Customer reviews for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker

Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker

Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker : Many coffee-lovers swear by the French press method for brewing the most aromatic, flavorful coffee. Chef'sChoice takes it to the next level with this German-engineered 8-cup cordless electric version. A single heat-resistant glass carafe is used for boiling, brewing, and serving. The solid-state heating element, with no exposed coils, boils water faster than stove or microwave, and the single-pot system means brewing occurs at optimum temperature for maximum flavor - there's no cool-down from transferring boiling water to a cold carafe. When coffee is ready, just lift the carafe from the power source for cord-free serving. Safety features include a Lid Lock system for easy pouring, a cool-grip handle with convenient on-off switch, automatic power shutoff when water reaches a full boil, and double boil-dry safety mechanism. Has easy-clean stainless steel filters and cord storage in the base. Can also be used for brewing tea. Comes with an extra lid for use as a hot pot. 1,500 watts. 75 3/4" Dia. (7 1/2" with handle) x 11 1/4"H. Imported.
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15 out of 16(94%)customers recommend this product.
Customer reviews for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
Review 1 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Excellent design, great coffee

PostedApril 20, 2012
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rpqamu
fromMuskego, WI
Age:55 to 64
Gender:Female
Cooking Level:Expert
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Crowd Pleaser
This is a very well-designed coffee maker, and it makes the best coffee I have ever tasted. I also use it to heat water for my tea, since it is even faster than the microwave. This is also a terrific value for the money.
In the kitchen, I'm never without: my kitchen knives
Favorite Brand: Henckels
Pros: easy to use, construction, size, Performs Well, capacity, Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, quality, Fast/ Speed, Appearance/ Design /Style, Functional/Useful
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Review 2 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Love it, recommend it!

PostedJanuary 10, 2012
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Holdosh
fromSt Louis, MO, USA
Age:35 to 44
Gender:Female
Cooking Level:Advanced
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Cooking Enthusiast
I bought this French-press coffee maker after doing research on the internet. I was not happy with the temp of the coffee from many coffee makers or other makers made weak coffee. So after reading many reviews, I decided to take a chance on this one. It is excellent and does exactly what I needed. It makes a hot, rich cup of coffee. I am so glad I purchased it!
Pros: easy to use, Performs Well, capacity, Easy to Clean/Wash, Fast/ Speed, Appearance/ Design /Style, easy to store, Functional/Useful
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Review 3 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Perfect Birthday Gift

PostedSeptember 26, 2011
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DarO
fromIndialantic, FL
Brews the perfect cup of coffee, easy to make easy to clean.
Purchased for my wife, who drinks a lot of coffee. She says best coffee she has ever had.
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Review 4 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Truly a great product!

PostedMarch 29, 2011
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Myerco217
fromJoplin, MO.
I have owned several of these units and when I brag about their convenience, I just give one away...and buy another one.
Then I hear how much other folks love this French Press.
To me the best feature is the fact that, its the best of both worlds.
I can brew coffee or tea, which ever I care for.
I will always have one of these in my house!
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, quality, easy to use, multi-purpose, construction, Appearance/ Design /Style, Performs Well, durability, Functional/Useful, Long-lasting
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Review 5 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
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5 / 5
5 / 5

great gift

PostedJanuary 6, 2011
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hafhappy
fromPA
My husband has wanted a press coffee maker forever. He is really liking this particular one. The heating unit heats water very quickly & brews a great pot of coffee. He has tried different beans & grinds & they have all produced a nice pot of coffee. He likes the idea of not using another pot to heat water on the stove. Clean up is not a big deal. He is very happy with his gift.
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, easy to use, construction, size, Performs Well, easy to store, Functional/Useful
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Review 6 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Love this product!!

PostedApril 25, 2012
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kathy2
fromPompano Beach, FL, USA
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Female
Cooking Level:Advanced
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Crowd Pleaser
After reviewing what others had to say about their purchase, I thought I would give this a try.
As it turns out...they were right!! It is so easy and the coffee does taste so much better.
My husband wasn't too sure until his first taste and then he was sold as well. We love this french press and don't think we'll ever buy another coffee maker...try it, you'll truly enjoy your coffee!!
Pros: Cord length, Easy to change/Empty filter, easy to use, Low noise, Performs Well, Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, quality, Fast/ Speed, Appearance/ Design /Style, easy to store, Functional/Useful, Easy to view/Read
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Review 7 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
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4 / 5
4 / 5

Makes great coffee!

PostedFebruary 28, 2012
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Anon
fromPompano Beach, FL
Age:55 to 64
Gender:Female
Cooking Level:Advanced
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Cooking Enthusiast
I recently purchased the french press and am very pleased with how quickly it makes coffee and how delicious the coffee is. I only wish that I had heard of it last year when I purchased a Cuisinart Coffee maker which is awful.
Pros: easy to use, Low noise, Easy to Clean/Wash
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Review 8 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
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5 / 5
5 / 5

PostedJanuary 12, 2012
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javafreak
fromSaginaw, MI, USA
Age:65 or over
Gender:Female
Cooking Level:Advanced
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Self-proclaimed Gourmet
love my coffee brewed with French press & having the hot plate included means I can take my press with me on my frequent travels. Always have perfect coffee where ever I am. Love it.
Pros: Cord length, easy to use, construction, Performs Well, capacity, Easy to Clean/Wash, Fast/ Speed, Appearance/ Design /Style, easy to store, Functional/Useful
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Review 9 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
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5 / 5
5 / 5

The Best In-House Coffee Maker!

PostedJanuary 1, 2012
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Tresmom
fromConnecticut, USA
Age:35 to 44
Gender:Female
Cooking Level:Advanced
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Crowd Pleaser
My husband purchased this for me about two years ago for Christmas and I must say it is my pride and joy.
As a former Barista at a nationally well known coffee chain, I missed having a well brewed cup of coffee for free so this French Press from Chef's Choice keeps money in my pocket and the taste of great coffee on my tongue:) I guard it like Fort Knox to make sure nothing happens to it. I would highly recommend this unit.
Pros: easy to use, Value for Money, Fast/ Speed
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Review 10 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
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5 / 5
5 / 5

PostedAugust 15, 2011
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Cdub
fromAutin, Tx.
Have been enjoying our new press for about a week now. We were introduced to pressed coffee some time ago and the difference in flavor with this method is overwhelming, but the old method seemed a bit cumbersome. (heating the water in a seperate unit etc. etc.) With this unit, it's a snap, very impressed with how fast water is heated. Very simple operation and excellent results. It would be nice if it had a larger capacity, this is a personal thought and no way a detractor to the product.
Pros: Fast/ Speed, easy to use, Appearance/ Design /Style
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Review 11 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Excellent French Press

PostedMay 10, 2011
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ALASKA
fromHOMER, ALASKA
We LOVE this french press. It heats the the water to a rolling boil in 4 minutes and is great for coffee or tea. We definitely recommend this press.
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, Performs Well, easy to store, capacity
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Review 12 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Great Purchase

PostedMay 9, 2011
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Jolacy
fromAzle, TX
Works great for coffee (taste great) or boiling water for Hot Tea. Water boils very fast. Very convenient when you are in a hurry.
Pros: Cord length, Value for Money, quality, Fast/ Speed, easy to use, multi-purpose, construction, Appearance/ Design /Style, Performs Well, easy to store, durability, Functional/Useful, Easy to view/Read
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Review 13 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Superior--but with a caveat

PostedNovember 24, 2010
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bianchi
fromSan Antonio, TX
This product makes the best coffee I've ever had, bar none.
And it's the simplest French press available since water is boiled in the coffee pot itself.
Saying this, I must also caution buyers that a design flaw causes eventual (2-3 years) leakage in the bottom of the pot so that the unit must be replaced. But the brew is so superior that I've been willing to repurchase the pot numerous times (the last time, I had to wait 3 months for my order to be filled because of production problems--I bought 2 pots so that I wouldn't be without when the pot fails yet again!) This extravagance is worth it to me--once you've tasted coffee from this French press pot, you won't be satisfied with anything else!
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, easy to use, Low noise, multi-purpose, Performs Well, easy to store, Functional/Useful
Cons: Construction, design flaw that eventually causes leakage
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Review 14 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Chef's Choice French Press

PostedNovember 1, 2008
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CoffeeMama
fromarizona
I have had my Chef's Choice French Press for 3 years and it has been a great, reliable kitchen appliance! After 3 years of daily use, the press/plunger began to become worn so I contacted Chef's customer service. Excellent help resulted in the press being replaced as well as pick up and delivery! Great appliance - Great customer service!!
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Review 15 for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
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2 / 5
2 / 5

Great Idea

PostedOctober 19, 2007
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CarolAnn
fromNiumalu, HI
Not one of my better buys. It makes a quick coffee, but did not hold up well. After 6 months the plastic lid was cracked and the mesh/filter was useless and we ended up with an absurd amount of coffee grinds floating in our cup.
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Ratings-only reviews for Chef'sChoice Electric French Press-Plus Coffee Maker
Based on 1 ratings-only review
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5 / 5
5 / 5
1 of 1 recommend this product