Best Stainless Steel and Silver Coffee Makers
Brewers in steel and silver, ranked from our reviews. This is one list rather than two because the distinction between brushed stainless, polished chrome and plain silver is a finish rather than a colour, and nobody choosing between them is choosing a different colour scheme. Steel is the finish that ages best: it does not fade, chip or yellow, and a scratch on it reads as use rather than damage. What it does show is fingerprints, and brushed hides them where polished does not, which is the only part of this decision worth thinking about twice.
Ranked by our review score, which is worked out from the specifications each maker publishes rather than from opinion, so you can open the arithmetic on any product page. Anything commercial is labelled and sits outside that order, and how we score explains what each criterion measures.
Ranked, and why
scored on what the maker publishes · open a row for the working1
Mixpresso Moka Pot9.3- Brew Quality (pressurised basket not published)
- 10.0
- Build Quality & Materials (gasket and replacement gasket sold not published)
- 7.5
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 9.0
- Heat Source Compatibility
- 10.0
- Value for Money
- 10.0
Weakest link: Build Quality & Materials (gasket and replacement gasket sold not published) — 7.5 of 10, carrying 20 of the 70.2 points scored here.
Brew Size5-6 to 12+ cupsCapacity651mlBody MaterialStainless steelInduction CompatibleYesRead review →PriceFrom $17.992
Easyworkz Pedro Moka Pot9.0- Brew Quality (pressurised basket not published)
- 10.0
- Build Quality & Materials (gasket and replacement gasket sold not published)
- 8.0
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 9.0
- Heat Source Compatibility
- 10.0
- Value for Money
- 7.2
Weakest link: Value for Money — 7.2 of 10, carrying 12 of the 70.2 points scored here.
Brew Size3-4 cups, 5-6 cupsCapacity266mlBody Material18/8 Stainless SteelInduction CompatibleYesRead review →PriceFrom $38.993
Easyworkz Diego Moka Pot8.9- Brew Quality (pressurised basket not published)
- 10.0
- Build Quality & Materials (gasket and replacement gasket sold not published)
- 8.8
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 8.5
- Heat Source Compatibility
- 10.0
- Value for Money
- 7.0
Weakest link: Value for Money — 7.0 of 10, carrying 12 of the 70.2 points scored here.
Brew Size3-4 to 12+ cupsCapacity651mlBody Material18/8 Stainless SteelInduction CompatibleYesRead review →PriceFrom $39.994
GROSCHE Milano Steel8.7- Brew Quality (pressurised basket not published)
- 10.0
- Build Quality & Materials (gasket and replacement gasket sold not published)
- 8.3
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 8.5
- Heat Source Compatibility
- 10.0
- Value for Money
- 6.2
Weakest link: Value for Money — 6.2 of 10, carrying 12 of the 70.2 points scored here.
Brew Size5-6 cups, 7-10 cupsCapacity562mlBody Material18/8 Stainless SteelInduction CompatibleYesRead review →PriceFrom $44.995
LuxHaus Moka Pot8.7- Brew Quality (pressurised basket not published)
- 10.0
- Build Quality & Materials (gasket and replacement gasket sold not published)
- 8.3
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 8.5
- Heat Source Compatibility
- 10.0
- Value for Money
- 6.0
Weakest link: Value for Money — 6.0 of 10, carrying 12 of the 70.2 points scored here.
Brew Size3-4 to 7-10 cupsCapacity444mlBody Material100% Stainless SteelInduction CompatibleYesRead review →PriceFrom $45.996
Secura Stainless Steel8.7- Brew Quality & Filtration (mesh fineness not published)
- 10.0
- Build Quality & Durability
- 6.9
- Heat Retention
- 10.0
- Ease of Cleaning
- 7.0
- Pour & Handling (weight not published)
- 8.3
- Value for Money
- 10.0
Weakest link: Build Quality & Durability — 6.9 of 10, carrying 20 of the 82.1 points scored here.
Brew Size3-4 to 12+ cupsCapacity1479mlBody Material18/8 Stainless SteelRead review →PriceFrom $27.997
Elabo Moka Pot8.5- Brew Quality (pressurised basket not published)
- 10.0
- Build Quality & Materials (gasket and replacement gasket sold not published)
- 7.5
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 9.0
- Heat Source Compatibility
- 5.0
- Value for Money
- 10.0
Weakest link: Heat Source Compatibility — 5.0 of 10, carrying 12 of the 70.2 points scored here.
Brew Size5-6 cups, 7-10 cupsCapacity444mlBody Material304 stainless steelInduction CompatibleNoRead review →PriceFrom $19.998
The London Sip8.5- Brew Quality (pressurised basket not published)
- 10.0
- Build Quality & Materials (gasket and replacement gasket sold not published)
- 8.0
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 5.0
- Heat Source Compatibility
- 10.0
- Value for Money
- 10.0
Weakest link: Ease of Use & Cleaning — 5.0 of 10, carrying 16 of the 70.2 points scored here.
Brew Size3-4 to 7-10 cupsCapacity562mlBody MaterialStainless steelInduction CompatibleYesRead review →PriceFrom $23.999
Frieling Double-Walled Stainless Steel French Press 36oz8.3- Brew Quality & Filtration (mesh fineness not published)
- 8.5
- Build Quality & Durability
- 9.0
- Heat Retention
- 10.0
- Ease of Cleaning
- 8.0
- Pour & Handling (weight not published)
- 8.3
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Value for Money (no price published) — 5.0 of 10, carrying 12 of the 82.1 points scored here.
Capacity1000mlBody MaterialDouble-walled brushed stainless steel throughoutRead review →PricePricing N/A10
Matiks Stainless Induction Cezve8.2- Heat Control & Brew Quality
- 5.6
- Build Quality & Materials
- 7.5
- Heat Source & Control
- 10.0
- Handling & Pouring
- 10.0
- Value for Money
- 9.0
Weakest link: Heat Control & Brew Quality — 5.6 of 10, carrying 26 of the 86.4 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $24.9911
Mueller French Press8.0- Brew Quality & Filtration (mesh fineness not published)
- 10.0
- Build Quality & Durability
- 6.8
- Heat Retention
- 10.0
- Ease of Cleaning
- 7.5
- Pour & Handling (weight not published)
- 7.5
- Value for Money
- 5.0
Weakest link: Value for Money — 5.0 of 10, carrying 12 of the 82.1 points scored here.
Brew Size3-4 cupsCapacity1000mlBody MaterialStainless steel, double-walledRead review →PriceFrom $59.9912
YETI Rambler 34oz French Press7.9- Brew Quality & Filtration (mesh fineness not published)
- 6.2
- Build Quality & Durability
- 9.1
- Heat Retention
- 10.0
- Ease of Cleaning
- 9.0
- Pour & Handling (weight not published)
- 7.5
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Value for Money (no price published) — 5.0 of 10, carrying 12 of the 82.1 points scored here.
Capacity1000mlBody Material18/8 kitchen-grade stainless steel, puncture, rust resistantRead review →PricePricing N/A13
Bialetti Venus Moka Pot7.8- Brew Quality (pressurised basket not published)
- 10.0
- Build Quality & Materials (gasket and replacement gasket sold not published)
- 8.0
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 5.0
- Heat Source Compatibility
- 10.0
- Value for Money
- 5.6
Weakest link: Ease of Use & Cleaning — 5.0 of 10, carrying 16 of the 70.2 points scored here.
Brew Size1-2 to 7-10 cupsCapacity562mlBody Material18/8 Stainless SteelInduction CompatibleYesRead review →PriceFrom $43.9914
Gourmia Electric Moka Pot Espresso Maker7.8- Brew Quality (pressurised basket not published)
- 8.6
- Build Quality & Materials (gasket and replacement gasket sold not published)
- 7.5
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 8.0
- Heat Source Compatibility
- 10.0
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Value for Money (no price published) — 5.0 of 10, carrying 12 of the 68.4 points scored here.
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Cuisinox Roma Stainless Moka Pot 4 Cup7.6- Brew Quality (pressurised basket not published)
- 8.6
- Build Quality & Materials (gasket and replacement gasket sold not published)
- 7.5
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 6.5
- Heat Source Compatibility
- 10.0
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Value for Money (no price published) — 5.0 of 10, carrying 12 of the 70.2 points scored here.
Body Material18/10 stainless steel, published as heat resistant, non-reactiveInduction CompatibleYesRead review →PricePricing N/A16
Utopia Kitchen Stainless Steel7.6- Brew Quality & Filtration (mesh fineness not published)
- 8.5
- Build Quality & Durability
- 6.9
- Heat Retention
- 10.0
- Ease of Cleaning
- 2.0
- Pour & Handling (weight not published)
- 8.3
- Value for Money
- 10.0
Weakest link: Ease of Cleaning — 2.0 of 10, carrying 14 of the 82.1 points scored here.
17
Breville Barista Pro7.3- Shot Quality & Extraction (non-pressurised basket, bottomless available and pump not published)
- 9.2
- Steam Power & Milk Texturing
- 6.2
- Build Quality & Durability
- 8.2
- Ease of Use & Learning Curve (shot timer, pressure gauge and pressurised basket not published)
- 5.4
- Maintenance & Cleaning (plumbable and bottomless not published)
- 10.0
- Workflow & Ergonomics (tank, footprint only)
- 8.3
- Value for Money
- 4.2
Weakest link: Value for Money — 4.2 of 10, carrying 10 of the 70.1 points scored here.
18
ESPRO P77.2- Brew Quality & Filtration (mesh fineness not published)
- 6.9
- Build Quality & Durability
- 6.9
- Heat Retention
- 10.0
- Ease of Cleaning
- 8.0
- Pour & Handling (weight not published)
- 8.3
- Value for Money
- 2.4
Weakest link: Value for Money — 2.4 of 10, carrying 12 of the 82.1 points scored here.
Brew Size5-6 cups, 7-10 cupsCapacity946mlBody MaterialPolypropylene, Stainless steelRead review →PriceFrom $114.9919
Tassimo Kenco Pure Colombian T Discs7.2- What Is In The Capsule
- 8.0
- Cost Per Cup, and Per Kilo
- 5.0
- Recycling & Disposal (home compostable and kerbside recyclable not published)
- 7.0
- System, Range & Availability
- 8.2
- Sourcing & Certification
- 8.4
Weakest link: Cost Per Cup, and Per Kilo — 5.0 of 10, carrying 22 of the 87.8 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $720
asobu Cold Brew Coffee Maker 40oz7.1- Brew Quality & Filtration
- 9.0
- Build Quality & Seal (replacement parts sold not published)
- 7.9
- Ease of Use & Cleaning (dishwasher safe only)
- 5.0
- Portability (weight not published)
- 5.8
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Ease of Use & Cleaning (dishwasher safe only) — 5.0 of 10, carrying 20 of the 74.2 points scored here.
21
Breville Infuser BES840XL7.0- Shot Quality & Extraction (non-pressurised basket, bottomless available and pump not published)
- 8.5
- Steam Power & Milk Texturing
- 5.6
- Build Quality & Durability
- 7.6
- Ease of Use & Learning Curve (shot timer, pressure gauge and pressurised basket not published)
- 3.1
- Maintenance & Cleaning (plumbable and bottomless not published)
- 5.8
- Workflow & Ergonomics (tank, footprint only)
- 6.7
- Value for Money
- 9.7
Weakest link: Ease of Use & Learning Curve (shot timer, pressure gauge and pressurised basket not published) — 3.1 of 10, carrying 12 of the 70.1 points scored here.
22
Driftaway Coffee Subscription7.0- Cancelling, Skipping & Getting Out
- 8.8
- Cost Per Bag, and Per Kilo
- 5.4
- Freshness & Roast Dates (roasted to order only)
- 5.0
- Choice & Personalisation
- 6.6
- What Actually Arrives
- 7.9
- Delivery & Straight Answers
- 8.0
Weakest link: Freshness & Roast Dates (roasted to order only) — 5.0 of 10, carrying 16 of the 84.6 points scored here.
Read review →PricePricing N/A23
SANQIAHOME Stainless Cezve with Lid7.0- Heat Control & Brew Quality
- 5.6
- Build Quality & Materials
- 6.9
- Heat Source & Control
- 4.5
- Handling & Pouring
- 9.4
- Value for Money
- 10.0
Weakest link: Heat Source & Control — 4.5 of 10, carrying 18 of the 86.4 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $16.5024
Bialetti Moka Express6.9- Brew Quality (pressurised basket not published)
- 7.1
- Build Quality & Materials (gasket and replacement gasket sold not published)
- 6.3
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 3.5
- Heat Source Compatibility
- 10.0
- Value for Money
- 8.5
Weakest link: Ease of Use & Cleaning — 3.5 of 10, carrying 16 of the 70.2 points scored here.
Brew Size1-2 to 12+ cupsCapacity887mlBody MaterialAluminiumInduction CompatibleYesRead review →PriceFrom $29.9925
Breville Barista Touch BES880BSS6.9- Shot Quality & Extraction (non-pressurised basket, bottomless available and pump not published)
- 6.5
- Steam Power & Milk Texturing
- 8.1
- Build Quality & Durability
- 8.2
- Ease of Use & Learning Curve (shot timer, pressure gauge and pressurised basket not published)
- 8.5
- Maintenance & Cleaning (plumbable and bottomless not published)
- 7.5
- Workflow & Ergonomics (tank, footprint only)
- 5.0
- Value for Money
- 3.4
Weakest link: Value for Money — 3.4 of 10, carrying 10 of the 70.1 points scored here.
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De'Longhi Dinamica LatteCrema Espresso Machine ECAM35075SI6.9- Drinks & Milk System
- 9.0
- Grinder & Grind Control
- 6.0
- Cleaning & Upkeep
- 10.0
- Ease of Use
- 8.1
- Capacity & Refills
- 4.0
- Value for Money
- 5.1
- Build Quality & Warranty
- 5.0
- Kitchen Fit & Noise
- 6.5
Weakest link: Capacity & Refills — 4.0 of 10, carrying 12 of the 100 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $1399.9527
Nespresso Creatista Plus6.8- Drink Quality (pump pressure not published)
- 6.3
- Capsule System & Choice
- 8.5
- Running Cost Per Cup (cost per cup not published)
- 10.0
- Ease of Use & Speed
- 6.0
- Build Quality & Reliability
- 6.0
- Maintenance & Cleaning
- 6.0
- Machine Value for Money
- 4.0
Weakest link: Machine Value for Money — 4.0 of 10, carrying 8 of the 87 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $269.9528
Wolf Gourmet 10-Cup Coffee Maker6.8- Brew Quality (SCA certified and brew temperature not published)
- 6.7
- Brewing Control & Programmability
- 7.5
- Build Quality & Durability
- 8.5
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 6.0
- Carafe & Heat Retention
- 10.0
- Capacity & Flexibility
- 6.5
- Value for Money
- 0.5
Weakest link: Value for Money — 0.5 of 10, carrying 10 of the 84.6 points scored here.
29
Coffee Gator French Press6.7- Brew Quality & Filtration (mesh fineness not published)
- 6.9
- Build Quality & Durability
- 6.9
- Heat Retention
- 10.0
- Ease of Cleaning
- 3.0
- Pour & Handling (weight not published)
- 6.7
- Value for Money
- 6.3
Weakest link: Ease of Cleaning — 3.0 of 10, carrying 14 of the 82.1 points scored here.
30
Tassimo Costa Americano T Discs6.7- What Is In The Capsule
- 7.0
- Cost Per Cup, and Per Kilo
- 5.0
- Recycling & Disposal (home compostable and kerbside recyclable not published)
- 7.0
- System, Range & Availability
- 8.2
- Sourcing & Certification
- 6.6
Weakest link: Cost Per Cup, and Per Kilo — 5.0 of 10, carrying 22 of the 87.8 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $931
IMEEA Tri-Ply Stainless Cezve6.6- Heat Control & Brew Quality
- 6.9
- Build Quality & Materials
- 6.2
- Heat Source & Control
- 7.3
- Handling & Pouring
- 5.6
- Value for Money
- 7.1
Weakest link: Handling & Pouring — 5.6 of 10, carrying 18 of the 86.4 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $25.9032
MARADO Stainless Cezve6.6- Heat Control & Brew Quality
- 6.2
- Build Quality & Materials
- 6.2
- Heat Source & Control
- 5.0
- Handling & Pouring
- 6.2
- Value for Money
- 10.0
Weakest link: Heat Source & Control — 5.0 of 10, carrying 18 of the 86.4 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $15.9033
Nespresso Pixie6.6- Drink Quality (pump pressure not published)
- 6.3
- Capsule System & Choice
- 7.0
- Running Cost Per Cup (cost per cup not published)
- 10.0
- Ease of Use & Speed
- 7.0
- Build Quality & Reliability
- 5.5
- Maintenance & Cleaning
- 4.0
- Machine Value for Money
- 7.0
Weakest link: Maintenance & Cleaning — 4.0 of 10, carrying 10 of the 87 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $14934
IMEEA Tri-Ply SUS304 Cezve 20oz6.5- Heat Control & Brew Quality
- 6.9
- Build Quality & Materials
- 6.2
- Heat Source & Control
- 7.7
- Handling & Pouring
- 5.0
- Value for Money
- 6.1
Weakest link: Handling & Pouring — 5.0 of 10, carrying 18 of the 86.4 points scored here.
Capacity600mlBody MaterialTri-ply: an 18/10 stainless interior, an aluminium core, a magnetic stainless exteriorInduction CompatibleYesRead review →PriceFrom $28.9035
Mattino Pro Mattinata Espresso Machine6.5- Shot Quality & Extraction (non-pressurised basket, bottomless available and pump not published)
- 5.0
- Steam Power & Milk Texturing
- 5.6
- Build Quality & Durability
- 4.8
- Ease of Use & Learning Curve (shot timer, pressure gauge and pressurised basket not published)
- 7.3
- Maintenance & Cleaning (plumbable and bottomless not published)
- 8.3
- Workflow & Ergonomics (tank, footprint only)
- 8.3
- Value for Money
- 10.0
Weakest link: Build Quality & Durability — 4.8 of 10, carrying 16 of the 70.1 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $159.9936
Primula Classic Stovetop Espresso Maker 12 Cup6.5- Brew Quality (pressurised basket not published)
- 7.1
- Build Quality & Materials (gasket and replacement gasket sold not published)
- 5.8
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 6.5
- Heat Source Compatibility
- 7.5
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Value for Money (no price published) — 5.0 of 10, carrying 12 of the 70.2 points scored here.
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Sanpyl Electric Turkish Coffee Pot 600ml6.5- Heat Control & Brew Quality
- 5.6
- Build Quality & Materials
- 6.2
- Heat Source & Control
- 8.3
- Handling & Pouring
- 6.2
- Value for Money
- 6.3
Weakest link: Heat Control & Brew Quality — 5.6 of 10, carrying 26 of the 86.4 points scored here.
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Cuisinart Coffee Center SS-4N16.4- Brew Quality (SCA certified and brew temperature not published)
- 6.7
- Brewing Control & Programmability
- 8.8
- Build Quality & Durability
- 6.5
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 7.5
- Carafe & Heat Retention
- 3.5
- Capacity & Flexibility
- 10.0
- Value for Money
- 0.8
Weakest link: Value for Money — 0.8 of 10, carrying 10 of the 84.6 points scored here.
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De'Longhi Magnifica Start Automatic Espresso Machine6.4- Drinks & Milk System
- 4.5
- Grinder & Grind Control
- 8.0
- Cleaning & Upkeep
- 5.0
- Ease of Use
- 5.4
- Capacity & Refills
- 6.5
- Value for Money
- 9.1
- Build Quality & Warranty
- 5.5
- Kitchen Fit & Noise
- 8.5
Weakest link: Drinks & Milk System — 4.5 of 10, carrying 16 of the 100 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $701.7140
Alessi Pulcina Stovetop Espresso Maker 3 Cup6.3- Brew Quality (pressurised basket not published)
- 7.1
- Build Quality & Materials (gasket and replacement gasket sold not published)
- 5.8
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 7.0
- Heat Source Compatibility
- 6.0
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Value for Money (no price published) — 5.0 of 10, carrying 12 of the 70.2 points scored here.
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Bonavita 8-Cup Coffee Maker6.3- Brew Quality (SCA certified and brew temperature not published)
- 10.0
- Brewing Control & Programmability
- 6.2
- Build Quality & Durability
- 7.5
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 5.5
- Carafe & Heat Retention
- 10.0
- Capacity & Flexibility
- 3.5
- Value for Money
- 1.6
Weakest link: Value for Money — 1.6 of 10, carrying 10 of the 84.6 points scored here.
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Breville Barista Express BES870XL6.3- Shot Quality & Extraction (non-pressurised basket, bottomless available and pump not published)
- 8.5
- Steam Power & Milk Texturing
- 5.6
- Build Quality & Durability
- 7.6
- Ease of Use & Learning Curve (shot timer, pressure gauge and pressurised basket not published)
- 5.4
- Maintenance & Cleaning (plumbable and bottomless not published)
- 5.0
- Workflow & Ergonomics (tank, footprint only)
- 5.0
- Value for Money
- 4.3
Weakest link: Value for Money — 4.3 of 10, carrying 10 of the 70.1 points scored here.
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Breville Precision Brewer BDC400BSS6.3- Brew Quality (SCA certified and brew temperature not published)
- 8.3
- Brewing Control & Programmability
- 8.8
- Build Quality & Durability
- 5.0
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 6.5
- Carafe & Heat Retention
- 3.5
- Capacity & Flexibility
- 7.5
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Carafe & Heat Retention — 3.5 of 10, carrying 13 of the 84.6 points scored here.
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Cuisinox Stainless Steel Turkish Cezve 24oz6.3- Heat Control & Brew Quality
- 5.6
- Build Quality & Materials
- 6.2
- Heat Source & Control
- 5.9
- Handling & Pouring
- 5.0
- Value for Money
- 9.4
Weakest link: Handling & Pouring — 5.0 of 10, carrying 18 of the 86.4 points scored here.
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Gevi 20Bar Super Automatic Espresso Machine6.3- Shot Quality & Extraction (non-pressurised basket, bottomless available and pump not published)
- 10.0
- Steam Power & Milk Texturing
- 4.4
- Build Quality & Durability
- 7.2
- Ease of Use & Learning Curve (shot timer, pressure gauge and pressurised basket not published)
- 5.4
- Maintenance & Cleaning (plumbable and bottomless not published)
- 5.0
- Workflow & Ergonomics (tank, footprint only)
- 5.0
- Value for Money
- 4.3
Weakest link: Value for Money — 4.3 of 10, carrying 10 of the 70.1 points scored here.
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Kalita Wave 185 Dripper6.3- Brew Quality & Consistency
- 6.7
- Flow Rate & Control (hole diameter not published)
- 6.4
- Build Quality & Durability
- 10.0
- Filter Availability & Cost (filter cost per 100 not published)
- 0.0
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Filter Availability & Cost (filter cost per 100 not published) — 0.0 of 10, carrying 14 of the 75 points scored here.
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De'Longhi Classic Signature Espresso Machine6.2- Shot Quality & Extraction (non-pressurised basket, bottomless available and pump not published)
- 5.0
- Steam Power & Milk Texturing
- 4.4
- Build Quality & Durability
- 7.2
- Ease of Use & Learning Curve (shot timer, pressure gauge and pressurised basket not published)
- 3.1
- Maintenance & Cleaning (plumbable and bottomless not published)
- 7.5
- Workflow & Ergonomics (tank, footprint only)
- 6.7
- Value for Money
- 10.0
Weakest link: Ease of Use & Learning Curve (shot timer, pressure gauge and pressurised basket not published) — 3.1 of 10, carrying 12 of the 70.1 points scored here.
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Krups Simply Brew 5-Cup Coffee Maker6.2- Brew Quality (SCA certified and brew temperature not published)
- 5.0
- Brewing Control & Programmability
- 5.0
- Build Quality & Durability
- 6.5
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 7.5
- Carafe & Heat Retention
- 3.5
- Capacity & Flexibility
- 6.0
- Value for Money
- 10.0
Weakest link: Carafe & Heat Retention — 3.5 of 10, carrying 13 of the 84.6 points scored here.
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Bodum Chambord French Press 34oz6.1- Brew Quality & Filtration (mesh fineness not published)
- 6.2
- Build Quality & Durability
- 9.0
- Heat Retention
- 0.5
- Ease of Cleaning
- 9.0
- Pour & Handling (weight not published)
- 8.3
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Heat Retention — 0.5 of 10, carrying 16 of the 82.1 points scored here.
Capacity1000mlBody MaterialHigh-heat borosilicate glass carafe in a chrome-plated stainless steel frameRead review →PricePricing N/A50
Cuisinart 14-Cup Programmable6.1- Brew Quality (SCA certified and brew temperature not published)
- 1.7
- Brewing Control & Programmability
- 7.5
- Build Quality & Durability
- 6.5
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 7.5
- Carafe & Heat Retention
- 4.5
- Capacity & Flexibility
- 9.0
- Value for Money
- 3.0
Weakest link: Brew Quality (SCA certified and brew temperature not published) — 1.7 of 10, carrying 22 of the 84.6 points scored here.
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Cuisinart SS-10P1 Single Serve Coffee Maker6.1- Drink Quality (pump pressure not published)
- 4.3
- Capsule System & Choice
- 8.5
- Running Cost Per Cup (cost per cup not published)
- 10.0
- Ease of Use & Speed
- 4.2
- Build Quality & Reliability
- 5.0
- Maintenance & Cleaning
- 6.5
- Machine Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Ease of Use & Speed — 4.2 of 10, carrying 14 of the 87 points scored here.
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De'Longhi Dedica EC680M6.1- Shot Quality & Extraction (non-pressurised basket, bottomless available and pump not published)
- 5.0
- Steam Power & Milk Texturing
- 5.6
- Build Quality & Durability
- 6.7
- Ease of Use & Learning Curve (shot timer, pressure gauge and pressurised basket not published)
- 3.1
- Maintenance & Cleaning (plumbable and bottomless not published)
- 6.7
- Workflow & Ergonomics (tank, footprint only)
- 5.0
- Value for Money
- 10.0
Weakest link: Ease of Use & Learning Curve (shot timer, pressure gauge and pressurised basket not published) — 3.1 of 10, carrying 12 of the 70.1 points scored here.
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OXO Brew Single Serve Pour-Over with Water Tank6.1- Brew Quality & Consistency
- 6.0
- Flow Rate & Control (hole diameter not published)
- 5.0
- Build Quality & Durability
- 6.0
- Filter Availability & Cost (filter cost per 100 not published)
- 10.0
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Flow Rate & Control (hole diameter not published) — 5.0 of 10, carrying 18 of the 75 points scored here.
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QUQIYSO French Press6.0- Brew Quality & Filtration (mesh fineness not published)
- 8.5
- Build Quality & Durability
- 6.9
- Heat Retention
- 0.5
- Ease of Cleaning
- 7.0
- Pour & Handling (weight not published)
- 7.5
- Value for Money
- 6.7
Weakest link: Heat Retention — 0.5 of 10, carrying 16 of the 82.1 points scored here.
Brew Size5-6 to 12+ cupsCapacity1508mlBody MaterialBorosilicate glass, Polypropylene, Stainless steelRead review →PriceFrom $33.2455
Arzum Cezve Electric Turkish Coffee Maker 600ml5.9- Heat Control & Brew Quality
- 5.6
- Build Quality & Materials
- 6.2
- Heat Source & Control
- 6.1
- Handling & Pouring
- 6.9
- Value for Money
- 4.5
Weakest link: Value for Money — 4.5 of 10, carrying 14 of the 86.4 points scored here.
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Caizen Stainless Steel Cezve5.9- Heat Control & Brew Quality
- 5.6
- Build Quality & Materials
- 6.2
- Heat Source & Control
- 4.5
- Handling & Pouring
- 6.9
- Value for Money
- 6.4
Weakest link: Heat Source & Control — 4.5 of 10, carrying 18 of the 86.4 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $24.9957
Breville Bambino Plus BES5005.8- Shot Quality & Extraction (non-pressurised basket, bottomless available and pump not published)
- 7.3
- Steam Power & Milk Texturing
- 6.2
- Build Quality & Durability
- 4.4
- Ease of Use & Learning Curve (shot timer, pressure gauge and pressurised basket not published)
- 6.2
- Maintenance & Cleaning (plumbable and bottomless not published)
- 5.0
- Workflow & Ergonomics (tank, footprint only)
- 6.7
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Build Quality & Durability — 4.4 of 10, carrying 16 of the 70.1 points scored here.
Read review →PricePricing N/A58
Café Du Chateau Stainless Steel5.8- Brew Quality & Filtration (mesh fineness not published)
- 8.5
- Build Quality & Durability
- 6.9
- Heat Retention
- 0.5
- Ease of Cleaning
- 7.0
- Pour & Handling (weight not published)
- 6.7
- Value for Money
- 5.4
Weakest link: Heat Retention — 0.5 of 10, carrying 16 of the 82.1 points scored here.
Brew Size7-10 cupsCapacity1005mlBody Material304 stainless steel, Borosilicate glassRead review →PriceFrom $37.9659
ETHNIQ Electric Turkish Coffee Pot 300ml5.8- Heat Control & Brew Quality
- 6.2
- Build Quality & Materials
- 6.2
- Heat Source & Control
- 5.0
- Handling & Pouring
- 6.9
- Value for Money
- 4.7
Weakest link: Value for Money — 4.7 of 10, carrying 14 of the 86.4 points scored here.
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Hakan Topkapi Stainless Cezve5.8- Heat Control & Brew Quality
- 5.6
- Build Quality & Materials
- 6.2
- Heat Source & Control
- 4.5
- Handling & Pouring
- 6.2
- Value for Money
- 6.5
Weakest link: Heat Source & Control — 4.5 of 10, carrying 18 of the 86.4 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $23.9961
OXO Brew 9-Cup Drip Coffee Maker5.8- Brew Quality (SCA certified and brew temperature not published)
- 6.7
- Brewing Control & Programmability
- 7.5
- Build Quality & Durability
- 5.0
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 5.5
- Carafe & Heat Retention
- 3.5
- Capacity & Flexibility
- 8.0
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Carafe & Heat Retention — 3.5 of 10, carrying 13 of the 84.6 points scored here.
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Rancilio Silvia Espresso Machine5.5- Shot Quality & Extraction (non-pressurised basket, bottomless available and pump not published)
- 5.0
- Steam Power & Milk Texturing
- 5.6
- Build Quality & Durability
- 7.2
- Ease of Use & Learning Curve (shot timer, pressure gauge and pressurised basket not published)
- 3.1
- Maintenance & Cleaning (plumbable and bottomless not published)
- 5.8
- Workflow & Ergonomics (tank, footprint only)
- 6.7
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Ease of Use & Learning Curve (shot timer, pressure gauge and pressurised basket not published) — 3.1 of 10, carrying 12 of the 70.1 points scored here.
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Jatisse 1L Stainless Cezve5.2- Heat Control & Brew Quality
- 5.6
- Build Quality & Materials
- 5.6
- Heat Source & Control
- 5.0
- Handling & Pouring
- 4.4
- Value for Money
- 5.4
Weakest link: Handling & Pouring — 4.4 of 10, carrying 18 of the 86.4 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $26.9964
Ninja CE2514.7- Brew Quality (SCA certified and brew temperature not published)
- 1.7
- Brewing Control & Programmability
- 6.2
- Build Quality & Durability
- 4.5
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 6.0
- Carafe & Heat Retention
- 3.5
- Capacity & Flexibility
- 6.5
- Value for Money
- 2.2
Weakest link: Brew Quality (SCA certified and brew temperature not published) — 1.7 of 10, carrying 22 of the 84.6 points scored here.
Read review →PriceFrom $89.9965
ESPRO P54.6- Brew Quality & Filtration (mesh fineness not published)
- 6.9
- Build Quality & Durability
- 6.9
- Heat Retention
- 0.5
- Ease of Cleaning
- 3.0
- Pour & Handling (weight not published)
- 8.3
- Value for Money
- 3.4
Weakest link: Heat Retention — 0.5 of 10, carrying 16 of the 82.1 points scored here.
Brew Size5-6 cups, 7-10 cupsCapacity946mlBody MaterialBorosilicate glass, Polypropylene, Stainless steelRead review →PriceFrom $49.9966
Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select 10-Cup4.0- Brew Quality (SCA certified and brew temperature not published)
- 5.0
- Brewing Control & Programmability
- 1.2
- Build Quality & Durability
- 6.5
- Ease of Use & Cleaning
- 3.0
- Carafe & Heat Retention
- 3.5
- Capacity & Flexibility
- 5.0
- Value for Money (no price published)
- 5.0
Weakest link: Brewing Control & Programmability — 1.2 of 10, carrying 16 of the 84.6 points scored here.
Stainless steel is the one entry on this list that is a material claim rather than a colour, which makes it the one where a listing can be wrong. A machine described as stainless steel may be steel throughout, steel on the panels the camera sees, or plastic printed to look like it.
How to tell what you are actually buying
Weight is the first signal and price is the second. Beyond those, most stainless is magnetic enough to hold a fridge magnet on a flat panel, and a plastic wrap will not. Manufacturers rarely lie outright; they describe a stainless steel accent or housing and let the photograph do the rest. Where a maker states the grade - 304 and 18/8 are the same thing, 18/10 is the same family - they are telling you it is real, because nobody quotes a grade for a laminate.
Fingerprints are the whole trade-off
Brushed steel shows prints along the grain and cleans with a wipe in the direction of that grain. Mirror-polished steel shows everything from every angle and is the reason so many kitchens have a cloth living next to the kettle. Where a machine offers both, brushed is the quieter object to own.
Why it matters beyond looks
Steel is inert, which is why every vacuum flask and most milk jugs are made of it. A steel body will not hold flavour, will not stain from coffee oils and will not soften near a heat source. For anything that holds hot liquid for hours - a thermal carafe above all - the material is doing work that the finish gets the credit for.
Common questions
Does stainless steel show fingerprints?
Polished does, brushed mostly does not, and that is the only part of this decision worth thinking about twice. Brushed hides prints along the grain and takes a wipe in one direction; polished chrome shows every touch and needs a cloth rather than a rinse.
Is stainless steel worth it over a painted finish?
For how it ages, yes. Steel does not fade, chip or yellow, and a scratch on it reads as use rather than damage, where a scratch through paint shows the colour underneath. It is also the finish most likely to still look right in ten years, which is not nothing on a machine you keep on the counter.
What is the difference between stainless, silver and chrome here?
A finish rather than a colour, so this is one page rather than three. Brushed stainless, polished chrome and plain silver paint are three different surfaces on the same idea, and nobody choosing between them is choosing a different colour scheme. The card says which one each machine is.
Are stainless steel coffee makers dishwasher safe?
The steel is; the machine usually is not. A steel milk jug, a steel filter basket and most stovetop pot bodies wash fine, though repeated dishwasher cycles dull a polished finish over time. Anything with electronics, a sealed handle or a printed panel is a hand-wash item regardless of what the body is made of.
Is a steel carafe better than a glass one?
For keeping coffee drinkable, yes, and it is not close. A vacuum-walled steel carafe holds temperature for hours with no heat applied, while glass on a hotplate keeps cooking the coffee and turns it bitter within about forty minutes. What you lose is the ability to see how much is left, which is why some machines put a window in the steel.