OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker vs OXO Brew Thermal 8-Cup Coffee Maker
These are the same machine under two listings: the OXO Brew 8-Cup and the OXO Brew Thermal 8-Cup share the SCA-certified BetterBrew system, Rainmaker showerhead, bloom cycle, single-serve basket and 8-cup double-wall thermal carafe. Buy whichever listing is cheaper and in stock; check both prices before ordering. No price was given for either listing, so compare current store prices on this page.
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OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker
4.2Choose the OXO Brew 8-Cup if it is the cheaper of the two listings or the only one in stock, since the hardware is the same.
Pros
- SCA-certified Gold Cup brewing at a controlled temperature
- Double-wall thermal carafe keeps coffee hot without a hot plate
- Brews a single cup or a full 8-cup carafe
- Removable well cover fits tall travel mugs
- Fits under standard cabinets
Cons
- 4.2 out of 5 from 392 ratings, so some owners report problems
- Uses paper filters, which you must keep buying
- No price shown here, so you must check stores
What separates them
| OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker | OXO Brew Thermal 8-Cup Coffee Maker | |
|---|---|---|
| Brewing system | BetterBrew microprocessor with precise temperature, volume and time control | BetterBrew with temperature control and bloom cycle |
| Water temperature | Held in the SCA Gold Cup range | 197.6°F–204.8°F |
| Carafe | Double-wall vacuum-insulated thermal, 8 cups | Double-wall vacuum-insulated thermal, 40 oz (8 cups) |
| Single-serve brewing | Brew by individual cup or the carafe | Single-serve function with petite grounds basket |
| Showerhead | Rainmaker showerhead | Rainmaker showerhead |
| Certification | SCA certified | SCA certified |
| Footprint | Sized to fit under cabinets | 10.5 in wide x 7 in deep x 13.5 in high |
| Price | Not stated in the listing | Not stated in the listing |
Price history
- OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker: lowest $197.99 on Oct 30 at Macy's.
- OXO Brew Thermal 8-Cup Coffee Maker: lowest $197.99 on Oct 30 at Macy's.
Prices at every store
OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker
- Kitchen EquippedCheck price at Kitchen Equipped
- Macy'sCheck price at Macy's
- OXOCheck price at OXO
OXO Brew Thermal 8-Cup Coffee Maker
- AmazonCheck price at Amazon
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- Macy'sCheck price at Macy's
Specs compared
| Spec | OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker | OXO Brew Thermal 8-Cup Coffee Maker |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | — | 8 cups |
| Dimensions | — | 10 1/2" x 7" x 13 1/2" high |
| Weight | — | 10.3 lb. |
| Water tank | — | 40-oz. |
| Carafe capacity | — | 40-oz. thermal stainless-steel carafe (8 cups) |
| Power | — | 1400W. |
| Model number | — | 8718800 |
| Carafe type | — | Double-wall, vacuum-insulated thermal 8-cup car… |
| Certification | — | Certified by the Specialty Coffee Association (… |
| Water Tank Size | — | 2 qt |
| Brew Style |
Questions and answers
- Are these two OXO coffee makers actually different?
- No. Both are the OXO Brew 8-Cup with the same BetterBrew system, Rainmaker showerhead, bloom cycle and 8-cup thermal carafe. Treat them as one product and buy the cheaper listing.
- Which is better for a single cup?
- Both brew single servings into a mug or travel mug using a small grounds basket. The removable well cover on either lets a tall mug fit.
- Does the thermal carafe keep coffee hot?
- Yes. The double-wall vacuum-insulated carafe holds heat without a hot plate, so coffee does not keep cooking. Preheat it with hot water for the best results.
- Is the SCA certification meaningful?
- It means the brewer met the Specialty Coffee Association's home brewing standards for temperature, time and extraction. Both listings carry it.
- How long does a pot take?
- About 5 minutes for a full 8-cup carafe, per the OXO specs. Single cups are faster.
- Is one worth extra money?
- No. Paying more for one listing buys the same machine. Buy whichever is cheaper and in stock.
