Three cold brew makers we chose, by batch size
This is not a ranking, and we have not tested them. Two are pitchers you fill and leave in the fridge; the OXO makes concentrate you dilute. Sums for coffee and water are on the cold brew calculator.
1Big pitcher for the fridge
Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker (2 qt)
Why we chose it: A 2 quart Tritan pitcher with an airtight lid and a fine-mesh filter.
- Capacity
- 2 quarts
- Body
- Tritan, shatter-proof
- Lid
- Airtight, leakproof
- Filter
- Fine mesh
- Cleaning
- Dishwasher safe
- Fit
- Fits most refrigerator doors
Not for you if: Anyone who wants glass: the body is Tritan plastic.
Specs read on the amazon.com listing (ASIN B07C36HVWK), 2026-11-04.
See on Amazon: Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker (2 qt)2Glass pitcher with a mesh basket
Hario Mizudashi Cold Brew Coffee Maker (1000 ml)
Why we chose it: A heatproof glass server with a fine-mesh basket; brewed volume 1000 ml.
- Brewed volume
- 1000 ml (5 cups)
- Size
- 138 x 94 x 294 mm
- Material
- Heatproof glass
- Filter
- Fine-mesh basket
- Spout
- Slender spout
- Made in
- Japan
Not for you if: Anyone who needs a big batch: the brewed volume is 1000 ml.
Specs read on the amazon.com listing (ASIN B001VPXEBU), 2026-11-04.
See on Amazon: Hario Mizudashi Cold Brew Coffee Maker (1000 ml)3Small concentrate batch
OXO Brew Compact Cold Brew Coffee Maker (24 oz)
Why we chose it: A 24 oz brewing container that drains automatically when set on the carafe.
- Container
- 24 oz
- Yield
- Concentrate for up to seven drinks
- Draining
- Starts when placed on the carafe
- Water
- Rainmaker distribution
- Size
- 5.1"D x 5.1"W x 10.75"H
- Use
- Hot or iced
Not for you if: Anyone who wants ready-to-drink: this makes concentrate you dilute.
Specs read on the amazon.com listing (ASIN B07HB3GH6W), 2026-11-04.
See on Amazon: OXO Brew Compact Cold Brew Coffee Maker (24 oz)We chose these from the makers' pages and Amazon listings. Links with an ASIN open that exact listing; the rest open a search for the model, so check the model there. As an Amazon Associate, BaristaBetter earns from qualifying purchases. Affiliate disclosure.
Side by side
| Product | Type | Key spec | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker (2 qt) | Pitcher, mesh filter | 2 qt, Tritan | A fridge-door batch |
| Hario Mizudashi Cold Brew Coffee Maker (1000 ml) | Glass pitcher, mesh basket | 1000 ml, glass | A small glass batch |
| OXO Brew Compact Cold Brew Coffee Maker (24 oz) | Concentrate brewer | 24 oz, auto drain | Countertop concentrate |
What to look for in a cold brew maker
Cold brew steeps for hours, so what matters is volume (the Hario brews 1000 ml; the Takeya is 2 quarts), filter (mesh keeps grounds out of the pour) and fit (the Takeya listing says it fits most refrigerator doors). Material is a choice: Tritan plastic, glass, or an OXO container with a carafe.
| Question | Pitcher (Takeya, Hario) | Concentrate (OXO) |
|---|---|---|
| What you make | A batch to pour or dilute | Concentrate to dilute |
| Batch | 1000 ml to 2 quarts | 24 oz container, up to seven drinks |
| Draining | Lift out the filter or basket | Starts when set on the carafe |
| Material | Tritan or glass | Plastic container with a carafe |
After you buy
Start with the cold brew calculator for coffee, water and dilution, and a coarse grind from the grind size chart. A kitchen scale helps more than a bigger pitcher.