Three French presses we chose, by material
This is not a ranking, and we have not tested them. Sizes are the listing's, not a mug count: for grams and water see the French press ratio guide.
1Finer filter, hot or cold brew
ESPRO French Press, double micro-filter (32 oz)
Why we chose it: A dual-layer micro-filter with fine steel mesh and 10 paper filters in the box.
- Capacity
- 32 oz (4 cups)
- Filter
- Dual-layer micro-filter plus fine steel mesh
- In the box
- 10 paper filters
- Glass
- Borosilicate, "40% thicker"
- Latch
- Twist-lock
- Use
- Hot or cold brew
Not for you if: Anyone who likes a plain one-screen press: this has more parts to clean.
Specs read on the amazon.com listing (ASIN B011WTM622), 2026-11-04.
See on Amazon: ESPRO French Press, double micro-filter (32 oz)2All-steel press, double wall
Frieling Double-Walled Stainless Steel French Press (36 oz)
Why we chose it: A double-walled stainless press with a dual-screen filter and no plastic.
- Capacity
- 36 oz
- Body
- Double-walled stainless steel
- Filter
- Dual-screen
- Plastic
- Non-plastic design
- Size
- 7.25"D x 6.25"W x 9.25"H
- Brewing
- Manual
Not for you if: Anyone who wants to see the brew: the body is steel.
Specs read on the amazon.com listing (ASIN B00ZZ99VLA), 2026-11-04.
See on Amazon: Frieling Double-Walled Stainless Steel French Press (36 oz)3Classic single-mug glass press
Bodum Chambord 12 oz (0.35 L)
Why we chose it: A borosilicate glass press with a 3-part stainless plunger and mesh filter.
- Capacity
- 12 oz (0.35 L)
- Carafe
- Heat-resistant borosilicate glass
- Plunger
- 3-part stainless steel with mesh filter
- Handle and base
- BPA-free plastic
- Brew time
- 4 minutes, as the listing says
- Made in
- Portugal
Not for you if: Anyone brewing for two or more: it holds 12 oz.
Specs read on the amazon.com listing (ASIN B00005LM0R), 2026-11-04.
See on Amazon: Bodum Chambord 12 oz (0.35 L)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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESPRO French Press, double micro-filter (32 oz) | Glass press, double filter | 32 oz, micro-filter | Less sediment |
| Frieling Double-Walled Stainless Steel French Press (36 oz) | Steel press, double wall | 36 oz, dual-screen | Heat and drops |
| Bodum Chambord 12 oz (0.35 L) | Glass press, classic | 12 oz, 3-part plunger | One or two mugs |
Glass or steel, and what else matters
Glass lets you watch the brew; steel is not glass, and the Frieling listing describes a double wall. Neither is better for every cook. After material, check size (12 oz is one mug, 32 to 36 oz is three or four) and filter (a single mesh lets fine grounds through; the ESPRO and Frieling list more than one layer).
| Question | Glass (ESPRO, Bodum) | Steel (Frieling) |
|---|---|---|
| See the brew | Yes | No |
| Double wall | Not listed | Yes, per the listing |
| Material | Borosilicate glass | Stainless steel |
| Plastic parts | Bodum lists a BPA-free plastic handle and base | Listing says non-plastic design |
After you buy
Weigh the coffee and use a coarse grind. Our French press ratio page and the ratio calculator do the sums. Clean the press with how to clean a French press.