First, work out how many litres of coffee you’ll need for your group, then decide whether everyone will be served at once or at different times. For one shared round, a larger glass jug may be enough. A thermal jug is handy if you’ll be serving later, while a glass jug with a warming plate suits you if you’ll serve the coffee shortly after brewing. Compare the capacity and care requirements of the specific model with the portions you actually serve.
You want to brew enough filter coffee for everyone to enjoy at the same time. So compare the capacity in litres with your own serving sizes, rather than relying only on the number of cups stated on the packaging. The Consumers’ Association says filter coffee is suitable for larger quantities.
You’ll also be pouring coffee later, while guests are baking or eating, and are comparing a thermal jug with a glass jug on a warming plate. The Consumers’ Association notes that filter coffee is suitable for larger groups.
You’re looking for a machine that’s easy to fill, clean and maintain, even outside festive meals. Check the design and care instructions for the specific model.
A good fit if: lots of guests will be drinking coffee at around the same time. Moccamaster lists the CD Grand’s brew capacity as 1.8 litres.
Bear in mind: the glass jug doesn’t keep the coffee warm on its own. Moccamaster says the CD Grand switches off automatically after 40 minutes.
A good fit if: guests will be having coffee at different times, or you’d like to take the jug to the table. Moccamaster lists a capacity of 1.8 litres for the CDT Grand and around 1.25 litres for the KBGT.
Bear in mind: check the capacity of the model you choose and follow its cleaning instructions. According to Moccamaster, the KBGT jug has a glass inner flask that must not be cleaned with a brush.
A good fit if: one brew will be enough for your group and you’ll serve the coffee shortly after brewing. Philips lists the HD7460/40’s capacity as 1.2 litres.
Bear in mind: according to Melitta, keeping coffee warm on a warming plate for a long time can make it more bitter.
The Consumers’ Association gives 125 ml as the traditional serving size for a filter coffee cup. Work out how much your guests are likely to drink, then compare the result with the capacity and serving style of the jug you choose.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity per brew | Multiply the number of portions by the amount per portion, then compare the result in litres with the stated capacity. Check what the manufacturer means by a cup. | If I want to serve everyone in one go, I’ll calculate using the capacity of my own mugs rather than relying only on the number of cups stated on the box. Around 36% of consumers say having enough coffee per brew is their top priority. |
| Keeping coffee warm when serving at different times | Compare the type and capacity of the jug. Also check the cleaning instructions for the specific jug. | When guests will be having coffee at different times, I want to know how to keep it warm without having to brew another batch. Around 29% of consumers prioritise keeping coffee warm when serving at different times. |
| Ease of use and care | Check whether the water reservoir and filter holder are removable, and read the cleaning and descaling instructions. | If I’m also using the kitchen for baking, I want to be able to fit filling and cleaning the machine easily into my routine. Around 21% of consumers say ease of use and care while baking is their top priority. |
| Supplies and spare parts | Check which filter type you need, and whether care instructions and spare parts are available for the model. | I want to know in advance which filters and care products I’ll need, and how to replace the jug. Around 14% of consumers prioritise supplies and spare parts. |
The stated capacity per cup may differ from the amount your guests pour into their mugs. As a result, one brew may not provide enough coffee for your group.
Calculate based on the number of people you expect and the amount you’ll actually pour for each person. Then compare the result in litres with the jug’s capacity.
A warming plate is part of the machine; it’s not the same as a jug you can take to the table. Melitta warns that keeping coffee on a warming plate for too long can make it more bitter. Thermal jugs also have their own care instructions.
Choose based on where and when you’ll serve the coffee, and follow the instructions for the specific jug.
Filter type, cleaning requirements and the availability of spare parts can vary between models. Check the product-specific information before choosing a machine.
Find out which filter type you need, how to descale the machine and which spare parts are compatible with the model you’ve chosen.
Depending on the model, you may need compatible filters, descaler or a replacement jug designed for that specific model.
The CD Grand, CDT Grand and KBGT are models to compare if you’re considering a larger brew or a thermal jug.
The Look Therm and Look V Therm Timer are thermal jug models to consider if serving coffee later or setting the machine to start in advance is important to you.
The 3000 Series HD7460/40 is a glass jug model to compare if a capacity of 1.2 litres suits your coffee round.
The PurShine KF 1500 is a glass jug model to consider for a smaller coffee round.
These Joybuy products range from domestic filter coffee makers to a 15-litre commercial machine. Compare the capacity with your own serving sizes and choose a serving style that suits when your group will be drinking coffee.
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The 1.25-litre capacity gives you a starting point for comparing the portions you’ll need for your group. The machine has a glass jug on a warming plate and a reusable filter.
The product description also mentions a water-level indicator, drip-stop feature and automatic switch-off.
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With a capacity of 15 litres, this model is only worth considering if you’re brewing for a very large group. The description states that it makes around 150 cups per hour and has a keep-warm function.
According to the product description, the machine has a reusable stainless steel filter and a tap.
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This filter coffee maker is worth comparing for a group round if a capacity of 1.25 litres is right for you. The description lists ten cups and a warming plate.
It also mentions an Aroma Twister spout and a stated brewing temperature of 93 °C.
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The stated capacity of ten cups can help you compare the machine with the size of your mugs and the number of guests. The product description mentions a glass jug with a keep-warm function.
It also lists a water-level indicator, automatic switch-off and a non-slip base.
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Compare the 1.25-litre jug with the amount of coffee you’ll need for your group. The stated capacity is ten to fifteen cups.
The product description mentions a permanent filter, adjustable coffee quantity and an easy-to-remove filter holder with a double handle.
Multiply the number of portions you expect to need by the amount of coffee per portion, then compare the result in litres with the jug’s capacity. The Consumers’ Association gives 125 ml as the traditional serving size for a filter coffee cup. If you use larger mugs, calculate using the amount you actually pour into them.
No. Moccamaster advises against using a brush on the glass inner flask of the KBGT jug. Follow the cleaning instructions for the jug you’re using.
According to the Dutch government, if a product is faulty you can contact the retailer. A manufacturer’s guarantee is an additional benefit; in the Netherlands, there is no fixed statutory guarantee period that applies to all products.
When electrical equipment with a rated AC voltage between 50 V and 1,000 V is placed on the EU market, it must meet the applicable safety requirements and CE marking rules under the Low Voltage Directive, as described by EUR-Lex. Your Europe explains that CE marking is not an independent EU approval. Check the specifications and safety information for the specific machine.
