# Hourglass Coffee Machines This Automatic Coffee Machine by Chemex Boasts Ultra Precise Brewing By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-12-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-coffee-machine References: [sprudge](http://sprudge.com/chemex-automatic-coffee-maker-ottomatic.html) & [chemexcoffeemaker](http://www.chemexcoffeemaker.com/) [Chemex's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-funnex-filter-drip-coffeemaker) Ottomatic Coffeemaker is an impressive [automatic coffee machine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vertuo-up-machine) that promises to have precision like no other. One of the most unusual things about this coffee maker is its hourglass shape, which works with a thicker-than-usual filter to bring out the best of a brew. What gives this impressive coffee machine its $350 price tag are the [temperature controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delonghi-primadonna-aromatic) that heat water to a specific range between 197.6°F and 204.8°F, technology that regulates the volume and timing of water flow, plus a hot plate that keeps brewed coffee at the perfect temperature between 176°F and 185°F. Introduced as a high-tech and high-end concept coffee machine, this automatic coffee maker is exclusively available through Chemex for pre-order and shipping in January. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 78% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Kitchen](https://www.trendhunter.com/kitchen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Precision Brewing:** Developing coffee machines with precise temperature controls and water flow regulation opens up opportunities for creating the perfect brew. - **High-tech Coffee Machines:** The rise of technology in the coffee industry presents disruptive innovation opportunities for creating advanced automatic coffee machines. - **Exclusive Coffee Makers:** Creating limited edition or exclusive coffee machines can cater to a niche market and offer unique selling points. ### Where This Applies - **Coffee Machine Manufacturing:** Innovations in temperature controls and water flow regulation can revolutionize the coffee machine manufacturing industry. - **Home Appliance Retail:** The demand for high-tech and precision-based coffee machines provides opportunities for retailers specializing in home appliances. - **Coffee Subscription Services:** Exclusive coffee makers can be partnered with coffee subscription services to offer premium, limited edition coffee experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ritual-Driven Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ratio-eight-series-2-coffee-machine.md) - [Automated Pour-Over Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xbloom-allinone-coffee-machine.md) - [Precision Power-Over Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hiroia-hikaru-v60-smart-brewer.md) - [Character Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-moky.md) - [Barista-Inspired Espresso Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meticulous-espresso.md) - [Single-Cup Workstation Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brewster-dcm5000.md) - [Total Customization Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-coffee-espresso-machine.md) - [Automated Barista Coffee Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breville-oracle-jet.md) - [Luxe Low-Power Espresso Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-espresso-machine-and-frother.md)