Top Automatic Pour Over Coffee Makers 2024: 9 Best Brewers for Beginners & Pros

Last updated on February 19th, 2024 by Alex Praytor

If you enjoy drinking small-batch specialty coffee brews, single-origin coffees, or using lightly roasted coffee beans, a pour-over method can showcase all the intricate flavors of your brew like no other.

The pour-over brew process usually consists of a Chemex glass carafe (or a similar brand) with a focus on your water temperature, coffee-to-water ratio, coffee bloom time, and the speed of your pour. It generally takes longer to make a cup of pour-over coffee than it does to brew coffee using a drip machine. This extra time gives the hot water a chance to pull more oils and flavors from your coffee beans.

Getting the perfect cup can be a bit of trial and error starting off. But, if you do it just right, you are rewarded with great-tasting coffee as a result. If there were a way to get this same kind of precise flavor extraction with an automatic brewing method, we probably would!

And, as it turns out, you can…

If you love the taste of a pour-over brew, but you want to brew delicious coffee in the most painless way possible, an automatic pour over coffee maker may be for you. An automatic pour-over can handle the intricate details of this brew method for you. It can give you the exact hot water temperature you need and control the speed of your pour.

Some machines will even provide an integrated scale for your coffee-to-water ratio. While pouring by hand can be a hit or miss effort, an automatic pour-over coffee maker can give you a consistent result each time.

We found several automatic pour-over coffee makers that can give us the flavorful cup of coffee we are looking for. Our top pick was the Technivorm 10-cup Moccamaster. This machine has a copper heating element that evenly heats the water to an ideal temperature. It then steeps the coffee grounds in the filter basket for 4-6 minutes to pull out the best coffee flavors.

Not only does the Technivorm take care of the details for you, but it also gives you maximum flavor. While it is pricey compared to other pour over machines, it may be worth it if you value a consistent quality cup each morning.

Last update on 2024-04-19

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What is the Difference Between an Automatic Pour-Over and a Drip Coffee Maker?

You may be thinking…but wouldn’t an automatic pour-over machine be the same thing as a drip coffee machine? Not exactly.

While the two coffee machines are certainly similar, there are some key differences in how your average drip coffee machine and an automatic pour-over coffee maker brews coffee.

A good pour-over coffee maker will heat your water to optimum brewing temperature (between 195 to 205 degrees Fahrenheit) while using a calculated brew time. Many pour-over machines also offer a pre-infusion mode to allow the coffee grounds to bloom before brewing.

While regular drip coffee machines heat the water as it brews, an automatic pour machine will heat the water first before sending it through the brew basket. This will allow for a more even flavor extraction. The automatic controls and precision of an automatic pour-over can give you a consistently great coffee every time.

How We Ranked Our Automatic Pour Over Coffee Makers

Criteria 1: Is this machine user-friendly?

The top question for us when ranking these automatic pour-over coffee machines was: Is it user-friendly? If we wanted to really craft our coffee by hand and control all the variables, we’d just get a relatively inexpensive pour-over Chemex pot, right? So, if we are putting down the cash for an automatic model, we want it to take the burden off our shoulders and do the work for us.

We found several models that are capable of taking on the pour-over process to give us that perfect cup of coffee full of flavor. For example, our top pick, the Technivorm Moccamaster will get your cup of coffee ready with just a touch of a button!

If you want to be a bit more involved in the process, we found that the Mr. Coffee 3-in-1 will meet you halfway. This machine will heat your water to the optimum temperature and then walk you through the pour-over process with automated screen prompts.

Criteria 2: What features does this machine offer?

When looking for the best automatic pour coffee maker, we studied the features it has to offer. We found some features that make life easier as well as a few wow-factors in this list of machines. Some of our favorites included automatic shut-off features, built-in grinders, programmable brew timers, integrated scales, thermal carafe options, and iced coffee brew settings.

Criteria 3: How do other coffee-lovers feel about it?

We also took into consideration how these coffee machines were viewed by the coffee world. Did other customers love it or hate it? Did the features work as intended or were they duds?

While each experience with a machine is unique (and stars are not everything) consumer reviews can give prospective buyers an idea of some of the positives and negatives they can expect from a coffee machine.

Criteria 4: How does the price tag compare to the value?

You will notice that the price range for these pour-over coffee machines varies widely. We looked at each machine and the features it offers to see if its value matches its price tag.

Although our top pick is one of the higher-priced machines, it is also simple to use and offers the buyer quality and value by including a more expensive copper heating system. This heating system will heat water quickly and is built to last.

Our List of Best Automatic Pour Over Coffee Makers

#1. Technivorm Moccamaster 53941 KBGV Select 10-Cup Coffee Maker (Best Overall)

Standout Features:

• 10-cup brew
• User-friendly
• Small-batch brew option
• Automatic shut-off
• One-touch brew
• Copper boiling element
• Pause and pour feature

Things We Like:

The Technivorm Moccamaster 10-cup Coffee Maker got our #1 slot in the automatic pour-over coffee maker category. With its precise brewing system and high ratings from other coffee fans, it is definitely worth taking a look! Here are a few of our favorite points of this brewing machine:

• You can make a cup of pour-over coffee with the touch of a button with this user-friendly machine. The Moccamaster will steep your brew for 4-6 minutes to extract all of the yummy flavors from your coffee grounds.
• This coffee pot has a Brew-Volume Selector so you can decide if you want to brew a full glass carafe or half a carafe of coffee.
• The copper boiling element in this pot allows your water to heat quickly and efficiently for a faster brew time. Then the hot plate can be used to keep your coffee warm.
• We love that this pot puts safety first and shuts down automatically after 100 minutes. If you run out of water, the Moccamaster will turn off so you don’t burn up your machine.
• Lastly, we love all the fun colors that you can choose with this automatic pour machine! You have 19 color choices so your machine can fit in with your other appliances or can add a fun accent to your kitchen counter.

Things We Don’t Like:

The Technivorm Moccamaster brings a lot to the table. You don’t have to worry about standing over your brew and controlling all the details because this machine will take care of them for you. But some have reported of having to stir the grinds for more even water dispersal, which can defeat the purpose of automatic.

Also, the price tag on this automatic pour-over coffee machine will set you back further than a manual $40 Chemex will. This machine comes in at around $350.

Customer Reviews:

Most customers loved the user-friendliness of this machine as well as the taste of the final product. They also appreciated having the safety net of a 5-year warranty.

Final Thoughts:

The Technivorm Moccamaster can be a great solution to getting the taste of a pour-over coffee without the hassle. It can heat up water quickly to brew your morning coffee speedily without losing the rich flavors. Many customers who tried out this pour-over coffee machine said that there was no going back to a drip coffee maker. So, that says it better than we can!

If you want to get as much flavor as possible out of your specialty coffee beans in a quick and painless way, this coffee brewer may be for you.

Last update on 2024-04-19

For a more indepth look, check out the hands on testing we did in this Technivorm Moccamaster review.

#2. Gevi 4-in-1 Smart Pour-over Coffee Machine (Best Tech Features)

Standout Features:

• Adjustable brew size
• Stainless steel filter
• Automatic mode
• Superfast heating system
• Commercial burr grinder
• Intelligent scale
• Easy clean-up
• 360-degree rotating spout
• Touch-screen

Things We Like:

The Gevi 4-in-1 is a new machine that is hot off the press. This is basically a dream machine of coffee makers. It allows you to program in your settings using smart technology and then puts your plan into action.

• With the Gevi 4-in-1, you are able to program your brewing preferences into the machine. This brewer offers you a scale to weigh your beans, a kettle to heat your water, a glass carafe with a stainless steel filter, and a burr grinder for freshly ground coffee.
• It also uses a superfast heating system that can take your water from room temperature to 208 degrees in a matter of 4 minutes.
• You are able to adjust the speed of the pour and the nozzle will rotate 360 degrees to simulate a manual pour.
• This machine gives you a descaling option and allows you to take apart the burr grinder for an easy and thorough clean-up job.

Things We Don’t Like:

While the Gevi brewer gives you a lot of great features, you have to know what you want out of your cup of coffee so you can teach your machine how to fix it. You’ll need to decide what coffee-to-water ratio to use, what water temperature will give you the flavor you want, how slow or fast the pour should be. This means you could potentially go through a lot of trial and error to find your perfect cup.

The good news is that once you have set your recipe, you can use those same settings time and time again.

Another drawback to this machine may be the price tag. This Gevi currently costs about $800 to bring it home, making it the most expensive model on our list.

Customer Reviews:

Most of the coffee enthusiasts who used the Gevi mentioned the software ran smoothly and it brewed coffee that tastes delicious. They also appreciated its compact size for their kitchen counter tops. Some did complain of its tendency to drip coffee down the side of the pot as you pour.

Final Thoughts:

We love the flexibility the Gevi Smart Pour Over offers its users and the consistency of its brew. You can teach this machine how you like your coffee and it will make it according to your order. The price tag may be a bit daunting. However, for those passionate about coffee and technology, this could be a perfect machine.

This Gevi pour-over machine is perfect for coffee enthusiasts who know exactly what type of brew method they want to use and want a machine to put their plan into action.

Last update on 2024-04-18

#3. Breville Precision Brewer with Pour-Over Adapter Kit (Best Versatile Brewer)

Standout Features:

• 12-cup capacity
• Silicone pour-over adapter
• 6 pre-programmed coffee settings
• Adjustable bloom time
• Adjustable water delivery speed
• Flat bottomed filter basket and cone filter options
• Small cup detection
• Cold-brew option

Things We Like:

The Breville Precision Brewer comes with a pour-over adapter and allows you to program your brew how you like it. It has a lot of features that your regular drip coffee makers don’t offer.

• This automatic drip machine comes with a pour-over adapter kit. You have the option to use a preinfusion setting to steep your grounds before you brew coffee and you can adjust the water delivery speed for the best pour.
• When you use a small cup, the machine knows to adjust its brew style to match the size. This precision can give you an ideal flavor for your small-batch brews.
• Not only does this machine come with settings for a pour-over, and cold brew, but you can also choose a gold-cup standard setting that meets the brewing guidelines of the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA).
• The 12-cup stainless steel carafe can keep your coffee warm without burning your brew.

Things We Don’t Like:

The Breville Precision Brewer provides you with a lot of brewing options. However, these features come at a price that is upwards of $300.

Customer Reviews:

Most customers enjoyed this machine and the taste of the coffee it produces. However, some customers noted that the water temperature wasn’t hot enough and the machine was too expensive.

Final Thoughts:

We like that the Breville Precision Brewer can be a good drip coffee maker or a precise pour-over brew. It also makes a cold brew, so it gets stars in our book for versatility. This coffee brewer can be a good option for those who enjoy brewing coffee using a variety of methods.

Last update on 2024-04-18

For a more in-depth look, check out the hands on testing we did in this Breville Precision Brewer review.

#4. Bonavita One-Touch Pour-Over Brewer, BV1500TS (Best Budget Option)

Standout Features:

• 5-cup capacity
• Thermal stainless-steel carafe
• Brews Golden Cup Standard coffee
• 1100-watt water heater
• Optional pre-infusion mode
• Dishwasher safe parts
• BPA-free plastic
• Shower-head
• One-touch brew
• Auto-off function

Things We Like:

The Bonavita One-Touch Pour-Over Brewer looks just like your average drip coffee maker, however, its brewing method is in-line with pour-over brewers.

• This automatic coffee maker gives you an optional pre-infusion mode, which steeps your grounds for a rich coffee taste. The showerhead helps to evenly distribute the hot water over the grounds for optimal flavor extraction.
• The one-touch design makes it easy to brew your morning coffee
• The carafe lid, filter basket, and showerhead are made out of BPA-free plastic and are dishwasher safe for simple clean-up.
• You don’t have to worry about accidentally leaving your coffee pot on the burner as this machine has an auto-off function.

Things We Don’t Like:

The Bonavita doesn’t have as many high-end features as some of the other options we have seen. However, the price tag is also much lower than some of its competitors. A possible drawback is that this brewer will only make about 2 mugs of coffee at a time.

Customer Reviews:

Most customers agreed that freshly brewed coffee from the Bonavita has a delicious flavor and holds its ground among other automatic pour-over coffee makers. But it too is known to leak around the edges as you pour.

Final Thoughts:

The Bonavita One Touch Pour Over Brewer is one of the more inexpensive models on our list. We like the fact that it offers you a pre-infusion option and it comes with a thermal carafe to keep your brewed coffee hot all for an affordable price.

Last update on 2024-04-18

For a more indepth look at the Bonavita, check out the hands on comparison we did between the Bonavita Connoisseur and Cuisinart PerfecTemp pour over brewers.

#5. Mr. Coffee BVMC-PO19B All-in-One Pour Over Coffee Maker (Best for Beginner Baristas)

Standout Features:

• 6-cup capacity
• Integrated scale
• Guided instruction display
• Optimal water heating
• Ground blooming

Things We Like:

The Mr. Coffee All-in-One Pour-Over Coffee Maker is a sort of hybrid between a manual and automatic pour-over brewer.

• This pour-over machine provides you with everything you need to make the perfect pour-over and walks you through the process step-by-step.
• It comes with an integrated scale to measure your coffee grounds and water to make sure you have an appropriate coffee-to-water ratio as you begin.
• Mr. Coffee also provides you with your own gooseneck kettle. This temperature-controlled kettle heats your water to an ideal temperature. The thin spout allows you to have the most control as you pour the hot water over the grounds.
• When the water is ready, you can begin the blooming stage. The instructions on the display panel will tell you exactly how much time you should allow your coffee to bloom.
• After you have completed the brewing process, you can enjoy your handcrafted cup of coffee.

Things We Don’t Like:

This machine doesn’t provide you with a hot plate or thermal carafe to keep your coffee warm. So, drink your coffee while it is hot!

Also, while this machine does a lot of the calculations for you, you will still need to be very hands-on with this brewer. So, if you are buying an automatic pour-over to save yourself time, you may want to consider a different option.

Customer Reviews:

Most customers were very satisfied with the delicious flavor of this brew, however, some did not enjoy the time-consuming process of a hand-pour method.

Final Thoughts:

This Mr. Coffee Pour Over comes with a lot of great features to give you a precise brew without you having to do all the calculations on your own. However, it is not going to be much of a time-saver. This machine could be a great option for someone who enjoys crafting coffee but wants a machine to take on the more tedious work of temperature calculations, ratios, and measurements.

Last update on 2024-04-18

#6. Hamilton Beach Craft Automatic or Manual Pour Over Dripper (Best Dual Auto or Manual)

Standout Features:

• 8-cup capacity
• Manual or automatic pour-over
• Customizable settings
• Step-by-step instruction display
• Integrated scale to measure coffee
• Adjust coffee strength
• Heat-resistant borosilicate glass carafe

Things We Like:

The Hamilton Beach Craft Automatic Pour-Over Dripper has a lot of great features at a relatively low price.

• This eight-cup coffee machine will make an automatic pour-over brew or the showerhead will swivel out of the way so you can manually craft your pour-over coffee.
• You can customize your brew settings and follow the step-by-step instructions on the display. This will give you guidance on the correct bloom time, temperature, and strength to create a no-fail brew.
• One of our favorite features with this machine is the integrated scale. The scale will count down until you reach the optimum coffee-to-water ratio for your chosen brew size.
• Your coffee will drip through the filter basket into the mixing tube and glass carafe.

Things We Don’t Like:

While this machine has many features to love, we dislike that many of its parts that come in contact with hot water are made of plastic. Also, the scale can be off and on and the number of cups you ask of it may not be what you get. However, the price tag is also much lower than other pour-over coffee makers.

Customer Reviews:

This machine doesn’t have as many reviews as some of the other coffee machines on this list. However, most customers that did speak up appreciated the flavor of the pour-over coffee. But it also has some design flaws to consider.

Final Thoughts:

We like a lot of the features that we see with the Hamilton Beach Pour Over Brewer. It allows you to rely on its simple automatic process, or if you have the time, you can practice your barista skills with a manual pour-over.

Last update on 2024-04-18

#7. Cuisinart PurePrecision 8 Cup Pour-Over Coffee Brewer (Best Value)

Standout Features:

• 8 cup-capacity
• SCA Certified
• Programmable brew time
• Flavor strength controls – mild, medium, bold
• Temperature control – hot, extra hot

Things We Like:

The Cuisinart PurePrecision Pour-Over Coffee Brewer has the taste of a hand pour-over coffee brew but without the hard work. You have the option of either a glass carafe or a thermal carafe with this machine.

• This automatic pour-over machine allows you to have more control over your brew by offering three flavor strength options as well as a temperature control button. You can choose a brewing temperature of hot or extra hot to personalize your cuppa.
• We also like that this machine offers you a programmable timer so you can set up your coffee maker the night before.
• The Cuisinart is certified by the SCA. This stamp of approval ensures that you will get consistently excellent coffee from this coffee maker.
• Its precision brewing technique pre-wets your ground beans. This allows the flavor to ‘bloom’ before it brews. The even extraction should provide you with a cup of great coffee. 

Things We Don’t Like:

This machine’s simple design doesn’t come with a lot of bells and whistles. So, if you are looking for a coffee maker that will give you a scale, an iced coffee option, or an individual brew you may want to look at a different machine. However, we don’t see simple as necessarily a bad thing, either.

Customer Reviews:

Most customers were pleased with the taste of the coffee and many reviews said that this coffee maker brewed coffee as promised.

Final Thoughts:

The Cuisinart PurePrecision pour-over coffee maker is a simple but solid machine. We like that it is user-friendly and has some nice features to offer such as a programmable timer, flavor strength options, and temperature control. This automatic pour-over coffee maker is definitely worth a look!

Last update on 2024-04-18

#8. De’Longhi 3-in-1 Specialty Coffee Brewer (Best for Iced Coffee)

Standout Features:

• 8-cup capacity
• Drip-style coffee or gourmet pour-over
• SCA Golden Cup Certified
• BPA-free
• Iced Coffee option
• 1-hour automatic shut-off
• Hot plate

Things We Like:

De’Longhi brings a simple machine to the table that allows the user to brew coffee in 3 different ways.

• This eight-cup specialty brewer allows you to use it as a drip coffee machine, an automatic pour-over coffee brewer, or an iced coffee maker.
• The pour-over brew style offers a pulsing shower head that evenly distributes water over your coffee grounds for a full-flavor extraction.
• This machine makes a “golden cup” of coffee and is certified by the Specialty Coffee Association.
• If you want to enjoy an iced brew, this machine will brew up a cold cup of coffee without becoming watered down by ice.
• Also, the water chamber on this machine is made out of glass.

Things We Don’t Like:

This machine is one of the more basic models on our list. You won’t find an integrated scale or a burr grinder attached to this machine. However, we do like that it offers an iced coffee option.

Customer Reviews:

Some customers noted the shower-head on their machine was clogged and so the water flowed out of only some of the holes, but not all. This caused some unevenly steeped batches for a few customers.

Final Thoughts:

The De’Longhi Specialty Brewer is sold in the $150 price range. We like that you can brew your coffee using different styles in the same pot. This brewer’s sleek design can fit well on any kitchen counter.

Last update on 2024-04-18

#9. KitchenAid KCM0802OB Pour-Over Coffee Brewer (Good Starter Brewer)

Standout Features:

• 8-cup capacity
• SCA gold cup standard
• Visual step-by-step display
• Heats water before brew cycle begins
• Medium and dark roast settings

Things We Like:

This sleek-looking Kitchen-Aid mimics the pour-over process with just a touch of a button.

• We like that this automatic pour-over coffee machine heats your water up to ideal temperatures before infusing your grounds. This allows for a more even brewing process.
• The Kitchen-Aid does the pour-over work for you, however, it keeps you up to date with where it is in the brewing process on its visual display. It will show you when it moves from heating the water to pouring and then to steeping.
• This machine follows the SCA’s strict guidelines and is gold cup standard certified.
• Also, this retro-looking design comes in a few different colors to match your style!

Things We Don’t Like:

Many of the working parts on this model are made of plastic, which could mean that this machine may have a shorter lifespan than other machines in its gamut.

Customer Reviews:

Many customers enjoyed the coffee that this machine makes. However, some customers noted that they could not tell a difference between coffee made in this automatic pour-over coffee machine and a brew from regular drip coffee makers.

Others expressed that this machine did not always make a consistent cup of coffee.

Final Thoughts:

The Kitchen Aid is pleasant to look at. We like that it is completely automatic and gives you visual updates on its progress. This automatic pour-over coffee machine can be found for about $160. It makes a nice cup of coffee but maybe no different than a nice a drip maker.

Last update on 2024-04-18

KitchenAid also makes good affordable coffee grinders too, check out our full KitchenAid review and guide.

Honorable Mentions

• Oxo Brew 9 Cup Coffee Maker: when we tested this machine we loved the taste and flavor as well as its ease of use as a daily brewer.

Last update on 2024-04-19

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Final Verdict

When searching for the best coffee brewer in the automatic pour-over coffee maker category, we found several great options. Many of the machines had unique and useful features that you don’t see on your average coffee maker. This made our final decision a tough one! However, our overall favorite in the category goes to the Technivorm Moccamaster.

We love the simplicity of its design, its user-friendly features, and its consistently great-tasting coffee. The wide variety of flashy colors you can choose from was the icing on the cake! This machine also came with glowing praise from other coffee lovers like us.

Last update on 2024-04-19

Final Thoughts

While the coffee brewed in a pour-over method is rich in flavor, it can take some effort to control the variables of the brewing process and perfect the art. I love the rich flavor you can achieve with this brew method, however, I also like to keep it simple when I brew my first cup of the day.

Automatic pour-over coffee makers can give you the great flavor of a hand-poured brew without the headache. We hope our list of the best automatic pour-over machines will help you in your search of that perfect cup of coffee!

Which is your favorite? Let us know!

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