What makes this different from a Melitta cone that costs $4.95?
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I'm not sure about the particular cone you're referring to, but my guess is the Wave is made of metal. They also use different filters, and the flat bottom of Kalita dripper allows for a super even extraction with very little effort towards that end. I really like mine, if you can't tell.Edit* I didn't realize there would instantly be so many answers to your question, I just got this in my email. Everyone's pretty much said the same thing.
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Depending on who you ask.... The flat bottom cone with three holes promotes a more even water flow through the cone. Additionally, a larger grind setting can be used (therefore reducing chances of particulate passing into the cup... I assume). Most importanly, regardless of the cone, the key to a good and consistent cup is knowing the beans, having a quality grinder (burr), and scale for exactness (obviously there's more but these are a start). Lastly, the stainless steel just looks nice.
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If you're making store bought pre-ground coffee, you won't notice a difference. If you're more of a home brew nut, the kalita has a few advantages like being made of metal rather than plastic. But also the Melitta is a flat bottomed cone design, meaning it will be easier for fines to clog the bottom of the filter, leading to greater immersion time and over-extracted coffee.
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Thanks for the advice, pastry chef. In early March, 2010, I started looking at the Zo X20, and it was $175. Now, late March, it jumped up to $214. That's over 20%. Krazy. I can get it at my local store for that, support a local business, and not pay shipping.
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It takes the flat filter rather than the more "V" shaped Melitta.Just look for that. I use disposables so don't have a brand.
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Apparently the Mr. Coffee Brand 4 cup Permanent Filter is considered and Extra, some models include them. Mine did not. That and Mr. Coffee Brand 4 cup Basket Style Paper filters and coffee scoop can be purchased at 1-800-672-6333. I purchase Melitta Super Premium Coffee Filters 200 per package, $2.59 ( natural). This info is in the Manual that came with my unit. LMG
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I went to Melitta today and ordered two replacement carafes today for $9.99 each. I was thrilled! Here is the link. https://shop.melitta.com/itemdy00.asp?T1=30+644B
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It has a washable mesh filter that works fine for us; we don't use paper filters. I know some people like to use an additional paper filter for flavor. If that's the case, it's the small Melitta cone type (no. 5?); the kind that comes flat but opens into a cone.
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I've got a melitta cone. Love it. I've used (and loved) Chemex, as well as some french presses, and auto-drip systems. The chemex is nice, but the filters are expensive. Auto-drip systems just make bad coffee. It's really hard to get the best taste out of your beans with an autodrip system. The Melitta, on the other hand, does just fine. Here's the thing though: You gotta use the correct amount of coffee. The SCCA recommends ~8 grams per 5 ounces of coffee. I found a lifehacker article that recommends 60 grams per liter. The point is, these people who are making weak coffee have simply discovered that the melitta requires you to use more coffee than an auto-drip maker. Oh yeah, edited to add: It works with folgers or other packaged, pre-ground coffees just fine. Why? Because the "dwell time" on the mellitta is very short compared to auto-drip makers, which actually are doing a terrible job (underheating the water and letting it stay in contact with the grounds too long). If you want strong coffee, use more coffee. I think you'll love what you get. Most people, when you say strong coffee, think BITTER coffee, because that's how it's been made. Someone made a second pot with the old grounds mixed in with some new, or it's been evaporating all day on a burner. Really, what you have there is over-brewed, burned coffee. I think that's the type of coffee these folks were looking for, thus making the melitta taste "weak" in comparison.
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Raffaello has an Almond in the center, with coconut on the outside. Ferrero Rocher has a Hazelnut on the inside with hazelnut chocolate and other pieces of nuts on the outside. So depends on if you like hazelnut or coconut better. They are not the same. I hate coconut and love these.
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I just got a replacement cone (http://www.katom.com/268-17550.html) for my Focus juicer. I paid $25, about 2/3rds of that shipping. It takes two 5/32" Allen wrenches to remove and replace the part. This cone is definitely the weak link in an otherwise robust juice press.
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Did you mean Orange Whip? If so, the difference is about $50.00 as far as I can tell. Any other difference is beyond what I can see.
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I prefer Melitta #4 Bamboo Filters. They're commonly available and cost only a few cents more than the regular brown paper ones. I think they make a slightly cleaner tasting cup of coffee than the regular paper filters.There is a larger version of this that uses #6 filters and has a larger carafe if you want more coffee per pour.If you damage the cone, a replacement cone from Melitta plus shipping costs more than this complete set from Amazon.
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I don't know what you're seeing behind yoru questino. but I will share that I usually pay about $4.50 to $5 a bar. Ten bucks seems too much to me, although it is very good chocolate.
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I am not sure about the size difference but I put the Melitta #4 cone filter inside this for easy clean up and it fits perfectly.
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Hi Hyeyong, I bought two different types one was more like a powder and the other more like cut up into small pieces. I prefer the one cut up which is the one you are looking at. The taste is stronger (maybe fresher) and it is easier to strain than the powder. I do not know what the different prices are about, hope this helps.Erma
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In the stores these are $4 - $5 dollar a bag; this brand is anyway, never tried this product. I wondered why the different price for same products? Is it because of different suppliers? Is this soy?
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Mine came with some #4 Melitta unbleached paper cone filters along with a coupon to buy more. I have not opened it (I already had filters so it wasn't an issue), but it looks like there are about 5 of them. Coffee maker makes great coffee.
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I really don't know but melitta has a good facebook page or you could check their website website for customer service.