The Kalita #35163 is a ceramic manual dripper with a reusable filter, priced at $15.59. It holds a 4.4-star rating from 1,300 reviews, which is a reasonable track record for a budget-tier pour-over at this price.
Budget-conscious buyers who want a ceramic dripper without ongoing filter costs. The reusable filter makes the total cost of ownership lower over time, and the ceramic material retains heat better than plastic alternatives during the brew.
Skip if
You want dishwasher-safe cleanup. The Kalita #35163 is listed as not dishwasher safe. Also skip if you need a single-serve option measured in cups since no capacity spec is listed.
Type Drip Coffee Machine
Coffee input Ground_Coffee
Filter Reusable
Operation Manual
Material Ceramic
Dishwasher safe No
Priced 40% below the category median ($25.99 across 41 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.4/5overall
Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 1,300 owner ratings
Popularity3.0/5
1,300 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other coffee makers, kettles and brewers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
At $15.59, the Kalita #35163 is one of the more affordable ways to get into ceramic pour-over brewing. Ceramic holds heat during the pour better than plastic, which is a practical benefit when precision brewing temperature matters to you.
The reusable filter means you avoid the ongoing cost and waste of paper filters. This also results in a cup with more coffee oils in it, giving the brew a slightly heavier body compared to paper-filtered methods.
The 4.4-star rating from 1,300 buyers puts it solidly in acceptable territory without reaching the top ratings of premium options. The not-dishwasher-safe designation is the main daily inconvenience to factor in. At 5.4 x 5.5 x 8.4 inches, the footprint is moderate.
Pros
Affordable at $15.59
Ceramic construction retains heat during brewing
Reusable filter included, no paper filter cost
1,300 reviews at 4.4 stars shows decent buyer confidence
Cons
Not dishwasher safe, hand wash required
No capacity data available
4.4 stars is good but not at the top tier for pour-over drippers
Performance notes
Manual drip operation using ground coffee and a reusable filter. Ceramic construction at 5.4 x 5.5 x 8.4 in. No wattage, no voltage, no electrical components. Not dishwasher safe.
What buyers say
With 1,300 reviews at 4.4 stars, buyers generally find this dripper acceptable for the price. The rating suggests some mixed experiences but nothing severe enough to drag down consensus significantly.
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