Fantastic French Press
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I bought this after I tried my friend's french press for the first time. I wanted one that wasn't plastic, and was durable, and above all, not expensive. This one fits each category. Every part of this is stainless steel. I love it very much, and I know that it will last me for a long long time. There are fancier ones out there, but they won't do anything this one can't do. Also, I love how shiny it is lol.

Pros: Durable, sturdy, shiny, makes delicious coffee

Cons: If you have really, really finely ground coffee then some of the grounds will go through the screen, but if you use regular coffee like I do (Folgers or Maxwell House and stuff like that), then it won't be a problem.
1457003
Keep in mind throughout this review that I purchased this french press for around $22. I strongly recommend this press at this price, and maybe up to as much as $40, but I would not pay the $70 list price.

I have a traditional drip coffee maker, a Bialetti moka pot, and now this and this has quickly become my favorite coffee maker for daily use.

The quality of coffee is exactly what you might from any French Press. It's like like this pot is lined with fairy dust or anything so don't get this if you have another French Press and you're looking for a 'better brew'. The reason to buy this french press is all of the other perks.

Firstly this pot is stainless steel which makes it remarkably easy to clean. I just rinse it out with water after I'm finished and wipe it down with a dry towel and it's ready for use tomorrow. The most difficult part to really clean might be the plunger but I simply rinse it off and that's done just fine for me so far as well.

The remarkable part about this french press is how well insulated it is. The first week I had this french press I made a pot of coffee and then forgot it on the countertop while I was running around cleaning the house. I didn't come back to it until nearly an hour later and it was still nice and hot. As long as you put the lid on correctly (there's a way you can orient it so that the lid covers the pour hole) then this will keep your coffee warm for a nice long time.

On top of it all this french press simply has a really nice modern look to it which I really adore. It looks wonderful next to my moka pot and burr grinder and my little coffee area is really coming together. :)
2041448
Great first experience with a French press!  Frustrated with my regular drip coffee machine and wanting to love Kuerig but not getting past all the waste of k-cups, I decided to try out a French press.  Guided by other reviewers here, I chose this Sterling Pro for its size and attractive appearance.  I have been more than impressed.  It looks beautiful out on my counter, is easy to clean and makes the best coffee I've had in a while!  I'm a French press convert!
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Overview:
THE END OF YOUR SEARCH FOR THE PERFECT FRENCH PRESS IS NOW! This is the BEST french press I have had the pleasure of using and for soon many reasons. This french press looks beautiful - the glass is very gorgeous and the wire framing compliments the glass nicely. I was afraid the handle would make it uncomfortable to pour, but it does not - it just looks very nice. The lid is made out of plastic and has a shiny-plated piece of metal on top of that for extra insulation of to make it look very pretty. The top press is also plated plated metal and matches the led and rest of the metal. The lid is almost as reflective as a mirror.
The filter is like any other french press filter in that it has the O spring, a fine-mesh and a metal plate with holes. The mesh is what I find interesting, every other french press I have owned has been a simple circle mesh but THIS one is circular and with a tiny portion tightly creased downward. This is great because it keeps you from getting poked from metal when cleaning and makes it pretty much impossible for grinds to make it upward into the coffee you will eventually drink.
When you put four level tablespoons of coffee grinds in (the recommended amount for one liter), the filter will make it ALL THE WAY TO THE BOTTOM so it will squeeze every last bit of flavor out of your grinds. Other french presses I have used would always leave copious amounts of space between the bottom and the filter so the grinds would not be adequate squeezed. I no longer have this problem.
This might not be an *insulated* french press, but trust me you don't want coffee that has been stewing in its grinds for several hours (not even iced). Non-insulated presses are less fragile and keep your coffee adequately hot during the time you would want to drink it. Furthermore, if you want iced coffee just brew 2/3 cups of grinds in a full press for 12 hours with ROOM TEMPERATURE water in the fridge and dilute with milk and sugar in the morning. Ice coffee should never be brewed hot and then chilled, the heat acidifies the coffee and makes the flavor horrendous!
I LOVE THIS FRENCH PRESS! WHAT BETTER WAY TO START YOUR DAY THAN HAVE GREAT COFFEE?

Pros:
1.) Works as advertised.
2.) Looks beautiful.
3.) Quality glass.
4.) Presses grinds all the way at the bottom.

Cons:
NONE!
4473508
This French Press is AWESOME!  If you are trying to decide which one to buy, look no further.  I broke the glass carafe on my old one by bumping it on the counter and replaced it with this one.  It just seems better in every way.  It was very inexpensive, it comes with an extra filter and it is incredibly easy to clean.  It is also insulated, so it keeps the coffee warm, although not exactly HOT.  It can't break.  It looks sleek and modern.  The coffee tastes great and it doesn't drip or make a mess when you pour yourself a cup.  It also seems like the maker stands by their product and is proud of it.  I doubt I will ever need customer service, so I can't attest to that, but the manufacture's warranty seems especially generous.  Also.... the press from the broken glass carafe fits in this product as well.  And if I bang it hard enough on the counter.... the worst that could happen is probably a ding.
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This is the nicest made french press that we could find. The finish is incredible and the accessories are great. We had a glass french press but it broke so we went to the local retail stores but could not find a great replacement. We found this one at Amazon and are so pleased with it's quality. We would recommend and buy again. Thanks for the great quality. It is so appreciated in this day of sloppy craftsmanship.
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Love this French press. I had a glass one for years that got broke during a move. Didn't want to buy another glass one. After some research came across this stainless steel press. Could not be happier.
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a couple of months back I bought a glass French press from marshals to try out and loved it. Unfortunately over time the strainer part broke. In the search of a new French press, I decided to buy one that can retain the hotness of the coffee better and has a sleek design. After finding the X-chef French press on amazons lighting deals, I gave it a try and am glad I did. The French press looks sleek and works very well. After luring hot water and water coffee grounds into the press, I let it sit for a couple of mom nets as I brush my teeth in the am and then push the lid down. If you do it right after, the pressure of the steam from the hot water will splash all over the place. Highly recommend it!
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I bought this to replace my glass french press after breaking two carafes over the past few years. I am very happy with my purchase. My coffee stays warm throughout the morning now. I used to reheat my coffee in a small enamel butter warmer over the gas stove, but now I don't have to. The press is double walled, including the lid. All parts are stainless steel. The lid rotates so that only about 1/4 of it rises to open and form a spout. Before pouring, you rotate the press lid to the opening and then rotate back to block heat loss after pouring. It is not vacuum sealed so heat loss does start after about 45 minutes, but by that time my coffee is gone. If you are upgrading from a glass French Press this will make you very happy! The bonus is this looks awesome on the kitchen counter!
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This is only my second ever French Press but it is my favorite, to be sure! It's really attractive, but most importantly it makes incredibly good coffee. I buy Starbucks Cafe Verona whole bean and use an electric burr grinder, so I'm kind of a coffee nerd. But I do notice a difference between the glass press and the stainless. I truly believe the stainless press makes better coffee and my family agrees! My only complaint is that while it holds 50 ounces it only makes about 40 ounces of coffee. I'm guessing the grinds take up the rest of the space. But, I haven't seen a bigger stainless press at this great of a price so I really cannot complain. (Obviously, it doesn't bother me enough to lower my rating!)
Also, I've NEVER had coffee shoot out of the spout as some reviewers have. I put 10 tablespoons of freshly ground coffee into the pot and then add my nearly boiled water to about 1/4 of an inch below the lowest part of the spout. I set my timer for 5 minutes and end up with the best coffee I've ever tasted! Auto-drip and K-cups cannot even come close!
I only wish I'd bought it sooner!
2345341
The best french press style coffee I have ever made in my life
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I love this french press, I am going to buy another. I initially bought it for camping and away from home use, but I went ahead and tried it and it has become my everyday french press. It is made with high quality materials and does a great job of keeping the coffee warm hours after being made and without any grounds in it! This is a great french press that you'll be happy with and won't let you down!
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Long time French Press user.  This is by far the best French Press I have used and the clarity and flavor of the coffee is superb.  The unique filter system enhances everything.
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Just got this for Christmas and I'm blown away by how good the coffee is. Normally I use a french press, which until now I thought beat all other methods but the aeropress makes french press coffee taste like McDonalds' joe. The mouth feel of a cup from the aeropress is much smoother and there is zero bitterness. It's fast, simple and foolproof. Now if they could only make one that would generate a pot of coffee at once I'd be golden.
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I love French press coffee - the best! Filters take out too much of the good stuff. I don't mind a little "mud" in my coffee. You just don't take the last mouthful from your cup. Sure, with a French press, there's clean up, but as I see it, that's just part of getting a great cup of coffee in the morning (or several). Also, because the coffee grounds stay in the brew (pushed down by the metal filter of course), you actually use less coffee than you do when you run water through a paper (or other type of) filter, because it requires more to get the same rich flavor.

This Fancois and Mimi large press is a beauty! I have a couple of other coffee presses, so I got this larger one for company. It's big enough to serve everyone, and it looks great on the table. It's also practical - the handle makes it easy to pour, and the vacuum insulation keeps it warm for as long as your conversation runs.

I was a little surprised when I first got it, that this 50 oz carafe actually doesn't make that much more coffee than my every-day favorite, the 34 oz Thermos insulated version&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Thermos-NCI1000SS4-Vacuum-Insulated-Stainless-Steel-Gourmet-Coffee-Press-34-Ounce/dp/B00JFDHMPE/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Thermos NCI1000SS4 Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Gourmet Coffee Press, 34-Ounce</a>. So I measured what each actually holds. Turns out, the Thermos press in fact, holds 5 cups or 40 oz when it's filled, as I do it, right to the top.

As for the stainless steel press, it does hold a full cup more. However, it says 50 oz., but I can't get more than 48 oz (6 cups), without grounds getting into the spout. You don't want this, because they'll still be floating after the plunger goes down. Still, it's hard to believe it only holds a cup more, because it looks so much bigger than the tube-shaped Thermos. In fact, the pitcher-shaped press still has to be straight up-and-down inside (a tube), or the plunger wouldn't meet the sides.

The Thermos version is cheaper, and it does a good job. But you can't beat Francois and Mimi for style and great looks - well worth the difference in price! This stainless steel carafe is an impressive addition to the table.

By the way, several other reviewers have mentioned dumping their coffee grounds in the garbage. What a waste! Maybe some apartment dwellers have no choice, but if you have a garden, there's a far better use for the grounds. When your (fresh-ground organic rainforest, fair trade) beans have done their duty, remove the plunger from the press. Refill the carafe with tap-water (never pour grounds down your garbage disposal or sink, unless you want plumbing trouble!). Take it outside, and pour the grounds and water around your plants. Swirl a few times as you do it, to get all the grounds out. Your garden will love you for it! (You can also add the grounds to your composter, of course).s

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Update a year later: the press is still working great. However, I like it so much, it's not just for company any more. I use this to brew our daily fresh-ground coffee, each and every day. The press does keep coffee warm for a good long time, but I like to transfer it to a glass-insert thermos-like carafe, which keeps it warm for hours. Love this Francois and Mimi press!

Recommended!
1970269
Package arrived with no damage and well packed.  Excellent coffee press.  This is the best French Press I have ever used, and the capacity is perfect to have a guest in the home and more than one cup each.
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I previously had the glass SterlingPro french press. It was ok, but it didn't pour smoothly, eventually started rusting, and then the glass broke.

I decided to splurge and upgrade to this Stainless Steel french press, and I absolutely love it.
It feels indestructible and it's brilliantly designed. It looks beautiful, it's easy to clean, it pours smoothly, and makes great coffee.