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Which scores higher on safety? R3 breaks it down.
The most important dimensions, side by side.
The reservoir is confirmed BPA-free, but OXO doesn't disclose the specific plastic type. Without knowing the exact polymer, we can't fully verify whether replacement chemicals like BPS or BPF are present.
The reservoir is made from plastic that's certified BPA, BPS, BPF, and phthalate-free — a more comprehensive safety claim than most competitors. The one gap: the exact plastic type isn't named, which limits full verification.
OXO explicitly confirms all water-contact and coffee-contact components are BPA-free — a meaningful safety commitment for daily use.
Moccamaster goes further than most brands — they explicitly declare freedom from BPA, BPS, BPF, and phthalates across all plastic components that touch your water and coffee.
OXO is an established brand sold through every major US retailer, and the instruction manual includes standard electrical safety warnings consistent with certified products. We're confident this machine meets safety standards, though OXO doesn't prominently display the certification mark in their online materials.
This machine carries third-party electrical safety certification, meaning an independent lab has verified it meets fire and shock prevention standards.
OXO's BetterBrew technology delivers water in the optimal 197-205°F range for full flavor extraction. This is an SCA-certified brewer — it meets the same brewing standards as machines costing twice as much.
The copper heating element delivers water at 196-205°F — right in the sweet spot for pulling the full range of flavors from your coffee grounds. This is SCA Gold Cup certified brewing.
The double-wall vacuum-insulated stainless carafe keeps coffee hot for hours without a warming plate — your coffee won't develop that overcooked taste that glass-on-hotplate models produce.
The glass-lined stainless thermal carafe keeps coffee hot for hours without a warming plate — your last cup tastes as good as the first, with no burnt or stale flavors from reheating.
The brew basket and Rainmaker showerhead are dishwasher safe, but the thermal carafe itself needs hand-washing — standard for vacuum-insulated carafes.
The thermal carafe needs hand-washing after every use — not uncommon for glass-lined thermal carafes, but it does add to your daily routine.
The water tank is built into the back of the machine — you'll need to bring a pitcher or cup to fill it rather than taking it to the sink.
The water reservoir lifts right out so you can fill it at the sink — no awkward pouring or worrying about spills. It also makes periodic deep cleaning much easier.
There's no timer or delay brew — you press the button when you're ready. OXO designed this as a simple, one-button brewer without scheduling features.
There's no timer or scheduling — you flip the switch when you're ready to brew. Moccamaster's simplicity is intentional, but it means no waking up to fresh coffee.
Uses basket-style paper filters — you'll need to keep them stocked. Third-party reusable filters are compatible if you prefer to skip the paper.
You'll need to keep #4 paper filters on hand. Many coffee enthusiasts actually prefer paper for a cleaner cup, but it's an ongoing purchase.
At $199.99 this is the most affordable SCA-certified thermal carafe brewer on the market — you're getting brew quality that rivals $350 machines. Price is recorded for context but does not affect the R3 score.
At $349 this is a premium investment — but the 5-year warranty and Dutch craftsmanship back it up. Price is recorded for context but does not affect the R3 score.
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Everything you need to make the call - who each one is for, and who should skip it.
Go for it if you...
You want SCA-certified brew quality with a thermal carafe at the lowest price available in this segment
You brew both full pots and single cups and want a machine that handles both without accessories
You prefer a simple one-button operation without complicated menus or programming
You're comfortable with the trade-off of fewer convenience features for better brew quality per dollar
You care most about coffee quality and want SCA-certified brewing with a thermal carafe that preserves flavor for hours
You prefer a simple, reliable machine with one-switch operation and minimal electronics that could fail
You value a 5-year warranty and handmade Dutch construction that's built to last a decade
You want a removable water reservoir for easy filling and cleaning at the sink
The main thing to know
Every usability feature is stripped away — no programmable timer, no removable reservoir, no dishwasher-safe carafe, no permanent filter. This is a machine for coffee purists who don't mind a hands-on routine.
The water reservoir uses BPA-free plastic without specifying the exact polymer — while Moccamaster's broader BPS/BPF/phthalate-free claim is reassuring, full material transparency would push this into the top safety tier.
Skip this if you...
You want to wake up to fresh coffee — there is no programmable timer or delay brew feature on this machine
Full material safety transparency is important to you — the reservoir polymer is not disclosed despite the strong BPA-free commitment
You want a removable water tank and dishwasher-safe carafe for minimal daily maintenance effort
You want to wake up to fresh coffee — there is no programmable timer or delay brew feature
You prefer dishwasher-safe components for minimal cleanup effort in your daily routine
You need the absolute safest reservoir material — stainless steel or glass options exist from other brands
Neither of these quite what you're looking for?
I've reviewed all Coffee Machine options at every price pointEvery Coffee Machine in our database is scored using R3's deterministic scoring system - the same inputs always produce the same score. For this comparison, we evaluated OXO and Technivorm across 3 independent criteria: Safety (72%), Efficacy (23%), Usability (4%). No sponsored rankings. No paid placements.
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Both scored close to 8.0/10, so the better choice depends on your priorities. Safety is our top-weighted scoring pillar, followed by efficacy (23%), and usability (4%). Check which pillar matters most to your family and compare those specific scores.
R3 uses a deterministic scoring system - the same inputs always produce the same score. We evaluate each Coffee Machine across Safety (72%), Efficacy (23%), Usability (4%) using independently verified data. No sponsored rankings. No paid placements. Every score is fully reproducible.
Not necessarily. The overall score reflects our weighted rubric, but your priorities may differ. If you care most about safety, compare the safety scores directly. If budget drives your decision, the value scores and prices tell a clearer story. The "right" pick is the one that matches what matters most to your family.
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