The best pour over coffee makers in 2024!

[@CaveyMoth]

Your immercolation Hario switch recipe is my favorite coffee brewing method! Except I split the first pour halfway between a 45 second bloom pour, and then a regular pour. There's more juiciness and acidity this way, and that's just how I like my coffee the most.

[@jazzynotjeff]

For me, the Clever dripper is the winner. I love the gasket and the ability to remove the dripper and set it on the counter without spills/drips. Also works for immersion/drip as you can pause and steep before draw down. Great for people with bad grinders, or someone who likes the strength of a french press but without the mud.

[@CaveyMoth]

I'm getting a clever dripper to use at work. I can't wait to try it! Have you ever had it stall when draining through the bed of coffee?

[@braxtonjens7839]

@@CaveyMoth Always add water first, then coffee. This drastically reduces clogging

[@simply_psi]

I love my Clever Dripper, no need for a goose neck kettle, that are expensive and more unreliable than $30 kettle, it is easy to use as a conventional Dripper if you prefer but for the morning you can get a loverly French press style coffee without the grit and it is less fiddly than an Aeropress. I use an Orea V3 for travel, and if I want to make a very high-quality coffee like Geishia.

[@LilyWillow22]

The black version of the steel V60 is incredible

[@elena911000]

LilyWillow22, would you please give more details about this version you are talking about. In amazon there is the brand Hario V60 matte black.

[@adriennecaldwelldogtraining]

Thanks. I'm convinced. I'm getting the V60. I take a lot of cream in my French Roast so heat retention is important.

[@JusBThankful]

Enjoy the content. Underrated channel, but maybe that's because you seem to actually know what you're talking about based on fine observation, challenging new ideas and coming up with your own techniques with sound rationale. I appreciate the great content!

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks for the kind words, Justin!

[@JusBThankful]

@@coffeechronicler you're welcome!

[@LanceHedrick]

Seems a bit.... aggressive to other creators. But all good!

[@JusBThankful]

@@LanceHedrick hmmmmm. Yeah, I can understand what you mean. That may have come across as a bit jaded and heavy handed. Oddly when I wrote this, I thought to myself "I hope Lance doesn't see this and think I'm talking about him". Didn't even know you popped on this channel LOL. I will say MOST coffee channels don't give that vibe, relative to other industries on YT and social media. I'll give you that. I guess I'm speaking more to YT in general, as well as where (I fear and hopefully am wrong) the coffee social media space is going in general. Your channel on particular is a standout, but as I mentioned back in Feb on the HB forum in a post that you commented on "Lance Hedrick and other coffee influencers" in defense of your channel the following: "I always look forward to your videos, especially in the new studio. And how much time you spend genuinely answering folks in the comments section, in detail. And guess what? If it compensates you in some way directly or indirectly and you are still genuine in your approach, great. More power to you. I think people want some retired billionaire with unlimited time to review every esoteric coffee device that hits the market. Not happening." With that said, maybe I came across a little harsh, and as a result I will clean up my post. I just want the space to remain as (reasonably) genuine as possible.

[@LanceHedrick]

@@JusBThankful haha for sure. It just seemed targeted at other creators in this space whom I think are solid peeps. Creator solidarity? Lol Thanks for the response! And yeah! Love chronicles' stuff

[@roberthenrypoet]

That foldable / travel dripper looks really interesting! I'm still using my reliable plastic V60 for pourovers; perhaps one day I'll experiment with different materials. Good video Chronicler. :)

[@BrucePappas]

Hario Switch Size 3 (larger). Love your hybrid recipe!

[@ciruscoffee4290]

Hi, love the origami for his versatility

[@luizdca]

Talking about fast drippers, what about the OREA V3? What you think about that one?

[@erwinutomo3003]

You should try Marna "Ready to" conical dripper (they also produce a paper filter with the same name). For me it is the best dripper in terms of ease of use & consistency. You just need to do blooming with circular pour & then center pour. I have tried so many coffee beans, from Kenyan washed to Colombian Gesha and the result is very consistent. Great clarity, amazing layer and all the notes are present. It's pretty cheap around $15 and the paper filter is at the same price as Hario

[@coffeechronicler]

I wasn't aware of that one but looks very unique. Will probably pick it up at some point.

[@erwinutomo3003]

@@coffeechronicler I use it as my daily dripper, I think you should be impressed too

[@risktrader3821]

tsubame is also fast, the filter is elevated and the circular bump on the bottom is for when its really heavy to support the filter and not clog the holes on the sides of the brewer. i have both b75 and tsubame, love both of them but for health reasons i use the metal Tsubame more than the plastic B75.

[@TZerot0]

This video marks the fact that you've become my favorite coffee content creator

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@TheJamesMReid]

I like this video. I'll be referring back as time goes for tips. I also can't recommend the switch high enough. Getting some really great coffee with this one. Also was a game changer when brewing Robusta coffee

[@loriosterweil982]

I have the Oxo that does the work for me and it always makes delicious coffee.

[@cha1ny104]

Can you try and fit the metal V60 into the switch base and let me know if it fits please? Thank you 🙌

[@jatinthebox8574]

Good video and I bought a Switch based on your advice which I really like. Mugen also fits it perfectly.

[@josephjankowski1153]

For me, having the Switch makes my standard V60 obsolete. I can still do a standard V60 pour over in the Switch without using the immersion option if desired, so it serves a dual purpose. No need for a second V60. One conical brewer to rule them all! Though, that Tetra does look like a nice option for backpacking. I hadn't seen that before.

[@BatPotatoes]

The metal v60 was my first pourover device. It was my daily driver for a few years, but after your previous recommendations for the cafec flower, I occasionally revisit the v60 but quickly go back to the flower. The v60 by comparison has too aggressive of an acidity & flatter aromatic notes. The Hario switch is interesting but I'd rather they have made it a device you could attach to the bottom of a glass or metal v60, ones with the removable base. Being able to swap between the 02 & 03 sizes with one switch base would have been a much more attractive idea

[@coffeechronicler]

You can use the same Switch base with both 02 and 03. But yes it would be cool if it was also sold as a "modular" add-on for the people who already have detachable cone.

[@dennischiapello3879]

@@coffeechronicler I second that. I Switch cone got a chip and crack in it (from an accidental drop) and I haven't been able to order a replacement cone. I might eventually spring for a new device, but I hate wasting a base.

[@Taiinwashington]

@@dennischiapello3879 I heard the Hario Mugen fits on the switch base.

[@Manatti06]

Interesting that he chose this as #1 vs, or over the cafec flower. Hopefully he can answer this :)

[@xenodrake4008]

Nice video! I'm super curious if the nextlevel pulsar would make it into the list nowdays. Another advantage of the metal v60: it perfectly fits the hario switch. So you can get the 02 metal and 03 switch, and change cones for when you travel, for instance, so that its smaller and sturdier

[@TheScottishoats]

It would be interesting to review and compare the Hario V60 with the Melitta filter system. Any possibility of doing that? As always, I enjoy and appreciate your fine content. Gut gemacht!

[@SeanGordon-ym4yf]

Great video! The Kono MDK-21 is my personal favorite conical dripper. Still patiently waiting for the B75 to arrive in Canada...

[@Hoshino2006]

yes !! Kono MDK-21 is perfect.

[@Java_CM]

nice! I wish Kalita released a new version of the ceramic wave with the Tsubame design, unlikely though lol. Ill probably pick up a steel V60 and Tsubame 155 next year.

[@masudashizue777]

I've been using a Hario V60 and been having trouble keeping the coffee from turning lukewarm, which has forced me to start with boiling water. I wonder if this is causing the slight bitterness in the flavor?

[@MiTorito1]

The question I have is where do you buy quality coffee beans? What do you look in a coffee brand? How can we know the farmers aren’t getting screwed by corporations? I’d really appreciate your input

[@bentol86]

Another awesome upload. I enjoyed your vlog immensely. It is a lot of fun. Thank you so much for sharing. I wish you your continuing success. 👍316

[@TheMrJuhis]

Great video. Maybe I will purchase the hario switch some time soon. I bought a kalita wave a while ago, yet after using it for a while, i still gravitate towards the v60 when i want to brew something light roasted. Intrigued to buy the gabi master B to go with the brewers.

[@ccbroughton4]

the mk dripper is really good and feels like the evolution of the Kalita.

[@coffeechronicler]

It's a beautiful thing, but I like products that don't require a waiting list :)

[@ccbroughton4]

@@coffeechronicler haha fair enough

[@davidmcgavin]

Just wondering why you stated that the Clever Dripper is “more a steep first brewer”? I use your wonderful Hario Switch recipe with the Clever and it works perfectly. (I suppose you could argue that it’s a minor inconvenience having to lift the Clever off the carafe after the first stage then having to replace it for the final drawdown).

[@JodySeltzer]

Have you tested the Orea v3? Wondering if that would make the list. The Orea is getting a lot of praise.

[@mikecanniff3873]

What about Melitta drippers? Many options, been around longer than most others. Very easy to use. I love mine,I have the porcelain one hole,#4 filter. Perfect coffee everyday.

[@Audiophile_Maniac]

I think the Melitta pour over system is the best, after all the method was first invented by Ms Melitta. I was using a ceramic Bonavita #4 cone, and a hybrid Bonavita #4 cone with a stop switch. Now I am using a ceramic Cilio #4 cone, which basically is a Melitta system with 3 holes. The flow rate is about the same as a Hario V60. I have a ceramic Hario V60 02, but I am not using it because it is limited to brew no more than 30g of coffee. The Hario V60 03 is made of plastics, and I hate plastics. Besides, the Melitta Bamboo filters are the best, in terms of odorless and flow rate.

[@kajakawa]

Maybe I'm just old school (Okay, I am old school), but what about the Melitta? Admittedly it's all I've ever used. I've commented before on another video that as a kid in the 70s, that's all we had, so I just went with it. Is the Melitta like the 1911 perhaps: dated and improved upon, but still loved by many and with an important historical contribution? Perhaps the ones you've shown are significantly better. I'm just curious how the old Melitta compares.

[@coffeechronicler]

It can still produce tasty cups, just tends to mute acidity a bit more due to its slower flow rate.

[@henryl.4999]

This is probably your best video so far, I really enjoyed watching it. And I am actually looking for a new filter for my travels. I was thinking about getting the Hario V60, but might choose the Tetra Drip instead. Which size do you have? The 1.5 or 3.5 cup version?

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks for the kind words, Henry. I use the biggest version of the Tetra.

[@coffeechronicler]

*Detailed Guide and Blog Post* ➡coffeechronicler.com/gear/manual-brewing/best-pour-over-coffee-maker/

[@JuliusSP1]

Orea v3? With the specific filters and the negotiator I'd be interested to see how it compares to the Timemore

[@hookedonwood5830]

Switch is my daily driver - so many ways to modify the brew. Waiting for my b75 just ordered from Alibaba yesterday so perfect timing. - tried to order an orea but gave up. Number of V60's as well. Like both Hario, Cafec and Kinto. still missing trying a Kalita - but will have the stainless steel on my list for next addition.

[@coffeechronicler]

Good collection. If you're mainly brewing smaller batches, you a might not need the Kalita when you have a B75.

[@robojimtv]

I managed to order an Orea while it's in stock but the limited availability is a problem for sure.

[@hookedonwood5830]

@@robojimtv I had one on the card from the UK site but when checking out it refused to ship to my location.. (Denmark).. Tried a few times and gave up.

[@zhezpac]

Hey Asser! Thanks for the great video. Could you please someday share a video recipe with Timemore B75, there are no one whatsoever on KZbin or Reddit

[@KorokIV]

B75 seems to have some material problems, according to some Chinese users' feedback, the base of B75 may be deformed after use at high temperatures or cleaning in boiling water

[@coffeechronicler]

Haven't heard or seen anything like that, will keep an eye on the situation.

[@Llaammiill]

Do you find it necessary to preheat the steel v60 when using lighter roasts? And if so what is your go to method of preheating?

[@coffeechronicler]

Not really, but when I rinse the paper filter the dripper will get preheated a bit. Generally, I only think ceramic and heavy glass drippers require preheating.

[@Llaammiill]

@@coffeechronicler That is perfect to know, thank you for the answer. I have not had enough experience with different materials. Do you know if there is a heat retention difference between the matt black (coated) V60 and the pure metal?

[@Manatti06]

Interesting you chose this as the #1 over the cafec flower. Didnt you recommend the cafec flower in another one? thanks

[@coffeechronicler]

Cafec Flower is also great and in side by side comparisons can feel more balanced and suitable for fruity coffees, whereas V60 will enhance lower-scoring and more developed roasts with its unique acidity. For that reason I think the V60 is the better choice for the average user. However, all cone shaped drippers will have a lot in common, so in the end practical aspects such as material become the deciding factor, and steel is the better option for me.

[@Waisonian]

Great vid! Question, what are your thoughts on the Miir Pourigami that's similar to the Tetra?

[@coffeechronicler]

Yeah, a bit too much creative inspiration with that one. Never tried it, though.

[@RolledLs]

Kalita wave

[@alexlazaridisf.7276]

Can you do a video on the Cera filter?

[@al_senn]

First time viewer. Really appreciate your knowledge and no nonsense presentation. Subscribed 👍

[@saltysealion]

Do you need a v60 when you have the switch?

[@AnaerobicFermentation]

You can use the metal v60 with the switch as well if you remove the silicone base.

[@coffeechronicler]

In my experiments, it's leaking a bit. I can get it to work with the Mugen, though.

[@AnaerobicFermentation]

@@coffeechronicler Hmm. I only ever tried to one time but it did not leak for me. I'll try again, perhaps I didn't notice it.

[@coffeechronicler]

@@AnaerobicFermentation There might be different versions of the steel V60 as well. Mine has a more square-ish design at the bottom, which doesn't form a complete seal with the silicone base.

[@carlhormes7695]

@@coffeechronicler how is your experience with the Mugen combined with the switch? any thoughts, upsides and downsides? I think about buying a Mugen and combine it with my Switch to skip preheating.

[@sinefabula]

Can you put that steel V60 into the Switch base like you do with the Mugen? Would be another great option for the Switch.

[@coffeechronicler]

Unfortunately doesn't seal completely.

[@mynameissang]

Hello, I am wondering if you've ever noticed that specifically the plastic and ceramic (I think?) 02 V60s notably have shorter short ribs; you can see in your video, in fact, that the plastic 02 V60 has the short ribs that come down only to the 3rd "ring" from the bottom, while the metal 02 V60 looks like it comes down closer to the 2nd "ring." Especially in smaller brews, I feel like the extra ribs provided by the extended short ribs must make a difference in the level of bypass. Interestingly, the glass 02 V60 actually looks like it also has the extended short ribs, unlike the other materials; and even more interestingly, the 03 size in all materials also seems to have the short ribs extend all the way down to the 2nd rib. Hario's design decisions here really confuse me, and I was wondering if that creates any difference due to a possible extra level of bypass.

[@superpogs]

Question: Does the Steel V60 fit in the Hario Switch base? Thank you.

[@coffeechronicler]

It does not... Hario Mugen fits, though

[@JE11OW]

Thanks for the video! I always go to my kalita wave for an easy, no frills brew. I've been following the Onyx recipe for years. Wondering if you have a recipe you like with your kalita wave to share? :)

[@coffeechronicler]

Yes, I have a video from a few years back with a recipe I still use frequently. If you don't have a Gabi B, you can just pour carefully at the last step.

[@Wheresthesoul]

Nice video and interesting to here other peoples opinions. Im designing a dripper based on my 20+ years of roasting and brewing. Its been in the R&D stage for 10 years. Its basically taking everything into account from all 18 drippers i own and putting the best features into one. But also concentrating on probably the most underrated aspect of drippers the experience and aesthetics. If companies think about this it only an afterthought by slapping on different colours. If your interested in checking it out ill definitely reach out to you.

[@UA8JK]

Definitely curious to see what you come up with.

[@ronaldreid2185]

The Hario woodneck cloth filter dripper would have made it onto my list. It's doing something different because the cloth filters allow more of the oils through, which adds a different dimension to the cup. Perhaps that's not everyone's taste, but it's one of my favourite brewers.

[@ronaldreid2185]

Oh, and the drawdown on the cloth filter is faster than a paper filter, which is great.

[@coffeechronicler]

It's definitely up there, I also love it.

[@wyocoyotewyocoyote9007]

Man my Clever has been my goto for years, and prefer the grinds over water technique. BUT just got a CHEAP Oxo single dripper. Only thing special is it innovative "reservoir" which has some holes in it. When you pour your hot water it controls the flow. This "topper" is very simple indeed and I am making fantastic coffee rivalling ANY other dripper, pour over device, and method I have yet to try. 17 bucks on the web.........OXO Brew Single Serve Pour-Over Coffee Maker, 12 ounces.......Oxo does a good job of making good enough products that aren't too spendy. Stoked on this new coffee toy!

[@headachementor]

What do you think of the new Cafec 27 tall dripper???? for an single person.

[@coffeechronicler]

I haven't tried it yet, but definitely will at some point!

[@headachementor]

does the physics make sense to you? i am so tempted @@coffeechronicler Just discovering my desire to savor the process and small dose! Thanks so much for a great presentation

[@jamesbrightman3997]

Asser, regarding filter choices for all these cone drippers, do you still recommend the standard Cafec Abaca ones? Or do you think it's advantageous to use Cafec's light/med/dark options? I'm currently using the older untabbed V60 filters from Hario but am considering Cafec for the next purchase.

[@coffeechronicler]

I strongly dislike the light roast papers from Cafec. The dark roasts are okay. The medium roast is probably my favorite but the Abaca is still great.

[@jamesbrightman3997]

@@coffeechronicler so you would use the med over the Abaca on a light roast too?

[@coffeechronicler]

@@jamesbrightman3997 Currently, yes. Might change my mind about it if you ask me in a few months though :)

[@jamesbrightman3997]

@@coffeechronicler haha, thanks!

[@robojimtv]

@@coffeechronicler is there a diff between Abaca and Abaca+?

[@kalaribabak9006]

orea v3 polycarbonate

[@painpeace3619]

Funnel is smiling at your v60

[@waterballoonfighter]

Ville du anbefale Kalita Wave Tsubame i kobber? 👀 eller kun den i stål?

[@coffeechronicler]

Har ikke så meget erfaring med versionen i kobber. Men tror ikke der er den store forskel.

[@waterballoonfighter]

@@coffeechronicler Tak for svar! Jeg tror jeg bestiller den i kobber fra den japanske Amazon, den er altså bare køn at se på.

[@TheIkubaru]

Would love to see tricolate among them. I think it is great for both home usage and traveling. I can brew 1 litre of coffee using the travel case as a server. It is very capable brewer. I would love to see you compare the upcoming brewer called nextlevel pulsar with tricolate. Btw, can you combine steel v60 with the switch base? It would be more versatile than a glass hario switch imo

[@nomikos_]

The metal is too thin and can't form a seal and it leaks out. I bought them with this idea in mind and it doesn't work haha...

[@TheIkubaru]

@@nomikos_ that is sad, what a missed opportunity haha

[@coffeechronicler]

@@nomikos_ My experience too

[@coffeechronicler]

Tricolate is in a different experimental category for me, so wouldn't include it here. But yes, also curious about how it stacks up against the new Pulsar.

[@coffeechronicler]

Do you agree, or did I miss something among my top picks? 🤔

[@peterr8538]

Totally disagree 😂 1* I'd pick april (resin) as the king of the flatbottom(maybe in competition wilth the timemore), 2* the hario switch as the OG conical, with the opportunity of closing it if you want that control, 3* and the origami for both filters and freedom, there's even silicone copies now that I love even more even though its against my princips. Might take a look at one of the tetradribs one day 😊

[@mateherbay2289]

What about Kono dripper? In my opinion, it is much like V60 but better.

[@coffeechronicler]

@@mateherbay2289 It's a cool little thing, I have had a couple of them over the years. But in the end, they get cracks and don't produce quite the same vibrancy for me as other cone-shaped drippers.

[@jamesbrightman3997]

I would second the Kono, as I've really enjoyed the recipes on that dripper from Lance Hedrick

[@mateherbay2289]

@@jamesbrightman3997 works for me with James Hoffmann's single cup recipe as well.

[@ctdeaf]

How about blue bottle dripper? I was going to buy it based on your review but it's not even in your top 5.

[@coffeechronicler]

It's in that massive category of honorable mentions that I also have in my collection. It's still solid, there are just a couple of flat bottoms I enjoy more.

[@jacobbellman9832]

No Orea!??

[@noahdurbin]

Plastic v60 better for thermal properties

[@LilyWillow22]

Have you tried the origami air?

[@dimaangert]

I have the original ceramic one and the air. For some reason I don't like the air, it tends to produce a dry and thin cup for me.

[@coffeechronicler]

Only tried the original ceramic, but the Air has the same issues as that due to its lack of base.

[@danielwolman]

No orea v3?

[@coffeechronicler]

No, I'm perfectly fine with B75

[@brmbltbr4]

09:19 silicone on silly cone!

[@sunnyliu3046]

I would say Origami should have a position...😀

[@coffeechronicler]

They will to come up with a fixed base first :)

[@Lovepreet_Singh93]

I just eat ground coffee and drink boiling water immediately after that. Believe me guys, it is the easiest way to have caffeine in your system. 🙃🙃

[@pukki92]

Better solution is to buy Clever and plastic v60. It will cost less money, and in clever we can brew mor coffee. Filters for Clever are also cheaper. But if we want one device, Hario Switch will be best option

[@coffeechronicler]

2020-me would have agreed with this.

[@jdgordon194]

I have a Switch, a plastic v60 and a Clever. Switch is great but preheating is a necessity and I don't have the patience/time in my groggy morning state. V60 makes wonderful coffee and I may use it on weekends or lazy mornings. The Clever has become my daily driver - no preheating, remarkably simple and the coffee is repeatably delicious.

[@robojimtv]

I want to see a plastic Switch

[@Sandman9811]

I am getting Chris Evans (Capt. America) vibes from you 😁

[@kalaribabak9006]

♥️🥇

[@jumbo_mumbo1441]

Ceramic v60 gang

[@Manatti06]

Over metal why so?

[@jumbo_mumbo1441]

@@Manatti06 it doesn't impart flavors and is classy AF

[@tamiboelter5491]

You are very handsome

[@RockSleeper]

That tetra drip is way overpriced. It's a real shame, like it's obtainable but over $20 for 3 flat pieces of plastic that probably costs a penny to make is major grift vibes. I'll just make my own.