Coffee Maker Summaries

Technivorm Moccamaster

• Pros:
  • Durable and long-lasting.
  • Easy to use and repair.
  • Quality brew and efficient.
• Cons:
  • Expensive.
  • Takes up counter space.
  • Similar coffee quality to cheaper options.
• Comments suggest it is a status symbol in Finland and popular in the Reddit coffee community.

OXO 8 Cup Drip / Pour Over Options

• Pros:
  • Nice features and very fresh coffee.
  • Simple push-button operation.
• Cons:
  • Hidden features.
  • OXO grinder recommended for fresh coffee.
• Alternative methods like French Press, Aeropress, and Pour Over are also favored, offering simplicity and a good cup of coffee.

French Press / Aeropress / Pour Over

• Pros:
  • Simple and meditative process for a great cup of coffee.
  • No need for electricity.
• Cons:
  • Requires manual effort, not automatic.
• Gold mesh filter or cheesecloth can reduce disposable paper filter use and costs.

Bunn Velocity

• Pros:
  • Very reliable and simple.
  • Keeps hot water on demand.
• Cons:
  • May not last a lifetime.
  • Limited features compared to other options.

Keurig / Espresso Machines

• Not directly covered in study, but questions raised about pod machines and espresso in relation to the cholesterol-elevating substances found in workplace coffee machines.

Boiled Coffee / Generic Paper Filters

• Pros:
  • Potentially lower cholesterol-elevating substances.
  • Easy to use if limited options available.
• Cons:
  • Possible negative health effects.
  • Chemistry of different coffee types may vary.

Overall Trends

• Some users prefer more environmentally friendly options like thrift store finds or metal French Presses.
• Concerns about potential negative health impacts of certain brewing methods.
• Criticisms of the study methodology questioning sample sizes and overall conclusions.