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Kalita Wave Dripper 155 series glass [1-2 person] # 05045
- Pour Over Coffee Maker
- 1
- 2.8 ounces
- #2
A well-made, consistent brewer for one cup at a time, but confirm the 155 size fits your mug and pour patience before ordering.
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How it ranks among the 41 pour over coffee makers we track
4.5★ across 781 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
781 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
155+ bought on Amazon 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
Kalita's flat-bottom wave filter design sets the 155 dripper apart from cone-shaped pour-over brewers, in a heat-resistant glass body sized for 1 to 2 cups.
- Sized for 1 to 2 person brewing
- Heat-resistant glass body
- Flat-bottom wave filter design
- 4.1 inch holder diameter
Who it's for
Suits pour-over drinkers making a single cup at a time with 15 to 16 grams of coffee, who want consistent extraction without much technique. Not a fit for anyone wanting to brew for two full mugs at once or who finds multiple small pours tedious, since the larger 185 model exists for that.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers who compared it directly to a V60 say the wave design gives more consistent extraction with less technique required, and describe cleanup as easy. The most repeated criticism is size: several buyers found the 155 too small even for a single mug, requiring 5 to 7 separate pours, and recommend the larger 185 model if that sounds tedious. One reviewer also noted the black base has no window, making it hard to judge how full the cup is getting.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Flat-bottom wave design gives consistent extraction
- Glass body keeps taste clean without plastic contact
- Easy to clean between brews
- Very small, often needing 5 to 7 pours per cup
- No window in the base to check fill level
- Fragile if dropped on a hard surface
Performance notes
Water is added in a series of small pours rather than one continuous stream, letting the grounds bloom and drain evenly through the flat-bottom wave filter before the next pour. The flat bottom reduces the channeling that can happen with cone drippers, which is why some reviewers who also own a V60 say this produces more consistent results with less fuss. The glass body doesn't transfer much heat, so the water going into the grounds stays close to pouring temperature.
Specifications
| Brand | Kalita |
|---|---|
| Model | #05045 |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Item Weight | 2.8 ounces |
| coffee_filter_size | #2 |
| Included Components | No |
| Item Type Name | Coffee Dripper |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kalita Wave Dripper 155 series glass [1-2 person] # 05045This product | 4.5 / 5 | 781 | 4.2 / 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 |
| Cosori Pour Over Coffee Maker with Double Layer Stainless Steel FilterCosori | 4.7 / 5 | 6,600 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the Kalita #05045
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Kalita Wave 155 big enough for two cups?
It's sized for 1 to 2 people, but several reviewers found it too small even for one full mug, needing multiple pours; Kalita's larger 185 model suits bigger batches.
How is the wave dripper different from a V60?
Its flat bottom distributes water more evenly over the grounds than a V60's cone shape, which reviewers say produces more consistent results with less pouring technique.
What is the 155 made of?
The body is heat-resistant glass with a separate holder base; reviewers note it's lightweight but has held up well if not dropped on a hard surface.