BODUM Chambord 4 Cup French Press Coffee Maker
- French Press
- 2.1 cups
- Manual
- French Press
A well-made compact press for small servings with a durable chrome finish, though buyers should watch for pouring drips and treat the glass carefully.
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How it ranks among the 25 french presses we track
4.4★ across 166 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
166 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
The Bodum Chambord is a 4-cup (0.5 liter) French press with a chrome-plated steel frame and lid over a borosilicate glass carafe, produced at Bodum's own factory in Portugal. It uses a 3-part stainless steel mesh filter and is dishwasher safe.
This is the original 1950s Chambord design rather than a larger modern press, so the 4-cup size runs noticeably shorter than bigger presses in the same lineup. Build quality is generally strong, but a couple of reviewers flagged pouring and glass durability as areas to watch.
- 0.5 liter (4-cup) capacity
- 3-part stainless steel mesh filter
- Borosilicate glass carafe
- Chrome-plated steel lid and frame
Who it's for
Good for someone brewing one or two small cups at a time who wants the classic Bodum look. Not the right size for a household that wants a full pot in one press.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers praised the classic build and shiny chrome finish, but two issues came up more than once: coffee dribbling down the glass when pouring if grounds or foam sit on the seal, and the glass carafe feeling thinner than earlier Chambord models, with one report of it cracking on its own.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Chrome-plated steel frame and lid built to last
- Produced in Bodum's own Portugal factory
- 4-cup capacity, notably smaller than other presses
- Can leak if grounds or foam block the seal
- Glass reported thinner than older models, prone to cracking
Specifications
| Brand | Bodum |
|---|---|
| Model | 11813-18 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.17 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 2.1 cups |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Copper, Glass |
| Color | Copper |
| Exterior Finish | Copper |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Included components | |
| Customer Package Type | Traditional packaging |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | 1 Piece |
| Other details | |
| Coffee Maker Type | French Press |
| Filter Type | Paper |
| Coffee Input Type | Loose Grounds |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Specific Uses For Product | Coffee Brewing |
| Part Number | 11813-18 |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Everyday Use |
| Item Type Name | "Chambord" 4 Cup Coffee Maker |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Jug |
| Style | 4 Cup |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in french presses.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| BODUM Chambord 4 Cup French Press Coffee MakerThis product | 4.4 / 5 | 166 | 4.1 / 5 |
| AeroPress Original Coffee PressAeroPress | 4.6 / 5 | 25,976 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Secura French Press Coffee MakerSecura | 4.7 / 5 | 35,737 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Coffee Gator 304 Grade Stainless Steel French Press Coffee Maker 34 ozCoffee Gator | 4.7 / 5 | 12,800 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Bellemain French Press Coffee Maker Extra Filters IncludedBellemain | 4.6 / 5 | 2,400 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the Bodum 11813-18
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How many cups does the Bodum Chambord 0.5L press make?
About 4 small cups, which reviewers say runs shorter than other French presses in the Chambord line.
Is the Bodum Chambord 11813-18 dishwasher safe?
Yes, it's rated dishwasher safe.
Does the Chambord French press leak when pouring?
Some buyers reported dribbling if grounds or foam sit on the seal area, so wiping the rim before pressing helps.