The Proctor Silex 48507PS is a compact 0.95 L kettle in white plastic with a PFAS-free nonstick coating, rated at 1000 W and priced at $27.95. It earns 4.4 stars from 2,800 reviewers with 32 buyers in the past month.
Solo users or couples who only need one or two mugs of hot water at a time and want a small, light kettle that sits unobtrusively on the counter. The white finish and compact 6.5 x 9 x 6.7 inch footprint work well in smaller kitchens.
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If you regularly boil water for more than two people at once, the 0.95 L capacity will require multiple refills. Also pass if you want a stainless or glass interior, this is a plastic kettle throughout.
Capacity 0.95 L
Carafe / container Kettle
Wattage 1000 W
Material Plastic
Finish Pfas-Free Nonstick Coating
Color White
Priced 24% below the category median ($36.99 across 92 tracked models)
Capacity of 0.95 L - smaller than 88% of the 93 models we track
Wattage of 1000 W - lower than 80% of the 93 models we track
Our scorecard
4.4/5overall
Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 2,800 owner ratings
Popularity3.2/5
2,800 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other coffee makers, kettles and brewers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
At 0.95 L, the Proctor Silex 48507PS falls just under the one-liter mark, making it one of the smaller kettles in the category. That is a practical size for a single person who wants hot water for one or two cups without boiling a full 1.7 L each time. The tradeoff is obvious if your household needs more volume.
The 1000 W rating is on the lower end for electric kettles. Combined with the smaller capacity, heat times are reasonable, a 0.95 L fill at 1000 W boils faster than a large vessel would at the same wattage. At 1.8 lb the kettle is noticeably light, easy to lift and pour.
Notable on the spec sheet is the PFAS-free nonstick coating, which signals Proctor Silex is addressing concerns about per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. The white color and clean lines give it an approachable look. At $27.95 with 32 recent buyers and a strong 4.4-star average, it has real traction for what it is: a straightforward small kettle at a fair price.
Pros
PFAS-free nonstick coating, a meaningful distinction from most budget kettles
Light at 1.8 lb and compact at 6.5 x 9 x 6.7 in
4.4-star rating from 2,800 reviews with active recent sales
White finish fits a wide range of kitchen styles
Reasonable price at $27.95 for the quality level
Cons
0.95 L capacity is too small for households of three or more
1000 W is below average, slower than 1500 W competitors
Plastic construction with no glass or stainless interior
Performance notes
1000 W element, 0.95 L plastic body with PFAS-free nonstick interior coating. Operates at 120 V. Weight of 1.8 lb is very light. At this wattage and volume, boil times are moderate, faster than low-wattage large-volume kettles but not as quick as 1500 W models.
What buyers say
The 4.4-star average from 2,800 reviewers and 32 last-month purchases show consistent, modest demand. Buyers appear satisfied with the compact format and easy handling. The small capacity and plastic build are expected tradeoffs at this price that most buyers seem to accept going in.
What does PFAS-free mean on the Proctor Silex 48507PS?
It means the nonstick coating does not contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, a class of chemicals that have raised health concerns. The kettle uses an alternative coating formulation.
Is 0.95 L enough for a family?
At roughly 3 to 4 cups per fill, it is tight for a family. It suits one or two people comfortably. Families would be better served by a 1.7 or 1.8 L model.
Does the 48507PS have a temperature selector?
No. It boils water to a full boil and shuts off automatically. There are no adjustable temperature settings.
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