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#9 on this list
Ultralight Java Drip
GSI Outdoors
Best budget pick: a tiny drip cone that nests under a fuel canister.
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V60 Plastic Dripper 02
Hario
Best value classic: the V60 02 shape in light, unbreakable plastic for $13.
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Specs side by side
| Spec | Ultralight Java Drip | V60 Plastic Dripper 02 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 0.4 oz (11 g) | Approximately 3.6 oz (102 g) |
| Filter Material | Fine nylon mesh | — |
| Leg Material | Polypropylene plastic | — |
| Filter Type | Reusable integrated mesh | — |
| Pack Profile | Nests under standard fuel canister | — |
| Capacity | Single-serving brew (approx 8-12 oz) | — |
| Body Material | — | BPA-free polypropylene |
| Brew Capacity | — | 1 to 4 cups (02 size) |
| Country of Origin | — | Japan |
| Filter Compatibility | — | Hario V60 02 conical paper filters |
| Dishwasher Safe | — | Yes |
What our reviewers liked and didn't
Ultralight Java Drip
- Weighs less than half an ounce, adding near-zero weight to pack loads
- Nests cleanly onto the concave underside of an isobutane fuel canister
- Built-in reusable mesh cone eliminates the need for disposable paper filters
- Priced accessibly compared to silicone and titanium camp drippers
- Fine nylon mesh allows some particulate and silt through into the mug
- Cleaning spent grounds out of the mesh consumes precious drinking water
- Clips can slip off wide-rimmed camp cups if jostled during pouring
V60 Plastic Dripper 02
- Superior thermal retention compared to ceramic or glass versions
- Practically shatterproof construction survives drops and rough packing
- Exceptionally high cup clarity and flavor articulation when dialed in
- Remarkable value for a specialty coffee standard
- Extremely lightweight at roughly 3.6 ounces
- Rigid conical shape does not fold or pack down flat
- Unforgiving flow rate demands careful pouring and a consistent grind
- Requires specialized cone filters that must be packed out
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