Best coffee percolaters for 2023
Want cafe quality coffee at home, but on a budget? Then this coffee maker from Amazon that’s got shoppers raving is for you.
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If you’ve clicked on this article, I probably don’t need to tell you how important a good cup of coffee is.
In Australia, a nation of proud coffee snobs, it’s essential — which is why we’ve got cafes delivering top tier barista coffee on every second street.
But it’s not always practical (or financially viable) to leave the house every time you want a good cup of coffee.
A coffee machine might seem like the next best thing, however, they can be expensive and take up too much room if you’re tight on space in the kitchen.
There’s no need to resort to instant coffee however, with a coffee percolator or moka pot an affordable alternative if your morning cup of gold is an essential part of your routine.
Here’s our round up of the best percolators and moka pots out there, including one from Amazon Australia that has a stunning 15,000 five star reviews.
BEST STOVETOP COFFEE PERCOLATORS AND MOKA POTS
Bialetti 1164 Moka Express Coffee Maker, 4 Cup, Amazon Australia, $49.76
This stovetop coffee maker comes highly recommended by Amazon shoppers with a whopping 11,800 five star reviews. Made in Italy from aluminium, this moka pot has an ergonomic handle and patented safety valve.
Five-star reviews praise its high quality design, ease of use and ability to create “full flavoured coffee goodness”.
“Having retired my espresso machine which is showing its age, I wanted something simpler to give me a great cup of fresh coffee,” one five-star reviewer says.
“The Bialetti is just the job. Robustly built from a time tested design it is very easy to use and clean. All replaceable parts are readily available.”
GROSCHE Milano Stovetop Espresso Maker Moka Pot 9 Cup, Amazon Australia, $47.99
This moka pot also comes recommended by Amazon shoppers, with an average rating of 4.5 stars from over 15,000 reviews.
Available in a striking red colour, this stovetop coffee cup makes nine espresso cups in one go, meaning it’s perfect for after dinner coffee with friends.
The Milano Stovetop Espresso Maker is also made in Italy and features a safety valve, as well as featuring a larger wooden handle that acts as a burn guard against the pot’s hot surface while in use.
“Forget about those expensive espresso machines, my friend recommended this moka pot to save me the trouble of cleaning it,” one five-star reviewer says.
“This, along with my electric milk frother, produces the best cappuccinos and lattes for me.”
Baccarat Barista Italico 6 Cup Espresso Maker Silver, House, $26.99 (RRP $44.99)
Designed in Italy from high grade aluminium, this easy to use espresso maker has a phenolic handle to make handling the pot while it’s hot easier.
It also has a safety steam release valve if your espresso becomes blocked and is suitable for use on all stovetops.
Tramontina Stainless Steel Coffee Maker 6 Cup/300ml, Harris Scarfe, $29.97 (RRP $49.95)
This stainless steel stovetop coffee maker by iconic Brazilian cookware brand Tramontina will easily brew up to six espresso cups of coffee in no time.
It also has a bakelite handle, so you can safely move the pot when it is hot and is a steal at its reduced price of $29.97.
Alessi 3-Cup Pulcina Espresso Coffee Maker, Catch, $149 (RRP $255)
Wow, this coffee maker is so pretty to look at you will want to leave it out on display on your stovetop when you’re not using it.
Italian homewares brand Alessi are known for collaborating with artists to make stylish yet practical products and this coffee pot is no exception.
With more than $100 off the normal price, it’s also a seriously affordable way to elevate your morning coffee.
BEST ELECTRICAL COFFEE PERCOLATORS
This coffee maker gives you the delicious taste of coffee made in a moka pot but with the ease of being electrically operated.
The stainless steel moka pot takes just three to four minutes to boil and can make up to six espresso cups of coffee at a time.
Leaf & Bean Electric Espresso Maker Italian Coffee Percolator 3 cup Black/Silver, Catch, $109.50
This electric espresso maker delivers cafe quality coffee with ease thanks to its one button operation and automatic shutdown after use.
It can make up to 100ml of espresso and has a clear coffee jug, meaning you can watch as your coffee is made.
BEST COFFEE PERCOLATOR AND MOKA POT ACCESSORIES
Breville The Choc and Chino Milk Frother, The Good Guys, $109
This top-selling appliance makes frothing milk for your coffee a breeze. Users have the option to either make hot or cold milk froth, while there’s also an extra setting that allows you to use it to mix chocolate into your milk of choice for the perfect sweet drink.
Smeg Milk frother Pastel Blue, Myer, $299
This milk frother is an investment, but would look oh-so-stunning on your bench top.
The retro style appliance comes in a pleasing pastel blue.
With six preset functions it can create up to 250ml of froth in one go, making it perfect if you do a lot of at-home entertaining.
Sunbeam Coffee and Spice Grinder, The Good Guys, $39
If you take your coffee seriously then buying whole bean coffee and grinding it before you brew will seriously up your game.
This stainless steel appliance can also be used to grind spices and small herbs.
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