Stagg variable temperature control electric kettle (Kickstarter) - Page 3

#21: Post by **dmw010** » December 17th, 2016, 3:01 pm

TomC wrote:No, my questions about the spout design pertained to the Stagg. Sorry if that wasn't clear.

Yes, I saw that, just thought I'd mention it while I was talking about the Bonavita kettle and your unhappiness with PID kettles.

December 17th, 2016, 3:02 pm

CathyWeeks wrote:I'm getting the EKG+ myself. I'd like to get the scale, too, but don't want $250 to hit my account all at once. I'm hoping that they have add-ons that will let me add it to my order at a later time, post-funding.

I didn't really need the bluetooth/app capability, but knew that I might wish to upgrade at some point. Rather spend the extra $40 now, than an additional $200 later.

If the app wasn't only being perfected for the tablet first and was also being simultaneously programmed for a phone, I'd bite.

December 17th, 2016, 6:22 pm

TomC wrote:... The regular Stagg kettle got passed around a lot at local bay area cafes and roasteries with mixed imput about the spout. I've heard a lot of people complain that it dribbles and is harder to aim without gushing flow than other models, but I haven't had any firsthand experience..

The recently introduced Stagg 1.2 (Copper Stagg, Staggs with metal lids) has a modified spout shape (see Prima video for the old version dribbling).

My 1.2 definitely pours better than the kettle in the Prima video. I can still get a dribble, but only one drop/dribble at the tail-end of a very slow pour. Something like the Kono drips method would be challenging. No issue with V60-02, but I have only used it for brewing 500+ ml. Unfortunately, I have no kettle of similar size to compare too (like a Hario). My Monarch Methods kettle and OE 3-4-5 pouring pitcher are subjectively much 'better,' but these are not fair comparisons due to the smaller (about 300 ml) sizes, which allow handle-less designs.

#24: Post by **leon** » December 18th, 2016, 12:17 am

Just saw this newer model of Bonavita PID kettle in a coffee shop here in HK. I'm not sure if it's a new thing, but the first time I have seen it. Price is a bit higher than the older version that they were selling right next to it.

#25: Post by **Bob_McBob** » December 18th, 2016, 2:58 am

There's always the new Hario variable temp kettle. MSRP $185 USD, street price around $130 USD in Japan.

December 18th, 2016, 1:14 pm

leon wrote: I'm not sure if it's a new thing, but the first time I have seen it. Price is a bit higher than the older version that they were selling right next to it.

That look intriguing, especially, if they removed the bit of plastic on the inside, where the handle bolted on to the body.

The only problem? It holds 600 ml. The vast majority of the time, I am brewing with 800 ml of water. That simply wouldn't meet my volume needs.

December 18th, 2016, 1:15 pm

Bob_McBob wrote:There's always the new Hario variable temp kettle. MSRP $185 USD, street price around $130 USD in Japan.

Do you have one? Is there any plastic inside?

December 19th, 2016, 12:48 am

That Hario and updated Bonavita look intriguing.... Anyone know of some possible vendors in the states? Guess I have a bit to decide if I'll stick with the Stagg EKG or go with another brand. Have heard lots of good & bad with the Bonavita kettles currently out there.

December 21st, 2016, 4:11 pm

TomC wrote:No, my questions about the spout design pertained to the Stagg. Sorry if that wasn't clear.

Tom- The revised spout tip and metal lid are miles better on the newer Stagg models, plus with the weight in the handle, the balance is way batter than other kettles I've used. I think you'll find that they, (Fellow) value their customers and will respond to feedback which is why the change was made to the spout tip and lid design. If you are in the Bay Area- FourBarrel has them:)

December 21st, 2016, 7:36 pm

Good to hear. I already have my older Hario goosenecks and the smaller Taiwanese kettles and I'm not looking to add anything else to the massive collection of coffee brewing gadgets ( I'm already trying to get rid of some). But I did recently add this little guy. Hopefully it'll be it for a while.