Bodum Caffettiera French Press 8 Cup
- 8 cups, 34 ounces in one beaker
- Glass beaker, chrome-plated stainless frame
- Plastic handle and lid shield hands from heat
- 6.81 x 4.17 x 9.65 inches
- 1.3 pounds empty
- Manual plunger press, no power needed
- Dishwasher safe
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A larger manual French press for a table or a small group, with a glass beaker in a chrome-plated frame. Brewing is entirely by hand, and the listing contradicts itself on filter type and power details.
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ASIN: B00008WU99Category: French Presses
Overview
A plunger moves through the glass beaker and ends the brew when it is pressed down gently. A chrome-plated stainless frame supports the beaker, and a plastic handle and lid guard the user from heat.
Steeping ground coffee right in the water makes a pure, capsule-free cup, and the bigger beaker serves several people from one batch. The listing's electrical and filter entries are contradictory, so rely on the description.
Who it's for
A shared kitchen, an office or a holiday table where several cups are poured from one pot suits the larger beaker. Solo drinkers will make more coffee than they need, and those who want brewing handled automatically should buy a machine.
Pros and cons
- Larger beaker serves several people
- Chrome-plated stainless frame
- Plastic handle and lid shield heat
- No power or capsules needed
- Filter type contradicts itself in listing
- Electrical specs conflict with a manual design
- Hot water must come from elsewhere
Performance notes
Ground coffee steeps in hot water, and pressing the plunger gently stops the brewing by pushing the grounds down. Steeping time and grind decide the strength, because nothing in the press controls them. A full beaker needs enough hot water ready at once, since the press does no heating.
Specifications
| Brand | Bodum |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 1.3 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 6.81 x 4.17 x 9.65 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 8 cups (34 ounces) |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Glass |
| Color | Black |
| Exterior Finish | Stainless steel, chrome-plated |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Carafe, filter |
| Other details | |
| Filter Type | Listed as both permanent and paper |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Coffee Input Type | Ground coffee |
| Coffee Maker Type | French press |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
Closest rivals on specs
Mr. Coffee 78762.01 Daily Brew Coffee Press 1.2 Qt- Item weight 1.3 vs 1.5 pounds (-13%)
Frequently asked questions
How many mugs does the Bodum 8-cup French press make?
The listing gives 8 cups and 34 ounces. The number of mugs depends on how large your mug is.
Is the Bodum 8-cup press electric, given the 850 watt entry?
The listing shows 850 watts and 220 volts, but the description is of a manual press: add ground coffee, pour in water, stir, wait and press the plunger.
Does the Bodum Caffettiera use paper filters?
The entries conflict. One calls the filter permanent, another says paper. A filter is listed as included either way.