Bodum Travel Press, Vacuum Insulated, Stainless Steel Portable Coffee Maker and Tea Press, 15oz, Black

I thoroughly enjoy this French press; use it daily and no longer bother with any other coffee maker. Understanding how a French press works and knowing what to expect, I can confidently give it five stars. The insulation works fantastically -- my coffee is piping hot after plunging still rather warm up to two hours later. This has been a large issue with my other presses (including those from Bodum). Thank the maker, my coffee no longer goes cold. And the volume is enough that I get a heavy dose of good French pressed coffee every day (even with up to three scoops of grinds). Not like some small presses that force me to make a second cup. Other reviewers have mentioned seemingly negative points that I will also address. First, the sealing of the lid: This is not an up-endable travel mug. Full stop. But it's not advertised as such. Remember, it's a press, which means the plunger mechanism must be able to move. For the price, you can't expect the hardware that would create a waterproof seal around the plunger. So, yes, if you turn it upside down, it will leak. That said, if the mug tips and you quickly right it, it won't leak so quickly that you have coffee everywhere. I carry mine out and about on a daily basis, put it in the outer pocket of my backpack and, as long as I'm a little careful, I have no problems. Second, grinds in your coffee: On the last few sips of coffee, I typically do taste a few grinds that have managed to slip around the edges of plunger screen. It's not the end of the world and it tells me my coffee is done for the day. The edge of the plunger screen is a silicone-esque O-ring which is enough to push most grinds to the bottom, but like all French presses I have used, some may get by. You must also understand that you are not pouring the coffee out of the press (which further keeps grinds from getting into your coffee cup). You are drinking directly from the press, so you can't expect zero grinds 100 percent of the time. As long as I know this, I'm not bothered. Third, problems operating: If you use it properly — not with super fine coffee powder, pushing the plunger consistently but slowly, sometimes making a few attempts — the screen doesn't get blocked and there isn't the pressure buildup that would force water (and grinds) around the edge of the plunger. Some folks complain this happens every time. Operator error isn't exactly something to complain about.

I have owned the plastic version for years but it finally developed a crack. This has been my go to travel necessity. I just purchased the stainless steel version and all I can say is wow! Makes the same great coffee but keeps it hot almost forever. Just buy it. No regrets.

I bought this travel French press in 2023. Today is Feb. 2025. It was for a trip, but I have used it almost daily for 1-2 years now. I search reviews about coffee makers all the time looking for ‘something better’. When I look at my purchases, I have a different one for every 3-6-9 months. Except now. I am one person. Who wants a perfect cup or two of great tasting coffee every morning without fail. I bought the stainless steel since I am opposed to plastic; and to hot water being poured over that plastic. It makes very good ,hot coffee. I like it strong, but not espresso level. I use 4 T. To make 10 ounces of coffee. I use cream ( half & half). Sometimes I wish I had another cup, but now it’s made. I always pour this freshly made coffee into a coffee cup, then add cream. I have tried pulling plunger out, adding a little more hot water and re- plunging. Not great. Now, I just use a portable pour over silicone holder with a coffee filter. Since, I want my last taste of coffee to taste as good as the first one. I am surprised this not having ratings closer to the Aeropress. My son in law uses the aeropress, but honestly my coffee tastes as good as his. Maybe the Aeropress is easier to clean, but this one does a good job. No paper or plastic ( except for lid). And I think it costs less.( or in 2023 it did)!

I love my tea brewer. This will brew about 16oz worth of loose leaf tea (which is what I use it for). I love the smooth, stainless interior. I've accidentally forgotten to rinse it out when it's had dairy in it and it washes and rinses clean and easy with no lingering smell. I've put it in the dish washer to give it a deep cleaning and I like that water doesn't get under the rubber grip and drip down the side. (I have another mug that does that and it's annoying.) It will keep your tea VERY hot for a long time. I've burned my mouth a couple times with it. What I will do now is after brewing the tea is I will drop an ice cube in it to lower the temp if I'm going to drink the tea right away. In the afternoon I will pull the stopper out and add hot water to fill it half way and get a little more out of my tea leaves. The snap lid is very secure. I don't think I would toss it in your bag without making sure it stayed upright but it doesn't leak. I'd say the only think I don't like about it aesthetically is the wording on the embossed cuff around the mug. It says "BODUM The fresh way to brew fresh coffee and tea". It's not very pretty. The raised wording helps with grip, but something prettier like an abstract pattern would be cooler. There was another review on this mug where someone was using it for coffee and mentioned that the stopper didn't press down all the way. I think they must be using waaaay too much coffee grounds in the bottom if that's happening. I've never had that problem with tea but tea leaves compress better. The only other thing I've noticed is that when you go to get the last sip, the tea leaves will clog the bottom filter so the last of the liquid is trapped in the bottom. But that's why I'll add some more hot water in the afternoon to get a little more out of my leaves like mentioned above. Overall, wonderful functional mug.

Excellent quality! Perfect to go with you in all your adventures!

I recently got into french press coffee and this is a great way to still enjoy a french pressed coffee on the go. I have a separate larger french press for weekends when I get to enjoy my coffee leisurely but this lets me get the same great coffee on my way out the door to work. Keeps the coffee very hot and drinkable for a long time and has been very easy to clean. Had it for a while now and no signs of wear or tear yet as I was concerned it might stain but so far so good! Would def recommend.

Apenas tengo un par de días usando el vaso, el cual llego como siempre 1 día después de comprarlo si usas prime, excelente servicio de entrega. La calidad del vaso es muy buena, mantiene el café caliente por varias horas. El mecanismo de la prensa parece bueno, solo que no tenía café con molido grueso y se escaparon algunos fragmentos de café. La verdad recomiendo muchísimo este vaso para todos que requieran preparar rápida y sencillamente un café o té y requieran de moverse. El tamaño del vaso es perfecto para colocarlo en los porta vasos del carro y repito, su calidad a simple vista es muy buena, es visto muchos otros que por el doble de precio no están ni cerca en materiales y diseño. Ire comentando conforme le vaya dando mas uso.

So far has proved an excellent purchase

Excellent mug. Robustly made. Keeps drinks warm for a few hours. Good buy.

I love a good black coffee and Bodum has made the best takeaway coffee press/mug. I've had a smaller one of these for many years and it's so well worn, I decided to replace it with a new one and discovered they came in a larger size (bonus!) :) So I can guarantee you that these coffee mugs last and last. Just use your favourite ground coffee add hot water and go! If you use milk, you'd probably need to make your coffee first, press it; and then add the milk afterwards (I'd imagine). It also keeps your coffee hot for hours, so no more cold coffee if you're out and about!