"Switch" Immersion Dripper, Size 02

The Hario Switch has become one of my favorite ways to make coffee. It combines what I like about pour-over and immersion brewing, but makes the process much easier and more consistent. The biggest advantage for me is how forgiving it is. You can let the coffee steep and then simply flip the switch to release it through the filter. The result is a rich, flavorful cup while still having the clean finish you expect from a pour-over. I also like the flexibility. You can use it as a straightforward immersion brewer or experiment with different pour-over and hybrid techniques when you want more control. It’s well made, simple to clean, and doesn’t require a complicated routine to get excellent results. A clever, simple design from Hario and an easy five stars.

I own and have tried every manual method of brewing coffee (Aeropress, French Press, various pour-overs, cold brew, etc) and happily settled on this one. I could use a hybrid method as seen on YouTube, combining pour over with immersion, but immersion alone produced a perfect cup so why not take the easier route? Four minutes to a perfect brew. To help it along, I manually grind the beans, weigh them, rinse the filter with boiling water, and do a 30 sec. bloom (ok, so the whole process takes a bit longer than 4 min). Previously I used a pour over coffee maker with water tank, but the water flowed too quickly through the tank and the circular spacing of the holes didn't seem to distribute the water evenly over the cone. Also I didn't like that it was made of plastic. I used a French Press for a while but cleaning it out was gross and even though I put the grounds in the compost bin, enough went down my drain that the sink clogged all the way back to the pipe behind the wall. I never had to call a plumber for the kitchen sink in 9 years, until I started using the French Press. Aeropress: made of black plastic, so enough said. With the Switch, cleanup is so easy and I don't have to spend time doing an intricate pour over, weighing the pros & cons of the concentric circle pattern vs. the flower pattern. Omg I sound like such a coffee snob/geek, but if you've read this far, you're probably right there with me. Here's a tip, though. The first time I used it, the switch piece didn't close properly and the water flowed right through. Turns out the little plastic switch was extended too far out (does it always arrive that way?). I pushed it closer towards the cone, and it sort of clicked into place, and then it worked perfectly (thanks to Reddit and YouTube). And now I have my coffee routine dialed in perfectly!

Very easy to use and good tasting coffee.

The Switch is the V60 I’d recommend by default. Leave it open and it works like a regular V60; close it and you can brew by immersion. You can start with the switch open or closed and combine the two approaches in different ways, giving you a huge range of options for pour-over. The switch mechanism works perfectly for me. You get everything a standard V60 offers, plus immersion when you want it—it’s a no-brainer.

Very easy to use, seems strong and is the perfect size for my wife and I to each have a cup of coffee in the morning if we want. The carafe and the dripper both seem like they can take a hit but I don’t want to learn if I’m wrong yet

I purchased this on a whim after several months of success with a simple V60 and having been intrigued by the "steep and release" Clever dripper. Although redundant with my regular V60 for pour overs, I had a million compatible filter papers around, so I bought this instead of a Clever. Brew methods are endless for this, so I'll just share what I found to work best! I use a roughly 1:15 grounds to water ratio (usually 600mL water and 40 grams of coffee for my Hario 2 cup insulated server). My grind size is 1 click courser than what I would do for a regular V60 pourover. 1) Boil water. I have no issue using it fresh off the boil since it cools slightly during the bloom phase. 2) Rinse and preheat the filter paper (in the cone) and mug/server with the water. 2) Starting with the switch in the open position, like a regular V60, add 2-3x the weight of your grounds, evenly over the grounds, until they are evenly saturated. 3) Give the dripper a slight swirl and wait 30-45 seconds for bloom phase. 4) Set the switch to closed, and fill the dripper until the water is a little above the grounds. Give a swirl to settle the grounds. 5) Wait 20-30 seconds. 6) Flip the switch and let the coffee draw down. 7) Repeat steps 4-6 as many times as it takes until you reach your final weight of water. This steep and release method, with the right grind size, yields a very sweet, balanced cup of coffee! My only gripes with this dripper, vs the regular plastic V60, are as follows: 1) With the rubber/glass combination and switch mechanism, there are more crevices that can accumulate grime. I usually get away with rinsing with remaining boiled water, but something to look out for. 2) The glass conducts heat, so it's a lot harder to handle a scalding dripper to dump grounds. 3) You HAVE to be careful when dumping the filter paper/grounds or cleaning. The switch mechanism and metal stopper ball are not secured in any way, and will fall out into the trash or garbage disposal. This was a day one mistake for me. Keep this dripper vertical at all costs when handling. 4) The rubber base is too big for some coffee mugs. I always use this with my Hario insulated server. Because of the extra hassle and cleanup, I usually alternate between using the Hario Switch and my regular V60. I also only use it when I know I want 2 cups of coffee, and use with my Hario Insulated Server since I know it fits and the rim of it isn't touching my mouth, since the Switch is harder to clean. Anyways, this is a great device for making up to 2 cups of coffee! Even if you already have a 2 cup V60, I would still buy this for variety and experimentation since you can share filter papers. I only wish there was a plastic version of this instead of glass, and that a more secure switching mechanism was designed to help with cleaning.

The Hario Switch has revolutionized my coffee brewing experience, combining the simplicity of a dripper with the precision of an immersion system. As a specialty coffee enthusiast, I am thrilled to share my experience with this device. 1. Versatility: The Hario Switch allows for both drip and immersion brewing, offering a wide range of flavor profiles in a single tool. 2. Easy to Use: Its intuitive design and open/close valve mechanism make it simple to control the immersion time and coffee extraction. 3. Build Quality: Made with heat-resistant glass and a non-slip silicone base, the Hario Switch is not only durable but also stylish. 4. Easy to Clean: The detachable valve and minimalist design make for quick and efficient cleaning, ensuring a clean and residue-free coffee. 5. Consistent Results: The combination of brewing methods ensures even extraction, providing a cup of coffee with balanced body and flavor every time. The Hario Switch is a must-have tool for any coffee lover looking to explore and experiment with different brewing methods. Its innovative design and the quality of the results make it an excellent addition to any coffee brewing arsenal. Highly recommended for those looking to elevate their coffee experience to the next level!

This is a 2 in 1 coffee maker; it's a pour over, and an immersion maker, though it works better as an immersion maker. This similar to the Clever Dripper but the Hario is made better. As a pour over it works but you have to dribble the water slowly over the grounds for about 5 minutes, the Kaleta Wave 185 stainless pour over works better in the terms of not having to dribble the water for 5 minutes, the 3 holes in the bottom of the Wave 185 are tuned to let the water pass through in about 5 minutes if the grind size is right. They both will make the same quality pour over, it's just that the Wave 185 you don't have to stand over it for 5 minutes. As an immersion maker the Hario makes superbly smooth coffee, simply follow the directions to do it right. The longer you let the coffee set in the Hario the stronger the flavor gets; I've let it set as long as 7 minutes. There are 2 things that the instructions don't tell you. #1, you need to find a lid that will fit on top, I found a plastic lid that fits almost perfectly, the lid will help keep the heat inside the device longer so it can steep properly at the right temperature longer, this is very important. #2, you need to stir the grounds for about 30 seconds after you pour in the water, this will help saturate the grounds to prevent any floaters.

Lo adoro

Świetnie działa, banalnie prosto się myje i zajmuje odrobinę miejsca w szufladzie. Kawa pozbawiona fusów smakuje znakomicie i mam pełną kontrolę nad czasem parzenia. Oryginalne filtry Hario V2 są zdecydowanie najlepsze i stosunkowo tanie. Próbowałem zamienników, ale niektóre wprowadzają posmak mokrej tektury, więc będę kupował tylko Hario. W komplecie z młynkiem Timemore C5 PRO tworzą idealną parę, ale w zupełności wystarczy najprostszy młynek. I nie słuchajcie youtuberów, że potrzebujecie do kompletu magiczny czajnik z gęsią szyją, wagę za ciężkie pieniądze i stoper z zegarem atomowym. Ja po prostu wkładam filtr, mielę kawę raz drobniej, raz grubiej, wsypuję do filtra i zalewam wodą z najzwyklejszego czajnika Philips. Zero problemu, działa równie precyzyjnie. Wcześniej miałem ekspres kapsułkowy Nescafe, ale męczyło mnie kupowanie drogich kapsułek i regularne czyszczenie zakamarków urządzenia. Kolejny, wielki ekspres De'Longhi, który posiadam, zajmuje ogrom miejsca i wymaga jeszcze bardziej skomplikowanego czyszczenia. Stoi w kartonie, bo Hario Switch jest proste w użyciu i robi pyszną kawę. Brałem też pod uwagę AeroPress, ale jednak wybrałem solidne szkło Hario zamiast plastiku. Mam już kilka miesięcy, codziennie robię 1-2 kawy i szkło wygląda jak nowe. Zero osadu, zero rys. Nawet parę uderzeń podczas mycia przetrwało i nic się złego nie dzieje. Do gumowej podstawy też nie można się przyczepić. Wygląda solidnie i nie ma kontaktu z kawą podczas parzenia.

Der **Hario Switch 02** ist ein innovativer Kaffeebereiter, der für seine Vielseitigkeit und einfache Handhabung geschätzt wird. Mit seiner flexiblen Brühmethode und ansprechenden Bauqualität bietet er eine ausgezeichnete Option für Kaffeeliebhaber, die Wert auf Präzision und Geschmack legen. **Design und Material:** Der Switch 02 ist aus hochwertigem, hitzebeständigem Glas und Kunststoff gefertigt. Das Design ist modern und funktional, mit einem eleganten Ausguss und einem gut durchdachten Mechanismus zum Wechseln zwischen Filter und Auslauf. Das Glasgefäß ermöglicht eine klare Sicht auf den Brühvorgang und hat ein großzügiges Fassungsvermögen von 600 ml. **Brühmethoden:** Die besondere Stärke des Hario Switch 02 liegt in seiner Fähigkeit, sowohl als Pour-Over-Kaffeezubereiter als auch als French Press verwendet zu werden. Der Wechselmechanismus erlaubt es, zwischen den beiden Brühmethoden schnell zu wechseln, was zusätzliche Flexibilität bietet. Die Pour-Over-Funktion liefert eine präzise Kontrolle über den Brühprozess, während die French Press-Option eine kräftigere Tasse Kaffee erzeugt. **Handhabung und Reinigung:** Die Handhabung des Hario Switch 02 ist einfach und benutzerfreundlich. Der Wechselmechanismus funktioniert reibungslos, und die Anleitung ist klar und verständlich. Auch die Reinigung gestaltet sich unkompliziert, da alle Teile leicht auseinanderzunehmen und zu reinigen sind. **Kaffeequalität:** Die Kaffeebrühergebnisse sind durchweg gut. Die Möglichkeit, die Brühmethode anzupassen, ermöglicht es, verschiedene Geschmacksprofile zu erkunden und eine Tasse Kaffee nach persönlichen Vorlieben zuzubereiten. Die gleichmäßige Extraktion, insbesondere bei der Pour-Over-Methode, sorgt für einen klaren und aromatischen Kaffee. **Nachteile:** Ein Nachteil des Hario Switch 02 ist, dass die Reinigung des Filters gelegentlich mühsam sein kann, insbesondere wenn Öle und Kaffeerückstände festsetzen. Auch kann es bei unsachgemäßem Gebrauch zu Undichtigkeiten kommen, wenn der Mechanismus nicht korrekt betätigt wird. Das Glasgefäß, obwohl hochwertig, ist empfindlich gegenüber Stößen und kann bei unsachgemäßer Handhabung leicht zerbrechen. **Fazit:** Der **Hario Switch 02** ist eine ausgezeichnete Wahl für Kaffeeliebhaber, die Flexibilität und Präzision bei der Kaffeezubereitung schätzen. Seine Vielseitigkeit, durch die Möglichkeit, zwischen Pour-Over und French Press zu wechseln, ist ein großer Vorteil. Trotz kleinerer Nachteile wie der etwas mühsamen Reinigung des Filters und der Empfindlichkeit des Glases bietet der Switch 02 ein gutes Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis und eine wertvolle Ergänzung für jede Kaffeeküche. Der Hario Switch 02 ist ideal für diejenigen, die unterschiedliche Kaffeebrühmethoden in einem Gerät vereinen möchten und Wert auf eine präzise und anpassbare Kaffeezubereitung legen.

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