Contents
  1. Specifications
  2. Strengths and limitations
  3. Our recommendation

Quick verdict

The Buono is a simple stovetop gooseneck: a stainless steel body and lid, a phenol resin handle, a slim spout for controlled pouring, and a practical capacity of 800 ml (1.2 L nominal). There is no temperature control, hold or timer, so you heat it on the stove and use a thermometer or timing to hit a target temperature. It suits budget pour-over setups, and kitchens where a stove is closer than an outlet.

Buy it if

  • You want a gooseneck without another plug-in appliance.
  • You're comfortable using a thermometer.

Skip it if

  • You want set-and-forget temperatures; see the Stagg EKG Pro or COSORI.
  • You need a confirmed stove type; Hario's page doesn't list compatible stoves.
Countertop Coffee editorial score5.5/10
Best for
Pour-over on a budget, using your stove and a thermometer if needed.
Main compromise
No temperature control; check your stove type with Hario before buying.
Capacity
1.2 L nominal; 800 ml practical
Heat source
Stovetop (compatible stove types not listed on the page we read)
Materials
Stainless steel body and lid; phenol resin handle and knob

Specifications

Hario V60 Buono Kettle (1.2 L) specifications and where each figure comes from
SpecDetail and source
Capacity1.2 L nominal; 800 ml practicalManufacturer: Hario USA
Heat sourceStovetop (compatible stove types not listed on the page we read)Manufacturer: Hario USA
MaterialsStainless steel body and lid; phenol resin handle and knobManufacturer: Hario USA
Dimensions274 W × 144 D × 147 H mmManufacturer: Hario USA
Made inJapanManufacturer: Hario USA

Strengths and limitations

What stands out

  • No electronics to fail.
  • Slim spout for pour control, per Hario.
  • Made in Japan.

Limitations

  • No temperature control.
  • Stove compatibility is not listed on the page we read.

Our recommendation

I'd pick the Buono for a budget pour-over setup where a stove is handy and a thermometer is fine.

Check price on Amazon

Amazon listing: VKB-120HSV, silver, 1.2 L

Sources

  1. V60 "Buono" Drip Kettle 1.2L Silver — Hario USA. Manufacturer. Accessed September 26, 2026.