The plastic switch (which has given this brewer its name) activates a stainless steel ball valve that controls the flow of coffee, providing a precise flow rate that allows for consistent and even extraction. The immersion feature gives you a fuller-bodied brew, while the pour-over feature produces a cleaner and lighter cup. For optimal results, combine the two! This was one of the most detailed methods that made the list, requiring not only timed pulse-pouring but also a specified number of circles. This method worked best with the Kalita Wave Pot, due to its ability to use a high flow rate. When using a Fellow Stagg EKG, I was unable to both pour 60g and let it drain down two lines in 15 seconds; by the time I added 60g, it was time to add another 60g. The material doesn’t matter that much, and many elite baristas actually prefer the affordable plastic model. However, my personal favorite is the steel model. It’s the most sturdy of the V60’s and the weight is less than half of the ceramic and glass versions, making it better for thermal stability. Plastic can be a great alternative to ceramic coffee funnels as it weighs less and is very durable. If you plan on bringing your pour over coffee maker on the road, plastic should be on your radar. Plastic used to be seen as inferior compared to some of the more premium materials, but in recent years more well-known coffee experts have started to recommend plastic drippers because they don’t steal any heat from the brew bed.

The ceramic version has three protruding ribs meant to raise the bottom of the filter. These ribs are protruding far enough that you don’t have to worry about the filter getting dragged down to the weight of the slurry. Also, the holes are placed to the side of the ribs, which makes it even more difficult for clogging to happen.

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I personally like to brew with the plastic V60 simply because it’s robust, even if it’s dropped on the floor, it will survive. But if you prefer the other versions, there’s no reason you shouldn’t go for it. Just remember that they do need a little bit more preheating compared to the plastic ones. If a temperature controlled kettle is not available, simply boil a regular kettle and open the lid for 10-15s to allow the temperature to drop The Wave is named after the unique shape of the filter. The idea is that the filter shelters the brew bed from the cone, thus creating a more stable brew temperature and an evenly extracted brew bed.

I love Hario V60’s cone-shaped filters. Nowadays, many more brands produce the cone-shaped filter, but I find that some don’t have the best quality. Unfortunately, Hario doesn’t even create good filters anymore. They used to make some excellent filters, but then they changed factory, and the quality hasn’t been the same ever since. Precision pouring is also a necessity—and the Kalita Wave just so happens to be one of the most accurate (and elegant) kettles on the market. Both of these brewers can make a delicuiys coffee, but they do have a bit different flavor profile. The steel Kalita Wave is beautiful and sturdy, but it’s unpredictable to use. Hario V60 vs Kalita Wave: the Verdict

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Interestingly, this problem varies between the different materials. The stainless steel model uses a set of ridges on the base to keep the filter out of the holes, but they are quite small. The ceramic dripper uses larger ridges, and the glass version has a raised centre; both are less prone to clogging than the stainless and have a faster flow rate. Hario vs Kalita However, the Kalita Wave is definitely a striking and unique design that we have to give the company some credit for. In increments of about 15 seconds, pour 4 installments of 60g of water in 3 concentric circles, from the center to the wall. Between each pour, let the bed fall down two lines on the side of the Kalita. Finish pouring (400g of water) by 2:00 and let drain.

Instead, I’d opt for the ceramic version which has a much more consistent flow rate. The glass model also brews great coffee but it’s very fragile. If you’re just a little bit clumsy – like most of us are in a caffeine-deprived early morning state – then go for the ceramic one. Miir Pourigami: Because it folds flat, this is a great option for travel or camping, but the filter wasn’t stable enough during pouring for everyday use.

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One of the biggest differences between these two coffee makers isn’t even apparent from the brewers themselves, and that’s the type of filters needed for each. Coffee extraction data from a coffee refractometer is recorded to assess any impact the brewer's design has on extraction This coffee dripper can appeal to all levels of coffee drinkers. It has a sophisticated look, and it is easy to operate and use again and again. This smaller coffee dripper might be an excellent choice for someone who only drinks one or two cups of coffee at a time. Read my Clever Coffee Dripper review here. In addition, both I and other homebrewers have noticed that it tends to have clogging issues. This happens when the combined weight of water plus saturated coffee grounds pull the paper filter down so it covers one or more of the drain holes. This is especially prone to happen if you follow a multi-stage pouring recipe (i.e. more than 2-3 pours). Once the gasses have released from the coffee, pour another 50ml at around 30 seconds. The target weight on the scale should be 100g.