Fellow Stagg EKG vs Timemore Fish Smart Electric
The Timemore Fish Smart at $129 undercuts the EKG by $50 while matching most of its features. Choose the EKG for a larger proven brand and the analog dial aesthetic; choose the Timemore for better value and a smaller footprint.
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The Timemore Fish Smart Electric costs $129 versus the Fellow EKG's $179, a $50 difference that buys you largely the same functionality. Both offer variable temperature control, temperature hold, gooseneck spouts, and LCD displays. The Timemore is lighter at 0.95kg versus 1.1kg, and its 0.8L capacity is 100ml smaller than the EKG's 0.9L.
The EKG uses an analog dial rather than an LCD, which is a design choice rather than a functional advantage. Some users prefer the tactile simplicity of the dial; others prefer the digital precision of the Timemore's LCD. Both kettles heat at 1000-1200W ranges and perform well for pour-over and tea applications.
Timemore is a respected Chinese brewing brand with strong reviews in the specialty coffee community. Its build quality on the Fish Smart is competitive with kettles costing significantly more. The Fellow brand carries more recognition in North American and European markets, which matters for some buyers.
At $50 less with comparable specs, the Timemore Fish Smart is the rational pick for value-focused buyers. The EKG makes sense if you prefer the analog interface, the Fellow brand, or the slightly larger capacity.