Chemex

A thick, proprietary filter paper produces an unusually clean cup by removing more oils and fines than a standard cone filter. The one-piece glass design also doubles as a table centerpiece.

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Buy This If

• You want an unusually clean cup from the thick proprietary filter removing more oils and fines than standard filters
• You’re brewing a larger batch for several people at once
• You want a brewer that also works as a genuinely attractive tabletop piece

Consider Something Else If

• Budget for a similar core function to V60 is a concern, Chemex is pricier for comparable results
• You want something compact and unbreakable, this is bulkier glass with real breakage risk