Toddy Researched
Cold Brew System
The original cold brew system — makes a big batch of smooth, low-acid concentrate that lasts two weeks.
Big batchesThe original
OXO Researched
Compact Cold Brew Maker
The tidiest immersion brewer — a one-switch release valve, a fine-mesh filter, and it fits in the fridge door.
Fridge-friendlyNo mess
8.9
BrewSift Score
Excellent
$40
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Should you buy it?
Buy it if
- Fridge-friendly
- No mess
- Mess-free release valve
- Fits in the fridge
Skip it if
- Smaller batch
- Plastic build
Not for you? Consider the Toddy Cold Brew System — or see all cold brew makers .
The verdict
OXO's compact maker fixes the messiest part of cold brew: you steep, then flip a switch to drain the concentrate straight into a carafe, leaving the grounds behind. Makes a clean, strong concentrate with almost no cleanup.
BrewSift Score breakdown
Scored across the dimensions that matter for cold brew. The overall is a weighted average — see the formula.
Brew quality9.1
Ease of use8.6
Capacity8.9
Cleaning8.4
Value9.2
Pros & cons
What we like
- Mess-free release valve
- Fits in the fridge
- Clean strong concentrate
Watch-outs
- Smaller batch
- Plastic build
Specifications
- Type
- Immersion
- Output
- Concentrate
- Yield
- ~16oz concentrate
Complete your setup
The gear that pairs with the Compact Cold Brew Maker to make a complete, working setup.
Add a grinder
Timemore
Chestnut C2
Grind consistency does more for the cup than almost any other purchase — a burr grinder is what makes good gear actually taste good.
$75Buy
Keep beans fresh
Fellow
Atmos Vacuum Canister
An airtight, opaque canister protects the beans you just bought from going flat within days.
$40Buy
Take it with you
Zojirushi
Stainless Steel Mug 16oz
A vacuum-insulated mug keeps your coffee hot for hours and doesn't leak in a bag.
$37Buy
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