Best teapot with warmer compared across 6 picks — candle, electric, and built-in warmer bases tested for steady 60-90 minute sessions, plus which to skip.

Best teapot for group of 4 compared across 6 picks — 1000-1500 ml group tier, 4 vessel materials, 4-6 cup family hosting, borosilicate glass to lazy susan ceramic.

Best teapot for two compared across 7 picks — 500-800 ml couples tier, 6 vessel materials, 2-cup capacity for sharing, glass and porcelain, gongfu to Western.

Best teapot with infuser compared across 7 picks — built-in mesh, removable basket, and magnetic drain styles for loose leaf and gongfu tea, capacity 100-1500 ml.