BALMUDA The Brew

2.9/10

Below average

We can't recommend this one.

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Updated Mar 2026

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What you should know first

The BALMUDA The Brew is one of the most beautiful coffee makers ever designed, but its Prop 65 warning for Styrene, undisclosed brew temperature, BPA-only basket disclosure, and zero certifications make it very difficult to recommend to safety-focused buyers at $699. The design premium comes at a significant transparency cost.

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Last reviewed: March 2026

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