“I have the original 8 that I’ve had for 6 years. I decided to move my original to our other house and buy the new 8. Overall the new 8 is lighter - likely due to different materials used on the outside finish. Here are the things I love about the new 8
1. Larger thermal pot - helps to avoid spills
2. I love the design of the new pour on the thermal pot.
3. The stainless coffee basket and cap to retain heat.
4. Goes without saying but the design and quality of materials in and out
I bought the original due to the fact that no water touches plastics, for the overall design, and the fact that the product comes with a 5 year warranty. You are paying for a premium product without a doubt - but for something I use everyday the daily cost is minimal for a quality product that uses clean materials to avoid plastics exposure and delivers exceptional coffee.”
Hi Nathan,
Thanks so much for sharing what you love about the Ratio Eight Series 2! We’re thrilled to hear that you’ve noticed the improvements we made from the Original to the Series 2, while still getting to enjoy that classic design in your second space. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Cheers!
“We recently replace our original Ratio Eight with the new iteration and we love it. After some adjustments to our grind (the old machine used a cone shaped filter and the new one a basket filter and thus a slightly coarser grind), it makes the same amazing coffee that we've become accustomed to and that has ruined every other coffee for us!
The new Ratio Eight is much lighter than the original; it has a separate filter basket rather than simply using the neck of the carafe for the filter; the filter shape is a bit different; and there are more pieces to wash every morning. BUT the coffee is amazing!”
Hi Katrina, thank you for making the upgrade to the new Ratio Eight and for sharing such thoughtful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that, after dialing in your grind, you’re still getting the amazing coffee you’ve come to love—and we truly appreciate your notes on the design changes and cleaning routine. Happy brewing!
“When my wife mentioned a $800 coffee maker, I thought she had lost her mind. We had been using a Mocamaster for years, and the coffee had become so bitter that I even tried mushroom coffee. Determined to find a better solution, we decided to try the Ratio 8, the second version. To my astonishment, the coffee taste has been incredible. The simulated overpour technology is simply fantastic. I’ve rediscovered my love for coffee. The customer service has been exceptional in helping me achieve the perfect grind size. My only regret is all the coffee I used in my Mocamaster that tasted terrible, and I blamed the beans.”
“I had been using an OXO coffee machine, and was happy with it. The Ratio 8 Series 2 was purchased because of its plastic-free brewing, and because of its fine appearance. I hesitated because of the Ratio 8's substantial cost. After using the Ratio machine for a couple of weeks, I'm happy that I took the plunge. The machines thoughtful construction and simplicity of use justify the added cost. Always makes a great cup of coffee.”
“Hi Mark, I’ll likely start the process to return my machine. I moved the machine on the counter top and orange liquid came out the back. I’ve only had it for ~2 weeks and that seems a bit early for any build up so seems like something is just finicky.”
“I don’t see the value add from the 6 to the new eight Series 2. Besides the obvious design differences and the accessories like the new thermal carafe and metal brew basket, what makes it more than double the price of the six? I do not like now light it feels, it feels cheap for a $800 product. And it’s even more if you have to buy the thermal carafe. Maybe make the carafe included in the $800 ad a second option. It does make great coffee and I do think the water output is more constant t than the six. My six would not get a nice water to bean contact and I have to rotate it every time which was annoying. The eight series 2 was much better. If you make the eight using metal body and a glass water container, than I would think it’s worth the extra $$”
“The Ratio system is an excellent example of engineering meeting aesthetics. It manages to automate the pour-over process with impressive thermal stability and precise water distribution, which are vital for a consistent extraction. For those who appreciate professional-grade results without the manual variability, this machine is a standout addition to a high-performance kitchen.”
