Best Glass Teapots With Infuser (2025 Buyer’s Guide)
Looking for a glass teapot with infuser? We tested popular borosilicate pots across sizes and basket types to find the easiest to brew and clean.
Below are quick picks, a comparison table, and advice on stainless vs glass baskets. For non-infuser models, see our full glass teapot collection.
Quick Picks
- Best overall (daily): 700 ml — Stainless Mesh
- Best for blooming tea: 1000 ml — Glass Basket
- Best stovetop-safe: 800 ml — Borosilicate, Glass
- Best Japanese-style: Side-Handle — Glass Basket
- Best compact: 350 — Stainless Mesh
Comparison Table
| Model | Capacity (ml) | Infuser | Stovetop-safe | Lid fits w/o basket | Notes | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 700 ml Mesh Teapot | 700 | Stainless mesh | No | Yes | Daily driver, fast pour | $55.99 |
| 1000 ml Glass Basket | 1000 | Glass basket | Yes | Yes | Blooming tea showpiece | $48.99 |
| 800 ml Stovetop-Safe | 800 | Glass basket | Yes | Yes | Direct heat (low–med) | $32.99 |
| Side-Handle Kyusu-Style | 500 | Glass basket | No | Yes | Green tea specialist | $39.99 |
| Compact 350 ml | 350 | Stainless mesh | No | Yes | Solo/office | $23.99 |
How to Choose
- Basket type: Mesh for fine leaf; glass for neutral taste & presentation.
- Capacity: 300–500 ml solo; 600–800 ml daily; 1000–1500 ml for guests/blooming.
- Heat: Only pots marked stovetop-safe go on direct heat (low–med).
- Lid fit: If you sometimes free-steep, pick a model whose lid fits without the basket.
Mini Reviews
700 ml Glass Teapot — Stainless Mesh
Why we like it: fast pour, fine filtration, easy cleanup. Great “first teapot” size.
1000 ml Glass Teapot — Glass Basket
Why we like it: gorgeous for blooming tea and sharing; glass basket keeps flavor neutral.
800 ml Stovetop-Safe Mesh Teapot
Why we like it: warm directly on low heat with a diffuser; perfect for black/herbal teas.
Side-Handle, Fine Mesh
Why we like it: kyusu-style control for green tea; balanced one-hand pour.
Care Tips
- Rinse mesh/basket immediately; weekly baking-soda soak removes tannin stains.
- Avoid thermal shock; pre-warm the pot with warm water before brewing.
FAQ
Glass vs stainless infuser? See our full guide: Glass vs Stainless Infuser.
What size should I buy? Use our glass teapot size guide (300–1500 ml table).
Stovetop-safe? Read: Is my glass teapot stovetop-safe?
Ready to brew? Explore all glass teapots with infuser or browse our full glass teapot range.