than our old OXO. I like the handle, the height and the overall proportions.
Nat’s view is slightly different. He thinks the physical size is fine, but the water capacity occasionally feels a little tight—particularly in the morning when we might need hot water for several things.
That difference is probably useful.
The slightly smaller format can be a benefit if you value easier handling, but a drawback if you regularly boil larger quantities.
5. There seems to be less steam everywhere
Our old OXO seemed to produce a lot of visible steam and condensation beneath the cabinet above it.
With the SAKI, we’ve noticed much less of that. It’s not why we bought the kettle, but in day-to-day use it’s a nice improvement.
Things we noticed
The maximum-fill mark is hard to see — The maximum water level is indicated by a small marking inside the kettle. It’s easy to miss. I’d love to see a more visible way of checking the fill level in a future version—without introducing plastic into the water path.
Metal on metal — When you put the lid on, you can sometimes hear stainless steel scraping against stainless steel. It’s a slightly harsh sound. But this also feels like one of those genuine material trade-offs. If the alternative is introducing plastic or silicone where I specifically don’t want it, I’ll happily take the occasional scrape.
It likes to beep — The Luna beeps when it reaches temperature. It beeps when you remove the kettle. It beeps when you put it back. There is quite a lot of beeping. The sound settings can be adjusted, so this isn’t necessarily something you have to live with.
One small habit change — SAKI recommends emptying the kettle after use to help prevent scale buildup, so we’ve gotten into the habit of leaving ours empty overnight. It’s one extra step, but after dealing with stubborn scale in our old kettle, I’m happy to do it if it helps keep this one cleaner.
The good and the not-so-good
What we like
No plastic or silicone in the water path, according to SAKI
Stainless-steel interior
Attractive design
Multiple color choices
Adjustable temperature
Easy everyday operation
Comfortable handle
Easier for me to lift and pour
Less noticeable steam and condensation
Feels like a quality product
What we’d improve
Maximum-fill mark is hard to see
Metal lid can scrape against the kettle
Lots of beeping by default
Capacity occasionally feels a little small
Premium price
Emptying it every night adds one small step
What about the price?
At around $170 when we bought it, the Luna initially felt expensive for a kettle.
But we’d been looking for a plastic-free option with temperature control for some time, and there simply weren’t many products that checked all of our boxes.
We read customer reviews, dug through Reddit discussions, and looked at the alternatives available in the U.S. The SAKI kept standing out as one of the few options that offered the combination we wanted.
The feedback wasn’t universally positive—long-term durability came up in some owner discussions—which is one reason we’re treating this as an initial finding rather than a final verdict.
So far, though, it feels like good value for us.
LOWTOX FINDING
Promising swap — recommended so far
After about a month, we’re both very happy with the SAKI Luna. Nat would already recommend it. I’m a little more cautious—not because we’ve found a problem, but because one month isn’t enough time to judge long-term durability.
Most importantly, we haven’t discovered anything that makes us regret switching from the OXO.
Our original objective was simple: find an electric kettle we liked using where hot water wasn’t coming into contact with plastic. For me, that’s the biggest win.
WHAT WE’RE STILL WATCHING
Long-term durability, scale buildup, finish wear, and whether we still feel the same way after months of daily use.
Have you found something better?
If you’ve found an electric kettle with a genuinely plastic-free water path that you love, especially one readily available in the U.S., hit reply and tell me what you’re using. I’d love to try the best alternatives we can find.
Sources
SAKI Luna Electric Kettle Pro — official product page / customer reviews
https://sakiproducts.com/products/luna-precision-electric-kettleReddit — SAKI Luna longevity discussion
https://www.reddit.com/r/BuyItForLife/comments/1s9yij7/saki_luna_tea_kettle_longevity/Reddit — Plastic vs. glass kettles
https://www.reddit.com/r/nontoxic/comments/1sl4qov/plastic_vs_glass_kettles/Reddit — Plastic-free kettle options
https://www.reddit.com/r/PlasticFreeLiving/comments/1wbnbw2/kettle/Reddit — Plastic-free electric kettle roundup
https://www.reddit.com/r/PlasticFreeLiving/comments/1qsyhb0/update_i_finally_found_the_definitive_plasticfree/
This is part of This for That, our ongoing series where we replace an everyday product with a lower-tox alternative, live with it, and report back on whether the swap was actually worth making.
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