To be completely transparent, I am reviewing this within the first couple of uses to receive the bonus screen. That being said, this is a very solid purchase. The press is very sturdy and looks great. Many people complain about glass presses because they crack and break easily, but this one has some plastic around the outside that reinforces the glass and looks pretty neat, too. I actually accidentally dropped it from about a foot and a half off the ground and the thing is just fine. The filter and plunger work great.
The best results of good coffee come from following the directions: don't use presently boiling water, if making coffee, use course grounds, clean immediately after use, etc. Several of the common complaints could be remedied just by paying attention and not being a doof. I am very happy over all with this product. Plus, I got a cool app to go with the new press I own by scanning a barcode on the box. Not why I bought it, but a cool little add on of nice coffee recipes. Can't wait to try teas and espresso!
Updated June 1st, 2015
So, I've owned this little beauty for a little while longer now, so I thought I'd give an update after using this a few (dozen) more times.
I. Absolutely. LOVE. This. Device! Let's go over the high points:
All-glass construction. If you feel the inside of your carafe, you'll notice that it is a completely solid glass construction. I've discovered that other presses will join the glass to a plastic base which will crack or leak with normal use. This, however, is a solid build. This will never leak because it's one continuous piece of glass.
Heavy-duty. This thing is a tank. The plastic lining along the outside really enforces that glass. I use this all the time and I've never worried about cracking the glass. Like I mentioned when I first bought this press, I accidentally dropped it (woops!) on the floor and ... it bounced! I wouldn't test that on yours, but that still doesn't change how impressed I am with the durability of this product. Also, the construction just appears pleasing. It's very classy looking, and I get a lot of complements on its looks alone.
It's so simple! No little bolts or screws. Just the carafe, a plastic top/plunger, and nothing else. The filter attached to the top is ridiculously easy to take apart and assemble. There are some other presses that advise you to disassemble their filters over a tray so you don't lose little parts. No problem here! Just three pieces that sit right on top of each other and twist right on to the plunger. My dog could put this thing together.
My last high point is the company's customer service. They do a great job of making sure you're happy. Pretty much as soon as I ordered the press I got an email from the co-founder of the company and got a few tips on how to take care of the press. Now, I don't know if it was an automatically generated email, but I don't really care if it was. I knew exactly how I could get ahold of someone if I had any questions. I've never heard any complaints about trying to communicate with this company. In my experience, these guys and gals are the best at doing what they do.
If you're busy scrolling through reviews of various presses, trying to decide which is the best one for you, I'd tell you look no farther. I did the very same thing, and I'm so happy with my results. This is the all-around best glass press you'll find. Like I mentioned in my first review, most of the problems people encounter while using any press are generally their own fault. When brewing coffee, use course ground beans to avoid any bits of grounds that could pass through the filter. Never, ever, use directly boiling water in the press. That's just too much of a shock for any glass. Plus, it'll make the brew nasty. Always stir the grounds with a plastic or wooden spoon. Metal spoons might hit the inside wall of the carafe and chip or crack the glass. Basically, handle your press with care and use common sense. If you do that, you'll be making the most delicious cups of coffee you've ever had in no time! I hope you enjoy your press just as much as I do.
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**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 frameBodum - carafe can be separated from metal frameLid:KORA uses a very thin plastic that can be easily squeezed from the edges. Entire lid rotates when positioning to pourBodum uses metal for the outer lid which feels heavier and more premium with an isolated plastic piece that rotates independently when positioning to pourSpiral 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 patternBodum uses a 4-hole cutout patternAll 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 BodumReplacement carafe for broken Bodum - buy the Kona and reuse your Bodum parts (assuming you don't mind not using your Bodum frame)
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