Two types of hole help brew quality coffee. There are holes of two different sizes on the Drip-Assist. These help you regulate your pouring speed.
No need for a gooseneck kettle. A gooseneck kettle is not needed as the small drops of water created by Drip-Assist ensure the ideal speed for brewing coffee.
Water flows into the central section when the outer ring is full. If you pour in too much water, it flows into the central section. You can use this function to help measure your recipe.