Kalita Wave 185 Coffee Dripper
- For 2 to 4 persons, 750 milliliters
- Ceramic Wave series 185 dripper
- Reusable filter type listed
- 11.36 ounces
- Not dishwasher safe
- Japan import model 02035
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A ceramic Wave dripper sized for two to four people, designed so coffee does not sit in the filter for long. It is a manual brewer, and the wattage row in the listing is clearly an error.
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ASIN: B004W5JHXUModel: Wave 185Category: Pour Over Coffee Makers
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A kitchen counter or office desk with a kettle nearby is where this Kalita Wave dripper gets used, brewing a few cups by hand. The wave design stops coffee from lingering in the filter zone, which the copy says gives less extraction of unwanted flavors.
The ceramic build and the wave shaped filter zone aim at a clean cup for a small group. The limitation is a thin listing with a Japan import label and a wattage row that makes no sense for a manual dripper.
Who it's for
Home brewers who make several cups at a time by hand will find the size right. Anyone who wants an electric brewer, or a dripper that can go in the dishwasher, should choose another product.
Pros and cons
- Sized for several cups
- Wave shaped filter zone
- Reusable filter type listed
- Not dishwasher safe
- Wattage row is a listing error
- Japan import labeling
Performance notes
The wave zone limits how long coffee stays in the filter, and the copy says that gives less extraction of the miscellaneous ingredients so the taste comes through clean. Pour speed and grind still decide strength. The listing shows no flow rate.
Specifications
| Brand | Kalita |
|---|---|
| Model | Wave 185 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 11.36 ounces |
| Size (Mm) | 143 × 116 × 80 weight: 320g |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 750 millilitershigher than 66% of 33 pour over coffee makers |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Ceramic |
| Color | White |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Filter |
| Other details | |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Coffee Maker Type | Manual drip |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | No |
| Serves | 2 to 4 persons |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Model | 02035 |
| Number Of Respondents | 2 to 4 people |
| Producing Country | Japan |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Kalita Wave 185 electric?
No. The listing gives the operation mode as manual. The wattage row appears to be a listing error.
Can the Kalita Wave 185 go in the dishwasher?
No. The listing answers no on dishwasher safe.
How many people does the Kalita Wave 185 serve?
The title says 2 to 4 persons, and the capacity is listed as 750 milliliters.
Does the Kalita Wave 185 include a filter?
The specs list a filter as an included component.