Review: The Delter Press - Better Than The Aeropress?

[@Coffeeology]

I realized today while sipping my coffee what I really like about your content. You're relaxed, some KZbinrs feel they have to almost be manic to keep a viewer's interest. I really appreciate the way you deliver your content. Cheers!

[@b4804514]

I agree but it is also that he answers questions that you are thinking about very logically and comprehensively with no fluff

[@Owyss]

Definitely, look at the chill introduction, cut straight to the point!

[@Valspartame_Maelstrom]

The reason I hate KZbin. Most of the big names are CONSTANTLY SCREAMING.

[@sonny9390]

Coffeeology i couldn’t put my finger on why I enjoy his videos so much till you said that.👍

[@AAARREUUUGHHHH]

His videos have a great coffee shop vibe to them

[@MattParlane]

Hey James, just a thought... when you're reviewing something like a this, using a clear (glass) cup/mug would be useful so that we can see what is coming out the bottom. Speed, colour, amount, etc... Love the review though, thanks!

[@katt2002]

same here, it feels like the video is incomplete.

[@cappaslangmurderer]

Horrible ideA sorry

[@dogshake]

@@cappaslangmurderer If you use a mug, glass, or cup to drink coffee then you are NOT a coffee drinker, sorry.

[@mlynn998]

@@dogshake what the hell are you supposed to drink out of then?

[@1nvisible1]

*James is like if someone gave Steve Buscemi a bath and a high end manicure.*

[@rockycave]

Been using the Delter every morning for a year and it’s on its last legs. Haven’t seen anyone mention this online yet but all the plastic around the top that the cap screws onto is frayed and has hairline fractures from multiple use and screwing on and off. Constantly leaks around the cap now as well. Not good. My aeropress has lasted 5 years so far and as good as the day I got it.

[@aerosmillie]

Were you able to replace this product under warranty? How is the coffee compared to aeropress coffee?

[@Prod-23]

Any update?

[@rockycave]

@@aerosmillie sorry for the late reply, I never went down the warranty route as I felt it wasn’t a faulty item I had but something that would just reoccur because of the materials used, shortly after this message it was on it’s last legs so went back to Chemex and aero - it was a much smoother coffee but felt that it also lessened the flavour and it didn’t quite hit the spot if that makes any sense.

[@rockycave]

@@Prod-23 well, shortly after this comment I gave up on the device as I felt it only had a few more attempts left in it and went back to the aeropress - still going strong after 6 years of nearly daily use 👍

[@Prod-23]

@@rockycave Thanks for the update. At this point I think the Aeropress is only going to be beaten by an improved Aeropress ...

[@DanielMaidment]

Please, please, please do an Aeropress brew technique breakdown.

[@jameshoffmann]

One day I will.

[@jameshoffmann]

I want to, but there's just so many ways to brew that I haven't worked out an effective way to do it all in a single video.

[@TheCnoonan123]

@@jameshoffmann Live Aeropress dice session.

[@sethgz420]

James Hoffmann maybe a mini series?

[@andresmoreno7947]

A discussion of Aeropress recipes would be welcome too....

[@adamsharpe4128]

Disclaimer: I am Australian... I have a Delter coffee press and love it, I find the coffee to be a sweeter and a little lighter in colour more like a pour over then the taste that my aeropress gives me which is a bit heavier and a slight bitter note. In saying that I believe both do an amazing job at what they’re designed for. My normal brew in the Delter is 15g coffee at a medium/fine and I only pour 100g water in and do a very soft 50g infusion I then add back to the 200 line (I guess making it 250g of water in total) and plunge again 100g and 100g. I’ve never bothered putting the rubber plug (coffee dosing tool) back in and just press on the 3 wings of the plunger and have never been scolded, but I am aware of it always. I also don’t run the puck dry into the cup but place it over the sink and dry the puck there and then push it out into a bin, which might be why I don’t get any bitterness from that final press. Love your videos James you got me hooked on this wonderful world of coffee. #fanforlife Cheers mate Adam

[@iniff]

Also Australian, completely agree. Push on the wings, dry over the sink, etc.

[@TurtleBar]

Count me 3. Australian, I've stopped using my Aeropress.

[@wanyarra]

Same here. Love it and I don't bother with the black rubber part.

[@masdimdimsky3548]

Is it Delter able to make an espresso like coffee? Don't bother, I just a bit curious, and it's been more than a half year Delter Press hit Indonesia. Me n my friends are quite curious with Delter

[@TurtleBar]

@@masdimdimsky3548 no, it's lighter strength, similar to plunger/French press or pour over.

[@taylorfenton96]

I believe one of the main intentions of the Delter Press was to remove the agitation variable in order to have a slightly more consistent, repeatable brew. Agree with all the points you made tho!

[@letsgetcarriedaway]

Taylor Fenton take a shot every time delter says ‘unwanted agitation’

[@Hamthy727]

@Frank Sparks any aeropress user will have a hard bias for it. It's a great device

[@samueljung2165]

Put a book on top of it to press, and it become even more consistent and repeatable:)

[@latch909]

Very fair review. It has replaced my aeropress in the morning when I’m concentrating on cooking eggs and not brew timing! The same little issues you described, but I find there’s less room to cock up a cup, I’ve had no bad brews since switching, whereas with the aeropress I could occasionally make a pretty poor cup when distracted.

[@time1187]

Thomas McInnis True delter press here is much more straight forward as you don’t need to weigh or time everything every single brewing session.

[@turk639]

Never really had issues with inverted aeropress

[@Rubibi-saltwaterjim]

Good point about brew timing. It does make coffee faster.

[@lonestarr1490]

@@Rubibi-saltwaterjim The time you save brewing you spend cleaning.

[@TheDennzio]

dear god how much easier can it be than an Aeropress

[@chrisjs6123]

I have both - I think that coffee from the Delter is more consistent and less prone to bitterness than an aeropress. The coffee brewed is generally lighter and closer to a pour-over style. It is probably a better solution for someone who doesn't want to invest time in thinking about the brew (like my wife) but conversely it is fussier and harder to use which is why she insists on using aeropress and hates the Delter. The aeropress, when combined with scale, timer, and a prismo makes far superior coffee to my tastes but if you just want to chuck coffee in and move on, the Delter has its advantages. If I had to choose only one, no question it would be the aeropress.

[@emuemu8428]

Stuff like this is why I'm glad I'm not a snob/refined palate. I just do a rounded scoop, level, pour, stir, press. Quick, easy, good cup every time.

[@teklife]

but then the cleanup is a bitch with the delter, whereas with the aeropress, you can even get away with not cleaning it at all really.

[@jamesaditya5254]

@@teklife to be fair, they only mentioned the chucking of coffee before moving on, maybe save the cleanup for future you after you're done with your day

[@MohanadOBakkar]

Thanks for the great review! One of the key things is Delter is not an aeropress.. It works differently, the coffee bed is separated from the water, vs aeropress both in the same chamber. I've been getting much cleaner coffee with more clarity and less bitter on the delter. 17g coffee med grind size 92C water Add 40ml water, press for the bloom wait 30 sec, meanwhile add 210ml, divide that into 3 presses, aiming for total brew time of 2:30 Pretty good results, though so much room for multiple techniques and running tds tests!

[@franzwiebe7539]

I have the both the Aeropress and the Delter press... and like both but I find the Delter makes a cleaner cup of coffee whereas the Aeropress is more of a heavier and always a bit cloudier coffee. They are as you said very different brewing techniques but both have their advantages. I used the Delter even on a plane when flying long distance overseas. Great little tool and perfect for travelling. Thanks for your great Videos

[@gaiaiulia]

I use two filters and that makes the brew cleaner, imo. (Aeropress)

[@evanm.2300]

James does a areopress video of most aftermarket filters(i wish he reviewd a metal mesh filter to see his opinion). They sell thicker paper filters and cloth filters. Also like the other guy said u can double stack papers- i need to try that now lol!

[@ALSutton]

Just bought the Delta and made my first brew. After being a long time aeropress guy I have to say the delta coffee is better. I think its not design to be as roughly treated as the aeropress hence the twisty seal think. I just let the weight of my arm do the work. Excellent coffee.

[@DavidGauldRallyVids]

I just did a head to head of my trusty Aeropress v the Delter Coffee Press which I had delivered yesterday. Did 12g of very fine end of medium grind to 200mls water in both. Did a blind taste and was able to identify my regular aeropress cup in the taste test. I did have marginally less bitterness in the Delter brew. Both cups were very good. Both brewers are fun to use and experiment with. So many variables. I quite like the plunger system on the Delter and how it allows you to add more water without removing. It gives the potential to make a bigger brew. Clean up, and thankfully I watched this video before I ever used the Delter is as James said not as straight forward as the brilliantly simple Aeropress. However it's still not difficult. The gaskets can be a little finicky to put back on. If you enjoy brewing coffee with different methods then you will like the Delter.

[@GadgetViper]

'A fully depressed plunger' - must have something to do with feelings of inadequacy when compared to the Aeropress ;)

[@deltercoffee1823]

No feelings of inadequacy or any agitation over here mate ;-)

[@GadgetViper]

@@deltercoffee1823 Nice, but seriously though, cool looking product, I imagine it makes a pretty consistent coffee.

[@manikrn007]

Underrated comment.

[@JC-fj7oo]

@@manikrn007 IDK, it got like from the OP and from the manufacturer of the device. How much more "rated" can it get?

[@time1187]

GadgetViper I bought this Delter after watch James review and I must say it makes good coffee with my dosage of 16g/200mL against recommended 12g/200mL

[@tedley70]

I love how nitpicky you are about features, materials, technique, and UX... and then you always congratulate any method or equipment that yields tasty coffee. I love that about your reviews: a perfect balance of judgment and keeping the focus on the coffee itself.

[@bennguyen96]

Bang on with the review Hoff! I've been using one for a couple of months now and came across the same issues - namely the rubber gasket twisting and accidentally getting drips of hot water on myself after brewing. Makes a fairly solid cup of coffee though!

[@zakariyyagardee8934]

How does it compare to a filter coffee like that from a V60?

[@nwalpy]

Yeah agreed! The build could defs be better. The coffee is good though and It's pretty fun to use!

[@nwalpy]

@@zakariyyagardee8934 I've found it's a lot lighter in body compared to V60 but i could be brewing it incorrectly. I personally consider V60 to be my gold-standard but the Delter is faster and has portability, making it more convenient when you're in a rush or on the move

[@voteforninjas]

@@nwalpy V60 portability: kurasu.kyoto/collections/drippers/products/munieq-tetra-dripper-02-stainless-leather-case

[@jameshoffmann]

Yeah - it's a tricky one because I want to talk total experience rather than just focus on the brew, but I also don't want to ignore the quality of the brew. Hopefully I got that balance about right!

[@letsgetcarriedaway]

I had the twisty thing happen with the seal too and it definitely dampened the user experience. It probably made a nicer coffee than I could get from the aeropress, but the aeropress is just so much more straightforward to use.

[@AR-ml9eo]

Yep. The ease and quality of the Aeropress can't be beat. There are times I get freaky about the plastic and wish there was a glass version but then I couldn't cram it in a suitcase. The cleaning is so freaking easy.

[@clovermark39]

Yes that stopped me buying it quite a bit but it is so easy to use and reliable. The plastic is good and strong and is Bpa free so as safe a plastic that we can get at this point and so easy to clean. Even I can make good coffee and wherever I am too.

[@-IE_it_yourself]

with glass it is one slip and a trip to the hospital.

[@flashcraft]

Why, A R? What's your concern about plastic? It's fantastic and you couldn't live well without it.

[@isodoubIet]

@@-IE_it_yourself Kind of already part of the aeropress experience tbh what with you applying force on device precariously perched on a container filled with hot liquid

[@-IE_it_yourself]

@@isodoubIet a bit of 80'c water is a lot different then glass cuts to the hand.

[@dabougi8063]

Nice review as always, Sir. I never really liked the Aeropress for many reasons (ugly, useless numbers on it, cloudy coffee etc, everything is o.c. subjective)...and I was really searching for a fast, easy way to make drinkable (not competion-level-) coffee at work. So I pregrind 12g in little containers, put it inside the Delter when needed and fill boiling water to the 200 mark in it. Preinfuse, press, done. No scale, no timer...no tilting the "inverted Aero-tower", no force to press the plunger. A nice, clean cup. After using, I press through some air to dry it and let it sit until the next brew. Yes, the cleaning is a bit more work...but no real problem. So, FOR ME, the Delter Delter solves some problems and I enjoy using it. Best wishes, keep up the good work

[@sammidixon7310]

While I love the Delter press, one issue I have had with it myself is the shower screen popping out of place and struggling to get it back into place. I think the Aeropress was really well designed for convenience and ease of use and that's a bit lacking in the Delter. Although I do still really enjoy the way the Delter produces a coffee and the lack of dripping before you press down which is my one main issue with the Aeropress.

[@Beati3]

Nuh, still going to pack my Aeropress. It's the easiest, and my Porlex fits inside it. I don't want to be tending to burns on my trip, which looks highly likely for me, being a wee bit clumsy to begin with.

[@crazy91boy]

You haven't mentioned that you can brow double to amount without the need of replacing the coffee grind. However, it'll become harder to push when you double the amount. I've done it with 24g medium grind coffee with 400 ml water. Another thing I noticed is that if you brew twice back to back, things will get massy and gasket in the plunger will act weirdly.

[@jiuns]

Hi James, I agree that the channelling is a big problem, with slight pressure will cause strong water punching thru the coffee ground hence channeling, but if we push too gently might end up with longer extraction time. Regarding the water volume splitting, you can first pour specific amount of water into chamber then press. after then press then fill another round of water, with this you can get more precise control of water volume per press rather than looking at the marking which is not very accurate .

[@macdaddy9344]

Good Review... it reaffirmed for me just why I LOVE my AreoPress... simple, clean, minimalist... and my brewer of choice!!!

[@mariai9549]

mine too. gotta keep it clean though.

[@DavidRamseyIII]

The backlight on the shelves looks fantastic. Great work! Oh and the video was good too etc etc

[@moose8337]

I'm not the only one who noticed lol

[@Ontheroadtourism]

I used to make home brew beer and wine and I missed not making it. Since watching James's videos for the last couple of months I am in heaven and enjoying the thrill of the process and end result far quicker than making wine. I finally realised I am in love with the learning, complexities of the subject and the process which I can enjoy every day in my kitchen.

[@bgav]

James - Enjoyed your review. I'm a long time Aeropress user, having used paper filters and most of the metal discs including the Able Disc and Ameuus (both o2 and 01 10k). I figured I'd give the Delter Press a try. I was impressed after my first brew and found it to be very close to a V60 or Kalita Wave pour over in quality. I agree with many of the points you raise in your review - the loose fitting cap, the close but not-quite-the-same-as-Aeropress filter size, the plunger-gasket that sometimes gets twisted, and you can't fully eject the coffee puck for a simple cleanup. The bottom line to me though is that it makes a great cup of travel coffee that is consistently closer in quality to a pour over than I've been able to achieve from my Aeropress.

[@n8b5]

Enjoyed watching this. Lucky I didn't see it first or I wouldn't have bought the Delter. For people like me the Delter is easier. As a non expert user the Aeropress was much harder for me to consistently get nice tasting coffee from. I would stir too little or too much, or let it steep too long or not long enough. On the Delter those steps are eliminated so I can't get them wrong. I use a kitchen kettle and would tend to pour it too early or too late. On the Delter that is easily recoverable, on the Aeropress it was just another mistake that made the coffee taste bad. Occasionally when I did make a nice cup on the Aeropress it didn't taste so good towards the end because some of the grinds got past the filter. On the Delter that never seems to happen.

[@MrDarren690]

I'm surprised you say that the Delter is easier. I use my AeroPress almost exactly like the written instructions--a scoop or two of coffee, water up to the 2, stir until smooth (which isn't a lot), press, dilute, punch out the puck. Then again I don't own a Delter so you might have the edge on me in that regard.

[@dennisvr6]

I feel that my coffee is lighter and cleaner tasting than aeropress. I often lose fruitiness when brewing with aeropress. I like brewing lighter roast coffee with the Delter

[@jk01973]

I agree.

[@countryjim03]

I agree, It's a cleaner tasting brew for sure and I actually like that you can plunge and re-plunge. It feels like you have more control over your brew!

[@mariai9549]

Curious, what is your total brew time with the Aeropress???

[@AlloffroadAu]

Good review I didn't realise the plastic dosage cap was also the lid, I have used the Delter press now for a few weeks daily and never used the Delter plastic cup to seal the top off and never burned my hand just need to leave a air gap or push around the edges so loosing it is no deal breaker at all

[@brendanthompson4463]

I’ve used this for the last few months, nothing else. That black little bit is meant to be the dosing cap, but I’ve never even used it for that. It’s stayed in the box. You can just be careful and use your fingers on the sides to press it down. Also durability wise, I’ve had to replace all the rubber before I used up all the 100 included filter papers so you’ll want to keep an eye on that.

[@ImranMunshi]

The cups I had that were brewed from a Delter were some of the cleanest cups of coffee I have had, including V60. My V60 brews are a bit oily (I use Cafec Abacca Filters, plz comment about them if you have any exprience)

[@samuelcollis-bird9851]

I picked up this pretty soon after it came out. My initial expectation was that it would replace my borrowed Aeropress but it won't do that. It's totally different. It's closer in style to a V60 or some other pourover/filter coffee, but just easier to do. The place it's now sitting in my routine is when I want a filtered coffee but need to save time, or space, or when I just don't feel like going through the whole ritual of a V60. I think as an Australian brand, they tried to shy away from tying it in with filtered coffee cause that's just a naughty word over here. Instead, they talk about things like "reduced agitation" and "control". However I found it was really useful to introduce me to a lot of the concepts, brew time, structure and the like that I now use with my V60. The problems though are mostly what you've mentioned. I don't bother with the cap on top (they sent me two for some reason), I just carefully press down on the fins, live on the edge. The seal on the plunger often gets twisted for me as well and there seems to be a bit of water leaking through. The shower screen (I think they call it the "jet seal") is problematic. As it wears out, coffee sometimes backwashes into the upper chamber, I don't know what impact that has, but I doubt it's intended. It definitely does not distribute water evenly, I think just cause it bows out when pressure is applied to it. If you're not applying enough pressure, it'll only come out of the center few holes, and I'm concerned of what happens when full pressure is applied. If you peel back the paper after you've used it and dissect the puck a little bit, it looks like the coffee just gets blown to the edges and there's very little in the center. Looking at it pouring through a glass mug shows extraction is not even. It's the classic problem that added complexity adds to fragility. Pros, I don't find the cleaning too cumbersome, It looks a million times better than the aeropress, the mechanism is pretty cool, it's the quickest easiest way I can think of to get filtered style coffee with a manual setup. I absolutely love the concept. But for now if I've got the time and capacity, I'll use my V60. If they release a v2 which fixes the problems with both of the seals, I'll be first in line to grab it.

[@jspiro]

Still feel the same three months later? Really want to try something new after using Aeropress for like 15 years. I like my coffee rich and full bodied, though, which all indications point to not happening with this press... :-(

[@jspiro]

The most tempting feature for me is refilling. I need to make 500ml each morning for my commute and use about 30-35g coffee in Aeropress. It’s a pain with the Aeropress, I let it drip to get the second pour, but it is clearly doable with the Delter.

[@jwalshxyz]

I brought a Delter via the kick-starter when it was launched. I don't have an Aeropress so this was my first experience with making coffee this way. It took a little while to get used to. Finding the grind size that suited me and working out how long I wanted to brew. My recipe is Fill to the line above the 200mL mark with your water. Raise plunger to 50mL line and slowly plunge and let sit for 30 secs. Pull up plunger to 100mL line and plunge again. Then plunge the remaining water. A downside I did find was that twice now on the second plunge the rubber shower jet has drawn in a tiny bit of coffee grounds from the puck. The water I was about to plunge through the puck was already going brown with the floating grounds - not ideal. Never the less I have kept experimenting and I am mostly happy with the Delter. If I am looking to make a fast brew it is definitely the way to go.

[@4x4touring47]

I've had an aeropress for about a year and loving it! I saw the delter on special for $35 AUD and didn't do any research before buying. It makes a great coffee and comes with a metal filter so reusable but it's way too fiddly when you're used to the simplicity of the aeropress. After 2 uses I think delter will sit in the cupboard now . . . . Always fun experimenting tho and was cheap so no real loss

[@brentf3470]

I have always used the aeropress like this. Put the coffee in, use the plunger to make a puck, pull out the plunger, add the water, press immediately. The aeropress does a mocca pot vs infusion style coffee that I prefer over the standard method of aeropress infusion. I tried using a second filter over the coffee to keep the puck intact but found there was no need

[@osamusmothergoose2127]

Been using my delter for the past 10 months and it's been phenomenal. Really brings out the brightness from light roast coffee beans. Doesn't make a cup of "strong" coffee but makes a clean light juicy cup instead.

[@MikeKilo1969]

Great review, thank you. I imagine version two will address some or all of these issues.

[@AvinTheBest]

I think it needs a few more revisions. I could see myself buying a more polished version of this.

[@MrBadack]

yeah, agree with you. it definitely needs some improvement, especially on the plunger's seal. it looks so thin and fragile.

[@ChristineSK]

I just recently got one and the seals of mine seems to be much sturdier and the top bit also has a better seal now. they must have already revised some of the parts a bit. Edit: Actually no, I now used it for half a month and the issues mentioned by james all happened. It looks sturdy but it really isn't.

[@islandercirce2]

@@ChristineSK Thanks for your update. I was considering buying the Delter Press but James' review and yours have convinced be to go with a different coffee maker.

[@anitapaulsen3282]

I would be interested in the Delter Press if they fix those issues.

[@bullanth]

Nice summary. I have a Delter, and I'm a longtime aeropress brewer, so i approached it in the same regard. I echo the frustrations and feelings you have - it's so close to the aero that it's easy to use it just like an aero. Your review has quite rightly pointed out that it's not an aero - I'm going to give the Delter another shot, brew on it with an open mind and treat it as its own thing. We'll see if that improves the result. Thanks for the video.

[@ThEjErEmY95]

Just got one to try, and I was impressed by how precise it can be over the aeropress, where its pretty much guess work about how much you're plunging each time. Maybe i've got thicker skin but I lost the cap and still didnt have any trouble plunging with my palm. Gotta disagree with your opinion of the cleanup though as the coffee stays in its own chamber, so the rest of the delterpress doesnt get oily the way my aeropress did. Always love your videos James!

[@neils0911]

I bought a delta press a few months ago. Aeropress filters work fine in it as long as its positioned properly. I totally share your thoughts on the cleaning, its real pain compared to most other brewers. I keep trying to persevere with it but find it to be quite inconsistent compared to a kalita, v60, chemex etc which could be because of the spray pattern not being even like you mentioned....and those of us that bought the delta after it had left kickstarter didn't get the little black cap for the top at all so its just burnt palms for us 😂

[@adityapulungan]

I agree that Delter is not as easy as AP in cleaning, but it makes up in better taste for me. It makes a clean taste coffee.

[@harrybarnett157]

I really appreciate that you said the truth about a lot of things. I feel like other reviews weren’t clear about what was right and what was wrong. This helped with my decision in picking out this or the aeropress.

[@andylscott]

James I really thought your review would be more positive, I agree it’s nothing like an aero press except in shape and compactness. I’ve used aero press filters in it with no issues, it doesn’t let more water through only what you push, when you lift the plunger the water drops into the outer chamber which is wider so the ml measurement are no longer true, only when it’s in the inner chamber as you fill it do the ml markings measure correctly. I use this everyday and you can use the plunger to push out your coffee into the bin but it does take a rinse which I agree is somewhat faffy. I don’t use the rubber cap and have never burnt myself, it doesn’t drop out and it does measure exactly 12g coffee beans, but I prefer the hario scoop for my coffee measuring requirements. Like I said to the other commenter, I use this at work and v60 at home and I’m really happy with it, I found the aero press has too many additional pieces and was a bit too much faff, pour, stir, steep, plunge, inverted - non inverted, and I think it made coffee a little too strong and with some sediment. Anyway, I’m happy to answer any questions on my use, as other than v60 it’s my favourite coffee maker so far, thanks for the video :-)

[@natchurldisaster]

The cap/scoop absolutely does not measure out 12g of coffee beans. The weight to bean size ratio varies wildly depending on a vast number of factors so it's not really possible for this to be accurate. You should just take the extra 20 seconds to weigh your beans.

[@andylscott]

Christopher Cambell what you say is correct, what I mean was that I weighed the amount of my preferred brand / type of beans that fit into the cap, and it was 12g every time, obviously my scales aren’t the most accurate but it was good enough for at work, when I can’t carry scales with me, but actually what I prefer is one level hario scoop of coffee beans and 350ml water measured by the delter, (obviously it’s not a full 350 after brew). It’s a quick brew at work that’s good enough, not striving for absolute perfection like at home.

[@jameskennedy5795]

Totally agree with this cat.

[@andylscott]

James Kennedy which?

[@mikelskaffeverksted6347]

Hello James, love your videos but (yay we live in a free country) disagree with you on a few points here. What I don’t understand is that you think it’s so hard to clean? I just push out the puck turn it around rinse the brew chamber under the tap and ready. Most of the time I don’t use the rubber plug, never scalded my hand. The coffee is, as mentioned by others really clean and transparent, love it. Love the Aeropress as well, but haven’t used it in quite a while.

[@888SpinR]

I’ve been waiting for you to cover this forever! Haven’t watched the video, but I have one and love it. I’ve also briefly used the aeropress and I have to say I like the Delter experience better Edit: I normally push some (about half the chamber) air through the puck over the sink to compress and get rid of the water inside, then lift the plunger up about quarter of the way, then unscrew and plunge. The air gets the puck out easily and a quick rinse to get rid of the residual grounds is all that’s left. Also, it takes a bit of practice, but the original didn’t come with the black lid so I do it by gripping the sides and plunging it in stages - one preinfusion and two push throughs. That means I can use it over a collapsible cup! I use aeropress filters for it, and have no problems whatsoever about the slightly bigger size- the cup still comes out clean. I should also mention I got the Delter before I tried the aeropress, and that’s probably why I favour it over the aeropress.

[@oscartafjord9863]

They’re on to something, it just needs a little bit more work. I hope for our sake that they survive and someday surprise us with a new version of this brewer that is flawless! I would love to see them fit a some kind of valve that ensures that you brew with 9bar pressure, and a metal filter basket that helps making a beautiful crema. I basically want a portable, cheap espresso maker that I could bring on a hike or on a plane. Grade A review - just like we’re used to! Thank you James!

[@taneliharkonen2463]

I've used my aeropress sorta like that for a good while now (a column of hot water through a puck of coffee), and I can tell you that the aeropress does it better than that delter. Now seeing the ideas of the delter I would make a couple of similar modifications to the AeroPress piston to make it easier but still its quite straight forward even without. I use just about espresso grind size, low amount of water straight outta boiler, and fairly quick brewtime and I'd say I get 80% of what espresso is, and to me thats f***in awesome from a piece of plastic and rubber.

[@ksspang]

Hey James, just like coffeeology, I love that you're more relaxed, it's almost soothing to watch you talk about a product, which is kinda weird, but there it is. I think you should consider making your audio mix louder, though. Your balance is good b/w you and the music, and your consistency of speaking volume is great, but in the context of other videos being louder, it means I have to turn up my volume to sufficiently hear you, and then the next video I watch, I go deaf. So you're great, but please consider your overall volume in the context of people also watching other videos. Great stuff, though

[@Joe_VanCleave]

James, if you do an Aeropress review, be sure to touch on using aftermarket metal screen filters instead of paper. I find the metal screens give a stronger, fuller taste.

[@crharrison]

FYI the metal screens fit very nicely inside the Delter.

[@sdfgsdfg9549]

I bought one and then went back to paper. The paper gives a better finish for me and apparently, it's healthier as it also captures some type of chemical molecule in coffee that is linked to the build-up of bad cholesterol...well that's what my barista told me anyways. I agree though the metal filter gives an astringent taste.

[@AdvancePlays]

@@sdfgsdfg9549 For sure, paper filters capture and retain the oils while metal screens let them pass through. I'm sure the oils from certain beans may well contribute to bad cholesterol, but in all cases it'll add some body to the cup, and that's preferable to me - you probably hike up your LDLs quicker with one steak dinner than even a few month's worth of coffee anyway.

[@desertrainfrog1691]

@@AdvancePlays Most likely. People will cut out "unfiltered" coffee for fears of bad cholesterol but will still eat all other manners of unhealthy food.

[@mikesrandomchannel]

Same here. I hand grind with an Aerogrind, dump it in the Aeropress, pour on water off the boil and then plunge steadily. I am only after a decent strong coffee and that is what this delivers. I like the mud in it. Kicks like a mule and I need at most one more.

[@jamesspangler9093]

Great review and what an interesting item. Don’t think I will be switching out my Aeropress, but I’m glad I know about it.

[@petermilenkovic3058]

I bought one as well, slightly different taste, a little bit cleaner/softer..? But I agree, cleaning is a bit harder. I alternate between this and the aeropress every couple of week. I don't have the top cap thing, which means I don't have the annoyance of it falling out, I can still press without burning my hand, just use my fingers on the edges. I found that you shouldn't press too hard, otherwise the o-ring gets jammed.

[@ThePhillB]

I feel like this is the result of someone leaving an AeroPress and a ROK espresso press in a room alone together, with a plate of oysters, a good bottle of wine, and some Barry White playing in the background....

[@MMuraseofSandvich]

I have a ton of glass custard cups where I presoak the paper filter disc, and they're the perfect size to rest an Aeropress to cool off. Also good ingredient holders for stuff measured in tablespoons. I think I may have bought the first design of the Aeropress, and the plastic they used for the outer sleeve cracked, rendering it useless. A lot of people reported that the rubber boot of the plunger is the first to fail, but other than the polymer breaking down into rubber and a nasty residue for the same model I had, I've never had the boot fail. I bought another Aeropress, of course. 😁

[@britovictor01]

James is best reviewer of coffee products. So clear and thorough. Thank you.

[@angelabuenafeYT]

Not related to the product but better in terms of : set, lighting, sounds and content. 👍👍 i do love watching your show. Keep them coming.👌

[@LyK0sa]

Just a tip for any aeropress owners wanting to try this full percolation style, you can replicate this using a melodrip to avoid agitating the coffee bed while pouring, which creates a pretty much clean column of water on top of the bed. I tried this today with a bloom before the main pour, just to allow the grounds to degas so they don't float, and the results on my first attempt were excellent. If you've got a melodrip kicking about, give it a whirl.

[@AronBagel]

11:07 Narrator: the adjustment layer was not having a great day. It's an interesting device, and the promo's got me pretty excited, but it just can't seem to beat the convenience of the Aeropress, making it a little difficult to justify giving a place in my kitchen.

[@jameshoffmann]

Damn it! I can't believe I screwed this up! Well - if someone wants to know what v--log footage looks like, there it is!

[@KyleTuann]

I’m using both and like both of them. Agree with what you shared. I’d like to add one good thing abt Delter that It is more convenient than Aeropress while travelling: quicker (less) set up, shorter brew time, kind of chill while press it.

[@DasGav]

First thing I did was put rubber pads strategically around the outside so I could hold it with hot water in it. It does make a nice cup too

[@safi.uh_]

these are my new comfort vids tbh

Beauty lies in simplicity. This video gives an evidence how ingenious is Aeropress.

[@mariai9549]

Ditto. Ingenious indeed but if it was invented today maybe a different story.

[@zoeyloco]

You've convinced me to wait for more improvement on this brewer rather than get it now. 😅

[@andylscott]

Zoey Nguyen what specifically could be changed?

[@brock2438]

"Do I like anything about this? Well yes!" I love your glass half full attitude about things, especially in reveiws (pun intended). I feel the best reviews can see both sides of things even if you don't fully like or appreciate the product. One of the many reasons I like to hear your opinions. Plus I find your humor very funny. Have a great day!

[@Baaagel]

I think your channel has spoiled me. I'm so used to your relaxed demeanor and calm voice. I was looking for something else coffee related today and found a video starting off with a guy far away from his mic, almost screaming something like:"WHAT'S UP GUYS WELCOME BACK TO THE CHANNEL...". Immediately closed the video. Thank you for being you, James

[@1Hope4All]

Oh my goodness, I feel the same way with spastic videos! I shut it down and say, Nope, Next!

[@JonoEastGuitar]

I am going to do a video on the delta press from a Melbourne roasters point of view. I hope you will enjoy it when I upload, as I will mention your review in my video. 😊

[@sholtomcneilage]

I’m in Brisbane and have one at work and love it. I’ve never used an aero press but v60 at home and didn’t want to buy another goose neck and scale set up. I find it works very well with a very slow 30-50 ‘bloom’ then 100ml then 50ml with quite a bit of air in the top. Probably the same extraction time as a v60 so quite slow and get best results this way. From memory the idea is to be as gentle as least disruptive as possible to the bed.

[@be-oh-bee]

I have a Delter and I do not totally agree with you. It's a bit of getting used to but what I like the most is that delter brews an amazing juicy coffee. Really clean cup. What I do now is dose 15 gr of coffee (Tim Wendelboe and Friedhats is what I use most) I pour 200ml just of the boil in the Delter. Place the cap on. Than start the timer en raise the plunger to 50ml,press that really slow, once that's done wait till 60 sec and raise plunger till upper press line. Press that trough, raise plunger for last bit of water and press trough. You should be at the 2 minute mark or less. This gives me an excellent cup and way sweeter, juicier and cleaner than a aeropress brew for a lot of beans. I use the aeropress also, absolutely love that thing together with the V60 but the Delter has won a place in my coffee kitchen. 😉 Cleaning is not a big problem. After getting the grounds out just rinse it under some water and done. Please let me know what you think of this Mr. Hoffman. Kind regards, Bob

[@DScythe888]

"what are you doing, how are you brewing?" Is how I'm gonna start addressing people

[@NathanNostaw]

I have the delta and am a big fan of the design. I use an espresso grind. Makes a great coffee. The emptying issue was a pain at first, but I have found great results with a quick flick over the bin. The puck just slips out with no (or almost no) grinds left. For any grinds left, I just leave them till next brew and just wipe them out (dry) with my fingers.

[@time1187]

AKA Nathan I’m using espresso grind as well to brew using the delter press but I’m curious what is your timing to do the first 50mL pre-infusion and the remaining 100mL?

[@NathanNostaw]

@@time1187 to be honest, I only give it about 10 secs. I really should try different infusion times. I went camping the other day and bought a pack of supermarket pre ground coffee. Was a course grind best for French press, but I fulled the whole 'group head? ' , gave it 30secs of pre infusion and had a real nice strong and smooth black coffee. So many variables. Only down side I have found with this unit if it can burn you when doing the initial plunge. I'vehad the seal not work when I go for the first 50ml and the plunger just drops covering my hand in boiling water. Done it 3 times now. I'm super careful after that.

[@time1187]

AKA Nathan Thanks for your reply...I am super careful when plunging it down right from the 1st time using it knowing the risk involved thanks to James video here. I am curious as well to see what other kind of factor will impact the final results either changing the ground coffee grind size, different roast profile and pre-infusion timing...it’s like an adventure trying out different things to see if next setup might be the best ever 😉

[@channelsixtynine069]

I don't have either, but if I were to choose one, it would be the Aeropress. I've watch both in use and the Aeropress just wins on all counts. Since I like plunger coffee (French press), the Aeropress will produce the cloudy coffee, I like.

[@smelmore]

i just replaced my old aeropress had it since 2011. was only going to buy filters. still works the cap is hard to remove after handling a new one and noticed the was easier i had to have it. i have seen the delter didnt know it was designed in my hometown

[@erickguzman677]

This has been what I needed in order to decide whether to spend some bucks or not... There are plenty of comments from customers in Amazon and other markets completing about reliability on the rubber part, spoiled compression, water spilled from the tube, etc... I will stay with my reliable Aeropress.

[@Kernow76]

Half of me says YAY, a new way to “aeropress”, the other half is saying, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.

[@mariai9549]

Aeropress was invented by an inventor. That is, he has done it before. Designing, re-designing, refining... Adler thought of everything with the design of the Aeropress so, yes, no need to fix it.

[@stevelawrence5268]

Lovely design 10 points for being uniquely green and a natural approach. to the perfect cup

[@romangolovanov9560]

Happy to finally see a complete review of the Delter! I backed them on Kickstarter and loved this brewer since I received it. Honestly, I find Delter to be a much less finicky brewer than Aeropress, I have no loose parts on it or anything btw. And yes, the longevity of Delter is questionable, cleaning the base might not be as pleasant as in the Aeropress (though you still have to wash the Aeropress after brewing), Delter still makes a great cup of coffee with way less effort in my opinion. I haven't used the Aeropress in about 6 months, after switching to Delter, because after 3 years of playing around with recipes I just got bored and frustrated. Yes, Delter takes away some degree of control you have with an Aeropress, but the result is nothing to complain about. You get a hang of how Delter works very fast, as James explained in this review, you will be just fine with using Aeropress paper filters. Coffee that comes out is delicious and my user experience has been great so far.

[@jameshoffmann]

Thank you for sharing!

[@dougbrooks4323]

I love the AeroPress but I ordered the fine metal screen instead of the paper filter because I like getting all of that fresh coffee tase that can get absorbed in paper filters. I am not apposed to trying similar items. Thanks for this review.

[@dashisqueer]

Very nice video, and a comprehensive answer to the (slightly clickbaity?) question posed in the title. The Delter is an interesting concept, but it does seem a little fiddly in comparison to the product against which it is so clearly positioning itself. I have owned my Aeropress for close to ten years(!) and I love it to death - it makes a very good long cup with little waiting and barely any effort. It would take a very special product indeed to make me even consider using something else, and sadly the Delter just doesn't seem to be that product.

[@gujutras]

I had concern with plastic and high temperature. Delter is made of Tritan which I considered an advantage. Just ordered a Delter

[@eugeniusgentapradana8256]

Thanks for the review Mr. Hoffman

[@mikni4069]

I Have been using the Delter regularly since it where launched, and i agree with allot of the design related problems. However I think it solves som of the clarity related issues I had with the Aeropress that I used for years prior to getting the Delter. And yes it’s not as versatile as the Aeropress, yes you need to plunge it slowly or you’ll get a muddy brew, yes it’s not nearly as easy to clean, however you can lift the plunger and re plunge it over a bin and it will be a bit more clean than demonstrated. I can personally live with the nitpicking parts because it dos make a very transparent brew that is relatively easy to make.

[@timgruchot2162]

15years using aeropress, I'm yet to find a better taste and easy brewing experience. There's so many ways to use the aeropress even though it is so simple it's highly versatile.

[@duncancox6220]

You can brew with an Aeropress in the same way. Cut a second paper to the same.diameter as the rubber bung and put this on top of the coffee in the camber. I made a long tamp to seat it nicely. It works nicely and a twist on infusion brewing.

[@WhoTnT]

You don't need to cut the paper. Just put the paper over the opening and press it in with the plunger to shape it and then remove the paper to add the coffee. I stopped using this method of the second paper since I was worried about water finding the easiest path through the edges of the paper and coffee. We need a rubber sealed shower plate that we can push down before adding water.

[@donfazio6884]

I have both the Areopress and the Deltapress, i took some getting used to using the Deltapress, but it by far outshines the Areopress hands down, so much so the Aeropress now resides in the pantry cupboard next to disused French press plunger. I don't experience any of the bitterness I used to get from the Aeropress. Cheers

[@thebluebell89]

I had one of these. Key word, had. It did make tasty coffee. But the things listed above made it less enjoyable... And the jet valve on mine was maybe faulty... After 6 months it was difficult to make the coffee. I persisted. Until I noticed the plastic getting the spider web cracks all through it, I assume from the hot water. I eventually gave up and just went back to my aero, a shame. I wanted to love this, it does make nice coffee. But for the unit to have been failing at such a short time interval, and less user serviceable than the aero. With refinement maybe this could be nice. But not for me, it turns out

[@Rubibi-saltwaterjim]

I've had a Delter since 2018, it has been fantastic for camping. I agree it's more fiddly, to drop the puck I unscrew, remove my filter and then draw the plunger back and depress again, usually onto a tree that needs some nutrients, and it pops out in one hit. Quality, I think they went the wrong way with the plastic, I too have hairline fractures, I'm glad I wear glasses as one day I fear they will become safety glasses. It does make good coffee and when you're freezing from a morning swim it tastes even better. We take this and a moka pot camping and they're often left in the back of the car. If I'm on my own I use the moka, with a group it tends to be the delta as we have one burner, with one kettle and can brew coffees as teas... I honestly bought it because it's different and got hit with targeted advertising. Will it last forever... no. It should, we need to stop making throw away devices full stop. Pay the money, buy quality and buy once. I've got a Rok press, a moka and this. I don't like anything that relies on electricity...

[@ee-hm1wm]

My recipe: 18g (slight coarser than espresso grind) > 200ml water 50g bloom > 75ml press > 75ml press Bypass 45g of water 👍

[@peterlarkin762]

I've used both daily for years.... In short Aeropress more flexible in technique, Delter is extremely consistent in the end result. I prefer the Delter. Both amazing products. Edit: I've always rinsed my Aeropress after, Delter needs a quick rinse too it's very minimal effort.

[@gregleslie]

Thanks, James. Looking forward to your take on the new AeroPress Go!

[@DarrellGrainger]

I read a review from someone here in Canada who used the AeroPress but thought they'd give the Delter Press a try. After a few months of use they found the v seal on the plunger stopped working. Normally, as you press down on the plunger, the v seal pushes the water through the coffee puck. But this person said that when the seal stopped working, the water was no longer pressed through the puck. He had to purchase a new v seal because it is not covered under warrantee. It is a part which is expected to wear out. Additionally, parts must be imported to Canada from overseas. This makes the v seal fairly expensive for a part that needs to be replaced every few months. Based on your review, the fact that the Delter Press costs more than the AeroPress and the review from a local Canadian, I think I'll stick with my AeroPress. The one thing I would be interested in is a portable, small, temperature controlled kettle to use with my AeroPress and handle grinder. Then I could put together a little travel kit.

[@psteen67]

I'm still using the Aeropress I bought in 2007. It still works as well as it did on the first day.

[@Redone943]

Hi James, I bought one today and had the exact experience you described. I too found it less intuitive than the Aeropress but hope in time the coffee I drink helps me past that.

[@dallen521]

See that rubber/ plastic cap? I never use it. I have also never burnt my hands. Press down on the three lobes. I use aeropress filter papers and have no issues what so ever. I also use the copper/ gold coloured metal aeropress filters. No issues there (it can be a bit harder to press the water through). As for emptying the coffee and filter paper, there is a way that, most times, is clean and easy. First, leave the Delter to sit there so a few drops more water come out. Next, hold the delter upside down and unscrew/ remove the cap and set the cap aside. Then holding the whole unit, the right way up, above the bin raise the plunger in the delter unit. Finally press the plunger down rapidly down. The filter paper and most, if not all, of the coffee is now in the bin and the Delter just needs a quick rinse. I find the Delter easier to use than the Aeropress and I enjoy the coffee I get out of the Delter. I am drinking a lot more coffee now than when I used the Aeropress. This is down to it being quicker and easier to make a coffee with the Delter. At half five in the morning, at the start of my two hour drive to work, I get to enjoy that coffee.

[@willlane1969]

Absolutely wonderfully insightful review! Thank you always.

[@borislee1445]

The main culprit is the jet seal. It makes the coffee puck channel all the time. Putting a filter paper between the puck and seal helps a lot but it defeat the purpose of being a easy brewer.

[@travis6992]

4:37 Why don't we (the royal "we") develop a scale to measure (and, importantly, communicate) grind size? This doesn't seem at first glance as any harder than other measurement standards.

[@kg-Whatthehelliseventhat]

I've thought the same thing... this "powder" "table salt" "sea salt" stuff is too inconsistent. The Kruve sifter seems like a good idea, but over $100 for the set.

[@PinkMarz]

Very cool. Thanks for the review!

[@roldarnesen5767]

Really appreciate this video. Answered good questions for me. Subscribed.

[@jamiemoore1235]

I think to brew the delters easer and less fuss but defantly not as easy to clean, the main point for me is I'm getting a much cleaner sweeter cup with the delter than the aeropress. The aeropress is more robust but for me the delter gives better results

[@steveplowman4005]

Probably a little late but I agree with all the comments ( not sure if that is good or weird)! I make my coffee in the field at work and 4 w/driving. Aeropress certainly easier and cleaner but both are fun. My main disappointment is the different filter size and that I am not able to fit my grinder in the body for storage.