Brewing coffee using a French press isn’t just for coffee snobs. Using a French press gives you complete control over your coffee brew using one of the simplest methods for brewing coffee. When you use a high-quality FrenchpPress, you can produce a strong robust cup. French presses are among the easiest methods for brewing coffee, but being a manual method, you can’t just brew it and walk away. You need to stay close by to extract your coffee at the right time.

In this article, you’ll learn about nine of the best French press coffee makers available.

9 Best French Press Coffee Makers

1. Bodum 1928-16US4 Chambord French Press

Pros:

  • Impressive durability for a glass French press
  • Recyclable
  • (Mostly) Dishwasher safe
  • Many customization options
  • Glass beakers allow you to see the drink as it brews
  • The plunging mechanism is quieter than the plunger on a stainless steel press

Cons:

  • Contains plastic (BPA-free still though)

This simplistic glass French press is inexpensive and effective. The shatterproof SAN carafe is touted as being recyclable and thus contributing to a greener cup of coffee! For those looking to upgrade their kitchen in a more environmentally friendly way, this French press offers a spectacular option to do so. The design is minimalist (it does not even have measurement lines on the glass) with a beaker supported by a chrome frame. Most of the French press is dishwasher safe (all except the frame and lid), which makes for an extremely simplistic cleaning process. There are six different customization options: black, chrome, copper, cork, matte chrome, and white. The cork top proves to be an interesting option for those looking to add a unique aesthetic piece to their kitchen. It also comes in varying sizes of 12 oz, 17 oz, 34 oz, and 51 oz. One potential downside to this product is the inclusion of plastic which cannot easily be removed underneath the lid. The plastic is of course BPA-free, but still part of the product. For those looking to avoid plastic entirely, this french press is not recommended. However, otherwise, this is an amazing product with an aesthetic design. Overall, this french press would be a great addition for anyone looking to start, or continue, brewing coffee using this method!

2. Mueller French Press

Pros:

  • Companion coffee canister included
  • Double filter to keep out coffee grounds from your drink
  • Double insulated wall to keep drink warm
  • Dishwasher safe
  • Cheap price without sacrificing quality
  • Stainless Steel beakers are more durable than glass
  • No plastic

Cons:

  • No customization options
  • No replacement filters
  • Can’t see drink or measurements like you can with glass carafes (no “window” to drink)
  • Noisier than glass when plunging

Coming in as one of the most inexpensive 32 ounce French presses, this stainless steel French press is a true bargain! The design and customization options are minimal as it comes in one style: stainless steel. Every part of it comes in stainless steel which gives it a sleek silver look. With the modern aesthetic of the stainless steel, most may even want to leave it out on display. The filter is designed to be stronger (it has a double filter) than other models and filter out almost all of the coffee grounds successfully. Additionally, this product comes with a companion coffee canister (stainless steel of course) to take coffee beans/grounds on the go. With a heavily insulated material (double wall), this product can keep coffee warm 60 minutes longer than most other products can. It is also dishwasher safe, so the cleaning process is extremely simple. One downside to this french press is that it does not seem to come with replacement filters and there have been complaints about the filters breaking after repeated use. However, the product itself does have a double filter (as mentioned previously), so this should expand the lifespan of it. This product has amazing value that would make a great addition to any kitchen needing a device to easily make coffee.

3. Veken French Press

Pros:

  • Cheap (without sacrificing quality)
  • Comes with other coffee brewing tools included
  • Measurements written on carafe
  • Glass beakers allow you to see the drink as it brews
  • The plunging mechanism is quieter than the plunger on a stainless steel press

Cons:

  • Risk of shattering if dropped (not as durable as stainless steel french presses)
  • Contains plastic (BPA-free though)
  • Not dishwasher safe

This French press comes with other coffee brewing necessities such as measuring devices, a milk frother, extra French press filters, and a special cleaning tool. On the beaker there are measurements written on the outside so you can easily measure how much coffee is being made. The three sizes it comes in are 12 oz, 21 oz, and 34 oz. The beaker is made of borosilicate glass which is said to dampen the noise made by the plunger and filter scraping against the beaker (which can be a real annoyance with metallic French presses). The handle and support around the French press is metallic and minimal. These parts can be removed from the beaker for an easy cleaning. It is recommended that it is hand washed instead of placed in the dishwasher, but the entire product disassembles for easy cleaning. One potential issue that some buyers may have with this product is the fact that there is a plastic lip (it is BPA-free though) underneath the lid of the press. However, this plastic piece is removable for those looking to avoid plastic. Furthermore, of the four customizations (copper, black, silver, stainless steel), it does seem as though the stainless steel customization comes entirely without plastic (except for the handle of course), but this customization does not include the milk frother nor one of the measuring devices. Overall, thisFfrench press is an amazing value buy and offers a fantastic bundle of products to help jumpstart your coffee brewing.

4. Secura French Press

Pros:

  • Extra filter included
  • Top quality stainless steel on both inside and outside
  • Dishwasher safe
  • Double insulated wall to keep drink warm
  • Stainless Steel beakers are more durable than glass
  • No plastic

Cons:

  • Can’t see drink or measurements like you can with glass carafes (no “window” to drink)
  • Noisier than glass when plunging

This stainless steel French press brews 50 ounces of coffee and has three customization options of 17 oz, 34 oz, and 50 oz. It comes with a typical filter system, but it includes a bonus filter to use when the other one wears out (or to be used together for stronger filtration). The quality of this French press is top notch as it is made with 18/10 stainless steel on both the outside and the inside of it (most use this only for the interior). This double-wall feature also keeps the drink insulated and warm while brewing. The quality stainless steel on both the interior and the exterior not only goes a long way in brewing the perfect cup of coffee, but it also makes the press look very aesthetically pleasing. It would fit well in a modern kitchen with its sleek, quality design. As is sometimes a concern with french presses that are entirely stainless, some may wonder about the safety of the handle when the device heats up. However, this French press offers a “cool touch handle” that allows for easy and safe pouring. Even the cleaning of it is easy as it is entirely dishwasher safe. This is an extremely high quality french press with very few downsides to it. If you prefer stainless steel french presses (over glass ones), you can’t go wrong with this one.

5. Bodum Columbia Thermal French Press

Pros:

  • Top quality
  • Aesthetically pleasing
  • Stainless Steel beakers are more durable than glass
  • No plastic

Cons:

  • High price point
  • Can’t see drink or measurements like you can with glass carafes (no “window” to drink)
  • Noisier than glass when plunging

One of the most expensive options on this list, this stainless steel French press may seem pricey, but it is absolutely gorgeous. The design is entirely unique with a curved carafe and a lid that sits perfectly atop without drawing too much attention. The plunger has a unique handle that sticks out a bit horizontally and adds another unique feature to the design. This is definitely a French press you would want to be showing off on display in your kitchen! In terms of the functionality of it, it certainly doesn’t disappoint here either. The lid is specially designed to help prevent spills from occurring to improve the overall safety of the press, and also keeps the device well insulated when being used. The walls are also insulated extremely well to keep your beverage at the perfect temperature while it brews (and can even keep it warm for two hours afterwards). This press is completely dishwasher safe making the cleanup process an easy one as well. Overall, the biggest downside to this product is the price point in comparison to other similar products. However, the gorgeous design makes a strong argument in support of the increased price point of this product. For those looking to add a french press that doubles as an extremely functional product as well as a stunning piece of kitchenware, this product is well worth the price being asked.

6. OXO Brew French Press

Pros:

  • “GroundsLifter” feature that makes cleaning the coffee grounds out easy
  • Glass beakers allow you to see the drink as it brews
  • The plunging mechanism is quieter than the plunger on a stainless steel press

Cons:

  • Risk of shattering if dropped (not as durable as stainless steel french presses)
  • No customization options
  • Not dishwasher safe
  • Contains plastic (BPA-free though)

OXO is one of the most well respected kitchenwares brand. What makes this French press unique is its “GroundsLifter” feature that allows for the coffee grounds to be easily lifted out of the French press after the brew. For anyone who has cleaned a French press in the past, trying to get all of those stubborn coffee grounds out can be a real frustration, so this design is an ingenious way to make the cleanup process a lot easier. There are no customization options for color or size. It comes with a 32 oz glass carafe and steel base that wraps around it. There are no measurements printed on the glass. This product is not recommended to be washed in the dishwasher, but instead should be hand washed. However, this is not too much of a downside with this particular French press because the “GroundsLifter” design makes cleaning it quite simple. Additionally, all of the parts can be unattached for a deeper cleaning whenever necessary. In terms of plastic, there are parts of plastic (BPA-free though) that come in contact with the drink being made (the GroundsLifter itself is plastic). This could present an issue for buyers looking to avoid all plastic parts. Overall, this is a relatively simple glass French press, but the feature that really makes it unique and separates it from other products is the “GroundsLifter” feature which will make your life cleaning it so much simpler!

7. KONA French Press

Pros:

  • Starter kit customization options (includes actual coffee, coffee grinder, and mug)
  • Glass beakers allow you to see the drink as it brews
  • The plunging mechanism is quieter than the plunger on a stainless steel press
  • Sturdy shell surrounding glass improves durability

Cons:

  • Risk of shattering if dropped (not as durable as stainless steel french presses)
  • Plastic lid (BPA-free though)

The KONA glass French press is a great overall press to make coffee with. The customization options for this one are a bit unique. It has the classic size options of 12 oz and 34 oz, but it also includes “gift set” customization options which include actual coffee to help you get started with coffee brewing. Furthermore, one set even comes with a manual coffee grinder and custom mug. This product offers a great starter kit for those looking to get involved in french press coffee production. The French press itself comes in two color options: black and red. There are no measurements printed onto the glass, but a good portion of the glass is covered anyways. The glass carafe is surrounded by a plastic shell with a handle attached that provides for extra durability and ease of use. The lid of the press is in fact plastic as well, so for those looking to avoid plastic, this could create a potential issue. This product is quite easy to clean as it is dishwasher safe. Overall, this is quite a simple press with impressive durability for a glass carafe thanks to the sturdy plastic shell that surrounds most of it.

8. SterlingPro French Press

Pros:

  • Double filter to keep out coffee grounds from your drink
  • Double insulated wall to keep drink warm
  • Dishwasher safe
  • Large size option: 59 oz
  • Stainless Steel beakers are more durable than glass
  • No plastic

Cons:

  • Can’t see drink or measurements like you can with glass carafes (no “window” to drink)
  • Noisier than glass when plunging

The Sterling Pro French Press is a stainless steel 34 ounce press. They claim to be the first to utilize the two-filter method to help reduce the amount of coffee grounds that seep into one’s drink. Currently, they are even including two extra filters (to go along with the two they already give you) to use as replacements when the other ones wear out. Furthermore, the press has two walls of 18/10 stainless steel to help provide the best insulation for your drink, reduce the risk of rust anywhere on the press, and create an attractive, sleek finish. The durability of the Sterling Pro French Press is also even better because of the strength of the two walls, and this feature also reduces the risk of burns as it helps the outside of the press to stay cool while the inside stays warm. This product is dishwasher safe, which makes cleaning it an easy task! It has a few customization options that give the customer the choice of purchasing a press that is black (matte finish), grey (matte finish), or stainless steel (mirror finish). There are also three size options: 34 oz, 51 oz, and 59 oz. Overall, this is a well-rounded press that has impressive durability and has been popular on the Amazon market for quite some time because of this.

9. Coffee Gator French Press

Pros:

  • Matching coffee canister included with purchase
  • Unique “orange” customization option
  • Double filter to keep out coffee grounds from your drink
  • Vacuum-layered insulation to keep drink warm
  • Stainless Steel beakers are more durable than glass
  • No plastic

Cons:

  • Can’t see drink or measurements like you can with glass carafes (no “window” to drink)
  • Noisier than glass when plunging

The Coffee Gator French Press is a 34 oz stainless steel French press. This a durable press with vacuum-layered insulation that keeps your beverage warm for significantly longer than a glass press and also does not break as easily. The filter is strong as well with a double layer to help improve the efficacy of it and reduce the amount of unwanted coffee grounds that sneak into your drink. The lid seems to fit securely on top of the press which adds to the insulation potential as well. There are a few customization options offered to customers through being able to make a selection from three different colors: gray (matte finish), orange (matte finish), and silver (glossy finish). Each French press option comes with a matching canister that can be used to store coffee on the go. Orange is one of the more unique color designs available on the french press market, and Coffee Gator’s orange press makes for a great, bold piece of equipment. Overall, this press is an all-around quality product that will remain durable over a long period of time.