Coffee Gator 304 Grade
Score: 80/100
Bodum Brazil Red
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Coffee Gator 304 is a 34-oz insulated stainless-steel French press featuring double-wall vacuum insulation and a spring-loaded double-screen filter, delivering durable construction and long heat retention. Its heavyweight and risk of over-extraction make it less ideal for ultralight travel. Ideal for home, car-camping, or office use.
The Bodum Brazil 34 oz French Press offers an affordable glass-carafe design with solid heat retention and a reusable flat filter. Its fragile glass construction and messy grounds cleanup are notable drawbacks. Ideal for solo to small-household brewers seeking classic style.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1,005 mlbest | 1,000 ml | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 210 secondsbest |
60 minutesbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,043 g | 453.6 gbest |
— | 1 yearsbest | |
302 mmbest | 107 mm | |
142 mm | 160 mmbest | |
147 mm | 219 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
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Features(1) | ||
Filter Type | double-screen mesh | Flat |
Capacity & Size(5) | ||
Capacity (ml) | 1005 ml | 1000 ml |
Weight (g) | 1043 g | 453.6 g |
Height (mm) | 302 mm | 107 mm |
Width (mm) | 142 mm | 160 mm |
Depth (mm) | 147 mm | 219 mm |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Body Material | stainless steel | Borosilicate glass |
Handle Type | cool-touch | BPA-free polypropylene |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | Lid with plunger, mini canister, how-to card | Flat coffee filter, scoop |
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Professional reviewers praise the Coffee Gator for its rugged 304 stainless steel construction, superior double-wall vacuum insulation that keeps coffee hot up to 60 minutes longer, and the high-quality spring-loaded double-screen filter that delivers a clean, full-bodied brew. They also commend the practical extras like the travel canister and dishwasher-safe design, while noting the press's weight makes it better suited for kitchen, car-camping, or van-life scenarios rather than ultralight backpacking.
Everyday users consistently highlight the press's durability, long-lasting heat, and clean taste, especially with coarse grounds, and appreciate the convenience of the included accessories and easy cleaning. Recurring criticisms focus on the heavy weight, risk of over-extraction due to strong insulation, occasional sediment with fine grinds, and the absence of exact weight specifications.
“best coffee maker”
“beautiful, high quality”
“great cup of coffee after simple 4-minute brew”
Professional reviewers commend the Bodum Brazil for its classic French-press functionality, attractive design, and strong value proposition. They note that while the brew quality is solid and the glass carafe looks premium, the unit suffers from fragile construction and an optimistic cup-yield claim that can mislead buyers.
Everyday users generally enjoy the simplicity, taste, and eco-friendly nature of the Brazil French press, but they often mention the inconvenience of messy grounds cleanup and occasional glass breakage. The consensus is that it delivers good coffee for its price, though expectations around serving size should be tempered.
