AeroPress reviews and discussion

4.6

94% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Portable, compact construction
  • Durable, near-indestructible build
  • Smooth, balanced coffee flavor
  • Fast, convenient brewing process
  • Occasional messy pressing cleanup
  • Sticky rubber gasket issue
  • Limited single-cup capacity
  • Learning curve for consistency

AeroPress earns strong reviews for producing smooth, flavorful single-cup coffee quickly, with standout portability, durability, and easy cleanup that make it a travel staple. Reviews also cite drawbacks: a learning curve, occasional mess and stickiness at the rubber gasket, limited capacity for multiple cups, and results that don’t fully replicate high-end espresso or French press richness.

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47 reviews and posts

  • AeroPress has been such a game-changer for me. I love to travel and I love coffee. And I'm not always able to find good specialty coffee when I travel, so I decided to buy a travel version of AeroPress. My trips have never been easier! No need to find a coffee shop, I can literally make coffee on the go. It took me some time to learn the basics, but the process was really fast. I love how compact and light it is. I can take it with me everywhere I go. An absolute must for my fellow coffee & travel enthusiasts!

  • I love using my AeroPress to make my morning coffee. It is one of the only ways that I ever make coffee. It makes a great cup of coffee quickly and I recommend this method to everyone I know!

  • Comfort, flexibility and practicality. It wins 10-0 for me against the French Press. The travel version is fantastic. Maybe I use too much of it.

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    Classic masterpiece.

  • I love my travel AeroPress. I've brought it to upwards of 20 countries. I love that it is 0 mess when I'm in an Airbnb or hotel without a kitchen. I also like how versatile it is - I can make yummy coffee with a variety of bean grinds and water temperatures. It has saved me hundreds of dollars by not buying coffee every day when I'm on the road for weeks or months at a time. I can't recommend this enough!

  • I love it. Such a good taste, and no excess waste. About 1 in every 10 times I use it I end up getting coffee all over the place, but that's more a me problem than anything else.

  • Makes a good cup of coffee but Is so annoying to use. I don’t want to deal with all of that & exert myself physically like that first thing in the morning. Is not a very accessible product for the elderly or disabled.

  • Perfect coffee maker for camping or life! It's super simple to use and doesn't take up a lot of room. It's fun to use as well and makes you feel like you're actually doing something instead of just flipping a switch to get your coffee. It can get a big messy if you aren't careful, but this is a great gift for any coffee lover who's interested in trying out new methods.

  • Use it every single morning and love it. Invested in a metal mesh instead of the paper disposables and it's well worth it. Had to replace the rubber plunger but that's rare after frequent use. Love it!

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    More flexibility around the size of cups used for the pressing. We love big mugs of coffee and need to use the funnel to press as such.

  • Who would've thought a frisbee maker could also bring a new brewing method to the coffee-world? The thing I like most about my AeroPress is the portability, I can bring it anywhere and be sure to get a great cup of coffee. I also love the ritual of it all and how hands-on it is.

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    I think a reusable metal filter should be the default, and cleaning is a little tedious with all the separate parts.

  • The AeroPress Original is a total game-changer for coffee lovers! It’s simple to use, easy to clean, and brews the smoothest, most flavorful cup of coffee I’ve ever had. Whether you like espresso-style shots, cold brew, or classic coffee, this little device does it all in just a few minutes. I love how portable and lightweight it is—perfect for home, work, or travel. Plus, the design is durable and built to last. It’s a must-have for anyone who appreciates great coffee without needing a fancy machine. If you’re looking for a quick, affordable way to make barista-quality coffee, the AeroPress is a must-try. Highly recommend!

  • We used our original AeroPress for many years and recently upgraded to the clear version given our old one was no longer maintaining the seal between the plunger and the brew column. The product is easy to use and makes excellent tasting coffee. We personally use the Fellow Prismo adapter with the AeroPress, which has a reusable stainless steel filter. Both my wife and I, and many of our family members and friends prefer the taste of AeroPress brewed coffee over other brewing alternatives such as Chemex, French press, and drip coffee.

  • i love my aeropress, it’s by far the most economical coffee making purchase i’ve ever made. I’ve had mine forever, still works great, has come with me on trips and as long as i have ground coffee and hot water and a stash of filters i’m good to go. Easy to use in a low key way but also can really be elevated with the right technique and measurements if you want to get fancy. I’ve recommended aeropresses to many people in my life!

  • Aeropress is one of my favorite product inventions of the last 50 years. It's distinct, effective, and affordable. I can't explain it, but you can't make a bad cup of coffee with the aeropress. Measure your coffee down to the gram, flip it upside down, agitate it halfway, or do whatever else some coffee influencer suggested and you'll end up with a cup that's only 10% better than if you blindly scooped coffee in with the included spoon and followed the recommended use instructions. Every coffee enjoyer should have an Aeropress.

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    I only wish I invented the Aeropress. It's perfect.

  • As someone who favours a flat white over a long black this was probably not the best purchase.

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    It’s been rather messy the few times I’ve used it… I suggest you don’t wear white when operating the aeropress. The brew itself is quite okei.

  • This is good for camping and travel, but if you like the creamier, oilier texture of a french press or short black, then the aeropress will disappoint. It tastes more like drip/American coffee than anything else and brings out the acidity of your beans.

  • I love the delight that comes from using the AeroPress. It's super easy and quick to use, and there are a ton of 'recipes' I can use depending on the type of coffee I have and the result I'm looking for.

  • I’ve used for years, on and off. Both great for a quick cup of coffee in the morning and for travel. I got out of the habit but recently discovered the Prismo add on by Fellow that raised the game even further. As it comes, it makes a great standard cup of coffee at probably the lowest initial investment. With the Fellow attachment, it’s a whole other level with espresso style coffee without the cost and counter space of a dedicated machine. Is it as good as a three thousand dollar version? Of course not, but for coffee at home for normal people it’s a great option. Amongst our multiple ways of making coffee, I keep coming back to Aeropress and it never disappoints.

  • Easy to use and produces high quality coffee. It take a little bit of practice using the plunger correctly. Easy to travel with too!

  • I LOVE my aeropress! It’s so easy to use and makes such great coffee. The recipes/ratios found online are fun to follow and are always good. Can’t recommend it enough.