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Kalita Wave 35159 Pour Over Coffee Dripper

  • Capacity: 2.5 cups
  • Filter Type: Reusable
  • coffee_filter_size: #4
  • Material: Heat-Resistant Glass

Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

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ASIN: B004R0PFPYCategory: Pour Over Coffee Makers

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Overview

Kalita's Wave dripper pairs a heat-resistant glass carafe with a steel-caged wave filter holder, sized for 2 to 4 cups and sold as a matched set rather than a standalone brewer.

Despite sitting in a coffee machines category, this is a manual pour-over setup, not an automated brewer: there's no motor or electronics, and it relies on Kalita's flat-bottom wave filters and a hand pour.

  • Brews 2 to 4 cups
  • Heat-resistant glass carafe
  • Steel-caged wave filter holder
  • Plastic grip handle

Who it's for

Suits pour-over enthusiasts who want a hands-on brew and are comfortable handling glass. Not for anyone wanting an automated or one-touch coffee maker.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Wave-style flat filter bed for even extraction
  • Carafe and dripper pair for compact storage
Cons
  • Glass carafe and dripper are breakable with regular use
  • Plastic rim can trap water and etch or stain over time
  • Carafe isn't insulated, so a second cup cools while waiting

Performance notes

Brewing is manual: water is poured over grounds sitting on a flat-bottom wave filter, and the wide, flat filter bed is meant to extract more evenly than cone-shaped drippers. One reviewer paired it with a refractometer to fine-tune grind and ratio, while another noted the coffee cools noticeably by the time a second cup is poured since the carafe isn't insulated.

Specifications

BrandKalita
Dimensions & fit
coffee_filter_size#4
Item Weight0.99 poundshigher than 72% of 33 pour over coffee makers
Item Dimensions D x W x H4 × 6 × 7 inches
Capacity & performance
Capacity2.5 cupshigher than 53% of 33 pour over coffee makers
Power & efficiency
Power SourceManual
Wattage150 watts
Construction & materials
MaterialHeat-Resistant Glass
ColorClear
Exterior FinishHeat-Resistant Glass
Compatibility & installation
Human Interface InputTouchscreen
Included components
Customer Package TypeStandard Packaging
Unit Count1
Included ComponentsFilter, Heat-Resistant Glass Brewer/server, Heat-Resistant Glass Dripper, Polypropylene Measuring Spoon, Stainless Steel Filter Holder
Warranty & support
Warranty DescriptionWe are committed to quality, but please contact us if you have any problems, please do not use it.
Other details
Filter TypeReusable
Coffee Maker TypePour Over
Is the item dishwasher safeNo
Coffee Input TypePour Over
Number of Items1
Operation ModeManual
StylePP Band Included
Other Special Features of the ProductThermal
Part Number#35159
Specific Uses For ProductManual Brewing, Single-Serve Coffee
Item Type NameCoffee Brewer
Recommended Uses For ProductBrewing And Serving Coffee
AsinB004R0PFPY
Best Sellers Rank#1,138,396 In Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 In Home & Kitchen) #750 In Coffee Machines
Customer Reviews{'ratings_count': '287', 'stars': '4.5'}
Global Trade Identification Number04901369351597
ManufacturerKalita
Model NameWave Style 185
Model Number35159

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Kalita Wave #35159 an automatic coffee maker?

No, it's a manual pour-over dripper and glass server; water is poured by hand over a flat-bottom wave filter.

How many cups does it brew?

It's sized for 2 to 4 cups per the manufacturer.