Base your choice on how much coffee you need at a time and how often guests will be serving themselves during the gathering. A thermal jug is well suited to serving coffee over a longer period, while a glass jug with a warming plate can be handy if you’re serving it shortly after brewing. For several jugs in a row, Bravilor Bonamat lists the Novo as holding 1.7 litres and taking 5 minutes to brew each jug. Also check the connection requirements and safety information for the exact model.
If you’ll be serving several cups in a row, compare the jug’s capacity with the cups or mugs you’ll be using, and check how soon you can start brewing another batch. The Consumers’ Association recommends filter coffee for larger quantities.
If your guests won’t all be having coffee at the same time, consider whether you can leave the coffee in a thermal jug or keep it warm on a warming plate. The Consumers’ Association points out that coffee can become more bitter over time on a warming plate.
For an occasional gathering, ease of filling, pouring and cleaning are important considerations. The Consumers’ Association recommends removing coffee residue from the jug and filter holder. Also check how to fill and clean the model you choose.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity and brewing time | Compare the number of litres per jug with the size of your cups, and check the brewing time if you’ll be serving several rounds. Bravilor Bonamat lists the Novo as holding 1.7 litres and taking 5 minutes per jug; these are the manufacturer’s specifications. | If I’m serving several rounds at a photography club or family gathering, I want to know how much coffee will be ready each time and how soon the next jug will be ready. Around 36% of consumers prioritise capacity and brewing time. |
| Keeping coffee warm | Check whether the model has a thermal jug or a glass jug with a warming plate. According to the Consumers’ Association, coffee can become more bitter over time on a warming plate. | When guests have coffee at different times, I don’t want to rely on everyone taking a break at once. Around 29% of consumers give keeping coffee warm top priority when hosting guests over an extended period. |
| Ease of use and maintenance | Check the water-level indicator, drip stop, filter type and cleaning instructions. Inventum lists a non-removable reservoir among the KZ818D’s features, while Melitta lists a swing-out filter and drip stop for the Enjoy Top Therm. | If I’m refilling the machine during a gathering and cleaning it afterwards, I want filling and pouring to be straightforward. Around 21% of consumers prioritise ease of use and maintenance. |
| Replacement parts | Compare the filter type and check the full model number when buying a spare jug. Melitta lists specific model numbers for compatible replacement jugs. | If I’m also thinking about filters or a spare jug, I want to know which parts fit the exact machine. Around 14% of consumers consider the price and availability of replacement parts their main priority. |
A cup shown on the packaging may be smaller than the mugs your guests use. As a result, the jug could run out sooner than you expect based on the stated cup capacity.
Work out the amount you need using the capacity in litres and the size of the cups you’ll actually use. For a larger group, plan when you’ll need to start brewing the next batch, too.
According to the Consumers’ Association, coffee can become more bitter over time on a warming plate.
Serve it shortly after brewing, or consider a thermal jug if guests will be drinking at different times. Check the automatic switch-off time for the specific model.
A jug may need to match a specific model number; the brand name alone doesn’t confirm compatibility.
Compare the full model number on the machine with the manufacturer’s compatibility information.
If the spare jug doesn’t fit, you may have to buy another one after all.
Bravilor Bonamat lists the Novo’s power rating as 2130 W. So, as well as jug capacity, consider the space you’ll need and the connection available.
For the specific model, check the rating plate, manual, connection requirements and installation location. The NVWA states that CE marking is compulsory for electrical appliances covered by the Dutch Commodities Act Decree on Electrical Equipment; check this for each model.
The manufacturer also positions the Novo for use by clubs and associations. Its specifications are worth considering if you want to brew several larger jugs in a row.
According to Inventum, the domestic-use KZ818D combines a 1.2-litre thermal jug with a timer and reusable filter.
The KBGT is a domestic filter coffee machine with a thermal jug, designed for people who serve coffee over an extended period.
The Enjoy Top Therm is a domestic thermal-jug coffee maker with an adjustable aroma setting.
This selection includes filter machines with a glass jug for several cups, as well as a larger model with a tap. Compare the capacity and serving method with the number of guests and the flow of your gathering.
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The 1.25-litre glass jug gives you a useful benchmark when comparing how much coffee you need per round.
The product information lists a warming plate, reusable filter, water-level indicator and anti-drip system. The glass jug and warming plate can get hot, so use the handle and take care when pouring.
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The stated 15-litre capacity and tap are worth considering if you need to brew a large quantity at a time and prefer a different way of serving.
The product name lists a continuous filter, keep-warm function and power rating of 1500 W.
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The stated capacity of 1.25 litres is useful if you want to brew a jug for several people.
The product information lists a glass jug, warming plate and Aroma Twister. The glass jug and warming plate can get hot, so hold the jug by its handle and let the machine cool down before cleaning.
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The stated capacity of 10 cups can help you compare how much coffee it brews at a time. Bear in mind the size of the cups your guests will be using.
The product information lists a glass jug, keep-warm function, water-level indicator and automatic switch-off. The stated power rating is 1000 W.
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The 1.25-litre capacity is a useful point of comparison for a jug of coffee at a group gathering.
The product information lists a glass jug, anti-drip system and adjustable coffee quantity. According to the product name, the filter holder has a double handle and is designed for both left- and right-handed users.
Count the coffee drinkers and the rounds you expect to serve, then compare the total volume you’ll need in litres with the jug’s capacity. The Consumers’ Association describes a traditional cup of filter coffee as 125 ml; your guests may use larger mugs.
A thermal jug is a good choice if you want to serve coffee at different times without using a warming plate. A glass jug with a warming plate lets you serve coffee shortly after brewing; according to the Consumers’ Association, coffee can become more bitter over time on the plate.
According to the NVWA, CE marking is compulsory for electrical products covered by the Dutch Commodities Act Decree on Electrical Equipment. Check the marking on the specific model; a general rule doesn’t prove that every individual product complies.
Follow the manual for your chosen model for the first rinse and descaling. Clean the jug and filter holder; according to the Consumers’ Association, leftover coffee residue can leave a bitter aftertaste.
According to the Dutch Government, the retailer is your point of contact and must provide a solution if a product is faulty. The Netherlands has no fixed statutory guarantee period; a manufacturer’s guarantee does not replace your statutory rights.
