The Pour Over gives you more control over all of the variables, so it's easier to get a much better cup of coffee. The majority of auto-drop machines don’t extract at the right temperature, extract too fast or don’t evenly extract the grounds. The Pour Over allows you to control all of that and also adjust the process for your personal preferences (strength, bitterness, etc). It’s also portable, and you can brew right into the cup you’re taking with you for the day.