There are several types of coffee makers available on the market, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. The best type of coffee maker for you will depend on your personal preferences and needs. Here are some of the most popular types of coffee makers and their features:
Drip Coffee Maker: Drip coffee makers are the most common type of coffee maker. They work by dripping hot water through a coffee filter and into a serving carafe.
Pros:
- Serve up to 12 cups
-Easy to Use
-Automatic
Cons:
-Black Coffee only
-Lack of Control
Price range: RM50-RM300
French Press: A French press, also known as a press pot, is a manual coffee maker that uses a plunger to push coffee grounds to the bottom of a carafe. Hot water is then poured over the coffee grounds, and the mixture is left to steep for several minutes before the plunger is pressed down, separating the coffee from the grounds. French presses are easy to use and produce a rich, full-bodied coffee.
Pros:
-Easy To Use
-Affordable Tools
-Suitable for Small Serving
Cons:
- Heat Lost
-Limited Serving Size
-Short Brewing , weaker cup of coffee
Price Range : RM15 - RM50
Pour-over coffee makers use a cone-shaped filter to brew coffee, with hot water poured over the coffee grounds in a slow, steady stream. This method of brewing allows for precise control over the coffee-to-water ratio and brew time, resulting in a clean and flavorful cup of coffee. Pour-over coffee makers require more time and attention than other types of coffee makers, but many coffee lovers prefer the taste and experience of this method.
Pros:
- Manual Coffee making , 100% self involvement
-Allows them to control the taste, texture, temperature and strength of the brew
-More time attention
-Suitable for coffee enthusiasts
Cons:
- Time-consuming
- Single cup brewing
-Inconsistent results
-Expensive equipment: (weighting scale, Filter , serving carafe, Filter paper etc.
Aeropress is a manual coffee maker that uses air pressure to extract coffee from the grounds. It is known for producing a clean and smooth cup of coffee, and is convenient for those who want a quick and easy brewing process.
Pros:
-Easy to clean
-Portable
-Allows them to control the taste, texture, temperature and strength of the brew
Cons:
-Single cup brewing
-Requires manual effort
-Limited extraction
-Plastic construction
Price Range : RM200-RM250
Espresso machines use high-pressure steam or water to extract concentrated coffee from finely ground coffee beans. They are commonly used to make espresso shots, cappuccinos, and lattes.
Pros:
Quality coffee: rich flavor and aroma, and a thick layer of crema on top
Variety of drinks: such as lattes, cappuccinos, and Americano
Quick and convenient
No Skill required
Cons:
-Expensive
-Cleaning Maintenance
-Space and electricity
Price Range: RM230 - RM3,000