Fellow
Stagg Ekg Pro Electric Kettle
The Fellow Stagg EKG Pro is an electric gooseneck kettle designed for temperature-controlled brewing, commonly used for pour-over coffee, French press, and tea. It features a 304 stainless steel body, BPA-free plastic handle, variable temperature settings with a high-resolution color display, a built-in timer, and keep-warm modes from 15 to 60 minutes, with a 30 oz (0.89 L) capacity and dimensions of 11 x 6.75 x 7.75 inches. User reviews highlight its precise pouring and accurate temperature control, but note the slow pour rate makes it best suited for pour-over rather than quickly filling larger containers.
- Color
- Stainless Steel
- Material
- 304 stainless steel body, BPA-free plastic handle
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Appliances > Electric Kettles
Size
Specifications
Variable temperature electric kettle with Wi-Fi connectivity and built-in timer for precise coffee brewing.
Variable temperature settings, built-in timer, keep warm function, guide mode, Wi-Fi updates, high-resolution color display
- Color
- Stainless Steel · gray
- Material
- 304 stainless steel body, BPA-free plastic handle
- Secondary
- plastic
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 11 x 6.75 x 7.75 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Appliances > Electric Kettles
Additional Attributes
- variable temperature settings
- quick hitting time
- 304 stainless steel body
- BPA-free plastic handle
- guide mode with preset temperatures
- Wi-Fi firmware updates via EKG Updater app
- high-resolution colour display
- built-in timer for filter coffee and brewing
- keep hot water for 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes
- 1-year limited manufacturer warranty
- 30 oz capacity (0.89 L)
Product Insights
The Stagg EKG Pro Electric Kettle by Fellow delivers professional-grade pour-over precision with a laminar flow spout offering pour speeds as slow as 2 ml/s and 6% flow variance, counterbalanced handle for fatigue-free use, and PID temperature control that recovers to ±0.5°C in 6.2 seconds with minimal overshoot. Validated by US Brewers Cup champions and award-winning design, it includes altitude calibration, optional Wi-Fi (rarely used), and firmware updates, but buyers report variable longevity (2–5 years), inconsistent customer support, and minor issues like lid steam drips; the restricted 20 g/s pour speed excels for pour-over but is slow for tea, making it a premium tool for enthusiasts who prioritize control over durability and support.
Verified claims
- Pour control
- Stream is laminar and as slow as 2 ml/s, with 6% flow variance.
- Competition record
- Used by U.S. Brewers Cup champions in 2016, 2019, and 2022.
- Handle balance
- Counterbalanced handle minimizes wrist fatigue and improves stability.
- Handle heat
- BPA-free plastic handle stays cooler to the touch than a metal handle would.
- Temperature control
- Returns to within ±0.5°C in 6.2 seconds after a pour.
- Design credentials
- Award-winning design by Branch Creative, backed by Kickstarter and Brewers Cup champions.
- Precision pouring
- Ergonomic handle and precision spout deliver controlled pouring, max ~20 g/s.
- Temperature precision
- PID limits overshoot to 1.3°C; recovers from pour in 6.2s.
- Altitude calibration
- Altitude calibration references the manual's High Altitude Chart to match the local boiling point and prevent violent boil-over at elevation.
- Connectivity
- Wi-Fi optional; core functions unaffected.
- Firmware updates
- Firmware updates can add new brewing features post-purchase.
- Smart feature usage
- Buyers report the Bluetooth features are rarely used, and the base Stagg EKG is sufficient for most.
- Spout design
- Gooseneck spout pours ~20 g/s, slower than Corvo's wide spout for pour-over control.
- Display
- Full-color high-resolution display with Guide Mode presets for coffee and tea brewing methods.
- Extra features and value
- The Pro adds optional Wi-Fi firmware updates and Guide Mode, but its base is not compatible with other Fellow kettles, and many buyers find the base Stagg EKG sufficient.
- Long-term durability
- Units show variable longevity: some last 5+ years, others fail in 2-3 years.
- Reliability features
- Altitude calibration, PID temperature control, and offline operation enhance reliability.
- Pour speed
- Pour speed is restricted to 20 g/s, ideal for pour-over but slow for tea.
- Ergonomics
- Handle reduces wrist fatigue; spout delivers laminar flow for even extraction.
- Value proposition
- Enthusiasts find daily use worth the cost; reliability and premium features are mixed.
- Finish upkeep
- 304 stainless steel body resists corrosion and rust through daily heating and cooling cycles.
- Care
- Kettle cannot be submerged; descaling only needed if boiling fails.
- Keep-warm duration
- The keep-warm function cycles the heating element on and off to maintain the selected temperature for 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes without re-boiling.
- Single-degree adjustability
- Temperature can be adjusted in single-degree increments, with brewers using 93–96°C for light roasts and 88–91°C for darker roasts.
Product record
- Title
- Stagg Ekg Pro Electric Kettle
- Brand
- Fellow
- Price
- 239 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 18 sourcesUses
Slow, controlled pours for pour-over brewing
Made for pour-over style brewing, this kettle is built around slow, precise pouring — with a weighted handle for balance, an elongated spout tip that prevents dribbling at low speeds, and a thin, kinked neck that limits flow so you can pour as gently as 2ml per second. One reviewer found the flow easy to control for pour-over, though some users dislike the restricted flow when filling for faster pours, and one tea drinker found the Stagg's slow pour made it harder to control their brew.[1,2,3,8,11]
Brewing coffee and tea at the right temperature
A variable-temperature kettle for pour-over coffee, filter brewing, and tea, with preset temperatures in Guide Mode if you're not sure where to start. You can also fine-tune the temperature a few degrees by hand — one reviewer adjusts it for darker roasts to cut down on smokiness — and use the built-in brew stopwatch while brewing.[2,5,10,13]
Holding water at temperature for later
With its hold function, this kettle can keep hot water ready for 15, 30, 45, or 60 minutes, so you can heat once and pour later without reboiling. One long-time owner reports it keeps temperature without their having to worry about whether there is water in the kettle.[12,13]
Heating water to a chosen temperature
Use this kettle to boil or heat water for drinks like pour-over coffee, setting the goal temperature rather than relying on a single boil setting. The retailer describes it as heating quickly, with variable temperature settings for control over the water temperature.[4,13]
Keeping the kettle current with app-based firmware updates
If you want your Stagg EKG Pro to stay up to date, connect it once to the EKG Updater app over Wi-Fi and receive the latest firmware and brewing features automatically. The app is only for updates — it does not currently let you control the kettle or its settings remotely, and Fellow notes the kettle works fine without ever using the app.[6,7,13]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Stagg Ekg Pro Electric Kettle: Choose this if you want precise pour-over control: variable temperature settings with Guide Mode presets for coffee and tea, PID control, a built-in brew stopwatch, and a keep-warm function for 15 to 60 minutes. Its weighted handle, kinked gooseneck neck, and slow, controlled pours (as gentle as 2 ml per second) favor deliberate brewing over speed, in a 30 oz (0.89 L) stainless steel body with a high-resolution full-color display and a 1-year limited warranty. Note that the app handles firmware updates only and does not currently support remote control, one commenter found the lid build quality an exception to otherwise great build, and some tea drinkers find the pour painfully slow.[1,2,5,8,9,12,13] | Stagg Ekg Pro Wooden Handle Electric Kettle: Choose this if you want precise, pour-over-focused brewing: Guide Mode labels preset temperatures for five beverages (like 180 degrees for green tea and 205 for pour-over coffee), the color display shows current and target temperature, and a dial-activated Brew Stopwatch plus a keep-warm setting of 15, 30, 45 or 60 minutes support a full brewing routine. The weighted wooden handle and thin gooseneck spout are designed for slow, controlled pouring, and a reviewer found 0.9 litres heats to a set temperature in around four minutes, though one owner found that slow flow rate limiting for tea or high-agitation brews. Wi-Fi is for firmware updates only, not remote control, and the 0.89 L capacity suits smaller batches rather than filling several mugs at once.[2,14,15,16,17,18] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
A matte white gooseneck electric kettle with a tapered conical body, separate lid, slender curved spout to the left, and an angled cylindrical handle to the right mounted on a square base with a round control dial and a circular recess.
- Main body shapeTapered conical kettle body with a slightly flared base and a flat top where a separate lid sits.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.22 · w 0.40 · h 0.48 (high) - LidSmall circular flat lid with a low disc-shaped knob centered on the kettle top.
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x 0.47 · y 0.14 · w 0.06 · h 0.04 (high) - Gooseneck spoutLong slender curved gooseneck spout extending left from near the lower-mid body, narrowing to a thin pouring tip.
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x 0.02 · y 0.30 · w 0.34 · h 0.32 (high) - Handle geometryAngled tubular cylindrical handle mounted at the upper right of the body, slanting down and away from the kettle with a Y-shaped joint where it meets the body.
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x 0.66 · y 0.24 · w 0.26 · h 0.36 (high) - Base platformFlat square/rectangular base platform under the kettle with a circular recess on the left front and a raised round control dial on the right front.
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x 0.20 · y 0.66 · w 0.60 · h 0.20 (high) - Control dialRaised circular knob located at the right-front corner of the base, flat top and same matte finish as the product.
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x 0.70 · y 0.70 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Circular recess on baseDeep circular recess or cup-shaped indentation on the left-front of the base platform.
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x 0.22 · y 0.68 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Surface finishUniform matte finish across kettle and base with soft, even lighting and subtle shadows indicating a smooth, non-reflective surface.
Other
Studio product shot on a seamless white background, centered composition with soft shadow beneath the base; high-key even lighting and no visible text or props.
- Shot compositionProduct centered in frame, frontal-facing with slight profile of spout and handle visible; full product and base shown with white negative space above.
- Background and lightingSeamless white background with diffuse, even lighting producing soft shadow under the base and minimal specular highlights.
- Image qualitySharp, high-resolution render with no visible text, labels, or packaging; no people or additional props present.
Colors
matte off-white· kettle body#D4D4D4matte off-white· gooseneck spout#D3D3D3matte off-white· base platform#D3D3D3- Main body shapeTapered conical kettle body with a slightly flared base and a flat top where a separate lid sits.
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Product
Top-down view of a white electric gooseneck kettle seated on a square white base with a circular lid, a slender gooseneck spout extending left, a tubular handle extending right, a round control knob and a circular digital display on the base.
- Overall shapeSquare base with a circular kettle body and a central circular lid; kettle sits centered on the base.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.20 · w 0.70 · h 0.60 (high) - Lid constructionCircular lid with a raised central disc and a recessed annular channel around it; small elongated slot or notch visible on the lid rim at about 2 oclock position.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.30 · w 0.34 · h 0.34 (high) - Gooseneck spoutLong slender gooseneck spout projecting horizontally to the left from the kettle body; spout interior appears metallic and reflective at the tip.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.43 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.03 · y 0.45 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high) - HandleStraight tubular handle extending to the right, ending in a rounded grip with a small circular recessed mark on the end face.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.40 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - Base controlsOn the right front of the base there is a large circular control knob and a smaller circular recessed button nearby; both are the same white color as the base.
2 regions
x 0.72 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.72 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (medium) - Power cordSingle white power cord exits from the top edge of the base and curves upward out of frame.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.00 · w 0.08 · h 0.34 (high) - Kettle finishMatte white uniform finish across kettle body, lid, handle and base with smooth, untextured surfaces.
- Digital displayRound digital display inset in the base front left showing numeric temperature and a small unit label; display has a black face with a thin red circular ring.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.68 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Display text 1“200”
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x 0.17 · y 0.70 · w 0.09 · h 0.07 (high) - Display text 2“6F”
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x 0.19 · y 0.75 · w 0.06 · h 0.04 (high) - Small display annotation“205”Partial
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x 0.18 · y 0.69 · w 0.04 · h 0.03 (medium)
Other
Minimal white background with soft top lighting; product centered in frame, slight shadowing beneath base; image cropped closely with generous white space around product.
- Shot compositionTop-down centered composition showing the kettle and base from above with even white background.
- Background and lightingUniform bright white background with soft diffuse lighting and faint soft shadow immediately under the base.
- Image cropProduct is fully visible with space above where the cord exits; outer image margins contain empty white space.
Colors
matte white· kettle body, lid, handle, base#D3D3D3black with red accent· display facestainless silver· gooseneck spout interior#CDCDCD- Overall shapeSquare base with a circular kettle body and a central circular lid; kettle sits centered on the base.
Reddit Insights
6 threads · r/pourover, r/Coffee, r/tea, r/JamesHoffmannReddit's overall sentiment on the Fellow Stagg EKG/Pro is mixed: it's widely praised for its beautiful design and exceptional pour-over performance, but criticized for its high price, slow flow for other uses, and occasional reliability concerns.
Many users love the aesthetics and pour control, but a substantial number highlight the high cost, slow pour rate for non-coffee applications, and reports of failures after a few years.
Themes
Use Cases
- Pour-over coffee
- Tea (gong fu etc., but often deemed too slow)
- French press
- Baking / precise measuring
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Bonavita
Bonavita is cheaper and faster but Stagg has better pour control, aesthetics, and doesn't shut off when lifted. Many consider Stagg an upgrade.
vs OXO
OXO is cheaper and heats more quickly, but Stagg offers superior pour precision and premium build.
vs Cosori
Cosori is a budget-friendly gooseneck kettle with accurate temperature, but lacks the premium design and feel of the Stagg.
vs Timemore Fish
Timemore Fish is a competent alternative but doesn't feel as premium; its gooseneck design is slightly different.
Source Threads
Balanced take on value and user experience
I do think a lot of their stuff is overpriced but they have great looking products and that matters to people. Quality wise, I would say you can get an equally reliable kettle with the same features...but not always the same user experience and yes, that matters too. It is also the number one kettle I see in shops. Some people don't like the flow control (and I hate it when I need it for applications other than pour over) but it works. It goes more than fast enough and it is super easy to control the flow.
u/Polymer714r/pouroverView thread →
Design and build quality praised, minor lid complaint
It's a kettle. You pay for the design, and some conveniences. I personally think the build quality is great (except the lid). I have mine for many years and love it. Keeping temperature without worry if there is water in the kettle or not. Satisfying button. For me it's worth the money especially since I think it's just good looking compare to others.
u/oschrenkr/pouroverView thread →
Extensive personal review: pros and cons
Its my go to for all pours, from French Press to V60. It replaced a bunch of others I had, Cusinart, Hario, Bonavita and a cheap variable temp I got as a gift. The good things about it are quality, design and function. In my opinion it has the most intuitive controls and PID is really exact and its quick. I love the hold switch and timer. The bad is that it gets dirty easier, I have the black one and I should have gone for the white or polished stainless. Its also the slowest of any kettle I have tested, but in my case I preferred the precision control over speed. Its the priciest of them all. Is it worth it? To me it is. Any tool I use everyday is worth to invest in it a little bit more. Its a solid kettle, functions really well and I look at this thing every time Im in my kitchen and love its looks, something I never loved about the others I had.
u/AllThatIsSolidMeltsr/CoffeeView thread →
Research summary recommending Corvo for tea
I did very extensive research on temperature control kettles. I was even ready to drop some big bucks. But I learned that they either suck or, even if they don’t, they’re just not worth it, and didn’t move forward. To start, yes Fellow is probably the best option among temp control + temp maintaining kettles. If you’re set on it, go with it. Within Fellow, if you’re using it for tea, I subjectively recommend Corvo for faster pour. Stagg pour is painfully slow and impacts the control you have over your brew.
u/Simiramr/teaView thread →
Industry adoption and proven reliability
For what it's worth, I attend a lot of industry events and every roaster, equipment manufacturer, supplier and social media personality uses one. It's a proven kettle with solid build quality. I've had my original EKG for over 5 years without any issues.
u/mmarktfsir/pouroverView thread →
Long-term ownership experience with pros and cons
In conclusion, if I were to buy a new kettle now, I would buy something else, IF I could find a kettle that would seem to be of good quality and look nice. But if the options are the same they were 2 years ago, would still buy Stagg EKG because of the looks. I don't want an ugly kettle on my tabletop.
u/[deleted]r/JamesHoffmannView thread →