This is a beautiful unit that has an amazing mix of materials and finish work. It does an excellent job of replicating a pour over better than any other unit on the market. I do think that for the price the machine is very sensitive mechanically and is sensitive to sensor issues. Also if you are looking for a very hot pot of coffee this unit does will not meet your expectations as it operates differently from a traditional percolator. If you are looking for a more consistent experience and hotter pot of coffee, go with the Ratio 6. If you want a large batch pour over and want a show piece on your coffee bar, go with the Ratio 8.