Farberware Yosemite 8-Cup
Score: 76/100
Primula Today
Score: 70/100Rankings
The Farberware 50124 is an 8-cup stainless-steel stovetop percolator that works on gas, electric and solid-plate burners and offers a permanent filter. It cannot be used on induction hobs and its large size can be cumbersome for small kitchens. Best for campers and families needing a robust, versatile percolator.
The Primula aluminum percolator is a lightweight, fast-heating stovetop brewer with a 3-minute perk limit. Its advertised 9-cup capacity is misleading and the aluminum construction may wear over time. Suited for campers and budget-conscious users needing portable brewing.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
8 cups | 9 cupsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 8 min | 3 minbest |
17.78 cm | 20.9 cmbest | |
22.098 cmbest | 20.7 cm | |
23.368 cmbest | 13.2 cm | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.111 kg | 0.34 kgbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Brew Time (min) | 8 min | 3 min |
Capacity & Size(4) | ||
Capacity (cups) | 8 cups | 9 cups |
Height (cm) | 17.78 cm | 20.9 cm |
Width (cm) | 22.098 cm | 20.7 cm |
Depth (cm) | 23.368 cm | 13.2 cm |
Power & Compatibility(1) | ||
Stovetop Compatibility | Gas, Electric, Solid Plate | Gas, electric, ceramic, propane, grills, campfires |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.111 kg | 0.34 kg |
Body Material | Stainless steel | Aluminum |
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Professional reviewers and editors commend the Farberware 50124 for its accurate 3-8 cup capacity, durable polished stainless-steel construction, and quick one-cup-per-minute brew rate. They value its versatility across gas, electric, and solid-plate stovetops and the lifetime warranty, while noting the drawback of no induction support and the need to hand-wash the knob and spring.
Everyday users consistently praise the percolator's solid stainless-steel build, reliable capacity, and ease of cleaning, especially for camping and family use. Recurring criticisms focus on its incompatibility with induction cooktops and its relatively large footprint, which can be inconvenient for solo drinkers or limited storage spaces.
Professional reviewers commend the Primula percolator for its straightforward operation, rapid brew time, and suitability for outdoor adventures, but they caution that the advertised 9-cup capacity is inaccurate and the lack of measurement markings limits precision.
Everyday users generally praise the percolator for delivering strong, flavorful coffee and for its lightweight, portable design that works well at home and on the road. Common complaints focus on the overstated capacity, missing water-level indicators, occasional aluminum finish wear, and the need for careful hand cleaning.
