The best coffee makers get you ready to go when you wake up. They also offer you moments of bliss and clarity during your midday slump.
So whether you need a single shot of espresso to start your day or a whole pot of coffee for visiting friends and family, we’ve got you covered with our roundup of the best coffee makers you can’t live without.
Best French Press: Fellow Clara French Press
For a more upgraded French press maker, we like this one from Fellow. It’ll look good on any counter with it’s matte black finish. Features include an agitation stick to break up grounds, enhanced filtration mesh to limit mud build-up on the bottom, and double-wall vacuum insulation to keep your coffee warm while brewing.
Best for Espresso: Nespresso Vertuo Coffee and Espresso Maker
If you like to enjoy espresso every once and a while, we’ll point you to this dual Nespresso maker. It’s got a 54 oz water tank, a 17-count used pods container, and even has an Aeroccino Milk Frother available for purchase if you wish to make some barista-grade drinks. The Nespresso Vertuo coffee maker makes five different cup sizes including single and double espressos, coffee, XL cups.
Most Portable: Snow Peak Collapsible Coffee Drip
Supremly portable and affordable, this coffee drip from Snow Peak is perfect to take with you on the go. All you have to do is open up the stainless steel dripper, put in your coffee filter, and rest it on top of your mug.
SHOP snow peak coffee drip
Best for Pour-Overs: Pure Over All Glass Pour-Over + Mug Set
This pour-over set from Pure Over streamlines the pour-over coffee process with its all-glass construction and versatility. The set’s design makes it so you can use the bottom part as a mug, or you can set the top section on another mug in your cabinet if you wish to make multiple cups for guests.
SHOP pure pour-over set
Best Bang for Your Buck: Mr. Coffee Maker 12 Cup Coffee Maker
Mr. Coffee has you set up and ready to go with this twelve-cup coffee maker. It might not give you anything fancy, but it’s a coffee maker that gets the job done.
Best Two-Way Brewer: Hamilton Beach Two Way Brewer
Use it to make a single cup or to expand and brew an entire pot. Excellent for when you have unexpected guests or when you know you’re going to need multiple cups to get you through your day.
More Great Coffee Makers
Veken French Press Coffee Maker
French Press makers are unmatched in a lot of ways. They’re incredibly easy to use, and you get a full cup of coffee by allowing the grounds to really release their flavor. We like this vintage-inspired one from Veken.
Hario V60 Arm Stand with Glass Dripper Pour-Over Set
Hario products are often touted as a leading brand in the coffee industry and it’s no wonder why. This glass dripper is made with stainless steel and heatproof glass to ensure a quality pour-over that’s bold and full of flavor.
SHOP hario v60 pour-over set
Cuisinart Perfectemp Coffee Maker
This is the setup for anyone who needs their brew programmed just the way they want it. Set the timer for it to brew right in time for your wake-up every day and have a cup ready to go as soon as you get to the kitchen.
Keurig K Mini Coffee Maker
Make a quick cup anytime you want without having to worry about dumping half of it out later. It’s a solid choice for those looking to save space in their kitchen.
Mueller Ultimate Single Serve Coffee Maker
You can trust the Austrians when it comes to making a smooth cup of coffee. Designed to be compact and efficient, this will get you your morning cup rain or shine.
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