Brewista Artisan Variable Gooseneck vs Fellow Stagg EKG

Winner
Brewista Artisan Variable Gooseneck
Brewista
Artisan Variable Gooseneck
$160 Mid-Range
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Fellow Stagg EKG
Fellow
Stagg EKG
$179 Mid-Range
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Artisan Variable Gooseneck · 2 4 TIES 1 · Stagg EKG
The verdict

The Brewista Artisan is the better buy for most pour-over brewers: more capacity, an LCD display, and $19 less than the EKG. Choose the Fellow EKG for its cleaner industrial design and brand reputation.

Spec face-off

Bars scaled to the higher value. Coloured = wins that spec.

Artisan Variable Gooseneck
Stagg EKG
1 L
Capacity
0.9 L
1,200 W
Power
1,200 W
1.2 kg
Weight
1.1 kg

Full specifications

Spec
Artisan Variable Gooseneck
Stagg EKG
Price
$160
$179
Capacity
1 L
0.9 L
Power
1,200 W
1,200 W
Weight
1.2 kg
1.1 kg
Temp Control
Yes
Yes
Hold Temp
Yes
Yes
Gooseneck
Yes
Yes
Display
LCD
analog dial

Strengths & weaknesses

Brewista Artisan Variable Gooseneck
Brewista Artisan Variable Gooseneck
Strengths
1.0L capacity covers a full 6-cup Chemex brew (900ml) in a single fill
LCD digital display reads in 1°C increments
Variable temperature range 60-100°C in 1°C steps
Trade-offs
Handle ergonomics are functional but not counterbalanced
Brewista's brand recognition is lower than Fellow in US specialty coffee retail
Spout tip diameter is approximately 5-6mm
Fellow Stagg EKG
Fellow Stagg EKG
Strengths
3-4mm gooseneck tip diameter is the tightest precision pour tip of any electric kettle in production
Counterbalanced handle positions center of gravity directly above the grip
PID temperature control maintains target within ±1°C throughout the 60-minute hold cycle
Trade-offs
0.9L capacity is marginal for back-to-back brews
Analog dial display reads in 5°C increments
At $179, it is the most expensive kettle in this list by $20 without Bluetooth connectivity

Full comparison

The Brewista Artisan Variable Gooseneck and Fellow Stagg EKG are direct competitors in the precision pour-over kettle space. The Brewista costs $160 versus the EKG's $179, yet delivers more: a 1.0L capacity versus 0.9L, an LCD display versus an analog dial, and a slightly higher 1200W heating rate with no loss in precision.

Both offer variable temperature control and temperature hold, so neither has a functional edge for the actual brewing task. The Brewista's extra 100ml of capacity is genuinely useful when brewing for two or making multiple consecutive pours without refilling. Its LCD display makes setting exact temperatures marginally faster than the EKG's dial.

The EKG wins on aesthetics and brand cachet. Its matte finish and minimal design remain industry benchmarks, and Fellow's quality control is well regarded. Some users also prefer the tactile feedback of the analog dial over a digital interface.

For pure value, the Brewista Artisan is the stronger purchase at $160. For design-conscious buyers or those already in the Fellow ecosystem, the EKG justifies its slight premium.

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