Best Cold Brew Coffee Makers – Reviews and Top Picks

We prefer colder, smoother coffee beverages, and that's why we've put together a list of the best cold brew coffee makers.

Some are cheap and easy, others are more complicated and expensive. 

All of them will make a great cup of joe.

Without further ado, let's talk about cold brew coffee makers.

When people ask me about my favorite cold brew machine, I don't hesitate to name-drop the OXO Good Grips Coffee Maker. Sure, it's not without flaws, but even Michelangelo made a few mistakes on the Sistine Chapel!

The best thing about the OXO Good Grips Coffee Maker is probably its filtration system. With a quick and easy top-mounted filter, you can prepare your coffee concentrate with absolutely no mess and no fuss. The "rainmaker" design will evenly distribute the water over your grounds.

There's even a stopper to seal the carafe if you want to stick it in the fridge when you're done. The concentrate will retain its flavor for up to two weeks.

Another great thing about the OXO Good Grips Coffee Maker is its convenient packaging. It comes with an auto-stop function to avoid spills and mea,assurement markings on the carafe so that you don't accidentally overflow.

Last but not least, the OXO Good Grips Coffee Maker can be dismantled and stacked if you're ever in need of countertop space. Though it weighs a hefty four pounds and measures 9.5 x 9.5 x 14.7 inches at its full height, it takes up less than half of this room when dissembled. Now that's compact!

There are a lot of pieces to the Filtron Brewer, including a decanter, measuring cup, filter pad, rubber stopper, water bowl and coffee bowl. However, its complexity makes sense when you realize that it can create hot and cold coffee beverages.

Are you in the mood for something warm and steamy on a winter morning? The Filtron Brewer has you covered. Or would you prefer something crisp and cool during a humid summer afternoon? The Filtron Brewer still has your back.

Weighing 2.5 pounds, the Filtron Brewer is a somewhat heavy coffee maker, but its size is less than its heft. It measures just 8 x 8 x 12 inches, so it will fit easily on countertops or inside cabinets.

Another great thing about the Filtron Brewer is that it can be used to create frothy, milky drinks like lattes. You don't have to drink plain-Jane cold coffee if you're in the mood for something with a little more flavor. Iced macchiatos, here you come!

Tea drinkers, this one is for you. The Toddy T2N can be used to steep tea in the exact same way that it brews coffee, and what's more, it can be served hot or cold depending on what you do with it.

This is because the Toddy T2N creates a coffee concentrate that can be microwaved or iced according to your mood.

The best thing about the concentrate is that it lasts up to three weeks if properly stored. You can brew one batch and not have to worry about making any more for almost an entire month.

It's also a nice choice for any sufferers of acid reflux disorders. According to the manufacturers, coffee brewed with the Toddy T2N is 67 percent less acidic than traditional hot-brewed coffee. I don't know about that exact percentage, but it was definitely easier on my stomach!

All things considered, I'd recommend the Toddy T2N for people who like versatility in their cold brew coffee machines. The only real drawback of this product is that it's DIY in terms of temperature, but that's a small price to pay for its many brewing options.

The instructions for this product are written in Japanese.

However, let me tell you something:

The Hario Mizudashi is so easy to use that you won't even need the instructions.

It's so simple that even newbies to the world of cold-brewing coffee will be able to take one look at it and understand how it works.

You start by putting the grounds into the filter and the filter into the pitcher. Then you top it off with cold water. Stick the pitcher in the fridge before you go to bed that night, and in the morning, you'll have ice-cold coffee brewed to perfection. All you have to do is dump the grounds into the trash before consumption.

You can even drink it directly from the pitcher if you're so inclined!

In addition to its simplicity, the Hario Mizudashi is also a sturdy container that will last for years. The pitcher itself is made of glass while the handle and spout are both plastic. The filter is washable and reusable mesh.

At 11.8 x 4.7 x 4.3 inches and 1.2 pounds, the Hario Mizudashi also fits easily into your fridge. It will make between 4-5 cups at a time.

The one con of the Hario Mizudashi is that it's utterly bare-bones in terms of design. There are no special buttons, dials or timers to make your morning easier with advanced coffee-brewing technology. So that's a bit of a bummer.

On the flip side, if you just want a simple coffee pitcher, the Hario Mizudashi delivers in spades.

The first thing that you'll notice about the Yama Glass Cold Drip is its curved brown wood supporting a four-tier drip system. The design is very elegant and high-end, and any visitors to your kitchen will definitely comment on it.

That said, I don't recommend coffee makers on appearance alone. The Yama Glass Cold Drip makes a wonderful cup of coffee, so if you have the money to spend on it, it can be a very worthwhile splurge.

Your cold coffee is made by dripping ice water down valves and filters to the bottom carafe. The result will be a smooth, creamy coffee that takes just three hours to prepare, so you won't have to wait overly long for your caffeine fix.

At 11.1 pounds and 12 x 9 x 24.5 inches, the Yama Glass Cold Drip isn't a coffee maker that can be stuck in a corner, but you wouldn't want to house it there anyway. It's the kind of unit that you show off. It's too gorgeous not to display!

Yes, you read that right! The Mason Jar Cold Brew Coffee Maker is a literal mason jar. However, it also comes with a filter and bamboo top that makes it a bit more refined than your average spice-holder.

Personally, my favorite thing about the Mason Jar Cold Brew Coffee Maker is that it can be used alone as a 32-ounce container or combined with another mason jar to create a 64-ounce infusion system. That's twice the amount of java in one fell swoop!

The Mason Jar Cold Brew Coffee Maker can also be used to brew a variety of teas, including green tea, black tea, sun tea and loose-leaf tea. When combined in the two-jar system, it can even serve as a fruit infuser.

At 1.4 pounds and 3.6 x 3.9 x 7 inches, the Mason Jar Cold Brew Coffee Maker is nice and compact for daily use. However, despite its small size, it still needs between 12-24 hours to steep. Keep that in mind as you plan tomorrow's iced lattes.

Small and light, the DRIPO is perfect for those mornings when you just need a quick pick-me-up before heading off to work or school. You can even take it with you for coffee beverages on the go!

The secret of the DRIPO lies in its Japanese/Dutch brewing system. Instead of creating coffee concentrate that must be chilled by an external power source, this unit drips cold water directly over your grounds. It takes only 2-3 hours to prepare, and the result is already fresh, cool and drinkable.

There are drawbacks, of course. There's no valve or switch to control the drip rate, so you have to cede control on that front. It can also suffer clogs from ice chips.

When it comes to size, however, the DRIPO can't be beat. It weighs just 1.2 pounds and measures 8 x 4 x 4 inches. It's highly portable and ready to be stowed in your purse, bag or backpack for the day ahead. Get moving!

At 5.5 x 5.5 x 6.5 inches and 1.76 pounds, the Coffee Gator Coffee Maker Kit doesn't look like an elaborate coffee-brewing station, but there's more to this kit than what meets the eye.

Let's start by talking about its glass carafe that comes with a reusable filter, collapsible funnel and custom measuring scoop. That's a lot of pieces, but they all join in harmony to make a delicious cup of coffee.

I'd also be remiss if I didn't mention its mess-free design. The filter cap is easily rinsed and removed; the lid is strong and leak-proof. You won't have to worry about spills with this product.

Finally, the concentrate made with the Coffee Gator Coffee Maker Kit will be "as fresh as a daisy" for 2-3 weeks. That's a decent longevity for such a simple product, so enjoy it!

I can't help it! I love mason jars!

The CLK Mason Jar Coffee Maker is another cold brew coffee maker that utilizes the power of old-fashioned mason jars to create a sweet, smooth java. It can also steep teas, waters, fruit infusions and even scented oils, so you'll get plenty of use out of this product.

Another perk of using mason jars as coffee brewers is that they're very strong and durable. The filter of the CLK Mason Jar Coffee Maker can withstand 100 pounds of weight placed on top of it!

As for the unit itself, it weighs 1.9 pounds and measures 4.2 x 4.2 x 9.5 inches. This is pretty standard among cold brew coffee machines, so there won't be any surprises when you open the box.

All in all, the CLK Mason Jar Coffee Maker is a solid, dependable product that will be a great addition to any kitchen.

Are you tired of complicated coffee makers? Do you long for something simple that doesn't require a master's degree to understand?

The Takeya Cold Brew is your dream machine.

With an easy screw-on lid that resides above a plain filter and pitcher, the Takeya Cold Brew allows you to make cold coffee and iced tea without any kind of fuss. Just stash it in the fridge after you've added your water and coffee grounds, and the Takeya Cold Brew will do the rest.

It won't even take up a lot of space! The Takeya Cold Brew weighs just 15.2 ounces, less than a full pound, and it measures 5 x 7.5 x 9.5 inches. It will fit on any countertop or inside any refrigeration unit.

Say goodbye to chaos and hello to order with the Takeya Cold Brew.

These are just a few of the best cold brew coffee makers on the market. Don't be afraid to shop around and find the machine that suits your own personal needs and desires!