Which makes better coffee, the AeroPress or the French press?

They suit different tastes. The AeroPress paper filter gives a cleaner, brighter cup with almost no sediment. The Bodum Chambord gives a heavier, oilier cup with more body and some grit.

Which is better for two people?

The Bodum Chambord. Its 34 oz carafe pours two or three cups from one steep. The AeroPress brews one 10 oz serving at a time, so two people means two rounds.

Is the AeroPress worth $20 more?

If you brew single cups, travel with your gear, or dislike sediment, yes. If you brew for a group and want the lowest price, the $19.99 Bodum does the job.

Which is easier to clean?

The AeroPress. You push the grounds out as one puck and rinse the plunger. The Bodum is dishwasher safe, but you still scoop out wet grounds first.

The AeroPress has fewer breakable parts; long-term users report years of service. The Bodum's glass carafe is the weak point and can chip or crack if knocked.

Can I use the same grind for both?

No. The Bodum needs a coarse grind or fines slip through the mesh. The AeroPress is more forgiving and works with medium-fine to medium-coarse grinds.

AeroPress Original coffee vs Bodum Chambord French Press (34oz)

Buy the AeroPress Original for a single cup, for travel, and for paper-filtered coffee with less grit. Buy the Bodum Chambord if you brew for two or more and want a full 34 oz carafe for less money. The price gap is real: $39.99 at Target as of November 5, 2026 versus $19.99 at eBay as of November 5, 2026. The AeroPress costs about double, but it is smaller, lighter and more forgiving of a coarse or uneven grind.

Today the AeroPress Original coffee costs $6.00 less at its best price.

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