I ask about Bunn because I noticed my grandma has had the same Bunn coffee maker as long as I can remember (25 years) mine just lasted for 5. What are the best brands? I could spend up to $150

Our Ninja coffee maker died on us 16 months into ownership. Unwilling to repeatedly buy garbage over the years, I checked out the recommendations and we gave it a go.

While we still need to get our fancy grinder, this machine makes coffee absolutely incredible. Added points because it's fun to watch and it looks good!

You’ll often hear the phrase, what suits your needs is the best coffee maker you should buy. It all makes sense, but how do you really know which one can help you whip up your favorite cup of Joe?

So we’re here to help you pick up the perfect liquid gold machine that can perk up your mornings.

You Need To Know These Before Buying

• Different Types of Coffee Maker

Ultimately, the best coffee machine should suit your preferred way to brew and drink coffee. And you will be able to tell that only if you familiarize yourself with each type of coffee maker.

By then, you will know how each one works and which one can give you exactly what you need.

• The material of the coffee maker matters

Another important factor to consider is the material of the coffee maker. It can be made from plastic, stainless steel, or glass. Each material can make a significant difference in how you can enjoy your coffee.

Coffee makers that are made from glass such as the French press may not be able to keep coffee hot for a long time, thus need to be consumed immediately. Unless they are intended to be placed on top of a stove, such as a stovetop coffee maker, then it can keep coffee hotter for longer.

You also have to check the quality of the glass. Go for quality ones as cheap glass can break when used over time.

• Ease of use vs flavor of the coffee

Having your own coffee maker is bliss, you don’t have to line up in the cafe or spend extra for that hot invigorating cup. But you have to choose properly so you can truly enjoy your favorite mug of Joe.

Ask yourself these questions. Are you always rushing in the morning and badly need coffee? Are you okay with a casual cup or do you want a more robust and full bodied mug?

Capsules are the easiest way to go, but they can also result in mediocre coffee. Espresso machines and cold brew are king when it comes to flavor and aroma when it comes, but it can entail time. So you have to weigh your preference for coffee versus the length of time it takes to make one.

This is the surest way to ensure you get the most suitable coffee maker for your home, a cup that you can truly savor and enjoy.

The 10 Best Coffee Makers for Home Currently

Best Drip Coffee Makers:

• Moccamaster KBGV SELECT

• Fellow Aiden Precision Coffee Maker – Latest Model!

• Breville Precision Brewer Thermal

• Café Specialty Grind and Brew

• Ninja CM401 Specialty Coffee Maker

• Bonavita Enthusiast Drip Coffee Brewer with Thermal Carafe

Best Espresso Coffee Makers:

• Breville Bambino Plus

• Gaggia Classic Evo Pro Espresso Machine

• Lelit Mara X

• Nespresso Essenza Mini

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I'm thinking about getting a Bunn coffee maker for home, I've heard good things about them. I know that there's a little pricey & was wondering if someone could give me their opinion about whether I should buy a new one or if I'd be ok getting a second hand or vintage one off of eBay. Thanks!

Looking for a coffee maker. Priorities: 1) ideally last forever, 2) minimal maintenance, 3) minimal costs over life, 4) as good quality as you can with pre-ground coffee. 3-4pots every day, caf and decaf if that matters.

Considering between -

1. Moccamaster KB $329 from their website

2. Bunn VP17-1 $398.94 from their website

3. If the cheapest Bunn home model will last forever as well, will definitely consider.

4. Open to other ideas & if you know there is a better place to buy.

I can only speak for the basic Bunn coffee maker (I think This is the current version) but my parents, and both sets of grandparents own the basic Bunn coffee maker and have had them for as long as I can remember. IMHO I believe they make some of the best coffee at home, and their simple design prevents them from breaking down. I can only remember one issue my mom had, some part needed replacing, and she was able to get the part from Bunn in no time. (I am pretty positive they have a lifetime warranty, if not just great customer service). I have owned my own Bunn for about 4 years now and I have had no problems and love the coffee it makes.

Edit: Sorry if I offended any coffee aficionados! I am fully aware that this won't make an award winning cup of coffee. The bottom line of this post is in my personal experience, Bunn coffee makers last a very long time and make a good cup of coffee. My dad makes multiple pots of coffee a day, and they've had theirs for as long as I can remember. Anyways, Make sure to check the comments for other coffee maker ideas, seems there are several other recommendations being made!

Anyone have a commercial Bunn at home? I'm trying to decide between a Technivorm or one of these. The one in my corp office is built like a tank with thick gauge stainless housing and heavy duty components. I had never considered a commercial Bunn because I assumed they would be too expensive, but they're only ~$275 or about the same as a Moccomaster. I know the Technivorm is highly regarded, but the build quality of the materials and overall cheap feel are steering towards the over-built tank-like Bunn.

http://www.coffeemakersetc.com/images/vp171.jpg

I see that Bunn is on the SCAA certified list:

https://sca.coffee/certified-home-brewer/

Does this mean all Bunn 10 cup makers are certified or just one particular one?

Thanks so much for the help!

Hi there,

I'm thinking about buying my mom a new coffee maker for Christmas, but I know absolutely nothing about coffee. She used to co-own a hole-in-the-wall cafe and used Bunn coffe makers. Since then, that has been her favorite brand. I think the main reason she likes them is because they keep a reservoir of hot water and evidently brew the coffee quickly. Does anyone have any thoughts about Bunn vs other brands? I'm not opposed to getting the Bunn, but if there is something better that she might not be aware of, that would be cool, too. She has a Keurig right now, but she doesn't love it.

My husband and I had a Kuerig for the last 8 yrs and it finally keeled over. We had a small backup that we purchased at Walmart on clearance for $15 just in case this ever happened. Unfortunately, it is terrible. Anyway, I know the recommended coffee maker here is Moccamaster. Before stumbling upon this Reddit, I was looking at a Bunn Velocity or Bunn Speed Brew Elite. Now that I see all of the recommendations for the Moccamaster, I am reconsidering. My husband and I are not coffee gurus or snobs, but we definitely love our morning cup of coffees with the occasional mid afternoon cup. In the morning between the both of us, we drink 4-5 cups of coffee, sometimes 6. On the days we do not drink as much, is the Moccamaster able to make smaller amounts? With us not being coffee pros, does it make sense to spend that much or do we just get a Bunn? I have too much anxiety surrounding making appliance purchases and it takes me MONTHS to make a decision, so I definitely want something that will last us awhile but isn’t complicated and fits our “needs”. Anyone have a simple daily brew process/routine!? What do you all suggest?

We drink a lot of coffee in this house, and we are inpatient as well. In comes the Bunn. We’ve had this baby for about two months now, and I cannot recommend them enough.

I’ve read a lot of posts about these machines, and done some experimenting to really dial things in. Happy to share those tips, but in the meantime, meet our last coffee machine ever. All stainless. Pot brewed instantly. Wood grain is a bonus. My research (and the handwritten factory signatures inside the machine) indicate she’s been around since 1987.

I am trying to cut back on buying coffee outside because the costs are getting ridiculous. I would like a coffee maker that can give me something close to a good cafe drink at home so I am not tempted to keep spending 5 to 7 dollars daily.

What I am looking for:

• Great taste that does not feel like a huge downgrade from cafe coffee

• Works for someone who likes both straight coffee and the occasional latte style drink

• Not insanely complicated or overly “barista level” to operate

• Good value for the price, I do not mind paying more if it actually lasts

If you made the switch from buying coffee outside to making it at home, what machine did you buy, how was the learning curve, and did it actually save you money in the long run or did you end up upgrading again?

EDIT to clarify: I have a v60. My husband and I drink very different beans, and he'd prefer an automatic single cup or tiny pot ​coffee maker like this. However, comments have some good ideas to consider. Just wanted to clarify ​:

TLDR After a few years, the Bunn MyCafe coffee maker forcefully ejects the little drawer with hot coffee grounds, causing it to fly across the room - almost hitting my baby or kids. Delicious coffee is not worth this risk. Is there another single cup brewer option that isn't K Cup?

I first got a Bunn MyCafe circa 2015 after seeing the love for Bunn here. It did brew a killer single cup of drip coffee, using my grounds and no annoying K-Cups or pods.

However, after 3 years it started ejecting the drawer of hot coffee grounds across the kitchen, almost hitting my baby. Bunn said it was odd, and replaced our machine. When it happened with the replacement, we ditched it.

Bunn paused production, so we figured they fixed the problem. When MyCafe was back in production we ordered a new one (2 years ago). Despite cleaning and maintaining / descaling regularly, it's started ejecting the hot coffee drawer again. (See photos)

We contacted Bunn, and they said we need to clean our screen in the drawer. (We do.) They sent us a new screen but it still does this.

I can't believe the company is comfortable selling a machine that will begin to do such a dangerous thing after a few years of daily use. It seems unsafe, unconscionable, and certainly NOT BIFL.

I do pourover, but others in my family do not. I'm hoping to find a single cup brewer that is safer than this Bunn mess.

I need to replace my drip coffee maker. I’m on the fence between the Bonavita or a BUNN coffee maker. Both are SCA certified (I believe) and have decent reviews. I’m leaning towards the BUNN b/c it’s a 10 cup vs. 8 cup and the price is roughly the same. I go through a lot of coffee every morning working from home.

Bonavita

BUNN

Any thoughts, suggestions or input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks everyone and cheers!