The Best Early Black Friday Coffee Deals

Great tasting coffee at home starts with good quality coffee and the right equipment. Some coffee gear can be a big investment, which is why we’ve thoroughly tested coffee brewers, espresso machines, cold brew makers, and more so we can tell you which ones you should spend your cash on.

What may (and we say may) be even better than a good cup of coffee is buying the best gear for a great deal. So, we rounded up our favorite early Black Friday coffee-related sales happening right now. 

Ratio Six Coffee Maker

Normally $365, Now $295 at Amazon and Ratio Coffee

The Ratio Six brewed the best tasting coffee, hands down, of the eight auto drip models we tested. It has amazing temperature stability, a unique sprayhead that evenly saturates the coffee bed, and delivers a full batch of coffee in just six minutes. Right now, it’s $70 off.

Baratza Encore Conical Burr Coffee Grinder

Normally $170, Now $135

Our favorite budget coffee grinder performs nearly as well as our top pick and features the same powerful motor that grinds coffee uniformly. It can also be upgraded with a higher-quality burr set for even more precision. It’s a workhorse grinder that, thanks to its replaceable burrs, will last you a very long time.

Gaggia Classic Pro Espresso Machine

Normally $450, Now $408

We were impressed by the quality of the espresso shots from this machine during our testing of 13 models. It’s quick to heat, has consistent pressure, and features a commercial 58-millimeter portafilter which makes it easy to swap in professional parts. With a just a few tips and tricks the Gaggia Classic Pro took our top pick for espresso enthusiasts.

1Zpresso JX Manual Coffee Grinder

Normally $140, Now $129

This model was the fastest handheld coffee grinder we tested, featuring a dual ball bearing handle that was smooth and a cinch to crank. Its grind settings were easy to adjust and clearly marked, earning it our top overall pick. 

Timemore C2 Max Manual Grinder

Normally $109, Now $79

More compact than our top pick, this handheld coffee grinder is a great, low-cost option for travelers who want to brew on the road without sacrificing coffee quality. Its textured body was easy to hold onto while grinding, and it delivered a precision grind that nearly matched our favorite electronic grinder. 

Kalita Wave 185 Dripper

Normally $48, Now $43

As our top pourover dripper pick, the Kalita Wave 185 brews great coffee and is easy to use thanks to its comfortable handle and flat-bottom filter style. The stainless version is also simple to clean and is nearly indestructible (and trust us, we’ve dropped one before). 

Hario V60 Insulated Stainless Steel Server

Normally $52, Now $45

A highlight from our  coffee gift guide, this insulated carafe lets you brew your pourovers directly into it and keeps your coffee hot for hours. It has a large, 27-ounce capacity for when you want to share coffee with a friend. 

Espro French Press Everyday P3

Normally $65, Now $40

We really liked how silky and smooth the coffee from this French press during our testing. The dual-wall mesh filter strained out more grit than any other model. This allows the user to experiment with finer grinds, dialing in the perfect brew without worrying about extra silt. 

Coffee Gator 34-Ounce French Press Coffee Maker

Normally $55, Now $40

The Coffee Gator French press had excellent thermal stability, which made it a budget pick for in our French press and cold brew maker reviews. It’s a sturdy brewer with a dual filter system that made a great tasting cup of coffee. Plus, it’s available in four different colors (though the gray one is the most discounted).

Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug 2

Normally $130, Now $100 at Amazon, Target, and Best Buy

While this isn’t our favorite temperature control mug from Ember, it’s still very, very good. It keeps coffee hot and has an intuitive app—we don’t think you’ll be disappointed by it.

FAQs

When should I look for coffee equipment deals? 

Major shopping holidays (Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Prime Day) will likely have some great coffee equipment deals. 

Are there Black Friday coffee maker deals? 

We’ll be updating this post if any of our favorite coffee markers are on sale on Black Friday. However, our top coffee maker and espresso machine are currently discounted.