Top 10 Best Percolators for 2026: Expert Reviewed

Customer Review: This coffee Urn is great. It keeps the coffee hot for a long time, and the capacity is large enough to brew plenty at once. Sometimes I also use it to hold hot water, which works really well. Overall, it’s very convenient and practical, perfect for gatherings, the office, or home use.

Customer Review: Good value, and pretty quick brew time, works well, but no way to lower setting to hold coffee after brew… Only on and off no hold settings. Coffee will over heat and start to reduce if you leave on too long. Seems to have a good quality design, filter and holder do well for brewing.

Customer Review: No photos because there are plenty posted in reviews already.Throughout our coffee journey, we’ve had extended periods of varying coffee brewing techniques. We’ve done drip coffee, pour-over, French press, nespresso, and now this percolator. The main goal is to get a quality cup of coffee without plastic.This is by far the best set up we’ve ever had & it’s completely plastic free.In the past, we’d have to pre-heat our milk to keep the coffee hot. However, this percolator brews coffee so hot, that you NEED the cold milk to cool it down and even then, you have to be careful not to burn yourself. So this method alone of brewing coffee has saved us a whole extra step + dirty dish.It’s also very easy to clean. We use a paper towel to wipe out the grounds after dumping the majority of them. The rinsing/washing is a breeze or you can simply put the pieces in the dishwasher. They’re completely stainless steel after all.Unfortunately, the price of the item has increased by 1/3 since we bought it a few weeks ago. We purchased it for seventy-five dollars (full price) and it’s already at ninety-nine dollars 3 weeks later. I do think that’s ridiculous. This item is so simple, it really shouldn’t cost more than $30-40 tops.

Customer Review: i was reluctant to buy this maker after reading some reviews, but went ahead cause it had the look and options i was looking for.. Day 2 of brewing and i made the whole 12 cups without any issues. Some reviews mentioned weak coffee, i followed instructions and this pot makes very good, strong coffee. Percolators take way more grounds that drip or k cup style makers. i like the warming base, the look and size of the pot. hopefully, no problems in future. id say try this percolator if you’re looking for a sleek, black large capacity percolator.

Customer Review: We have tried several coffeemakers since starting our family (it takes a lot of coffee to fuel our two-working-parents-with-a-new-house-and-two-children-under-two household) and this, my friends, is THE BEST. To understand my rating you may need to know what we were looking for to begin with, and how this machine satisfied our criteria.What we wanted1) First, we needed hot coffee and fast!2) Coffee must taste good3) NO plastic – at least where the nearly boiling hot water comes into contact with it4) Ease of use – KISS rule applies here, as we’re operating on very little sleep these daysHow it performed1) This pot knocks this out of the park. It only takes about 6-8 minutes to brew 6 cups. It is HOT and it stays hot for a long time (actually, it will stay hot as long as you have the machine plugged into the outlet, which is a really nice feature when we’re home on the weekends). A couple of our other machines actually took longer to brew coffee as we encountered filter problems and other issues. Side note – we keep a huge Brita filter of water in our fridge, and use it for coffee so we don’t need all the extra filtering of other machines.2) The taste of coffee will be affected by many factors, not the least of which is the quality of your selected beans, the roast, how freshly ground it is, and using COLD water to begin, however even with the best coffees our previous coffee makers left something to be desired. This machine consistently makes delicious coffee. Seriously, it is such a pleasure to drink.3) This one is really important. As we increased the amount of coffee we drink, we realized that pretty much all other machines involve plastic parts somewhere in the brew process, despite having metal baskets and the like. That means there is a pretty good chance some unhealthful substances could be leaching into the water, and into the coffee. We use steel and glass with our other beverages and for our children’s drinks – but had ignored the almost 16 oz of coffee a day we were consuming! This entire machine, with the exception of the base and handle, is steel. All that boiling hot water comes in contact with is metal. I suspect that also has something to do with how well it performs on the flavor scale.4) Again, home run. This machine isn’t any more labor intensive to use than a Mr. Coffee or a Cuisinart. In fact, it might be simpler since you don’t have to pour water from a carafe into some silly little hole somewhere on the machine, risking spilling water all over the counter. Fill the carafe with cold water. Fill the basket with grounds. Insert bar, basket, and lids. Plug it in. Pour your cereal, hug your kids, pack your lunch, whatever you fancy. 8 minutes later you’re pouring a delicious, hot mug of joe. We have a grinder and only buy whole bean coffee. Sometimes we grind the coffee the night before to save time, but plenty of mornings we have grind it just before making the coffee. Still a simple and quick process..even when we are exhausted.Additionally, you can make small amounts of coffee without needing a special setting. The coffee isn’t any weaker as a result, unlike other machines. I think this has to do with how hot this machine gets the water prior to brewing. It isn’t heating up along the way, like some other machines. So the first few cups are just as good as the rest. You can, however, make a big full pot, which is nice for us because our parents come to visit often and all drink coffee too. And the whole big pot is piping hot. That brings me to a negative aspect of this machine. If you brew a pot, and want another, you have to wait until the pot cools. I’ve been raving about how hot it makes coffee, and that it’s made of metal. Well, it becomes a dangerously hot piece of metal. Clean up is easy with this machine too. We compost our grounds so it is as simple as dumping the basket into our compost container, and rinsing out the parts. Something to be mindful of, though, is ensuring that you UNPLUG the machine before you leave. Best case scenario, you return to hot coffee in the evening, if that’s your thing, but I’m afraid of causing an electrical fire so our post-coffee routine is simply unplugging it before leaving for work. Again, it is usually too hot to clean right away so we do this in the evening.You’ll notice some features we weren’t looking for, and which this product does not have:1) Brew interrupt for pouring a cup while it is still brewing. We aren’t that impatient. We have plenty to do while we wait for the full pot to brew. But some folks may not like that.2) Clock – we have that on our stove…and our phones…and our toaster oven…and our wall. We’re good with clocks3) Programmable brewing – again, not necessary for us as we find using this machine to be quick and easy. We did enjoy this feature on other products (waking up to coffee brewing for you is so nice!) but the trade off for no plastic parts was worth it to us. Plus, my husband is so sweet about getting up first and making the coffee, so not much has changed for me in this way ;-)Well, this is the longest review I have ever written, but I know how people are about their coffee…because I am one of those people. I hope this review helps. We’ve had this machine for 6 months, it’s going strong, it looks cool on the counter, it’s easy to use and it makes one darn good cup of coffee.

Customer Review: For years, I’ve used drip coffee makers; i.e., Mr. Coffee, Black & Decker, and Mainstays. They served their purpose but I started to worry about the plastic corrosion in these models. I’ve always ground my coffee beans with a Capresso. Last week, I decided to upgrade to the Presto 02811 and what a noticeable difference!! The coffee pours out several degrees hotter which is a plus for me. I’m not a coffee connoisseur, but the coffee has a much smoother taste to it. I didn’t even have to experiment with adjusting the coarseness setting on the bean grinder. Same setting as before. Every day, I make four 6oz. cups of coffee and it takes about 8 minutes to finish brewing. The product came with a few paper filters but I don’t think they’re necessary. Only a very small amount of grinds end up in the bottoms of our cups but that to me means we just drank a good cup of percolated coffee.Watching the coffee as I pour it from the old fashioned looking spout feels like I’m back in a diner in the 60’s.i was surprised it doesn’t have an on/off switch or a “keep warm” setting. As soon as you plug it in, the brewing begins and keeps the coffee hot until you unplug it.I was disappointed the pot can’t be disconnected from the electrical part and so it’s not immersible for a thorough cleaning. I’ve already mastered the art of how to clean it with hot soapy water and rinsing it without getting water in the area where the electrical prongs are. And to be extra cautious, I put a small piece of wadded up paper towel in that little area to be sure no water hits it.I think $79.99 was a bit pricey for such a basic model with no bells or whistles but I guess that’s how it goes these days.Nevertheless, It makes a great cup of hot coffee, no plastic, no glass carafe to break, and no more Melita paper coffee filters to buy. I’m pleased with my purchase and recommend it.

Customer Review: I gave this a 5 star review mostly because this pot is made from heavy glass and stainless steel. Plastic never touches the coffee. You will spend over $400 to find this feature and this humble pot is under $75. I almost returned it because the coffee was too “groundy” and it was hard to clean, has to be unplugged after perking and doesn’t have a stay hot feature, no timers, no bells and whistles. But I wanted to stop using my plastic drip coffee maker and now I will tell you what I did to adjust how I make coffee so now it works for me: There are no filters that fit this pot. You have to use the metal filter. Coffee has to be very coarsely ground! The coffee starts out pretty hot which I like, but after I pour the first cup I pour the rest into a thermal container so I don’t need a stay hot feature. The coffee is perfect and this pot is pretty and functional. It perks just as fast as a drip maker. Let’s see how durable it is. But if it’s anything like my parents percolator of old, it will last a long time! Fingers crossed.

Customer Review: The media could not be loaded. When I purchased this percolator, it said it was made in USA. It is not. It is made in China. I set it up the night before with water and coffee. My husband turned it on, so I did not actually see it perk. I woke up to what looked like weak tea.I cleaned it out and put only water in, and attached a video of what it did. the tube does not stay in the bottom to suck up the water, it just bounces around. The water never gets distributed over the coffee. I double checked everything to make sure it was set up correctly. It is not rocket science. but I checked it. It was correct, but it is just a poor design.I also attached a pic.of the bottom element where the tube is supposed to sit. It is a corroded looking metal ( after one use), that rubbed off on my finger. Maybe it is nickel? I don’t know, but I don’t feel it is something I want to drink in my coffee.

Customer Review: Been using electric coffee pots all my life! (63 years). Fresh, hot, smooth cup of coffee every time! It is a little louder than my previous makers. But who cares? The price for these have raised considerably since my last maker purchase in 2018. This is great product at a great price. Fast, easy, quality coffee. Made to order! If you like strong or mild coffee…it’s your choice.

Customer Review: Makes the best/smoothest cup of coffee! So good!! Easy to clean! 5 stars from me

Customer Review: I bought this for large gatherings and it has honestly been a lifesaver. The 100-cup capacity is no joke — it easily handled a big group without me constantly refilling smaller coffee makers. It heats up faster than I expected and keeps the coffee hot for hours, which is perfect when people are coming and going.The stainless steel body feels sturdy and looks pretty professional sitting on the counter. The tap is also surprisingly well designed. I was worried about drips or leaks (which happens with a lot of urns), but this one pours cleanly and hasn’t made a mess.Setup is simple, and the inside is easy to rinse out after use. It’s definitely more of a catering-style appliance than a home coffee maker, but if you host large groups, events, church functions, or office meetings, it does exactly what you need it to do.Overall, really solid for the price and much easier than brewing dozens of individual pots.

Customer Review: Kept the tea hot for 12 hours without even plugging in. Amazing product.

Customer Review: This percolator is perfect!! Packaged and shipped well. Easy to use and clean. No issues with leakage or scorching. Follow the directions, or if you grew up using a percolator you already know about lowering the heat, and you’ll have fantastic results. Very few grounds in the coffee tho no other filter, and the taste is UNBEATABLE!!! I absolutely recommend this one!

Customer Review: This stainless steel coffee pot is durable and works great. It heats evenly, brews strong coffee, and is easy to clean. The handle stays comfortable to hold, and the overall build feels sturdy and long-lasting. Perfect for everyday use or when making coffee for multiple people.

Customer Review: I picked up this Farberware 8-Cup Electric Percolator back in April 2025, and it has quickly become one of my favorite pieces of camp gear. I use it exclusively during camping trips, and I can honestly say it punches well above its weight class out in the field.The first thing that impressed me was the brew speed. You are not waiting around in the cold morning air for long before you have a full pot ready to go. And the coffee it produces is genuinely bold and flavorful — the kind of cup that actually wakes you up. I was a little skeptical that a percolator at this price point would deliver on taste, but it absolutely does. The keep-warm function is a real bonus too, especially on a relaxed morning when you want to sip your second cup at your own pace without it going cold.Cleanup is a bit cumbersome compared to a drip machine at home, but honestly, that is just the nature of a percolator and something you would expect in a camp setting. It is not a dealbreaker in any way — just budget a few extra minutes for it. The product matched the Amazon description completely, and I had no surprises out of the box.Pros:-Fast brew time — great for impatient campers-Excellent, bold coffee flavor-Keep-warm function works well and holds temperature reliably-Sturdy stainless steel construction that travels well-Delivers exactly what the product listing promisesCons:-Cleanup requires a little more effort than a standard drip machine-Requires a power source, so not ideal for truly off-grid situationsIf you are a camper who refuses to sacrifice coffee quality in the outdoors, this percolator is a no-brainer. Highly recommend.

Customer Review: Great coffee maker. Coffee taste great and only takes seven minutes to perk. Got tired of my drip coffee makers that are made with plastic parts that heat up the water. This coffee pot is stainless steel parts and I’m assuming the base of it is also stainless steel but no plastic at all. Only downside is the lid is hard to get off and I’m afraid the nob on top will break. Well-made, coffee, pot, and easy to clean. Nice looking design.

Customer Review: I was lucky enough to be born in an earlier time – when things worked and lasted. Except for the Corvair and the Ford Pinto, that is. I find as I have matured into middle age that much modern “technology” such as the latest high-tech pots and pans, cookware, and coffee apparatus tend to complicate the obvious instead of improving the original. They are designed to take my money and not much else. For years, I would keep an open mind, spend a lot more money for a “better mousetrap” that overcomplicates but doesn’t do the job any better, and many times, worse than the original concept. For instance, I rediscovered cast iron cookware that my folks used when I was younger, which when treated properly, is ten times better than any Teflon non-stick gadgetry that only lasts a year or two and sends cooked chemical remnants into your body. Yes, cast iron is non-stick – the best. And it cleans up so quickly. Properly cared for (which is easy) cast iron never sticks and lasts forever and will outlast me.So when I got tired of lukewarm, luke-brewed coffee from machines that are terribly expensive and last just a couple of years, and all plastic, I again went back to my roots. I have an expensive Keurig and a $1700.00 combo expresso machine. But I can’t get a decent cup of coffee that I am fortunate enough to remember from earlier days. That is until I again went back to the basics, which has never failed me. They all have their uses and none of them are “wrong”. If I want a cup of coffee as I’m running out the door, Keurig fits the bill. I want an expresso after dinner, my Italian combo machine that cost a fortune works for me. Not judging.Have there been improvements and innovation? Certainly yes. Electric percolators of today do a much better job of regulating heat and brew time, for instance. That controls bitterness and overbrewing. But many of them don’t last longer than a couple of years. With a stove top percolator, you are in total control, you are back to basics and back to the best cup of coffee you will ever have if you like a full-flavored and slightly robust (not burnt or bitter) cup of coffee. Sadly, many people don’t know how good it can be.If you like your coffee apparatus now and what it does for you, fantastic, you are in the sweet spot, but don’t be afraid to try what has worked for decades. You might be pleasantly surprised. You may not know what you’re missing.This stove top percolator is top quality, never fails and will last for decades if cared for properly. It doesn’t take much. But if you just want to press a button and have “instant coffee”, or coffee instantly with no care or time involved, If you want a brew where the water barely touches the coffee before it touches your cup, If you want to pay a lot of money for things that never make it into your cup (k-cups, pods, filters, cleaners, etc), if you want to “clean” parts of your “apparatus” you will never see, and trust that, if you want to replace that thing every few years, if you like lots of buttons, lights, beeps, timers, scrolling LED readouts, warning after warning to clean this and replace that, If you want coffee out of a Star Trek replicator, don’t buy this. But if you just want the best cup of Joe on the planet, enjoy the brewing experience, slow it down and enjoy…this Faberware piece of simple magic can be yours, forever. Take the pace down a little bit, get the plastic and chemicals out of your life, save a whole bunch of bucks and don’t let your coffee pot order you around…and get back to basic mountain grown fresh HOT coffee, and I do mean HOT. My advice for what it’s worth, you will never go back, save a ton of money, and really, really enjoy coffee as it was meant to be. Whatever you decide, take your time to enjoy your coffee experience. You can make more money, but you can’t make more time. Enjoy what you have left.I’ve never had to replace anything on this pot, and it is certain to outlast me! So simple, so good.

Customer Review: I love this Percolator! It arrived with the glass top cracked, But I didn’t return it. I purchased the Tops Mfg Fits All Percolator top mentioned in a previous review. I wanted to buy an extra top just in case it broke anyway. It fits perfectly and in fact is better than the original. The original has a black plastic flange to fit the percolator lid. The whole purpose of buying the percolator, aside from being able to use it in power outages, was to get away from plastic and black plastic, especially in a drip coffee maker. So I was happy to discover that the Fits All Percolator top comes with a stainless steel flange or possibly it is aluminum. But nonetheless it does fit perfectly. I also purchased filters that fit this percolator. Although unnecessary, it makes the cleanup easier. Back to the coffee. Perfect! Love smelling it percolate on the stove. I use a high-end, locally roasted dark roast coffee. I only make about four cups at a time, and need to only use two scoops or 2 1/8 of a cup scoops. Once it boils, I let it percolate for about 9 minutes. 7 minutes was too weak. But I like strong coffee. I used a medium grind. It takes about 12 to 15 minutes overall. And Buddy it is worth the wait! Do yourself a favor, and buy Fits All glass knobs to go with it. I don’t remove it and put it in a carafe to keep it warm. I simply turn the burner down to simmer. Or the lowest setting and that keeps it piping hot without percolating it further. I have a gas range and not electric so that might not work as well on an electric range. Nonetheless, great purchase. Great coffee pot!

Customer Review: This is a great percolator. It is easy to use and it does not take that long to brew your coffee. The coffee brews hot and the percolator will stay on for a while and keep your coffee hot. The cup capacity is pretty accurate, that will vary depending on the size of the cup/mug you are using, but if you are using a regular sized mug, then you will definitely get 10 cups out of it.

Customer Review: Percolated coffee was to me as Grand Unified Theory was to Einstein. Not to compare myself to Einstein, exactly — except to say that, in the great Venn diagram of Percolators vs. The Physics of Everything, there happened to be a great overlap labelled, “Stuff that’s almost impossibly hard to comprehend; maybe fully impossible. We just don’t know. Shrug.” And, as is my distinctly non-Einsteinian way, I choose to avoid contemplating the mysteries that surround me, until/unless left with no other choice. (Yes, I’m a real hero.) Anywho, so this thing at work was the condition that created the forced confrontation I require for personal growth: I learned to use a percolator. As it happens, using a percolator is (a) not that hard, and (2.) produces a super-heated (that’s how I like it), super-good cup of coffee. Imagine my surprise. And my delight, too, when this new-found ability coincided with the official demise of my automatic drip machine. So, with all the bravado that attends the newly-informed, I decided to replace my dead drip with this, a pleasantly red, real-life percolator. I am proud to tell you that I am now percolating daily. I feel all sorts of smug and superior to my non-percolating friends. My coffee is super-hot, super-good, and the machine is particularly pretty to look at when not in use, and to listen to when in it. Cleaning is a breeze (just wash the parts in soapy water after every use). And, because percolators prefer — for those of you poor saps who don’t possess the wildly specialized insights I’ve got going for me — a coarser “grind” (as one says when one possesses said insights) than your average can of Folgers provides, I went out and bought a coffee bean grinder. Yes, I did, Reader. Now, I grind coarse beans and find but few crumbs at the bottom of my pot (solution: I make a little more coffee than needed, which keeps the grit mostly in the pot and out of my cup). So, now I’m fully one of “those” people (as one says when one currently lacks aforementioned insights), grinding my little bag of whole bean coffee with a big better-than-you grin on my face. The whole experience, in other words, has turned my regular morning coffee trudge into a mini-excursion to the world of the super rich and super satisfied. Regrets? Not really, no. My coffee kicks ass. I look forward to it every morning as I wake up and prepare to avoid confronting what mysteries of the universe are left to me. (Like homemade salsa. People do that? How?? Why???)