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Five Star Reviews:

53%
I hated how coffee tasted out of my keurig
March 30, 2017
This has been a god send. I hated how coffee tasted out of my keurig. It had such a chemical taste. I honestly thought I'd hate having to allow extra time for this, but the coffee is so much better, it's absolutely worth it!
Mandatory for life as I know it.
May 27, 2016
This is an excellent press. For those who are new to presses, they can be very advantageous if you want to get the most out of your coffee. Due to the direct several-minutes of contact between your coffee grounds and the water, it brews a strong, robust, quality coffee. I prefer to make Death Wish coffee with mine, but it's been "borrowed" by other folks who like their lesser brews. Usually about 1/2 way full will fill a travel mug plenty full, and last me for most of a shift or part of an office day. This particular model is well built and hasn't cracked, chipped or broken in any way with daily use for several months. Highly recommended, and I might buy another just to keep on hand if someone wants to "borrow" it again.
My husband loves his french press to make coffee. ...
November 18, 2015
My husband loves his french press to make coffee. He even is using it in a youtube video we made together on my account (thejusticepirate on youtube). Therefore you can see it used in action. I wouldn't say this is a 6 cup though unless they are measuring cups. He gets about two and a half cups of coffee from it.
Easy to use, easy directions, quick clean up, can't miss!
October 2, 2015
Still learning how to use it. I went to the store to purchase coarse ground coffee and that was not easy to find in my small rural town, but we have a Starbucks in our grocery store, so they ground a pound for me. The first time I used it, the water wasn't warm enough, so I had to put my coffee cup in the microwave to warm it more, but that was my error, nothing to do with the product. The product worked exactly as described, and quite easily, and I had that wonderful cup of coffee like my sister made for me. I loved it. Its a handy size, easy to use to make different strengths of coffee. I prefer a medium blend, but my husband likes a bold blend, so after I made my cup, I simply made his cup, which he also thoroughly enjoyed.
Great value in a good basic press
April 24, 2015
I bought this as a replacement for a broken beaker of a Starbucks/Bodum French press. This complete press was less expensive than a beaker. The quality of the Primula press is very good as a whole. The beaker is thick glass and solid. The holder is nicely molded, fits my hand well and is solid. The plunger is very basic, almost minimalist, but it accomplishes what it needs to do, and even has an arrow to show when the lid is lined up with the pour spout. The metal disc that holds the filter screen is thinner than a Bodum, but perfectly adequate for its purpose, and all the parts fit together well. One warning - after you've made the coffee, when the beaker is hot, it WILL slide out of the holder if you hold it upside down! I almost lost it the first time I used it, since before it was hot the beaker seemed to be glued into the holder, the fit was that tight. This is a good unit, well made and simple, and a genuine bargain at half the price of a Bodum or Starbucks French press. I recommend it.
I can't find a better ratio of cost to awesome out there.
February 21, 2015
I can't find a better ratio of cost to awesome out there.For the $11 + shipping, I get an easy-to-use, quick, simple, just-the-right-size coffee maker. I feel like I'm some sort of coffee snob when I say "Yeah, I use a French Press," but really, I like it because it's so quick and easy. 4 minutes start to finish, and that includes cleaning it out.OK, full disclosure: I have an under-sink filtered hot water dispenser, so I have 195° water-at-the-ready and don't have to wait to heat the water, and usually, I'm just making coffee for myself. If I wanted to make coffee for more than just me, or had to wait to heat water, I'd laze-out and let Mr Coffee do the work, and "cleaning it" just means rinsing it under cold water.
74%
Zero complaints; great coffee and easy to use.
September 5, 2017
Easy to use and clean. Very durable and works well.

I'm new to the french press scene, but this item by KONA made the transition super straighforward. Put in grounds, pour in hot water, stir it a bit, cap it, and wait. Press plunger down after ~4min and pour. Even has a pourable spout and gratings to allow smooth flow from the tip of the caraffe.

Love this product. Got it through Amazon for $20 and am more than satisfied.
Great coffee, easy to use
August 2, 2017
I traded in my Keurig because it took up too much space and kept getting grounds in my cup. This stores nicely in a cupboard but still looks cute enough to leave out on the counter. When using, the screen filter does a good job of keeping grounds out and the handle is shaped so you won't burn yourself when moving or pouring. Taste wise, this french press makes the best coffee I have ever had. I'll never go back to a traditional coffee maker.
Yes, Its a well-executed French Press.
December 10, 2015
I first tried the Traditional Favorite French Press Device (Chambord), but the glass cracked almost immediately and it started leaking. (And their carafe is NOT covered under their warranty.) Next, I went with this Kona model from Idylc Homes I can certainly see why it is so well reviewed on amazon!

For a few plunges, it seemed sort of tight and I was worried that I was doing something wrong or had maybe had a defective unit, but that corrected itself after about a week and all is well.

The company recommends completely disassembling the base, screen and plunger and cleaning thoroughly after each use. Not likely. What IS feasible is to slightly loosen the base and run it through the dishwasher a few times a week. That seems to be good enough to keep the bitter coffee oils and any fine grounds from building up.

I, myself, slightly prefer the cleaner taste of pour-over coffee (Chemex), but I am recently staying with a friend who prefers the oilier French Press flavor. Use good beans and this Kona Press will make you a good cup of coffee. (Actually, about 3 mugs at a time).
The reason I purchased this was because 1) it was a good quality item for a very good price
August 11, 2015
This is my first french pressed coffee maker. Item arrived exactly as described and on time. The reason I purchased this was because 1) it was a good quality item for a very good price. and 2) my percolator was making my coffee taste like plastic, so I'd thought I'd try a french press.

I do not use freshly ground coffee, however there is still a superior quality to the taste of using this french press over my percolator. The coffee is extremely easy to make. It comes with directions! Or, if you are unsure, you can youtube how to use a french press. My mother and father also claim that the taste from this french press is superior to the percolator machine.

The french press comes with a handy spoon for scooping out coffee grounds, which I think is so helpful because I am not very good at measuring out anything. The glass container has a marker for 16oz. I would have appreciated more markers for different oz. I find myself having to use a liquid measuring cup to make up for the lack of markers for ounces. But I am not bothered by this. For the price, I am not expecting anything fancy. The glass container, I feel is thin, and I am afraid it will shatter. It is reinforced with the black plastic surrounding it. I make sure to temper the glass with hot water before I make coffee, as I believe this will make sure the glass won't shatter and also the coffee will taste better. Personal opinion.

Overall, this is a great purchase and I would recommend. I have made coffee from this french press every day for 2 weeks now, and it is still working great. Washing is very easy. This is a great beginner french press for me. I'm sure if I acquire a grinder- the coffee will be even more delicious, but I am not fussy.
Love it.
August 9, 2015
I used this to make chai tea--haven't yet tried it for coffee, but it works great for the tea. Love the styling, easy to clean by screwing the shaft off the plunger, but I had to grab the shaft with one of those clingy rubber can lid openers to hold on to it. It would help if the threads on the knob went the other way. Then you could hold the knob to unscrew the filter assembly for cleaning. Other than that, no complaints. Love the way it looks. Seems to be very well built.

My husband drinks decaf and I drink fully leaded, so it's nice to have my own little system--especially since I don't always want coffee. It's great for loose leaf tea. I wrap a terry kitchen towel around it to keep it hot while the tea is steeping and that works perfectly.

Four Star Reviews:

17%
A great value
April 13, 2016
I love using this press to make coffee and tea. It feels safer than some of the others I've seen where the canister doesn't feel secure or falls out. The rubbery bits on the outside fit snugly. The plunger is a little hard to clean, but is no harder than other presses I've used. The only downside is that I didn't realize how small six cups was until I made my first brew. I was excited at how great the value was for the product.
Keeps temperature for a decent amount of time. Works ...
February 16, 2016
Keeps temperature for a decent amount of time. Works well and is light. Does have a few scratches on the inside form use but not enough to cosmetically change the appearance of the item.
This is a nice, low cost press
May 5, 2015
This is a nice, low cost press. I actually use it as a milk frother (with the appropriate plunger) but found that the plastic holder is WAY too tight to easily remove the carafe for cleaning purposes. This is actually my second Tempo press - the first one shattered in my hand as I was trying to put the glass carafe back into the plastic holder which is much, much too tight.On this second item I made a single cut in the upper horizontal plastic frame immediately above the X cross brace. The carafe is still held securely but is now easy to remove and replace.
It was in almost perfect condition with only a minor scuff mark or two
February 21, 2015
I purchsed a used press for ~9.00usd and change. It was in almost perfect condition with only a minor scuff mark or two. It works just fine. I have donated my ~$55.00 drip maker to goodwill. I would have to use four scoops of coffee for a half decent cup of coffee in the drip. In the press i use 3 scoops and the coffee is twice as strong and flavorful. I'm not sure i will ever use a drip maker again. they are just so inefficient in maximizing the usage of the coffee grounds. The little press is a great deal.
Good for price and quality
December 12, 2014
I like it. The price is right and it has a quality heft to it. Sooner or later, I break the glass on containers like this. I go through about 1 a year, and I use it 2-3 times a day. Note...this one doesn't not have a comb-like filter on the front...so you could be getting more grounds than you are used to in your coffee.
Decent, inexpensive press
July 16, 2012
I've been using this coffee press for about four months now and haven't had any problems. It hasn't shattered, melted or exploded, and the screen is sufficient for keeping the grounds out of the liquid once it's been pressed down. I like the X-shape of plastic around the glass carafe because it makes me feel a little more secure when I'm carrying it. It isn't fancy but it does the trick just fine.
20%
Great product, great customer service!
March 22, 2017
Great product! Though my husband is the coffee drinker, I am happy with this product from a prep and clean up stand point. My only complaint about the product is water gets between the glass and plastic casing. This doesn't mess up performance or the coffee being made, mostly it just bothers me that I can't get in there and dry it out completely.
Even better than the product is the service I received. We had our first Kona for a year and a half before the glass broke when it got knocked against our counters edge. I ordered a new press, but unfortunately when it arrived the glass on that one was cracked as well. I sent an email along with a picture and less than 24 hours later recieved a reply that they had already put an order in to send me a replacement. A few days later our new Kona french press arrived and my husband was happy to be drinking coffee at home again!
Looks great, performs well
May 11, 2016
This makes a great tea infuser! The grate on the lid keeps any stray tea leaves that got above the filter out of the drinking cup. The glass withstands boiling water well. The pot looks very nice and the plastic handle, top, and design keep cool, allowing for easy pouring. The matte plastic looks good initially, however it has now become scratched after daily use. Unfortunately, these scratches can not be polished out or fixed.

The main problem with the product is that the tea leaves get stuck in the filter bottom. This means more time invested in cleaning the filter, however this is an issue with all french press style tea infusers that I have ever used.
It Works! I've used 3 it times despite not having any coarse ground coffee, but have had no problem other than a fine residue.
November 2, 2015
Keep in mind that I am an 75 yr old Platoon Sergeant and spent over 21 years drinking coffee all around the USA and the world both civilian brewed and also that brewed by the worst and the best that the service branches (Army, Coast Guard, Navy and Airforce--both ours and others) could produce. I used a fresh ground Kona blend from a local Barrista that makes a good brew. It was a fairly find grind with an out of this world aroma. Following instructions I brewed my first batch of a full container. The Coffee was good but not to my standards. My next brew will use about 20% more coffee as the first batch although good tasted like that made in some diners I have had to use, weak. All in all I believe I will thoroughly enjoy this unit and will post again a few months down the road. Simple to use, easy to clean and gives me an excuse to boil water on the stove which tends to raise the humidity in the house.
Happy- will buy again when the kids break this one.
September 19, 2015
Had this for 2 weeks now and I have not been disappointed. I have been experimenting with time of steep, grind of coffee, and amount. Good coffee and good WATER make a big difference. The construction itself is not bad but not great either, I was expecting a bit of a thicker glass.The lid isn't as tight as I might like it to be and when its brewing with the plunger down you kind of have to hold it with one finger as you pour, but its not a deal breaker. The black plastic"wrap" around the glass is a hard black plastic that I think would be better as a rubber material, its the texture of it that seems out of place in a way. Cleaning right after use is important, and don't let the kids touch it or it will be shattered, I feel like I'm going to break it while I'm washing it out, but when it happens I will most likely shell out another thirty clams for a new one just based on the quality of coffee I'm getting out of this thing.
Great value solid french press!
September 18, 2014
4.5 out of 5. Having experienced a variety of coffee, and tried many French Presses over the years, I would say that this makes as good a coffee as you are liable to get from a french press. Recently having moved and having had only a drip machine to compare to, let me tell you that this is very nice change for the better! It won't give you Espresso of course, but it will preserve the flavor of the coffee that you use, and allow you to customize ground size and brew length to suit your tastes as well, which is a nice advantage over many automatics.
In comparison to other french presses: Clean, easy to use design, good for 1-3 or 4 people which makes it very versatile. Glass feels and looks high quality and I really like the fact that because of the thick plastic that surrounds the bottom, you can set it onto wood tables or other furniture without worrying that a freshly made pot will leave a scorch mark on your nice furniture. The only thing I would like is if the screen made it a bit further down into the coffee maker as it stops with about a quarter of the volume of the carafe left to go. That being said it isn't supposed to go all the way down so this is very minor point and I would give it 4.5 out of 5 if Amazon would let me.

Updates as I continue to use it, but hopefully this all remains the case and you wont hear from me!

Three Star Reviews:

7%
Three Stars
January 13, 2017
The bottom piece started leaking a year and a half out and had to be thrown out
Breaks easily
January 22, 2016
Press worked great for a while but it quickly developed a crack. I kept using it until the lip of the beaker broke off completely. I think it's time to spend a little more a get a higher quality product.
Flimsy but good value
December 26, 2015
The glass is rather thin, so one must be careful not to shatter this while rinsing or moving the thing. Pretty good value for the price though, looks nice and makes good coffee.
I've had one exactly like this before in the past and never had a ...
August 12, 2015
The plunger is hard to clean. Once I unscrew it to clean the mesh screen, it's almost impossible to get back on. I've had one exactly like this before in the past and never had a problem with it though, so maybe I just got a bad one this go 'round? Bummer.
It's okay for the price
July 5, 2015
This is okay for a first press, a temporary press, or a press used very little. I happen to use mine every day and will definitely be upgrading. My GSI backpacking press is higher quality than this. This has been durable, but the only issue is the quality of the plunger. It's loose, does not provide enough pressure, the lid rattles a bit. You can expect this quality for the price; I just needed a temporary replacement for a good one. It makes my coffee every morning, and I still prefer this to a drip pot any day, but if you can invest in something nicer with higher quality DO IT.
You get what you pay for
January 5, 2014
After reading most of the reviews I decided to give it a try, knowing that it might not last as long as a bodum. The glass cracked two weeks into my use. I admit the glass cracked when I hit it lightly while stirring the coffee with a stainless steal spoon, which they told me not to do. However, I tap the bodum glass with a metal spoon all the time and never have a problem.In my opinion, the two week lifespan did not justify the lower price.
3%
Disappointed
February 24, 2017
After using the French Press for a week we are going back to our old drip coffee maker. We tried experimenting with the amount of coffee to use and it never got as good as the drip coffee. There was always too much sludge at the bottom of the pot. I know we could have experimented with different types of grinds, but there is always going to be a few crumbs from grinding coffee and I just don't like not being able to drink the last part of my cup of coffee. The coffee filter in the drip machine prevents the sludge. I asked Hubs to see if we could somehow cut a paper coffee filter to put in the press and he really didn't think it was worth the effort. It is a nuisance to keep our electric kettle (for boiling the water), the press, and the drip maker on the counter, and if we have to get rid of one it will be the press.
Cracked soon after purchase
July 15, 2016
The product shipped fine and makes coffee fine but it began to crack not long after purchasing. We continued using it with the small cracks and monitored them, since they were at the top and didn't really effect things. As you might expect, the cracks got worse and eventually we had to throw it away. We had it for maybe 3 months, and it cracked within the first month. We were always careful when handling and cleaning it, and we never dropped it.
KONA vs Bodum
November 16, 2015
**Trust reviews of verified buyers only!!**

After a year of faithful service I broke my Bodum carafe and set out to see if there was anything better before plunking down $20 on a replacement carafe. Like you, I found KONA at the top of the best sellers list for french presses. Reviews all generally seem favorable and with a 34-oz carafe if I didn't like the piece parts I could reuse my Bodum components. Either of these will brew a fine pot of tea or coffee, the quality of the components will dictate the longevity of these pots however. For anyone else in a similar situation or anyone trying to decide between the 2 pots, here are the key differences.

In the attached pictures, the KONA pieces are on the left, Bodum on the right. In the spring comparison picture the Bodum is on the bottom.

Glass:
Both use borosilicate glass which is supposed to be more resistant to thermal shock but my Bodum broke easily on my granite counter.
KORA - carafe cannot be separated from its plastic frame
Bodum - carafe can be separated from metal frame

Lid:
KORA uses a very thin plastic that can be easily squeezed from the edges. Entire lid rotates when positioning to pour
Bodum uses metal for the outer lid which feels heavier and more premium with an isolated plastic piece that rotates independently when positioning to pour

Spiral plate (the plate with holes and spring):
KONA uses 2 rows of holes in their plate which go from small to large. The metal used in the spring is a smaller gauge.
Bodum uses 3 rows of holes in their plate which range from very small to medium. The metal used in the spring is a thicker gauge.

Filter screen:
This is an important distinction between the pots and will attribute to longevity of the screens between the pots.
KONA uses a very basic filter with no added support for the center post. Over time this hole will elongate and require replacement of the screen.
Bodum uses a screen mesh with a reinforced center for the post. The screen in the picture I've included is my original screen, over a year old and still working fine.

Cross plate:
It appears that the cutouts are approximately the same size so it should be safe to assume that Bodum allows more liquid to flow.
KONA uses a 3-hole cutout pattern
Bodum uses a 4-hole cutout pattern

All of this said, I feel the higher price tag for the Bodum Chambord is justified. The lid, spring and filter being made of higher grade materials or design is where the extra cost lives. What this KONA did for me however, was replace my broken carafe and gave me a spare set of plates and a light duty filter for less than a replacement Bodum carafe.

So should you buy the Kona? My humble recommendations:
First french press pot - buy the Bodum
Replacement carafe for broken Bodum - buy the Kona and reuse your Bodum parts (assuming you don't mind not using your Bodum frame)
Well-Built, Dishwasher Safe but Almost Impossible to Replace Carafe
May 23, 2015
My previous "stainless" steel French press rusted after only six months, so I like that this one is all plastic, but plastic never touches the coffee. The reason I took one star away is that it's almost impossible to remove the glass carafe from the plastic frame. It is so tight that I actually broke one carafe trying to remove it. Then I had to coat the new carafe in olive oil in order to insert it into the frame.

In my experience, the glass on these carafes does break occasionally requiring you to replace just the carafe. However, that's almost impossible with this one due to the tight fit.
I really wanted to love this but...
March 31, 2015
I've only used this about 6 times, and the lid does not stay put and stay completely closed. It lifts up causing heat to escape :/ I have to tape it closed :/

Two Star Reviews:

8%
While the other parts work very well, the carafe ...
September 7, 2017
While the other parts work very well, the carafe itself is poorly made. The bottom broke on mine after using maybe a dozen times and always with very careful use and cleaning. The glass in the bottom of the carafe is extremely thin and will not stand up to even the most careful cleaning. I am abandoning the french press method as too expensive. It simply makes no sense that beakers cannot be made to withstand gentle and proper care.
Two Stars
March 12, 2017
It broke quickly. Buy the ones on metal!
Useful but not durable
September 29, 2016
Useful product for the price point but delicate. Be careful while cleaning! I went to clean grounds out of mine the other day and while hitting the base with my hand, the entire glass bottom gave out. Granted the glass is thin, but I managed to get a small cut on my wrist.
Won't stand up to the test of time
February 25, 2015
REVISED REVIEW, Aug. 2015: The initial four-star review I made in February 2015 is below, but this thing really isn't built to last. The problem in the last sentence of the first paragraph about the mesh screen spinning off persisted, to the point that now the threads on the holding plate are stripped and won't stay on the spindle. The press is effectively broken and useless. Spend a little more and get something that lasts.Initial Review, Feb. 2015: Had for almost two months now and no issues at all, aside from the mesh screen falling off into the glass canister one morning (didn't realize that when I was rinsing it and letting the screen spin on the spindle under the water flow that by spinning it was unscrewing from the spindle...lesson learned).I can't attest to how others--who have rated this poorly and say the glass cracks easily--have treated the press, but the directions do explicitly state not to use metal spoons in it, as this could break the glass. I have used this every day for two months, sometimes more than once, and have always only stirred the coffee before pressing with a plastic cocktail stirrer. It works great, cleans easily, and makes a cup of coffee that even I with my unsophisticated palate can tell tastes better than running it through a paper-filter brewer.
It's a good/simple looking press. It worked ok for ...
January 28, 2015
It's a good/simple looking press. It worked ok for about one month. I used it about every other day and handwashed it gently each time. But after that, the mesh strainer part started to weaken. The press part would not sit at the top and would prematurely sink into the glass before the coffee was completely brewed. The mesh wasn't a strong barrier, and the coffee grounds would end up in my cup. I checked to to see if everything was screwed ok and it was. Gave it a few more tries and had to throw out a few cups of coffee due to coffee grounds. I ended up throwing this product away after one month use.
Good returns! For a bad product....
January 19, 2015
First, it arrived broken. I big ol chunk of glass was missing from the bottom of the pitcher. Was this because I had it shipped with the 'Frustration Free Packaging"? Well, annoying as that was, it's not a big deal, as they were willing to send out a replacement, providing I send back the original broken one.Received the new one, yay! But when I pulled it out I noticed the mesh filter was slightly bent in places... I honestly didn't think it'd be a big deal as it was supposed to be smushed against the sides of the pitcher. Well, those little bents meant that the coffee grinds could sneak on through, so I got a mouthful about halfway into the cup of coffee :( Not only that, but the metal attachment at the bottom of the plunger is bent so the entire plunger gets pushed down at a slight angle. I want to bend it into the correct position, but I fear I might break it since it's so flimsy already.I'll probably put up with having half cups of coffee (also it does NOR make 6 cups!! 3 MAX) until it breaks completely, which won't be much longer, and actually splurge $10 more for a better one! :)
1%
Great coffee but extremely fragile!
February 13, 2017
I really actually liked this product and it would definitely have more stars except that there should really be a warning as to how fragile it is! The support that's holding the glass make this French Press "seem" really sturdy but don't let it fool you. It's extremely fragile. I only had my french press for 3 days and it already broke while I was washing it! I really wished it lasted longer because this product really enhanced the flavors of the coffee I was making. Just so sad that it broke after only using it 3 times :(
Fantastic press. Not built to last.
October 12, 2016
Really loved this french press but unfortunately within 2 months of ownership the glass has already cracked.

Edit: I contacted the seller and told them about the glass cracking. They were very helpful and quickly replied to my emails and have stated they are shipping me a replacement. This is a company that stands by their products and I wouldn't hesitate to buy from again! Also I'd like to add that I have previously owned the Sterling Pro glass french press and in my opinion (and in contrast to some of the other reviews here) this is by far the better design. The lid adds another layer of filter which is nice. It doesn't rust because it isn't made of metal. It generally just seems to operate smoother as well. In my opinion this is the one to own, assuming that the next one lasts. I will update this review if it breaks again, otherwise assume it hasn't!

Well unfortunately here we are again. This product is made of very week glass as again it has broken on me. Not much else to say. I would love to use this press but it seems far too fragile for everyday use.
Great while it lasted...
July 1, 2016
After reading the reviews on this, I was very optimistic that this would be the right introduction to French press for me. I thought the design was sleek, and based on other reviews, sounded like it was a durable product. I used it a few times over the course of a few weeks very successfully and the coffee was excellent, but around week four, the glass cracked right as I poured the hot water in. It's the same temperature water I was using the previous weeks and I did not have any issues up to that point. Could have been just a faulty batch, but I was still disappointed to say the least. Planning to continue looking for something to satisfy my continuously maturing desire to make the perfect cup of coffee.
It was GREAT until it proved very fragile
January 1, 2016
I purchased this French press in February 2015 and used it daily and the quality of coffee made with it was pretty superior. In that regard, I can't recommend it enough!! However, a week ago, while about to clean it, it tumbled sideways on the kitchen counter, got the slightest bump on that counter and the entire top glass part, even with the protective plastic around it, shattered into small pieces. Had to throw the whole thing away. And now, as I'm back to temporary using my Italian style old school percolator, I have strong doubts I shall spend money buying a new one of these exact French press, if such a small accident will break it so easily! :-(
Disappointing Durability
September 11, 2014
Like many other reviews I have seen for this product I was initially very happy with it. Unfortunately, after the first 4-5 months the thread connecting the filter to the plunger stripped and could not be removed to clean or replace. More recently the knob at the top stripped completely off rendering the product ineffective. This seems to be a recurring problem based on other reviews.

Unlike some other reviews I have read, where customers were offered replacement parts, the customer service informed me that as I was out of the 90 day guarantee the best they could offer was a 25% discount on a new one. It did not seem logical to me to pay for a product that had already broke once.

While I understand the 90 day guarantee, it is unfortunate that this product can not be expected to last more than a year at the most without defects. I will be looking for a different, more durable brand for my next purchase and I would recommend potential consumers to do the same.

One Star Reviews:

15%
Worst French Press
September 2, 2016
I never leave reviews but I hate this french press so much that I feel compelled. The spout and pour are awful. More often than not, coffee goes spilling down the sides of the container. I am a 33 year old, fully functioning and very capable adult but yet cannot pour this thing without coffee running down the sides (I'll guess about 75 percent of the time). I usually hold it over the sink when pouring to reduce the necessary clean up. DO NOT BUY THIS THING.
and it worked excellent for a month or so
January 12, 2016
Second one I've owned that has broken.The first time I thought it was just because I was filtering some very hot material with a decent bit of force. So I repurchased it, and it worked excellent for a month or so. Today I went down to brew some coffee, and as I was dumping out the old coffee grounds (very gently tapping it) a large chuck of glass fell off of it and it cracked all the way through.If you're looking for a french press to get you through the month, this is the one for you. However if you, like me, want something that lasts a little longer than that this is not the press for you.
Very poor design
November 2, 2015
Soooo.... the handle and design around the glass? Yeah, that's all it is. It's AROUND the glass. NOT actually attached to the glass. I turned the thing upside down to clean the coffee grounds out and... SMASH... Into the bottom of my garbage can it went while I was still holding the handle. WHY in the heck are they two separate parts?!? If the beaker breaks, it's not like I want to keep the 5 cent plastic handle... It lasted one whopping use before literally throwing itself in the garbage.
for fear I will never get it to go back together like it should
October 12, 2015
Do not order - the first one I received became nonfunctional after the second use. The stem inside the lid, where it screws to the filter, stripped out and wouldn't attach firmly anymore. I was sent a replacement, and after a couple of uses, it's trying to do the same thing. I'm just trying to wash it without taking it apart now, for fear I will never get it to go back together like it should.
Thin and fragile
September 28, 2015
Very thin glass. It was in fact so thin it did not survive the shipping and arrived as a box full of broken glass and a separate plastic holder so I have no idea how coffee made in this may taste..
Pump and go!
July 16, 2015
I never thought I would stop going to starbucks... But this my friends, this device is real. It pumps so well, the up and down motion feels just like stepping on a honda civic's gas pedal. But the crazy part, it only needs 1 pump... BOOM! Coffee. So bye bye starbucks! Don't need any more of your coffee as this 1 pump device makes the world change.Update: it's been two months now and the press has broken. It no longer stayed connected to the round press and broke without even fully pressing it. So now my return window is over and this crap is going into the garbage. Do not buy this product. Obviously it doesn't last long. Unless you're willing to buy one every two months. Do not buy.
2%
I haven't had this press a month and I am ...
July 25, 2017
I haven't had this press a month and I am already having problems with it. It is very difficult to press down. The info on it said that it would be the screens, they even offered me a link for free screens. I tried to access it but I couldn't bring it up. I am sorry I bought this French Press. Should've gone with a cheaper one...
One Star
April 16, 2016
Worked great for a while but after about 10 days the glass broke during regular use.
Low quality product from a low quality company.
April 2, 2016
Low quality materials. Broke on very first use. :(

After pouring, I noticed a tiny amount of liquid at the base of the unit.... It did not appear to be enough liquid to indicate a leak.... and as I lifted the french press up over the sink in an attempt to determine if it was leaking.... the glass shattered and sprayed boiling hot water all over my arm, which not only burned my arm rather badly, but left a bit of a scar.

To add insult to injury the company was unwilling to show even the most basic level of empathy or even acknowledge the incident occurred. Instead they acted as if they were really doing me a big favor by not charging me shipping when sending me a replacement.

Really disappointed with the entire experience.

This is a very low quality item, from a very low quality company. Would not recommend to anyone for any reason.
The glass cracked after pouring some hot water into it ...
April 1, 2016
The glass cracked after pouring some hot water into it to prepare my coffee. Can I get a replacement please??
I'd be happy with a swift reply/replacement of just the nob
February 9, 2015
The nob on the top of mine also broke within a week of use. I'm not sure how to contact the seller directly, but I intend to try. I'd be happy with a swift reply/replacement of just the nob. Otherwise I'll have to return it for a refund and then buy a Bodum.
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Old Price
$30.98
Price
Price
$11.99updated: Mar 9, 2020
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Article Number
Article Number
0741393129106
0820103556217
Binding
Binding
Kitchen
Kitchen
Brand
Brand
Primula
Idylc Homes
Color
Color
Black
Black
Currency
Currency
USD
USD
Formatted Price
Formatted Price
$0.00
$36.96
Height
Height
350.4 in
204.7 in
Length
Length
251.2 in
366.1 in
Manufacturer
Manufacturer
Epoca Inc.
Idylc Homes
Model
Model
PCP-2306 DST
NA
MPN
MPN
PCP2306DST
IDHCN-FP0011
Number of Parts
Number of Parts
PCP2306DST
IDHCN-FP0011
Product Group
Product Group
Kitchen
Home
Product Type
Product Type
KITCHEN
HOME
Publisher
Publisher
Epoca Inc.
Idylc Homes
Reviews
Reviews
Score
Score
8.2
9.4
Size
Size
6 Cups
34 Ounce
Studio
Studio
Epoca Inc.
Idylc Homes
Warranty
Warranty
30 Days and Manufacturer
Please visit www.idylchomes.com
Weight
Weight
3.5 oz
0.5 oz
Width
Width
212.2 in
216.5 in
Feature
Feature

Primula tempo 6 cup coffee press brews delicious coffee

Stainless steel filter and parts

Large, ergonomic handle makes pouring easy

Borosilicate glass beaker is dishwasher safe

Elegant red plastic frame and lid

SIMPLY THE PUREST WAY ~ extract & brew any Loose Leaf Tea or Whole Bean Coffee's essential oils into a single large 34 oz size ( 8 Cup | 1 Liter ) glass pitcher for a Smooth Rich Gourmet Taste with Absolutely No Grounds or tea 100% Guaranteed, Best combined with a manual coffee grinder for espresso lovers. Perfect Present Idea for Men & Women on Christmas as Gifts

PROTECTIVE DESIGN ~ unique & attractive insulated outer shell not only easy to admire on the kitchen counter but also protects from chips & cracks to the Extra Thick clear borosilicate glass coffee pot. PORTABLE espresso coffeemaker or teapot maker for travel & outdoor camping. QUIET & non electric coffee espresso tea maker for office environments

COMFORTABLE HANDLE ~ Durable & Sturdy, clever design for free flowing & effortless pouring to your mug which also features a BPS / BPA FREE lid were no plastic comes in contact with your hot espresso or iced cold brew tea while steeping. EASY TO CLEAN Dishwasher Machine Safe & detachable stainless steel filter screen infuser system with a quick & easy press, rubber plunger knob

PERFECT GIFT for any fun holiday occasion for both men & women alike, him or her. It's not your typical cheap novelty gag gift for dad & mom. Our awesome unique design comes packaged with top quality gift box material that any coffee espresso or tea lover will appreciate. Some great gift ideas include Birthday gifts, Graduation gifts, Housewarming gifts or Wedding registry presents for a couple. Excellent present for mom, dad, brother, sister, grandma, grandpa, husband, wife, son, daughter, girlfriend, boyfriend and any best friend or family member who loves to brew hot or iced coffee. Or show your appreciation by saying thank you to your nurse, dentist, firefighter, teacher, realtor, business partner, military or police officer with a unique gift. Also Christmas is just around the corner, keep it under $30, 25, 20, or even 15 for White Elephant, Yankee Swap, and Secret Santa Christmas gift exchange for men & women, don't wait until the last minute!

ORDER NOW with peace of mind due to over 5800+ Satisfied Customer Reviews below. When you take that first warm sip on a cold day, you'll understand why so many people have given it an outstanding 5 out of 5 rating for the most Loved Coffee & Teapot Maker Gifts on Amazon. Also Double The Life of Your Espresso Coffee & Tea Press Maker Absolutely FREE by registering your Idylc Homes purchase today! See flyer inside the box for more details...

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