It seems every few months someone asks for recommendations of a new coffee maker. Technivorm Moccamaster seems to be the best choice. I agree.
Here is an interesting video I think you’ll like. Its very current info, video is 3 days old. I like the other info she provides. I like the other 2 choices.
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December 12, 2022, 10:09 PM
Pipe Smoker
I watched the video. And I’ll stick with my Nespresso Pixie, which I’ve used for more than ten years. I usually make lungos (an espresso with a bit more water run through the ground coffee). Different strokes for different folks, but that’s mine.
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December 12, 2022, 11:33 PM
tatortodd
Long-term, satisfied Technivorm owner here.
I bought my Dad the 8 cup Technivorm thermal carafe model for father's day '11, and liked it so much that I bought myself one in '12 with my tax refund. The only "flaw" was the 8 cup was a little small when company was visiting so I bought myself the 10 cup thermal carafe.
When I bought my Dad his Technivorm we did a taste test against his Mr Coffee using the same coffee. The Technivorm extracted much more flavor from the coffee. Didn’t have a thermometer handy but the Technivorm was definitely warmer which is why one reason it had a SCA certification and the Mr Coffee didn’t.
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December 13, 2022, 12:00 AM
erj_pilot
DAMN YOU GUYS!!! Guess I’ll be spending more Merry Christmas to me holiday bucks!
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December 13, 2022, 05:49 PM
snwghst
Or have your own barista in the kitchen and get a Jura
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December 13, 2022, 06:03 PM
Beancooker
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Originally posted by snwghst: Or have your own barista in the kitchen and get a Jura
By far, one of the best push button espresso I have ever had. While it’s not going to pull shots like a $10k La Marzocco, it really made an incredible impression on me. I’m a very experienced barista, and it made a damn fine push button cup.
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December 13, 2022, 07:27 PM
tigereye313
Bought a refurb Moccamaster. They are spendy, but holy crap they make good coffee.
December 13, 2022, 07:58 PM
snwghst
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Originally posted by Beancooker:
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Originally posted by snwghst: Or have your own barista in the kitchen and get a Jura
By far, one of the best push button espresso I have ever had. While it’s not going to pull shots like a $10k La Marzocco, it really made an incredible impression on me. I’m a very experienced barista, and it made a damn fine push button cup.
My brother introduced me to his machine. I stalked the refurb site for months and caught a giga 6 mispriced late night and immediately ordered. When I woke up the pricing was fixed. They still sent me the machine $2500 less than normal refurb price. Running flawless still. I’m over 4000 drinks on the counter
The Technivorm and mazzer super jolly don’t get used much but still sit alongside
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December 14, 2022, 04:40 AM
valkyrie1
Have had the Moccamaster for around 8 years and it works very well. Can’t stand the carafe thou. Theres a brewing insert you need to make coffee, when its done you remove it and screw the cap on to keep the coffee hot. That cap is a royal pain in the a$$ to screw on, usually multiple attempts to line up the grooves. Otherwise we like it
December 14, 2022, 12:54 PM
1967Goat
You guys are killing me. My coffee maker recently crapped out and I've been looking for a new one. Who knew I needed a $300 coffee maker? I bought the Moccamaster Grand coffee maker, 60 oz.
I like the Keurigs and my K-cup with beans I grind.
I'm simple that way.
December 14, 2022, 01:14 PM
jer830
I use a mini Mr Coffee. I think I paid 19.00 for it at Wal-Mart a couple years ago. I have a Keurig machine but find the pods too expensive..
December 14, 2022, 01:18 PM
Patrick-SP2022
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Originally posted by 1967Goat: You guys are killing me. My coffee maker recently crapped out and I've been looking for a new one. Who knew I needed a $300 coffee maker? I bought the Moccamaster Grand coffee maker, 60 oz.
This is the one I have as well. Actually, I am on my second one. The first one had a switch fail after 5 years or so. I did not want to wait for parts, so I ordered up a new one and have the old one sitting in the closest as a project.
I would buy another one if this one wore out.
December 14, 2022, 01:22 PM
TMats
We bought a Moccamaster too, but the Zogirushi it replaced did not just quit working, so we were able to wait for “Prime Days” on Amazon and saved…30%, 40%?, I don’t remember. It was significant, and as is being pointed out repeatedly, this is an expensive coffee machine.
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December 14, 2022, 02:27 PM
SIGnified
10 yrs w a mochamaster
Popped in to see what I was missing … jura?
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December 14, 2022, 03:06 PM
Ogie
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Originally posted by SIGnified: 10 yrs w a mochamaster
Popped in to see what I was missing … jura?
Seems to be a little more expensive than the Mochamaster.
December 14, 2022, 05:25 PM
SIGnified
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Originally posted by Ogie:
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Originally posted by SIGnified: 10 yrs w a mochamaster
Popped in to see what I was missing … jura?
Seems to be a little more expensive than the Mochamaster.
Yeah … {looking down, kicking rocks} … I just spent my new espresso maker $$$ on a new custom ‘68 paisley telecaster build with a luthier in Maine. Started talking yesterday…
Jeez …
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December 14, 2022, 06:04 PM
Ironbutt
I've only ever heard positive things about the Mochamaster machines, and have seriously considered getting one many times. But it's hard for me to justify a several hundred dollar coffee machine when I only drink 2-3 cups a day, so I'll just stick with my French press & Aeropress.
I'm sure the machine is much more convenient, but I seriously doubt it can make a better cup of coffee than the presses.
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December 14, 2022, 06:10 PM
Speedbird
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Originally posted by Ironbutt: I've only ever heard positive things about the Mochamaster machines, and have seriously considered getting one many times. But it's hard for me to justify a several hundred dollar coffee machine when I only drink 2-3 cups a day, so I'll just stick with my French press & Aeropress.
I'm sure the machine is much more convenient, but I seriously doubt it can make a better cup of coffee than the presses.
Ditto that^. I'm a 1 liter french-press every morning guy myself.
I've looked at their site many times... Now if one of those "Refurb" models were every actually in stock... I would probably drop 2 bills on that mini 1 cup model.