Cold brew makers look similar on store shelves, but the specs that matter, capacity, filter construction and material, vary more than the price tags suggest. This table pulls the manufacturer data for each model in our cold brew silo and lines it up in one place so you can read across a row instead of hunting through individual listing pages.
The five columns you see, capacity in fluid ounces, material, filter type, color and dimensions, are the ones buyers consistently ask about. A 32-oz glass pitcher with a mesh filter behaves differently in the fridge than a 64-oz plastic jug with a paper filter insert, and those differences matter when you are making a week of cold brew in one batch.
Use the table to narrow your list, then read the full review for any model you are seriously considering. Questions? Reach out at [email protected].
A 32-oz maker yields roughly four 8-oz servings per batch, which works for one person brewing twice a week. If two or more people drink cold brew daily, look for models at 48 oz or larger. Batch size also depends on how long you want to steep: a larger vessel lets you make a concentrate and dilute it to taste, stretching each batch further.
Glass vs. plastic: which material is better for cold brew?
Glass does not absorb odors or stains and keeps the coffee flavor clean over multiple batches. Plastic is lighter and less likely to break if dropped. Both work fine in the fridge as long as the material is listed as BPA-free. The capacity and filter type tend to matter more than the material choice for most home brewers.
What filter type produces the clearest cold brew?
Fine mesh metal filters keep most sediment out but allow some micro-grounds through, giving the brew a slightly fuller body. Paper or cloth filters produce a cleaner, clearer cup. Some makers use a two-stage system with both. If you prefer a very clean, bright concentrate, look for paper or dual-filter models in the table.
Does cold brew maker size affect steep time?
Not directly. Steep time is driven by grind size, coffee-to-water ratio and temperature, not the vessel size. Most makers recommend 12 to 24 hours in the refrigerator regardless of capacity. A larger maker simply lets you brew a bigger batch in that same window.
Can I compare dimensions before buying?
Yes, and it is worth doing. A tall narrow maker may not fit on a fridge shelf with an overhead drawer, while a short wide one can slide in beside other containers. The dimensions column in the table shows height, width and depth as listed by the manufacturer so you can check fit before ordering.
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