Fellow Stagg EKG vs Brewista Artisan vs Bonavita: 2026 Gooseneck Kettle Comparison

By Dean Pitton, Director of Coffee at Stillwater Coffee Club — he tastes and selects every coffee the club ships and has run coffee tastings for over 14 years.

A variable-temperature gooseneck kettle is the upgrade that makes pour-over repeatable: the narrow spout controls your pour, and setting the water temperature changes how a coffee tastes. Three come up most in Canada: the Fellow Stagg EKG Pro, the Brewista Artisan, and the Bonavita. All three pour well and hit a set temperature — the differences are precision, features, and price.

Feature	Fellow Stagg EKG Pro	Brewista Artisan	Bonavita
Capacity	0.9 L	1.0 L	1.0 L
Temperature control	Variable to 1°, app + WiFi	Variable to 1°F + presets	Variable to 1°F + presets
Hold / scheduling	Hold 15–60 min, scheduling	Keep-warm	Heat-and-hold 60 min
Timer	Via app	Count-up timer	Count-up timer
Build / feel	Premium, design-forward	Mid	Basic, functional
Price (CAD)	$239	$220	$150

Prices and specs current as of June 2026.

1. Fellow Stagg EKG Pro

• Price: $239 CAD (not stocked by Stillwater)
• Capacity: 0.9 L, 1200 W
• Control: Variable temperature, app and WiFi
• Best for: Design and smart features
• Highlight: The nicest to use and look at, with scheduling and updates

Why it shines

The Stagg EKG Pro is the design benchmark. Its counterbalanced handle and precise spout give the most controlled pour of the three, and the Pro adds app control, WiFi updates, scheduling, and an adjustable hold mode (15 to 60 minutes). It heats quickly at 1200 watts and looks the part on the counter, which is a big part of why it is the one most people lust after.

Who it's for

You want the best pour control and design, and you like smart features like scheduling and app temperature presets.

What owners say

Owners love the design, the precise pour, and the smart scheduling and app features. The common notes are that it is the priciest, and that the WiFi and app are more than some people need from a kettle.

Worth noting

It is the most expensive and the smallest at 0.9 L. The standard Stagg EKG costs less if you do not want the Pro's app and WiFi.

2. Brewista Artisan

• Price: $220 CAD (not stocked by Stillwater)
• Capacity: 1.0 L
• Control: Variable to 1°F, plus presets
• Best for: Precise control and a built-in timer
• Highlight: One-degree control with a count-up brew timer

Why it shines

The Artisan focuses on precision. It sets temperature to within one degree, adds preset temperatures and a fast-boil mode, and includes a count-up timer on the display so you can time your pour without a separate device. It holds a full litre and pours cleanly, at a price below the Fellow.

Who it's for

You want tight temperature control and a built-in pour timer, and you would rather put your money into precision than design.

What owners say

Owners love the one-degree control and the count-up timer for dialling in pour-over, and the value next to the Fellow. The common note is that the design and build feel a step below the Stagg.

Worth noting

It costs nearly as much as the Fellow without the premium look and smart features, so the case for it is precision and the timer, not style.

3. Bonavita

• Price: $150 CAD (not stocked by Stillwater)
• Capacity: 1.0 L, 1000 W
• Control: Variable to 1°F (140–212°F), presets
• Best for: Simple, reliable value
• Highlight: Accurate variable temperature at the lowest price

Why it shines

The Bonavita does the core job for the least money. It sets temperature in one-degree increments from 140 to 212°F, holds it for up to an hour, and includes a count-up timer and a real-time display. It is the no-frills, reliable pick that gives you accurate water without paying for design or app features.

Who it's for

You want accurate, repeatable water temperature and a gooseneck pour at the lowest price, and you do not care about smart features or looks.

What owners say

Owners love how simple, accurate, and affordable it is for dialled-in pour-over. The common notes are that the build and spout feel more basic than the others, and that stock can be intermittent.

Worth noting

The build is the most utilitarian of the three, and availability comes and goes — check stock before counting on it.

Frequently asked questions

Do you need a gooseneck kettle for pour-over?

It is the single biggest pour-over upgrade after a grinder. The narrow spout lets you pour slowly and precisely over the coffee bed, and variable temperature lets you match the water to the roast — both of which a regular kettle cannot do.

Which gooseneck kettle has the best pour control?

The Fellow Stagg EKG Pro, thanks to its counterbalanced handle and precise spout, is widely considered the most controlled pour of the three. The Brewista and Bonavita pour well but feel slightly less refined.

Is the Fellow Stagg EKG Pro worth the extra money?

If you value design, the best pour control, and smart features like scheduling and app presets, yes. If you only need accurate temperature and a good pour, the Bonavita does that for about $90 less.

What temperature should I brew pour-over at?

Most pour-over lands between 195 and 205°F (90–96°C), with lighter roasts toward the higher end. All three kettles let you set and hold a temperature in that range.

A kettle pairs with a dripper — see Hario V60 vs Origami vs Kalita Wave, our Fellow Stagg EKG Pro guide, and Pour Over Curious? Start Here.

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