The best drip coffee makers
A great drip machine heats water to the right temperature, wets the grounds evenly and finishes in a reasonable time. These five do that well at different levels of features and budget.
| Model | Best for | |
|---|---|---|
| Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select | Best overall, built to last | Check price |
| OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker | Best for small batches and single mugs | Check price |
| OXO Brew 9-Cup Coffee Maker | Best programmable brewer | Check price |
| Breville Precision Brewer (and its successor, the Luxe Brewer) | Best for tinkerers | Check price |
| Ninja 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker (CE251) | Best budget-friendly pick | Check price |
Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select
A hand-built drip brewer from the Netherlands and a long-time favorite of coffee professionals.
Key features- SCA-certified brewer
- Copper heating element reaches proper brew temperature quickly
- Half-carafe and full-carafe settings
- Glass carafe with a hot plate that switches off automatically
- 5-year manufacturer warranty
Why we like it
- Exceptionally consistent results
- Simple, durable, repairable
Keep in mind
- No programmable timer
- Premium price
OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker
A compact, simple brewer that can make a single cup or a full carafe.
Key features- SCA-certified brewer
- Brews a single cup or 2–8 cups
- Double-walled thermal carafe (a glass-carafe version is also sold)
- Minimal, easy controls
Why we like it
- Very easy to use
- Good small-batch brewing
Keep in mind
- Water tank isn't removable
- No programmable timer
OXO Brew 9-Cup Coffee Maker
A larger SCA-certified OXO with a timer, so coffee is ready when you wake up.
Key features- SCA-certified brewer
- Programmable brew timer
- Larger carafe for households
- Rainmaker-style showerhead for even saturation
Why we like it
- Wake-up timer
- Strong specialty-coffee credentials
Keep in mind
- Takes more counter space
Breville Precision Brewer (and its successor, the Luxe Brewer)
A customizable drip machine with adjustable temperature, bloom time and flow, plus a cold brew mode.
Key features- Adjustable brew temperature, bloom and flow
- Large-batch capacity
- Cold brew setting
- Pour-over adapter compatible
Why we like it
- Huge control over the brew
- Big batches
Keep in mind
- More complex controls
- Large footprint
Ninja 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker (CE251)
A straightforward, programmable 12-cup machine for people who want reliable everyday coffee.
Key features- 12-cup glass carafe
- Programmable delay brew
- Removable water reservoir
- Brew-strength option
Why we like it
- Affordable and easy
- Programmable
Keep in mind
- Less refined extraction than SCA-certified models
Features are summarized from manufacturer specifications and published SCA certification listings; models and specs can change. Last checked: [DATE YOU VERIFIED]. [OPTIONAL: add your own hands-on testing notes]
How we chose
We prioritized brewers that meet the Specialty Coffee Association's home brewer standards or are consistently recommended by independent testers, and covered a range of needs: single cups, big batches, programmability and budget. Not sure what you need? Read the buying guide.
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