Chemex Pour-Over Glass Coffeemaker
- Pour Over Coffee Maker
- Manual
- Pour Over
- Paper
- Better rated than 76%
- More reviewed than 85%
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How it ranks among the 41 pour over coffee makers we track
4.8★ across 6,900 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
6,900 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 41 pour over coffee makers we track - how the scorecard works · full pour over coffee makers data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
Chemex's CM-6A pours coffee through non-porous borosilicate glass rather than plastic, using the brand's patented design and its own bonded filters, which must be bought separately.
Chemex measures its cups at 5 ounces rather than the standard 8, so the 6-cup rating works out closer to a 30-ounce brew than a full pot of drip coffee. The glass body has no metal or plastic parts, and reviewers who switched from Keurig or French press repeatedly point to that as the appeal, along with how well it holds up for reheating leftover coffee. Filters are not included and must be Chemex's own bonded FP-1, FC-100, FS-100, or FSU-100 filters, so factor that into ongoing cost.
- 6-cup capacity (5oz per cup)
- Non-porous borosilicate glass
- Patented pour-over design
- Requires Chemex bonded filters FP-1/FC-100/FS-100/FSU-100
Who it's for
People willing to manage pour speed, grind, and water temperature by hand, often with a gooseneck kettle and a scale for consistency, get the most from this brewer. It is not a fit for anyone wanting a one-button brew with no technique involved.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers who switched from Keurig, French press, or drip machines consistently point to the plastic-free glass build and clean taste as the reason they kept it. Several mention pairing it with a gooseneck kettle for temperature control and a scale to measure coffee and water, suggesting the brewer rewards that extra technique rather than working well on its own.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Glass holds no odors or oil residue between brews
- Coffee can be refrigerated and reheated later
- No plastic or metal touches the coffee
- Simple build with few parts to fail
- Requires Chemex-branded filters, sold separately
- Manual pour technique affects results
- Often paired with a scale and kettle
Specifications
| Brand | Chemex |
|---|---|
| Model | CM-6A |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.4 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 6.3 × 9.6 × 1.3 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Borosilicate Glass |
| Color | Clear |
| Exterior Finish | Clear, Glass |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Coffee Maker Type | Pour Over |
| Filter Type | Paper |
| Coffee Input Type | Loose Grounds |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Coffee Making |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Part Number | CM-6A |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Dishwasher Safe |
| Style | Classic |
| Item Type Name | Chemex 6Cup Classic Series Glass Coffee Maker |
| Specific Uses For Product | Drip Coffee |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pour over coffee makers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemex Pour-Over Glass CoffeemakerThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 6,900 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Kalita - 2001 Kalita 102 Ceramic Dripper Coffee Dipper, whiteKalita | 4.6 / 5 | 4,600 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Hario, V60 Dripper 02 WhiteHario | 4.8 / 5 | 11,800 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Kuissential SlickDrip Pour Over Coffee Dripper-CollapsibleKuissential | 4.6 / 5 | 1,700 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Coffee Gator Pour Over Coffee MakerCoffee Gator | 4.5 / 5 | 8,400 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the Chemex CM-6A
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Are filters included with the Chemex CM-6A?
No, filters are not included. It requires Chemex's own bonded filters, either FP-1, FC-100, FS-100, or FSU-100.
How many actual ounces does the Chemex CM-6A 6-cup size make?
Chemex measures a cup at 5 ounces, so the 6-cup size holds about 30 ounces total, less than six standard 8-ounce mugs.
Can I refrigerate leftover coffee made in the Chemex CM-6A?
Yes, the patented design allows the coffeemaker to be covered and refrigerated for later reheating without losing flavor, per the manufacturer.