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OXO Brew 9-Cup Coffee Maker Review

SCA-certified drip with a built-in bloom cycle.

OXO Brew 9-cup coffee maker

The OXO Brew 9-Cup brings specialty sensibilities to the mainstream: SCA certification, a built-in bloom (pre-infusion) cycle and a double-wall carafe that holds heat without a burner.

It is the accessible upgrade path from the budget brewer for the specialty-curious.

At a glance

Pros

  • ✓Genuine specialty brew technique
  • ✓Thermal carafe keeps coffee perfect
  • ✓Simple operation
  • ✓Ergonomic design

Cons

  • ✕Single size (no small pot)
  • ✕Clean-up a bit finicky
  • ✕Premium price vs budget drip

Key features

  • •SCA Certified
  • •Full pre-infusion bloom
  • •Double-wall thermal carafe
  • •Rainmaker shower head
  • •Simple single-touch brew

Who it's for

Best for

  • •Specialty-curious households
  • •Pour-over lovers who want hands-off
  • •Café-flavour daily brewers

Who should buy

  • •People upgrading from budget drip
  • •Design-and-quality buyers

Who should skip

  • •Large families
  • •Anyone wanting a timer

Specifications

TypeDrip brewer
CertificationSCA Certified
CarafeDouble-wall thermal
BloomFull pre-infusion
BrandOXO

Our verdict

The OXO Brew 9-Cup is the affordable specialty drip: certified technique, flawless thermal carafe and an approachable price that punches at the big guys.

Frequently asked questions

OXO or Bonavita?

Both are SCA-certified and excellent. OXO adds better ergonomics and a superior thermal carafe; Bonavita is often smaller and cheaper.

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