Best Budget Coffee Makers
Great coffee makers that deliver solid performance without breaking the bank. Proof that you don't need to overspend to get quality.
Reviewed by Rachel Morse, Home & Kitchen Editor
AeroPress Original Coffee Maker
The cult-favorite manual brewer — makes espresso-style coffee anywhere in 2 minutes for under $40.
Type: Manual air-pressure brewer Capacity: 1-3 cups per press Brew Time: ~2 minutes Material: BPA-free polypropylene
Bonavita Connoisseur BV1901TS
The best SCA-certified value — pour-over quality from a drip machine at half the Moccamaster price.
Type: Drip coffee maker Capacity: 8 cups Temperature: 195-205°F (SCA certified) Carafe: Thermal stainless steel
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Trio
The best budget multi-brew — K-Cup pods and ground coffee with a full 12-cup carafe at under $90.
Type: Dual brew (K-Cup + carafe) Capacity: 12 cups (carafe) or single serve Carafe: Glass Timer: Programmable