Bodum Caffettiera French Press 8 Cup
- Capacity: 8 cups
- Filter Type: Paper
- Material: Glass
- Is the item dishwasher safe: Yes
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A reliable, no-frills French press that makes richer coffee than a drip machine once you dial in your ratio, at the cost of a slightly fussier cleanup than a pod machine.
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ASIN: B00008WU99Category: French Presses
Overview
An 8-cup, 34-ounce French press with a chrome-plated steel frame, black plastic lid and handle, and a 3-part stainless steel press mechanism, sized for a couple of large cups or several smaller ones.
It has no electrical parts and no filters to buy, but the manual brewing process means getting the ratio and steep time right takes some trial runs, and cleanup involves separating and rinsing the mesh plunger rather than tossing a pod.
- 8-cup, 34 ounce capacity
- Chrome-plated steel frame with glass carafe
- 3-part stainless steel press mechanism
- No paper filter required
Who it's for
Coffee drinkers who want a manual, no-pod brewing method and don't mind a short learning curve on ratio and steep time. Less suited to anyone who wants zero cleanup effort, since more than one reviewer specifically dislikes the post-brew rinse.
Pros and cons
- Extracts fuller-flavored coffee than paper-filtered methods
- No pods or paper filters to keep buying
- All parts are dishwasher-safe
- Lower upfront cost than a pod or drip machine
- Mesh plunger cleanup is more involved than pods
- Ratio and steep time take some trial and error
Performance notes
All parts are dishwasher-safe, though separating and cleaning the 3-part stainless mesh after each use is called out by more than one reviewer as the least enjoyable part of owning it.
Specifications
| Brand | Bodum |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.3 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 6.8 × 4.2 × 9.6 inches |
| coffee_filter_size | #4 |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 8 cupshigher than 80% of 26 french presses |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Manual |
| Wattage | 850 watts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Glass |
| Color | Black/34 Oz. |
| Exterior Finish | Stainless Steel, Chrome-Plated |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Included components | |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Carafe, Filter |
| Other details | |
| Filter Type | Paper |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Coffee Input Type | Ground |
| Coffee Maker Type | French Press |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Style | CAFFETTIERA |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Permanent Filter, Thermal |
| Part Number | 1918-01 |
| Item Type Name | CAFFETTIERA Coffee Maker |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Bodum Caffettiera dishwasher-safe?
Yes, all parts including the glass carafe and stainless press are listed as dishwasher-safe.
Does it work for iced coffee?
One reviewer brews it hot, refrigerates the remainder in the press, and adds condensed milk over ice later in the day, though this isn't an official use case in the listing.