Russell Hobbs Buckingham 20680
A long-running budget glass-jug machine with a 24-hour timer and a permanent filter.
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Our verdict: The best filter coffee machine in 2026 is the Russell Hobbs Buckingham 20680. It tops our ranking with 9.2 out of 10.
Our picks
Melitta Look V Timer 6766591
A mid-priced glass-jug machine with a 24-hour timer and a removable 1.25L tank.
Check Price on AmazonTefal Morning CM2M13G0
A recent budget machine with a 1.25L jug, a permanent filter and a drip-stop.
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Morphy Richards Equip Filter Coffee Machine 162501
A compact, light 1.2L machine with a reusable filter and drip-stop.
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Ranked by our score out of 10. Every product links to its full review below.
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Russell Hobbs Buckingham 20680Best Choice
9.2 out of 10
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Russell Hobbs Chester Grind & Brew 22000
8.5 out of 10
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- 3 Tefal Morning CM2M13G0Value for Money 8.4 out of 10 Check Price
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Morphy Richards Equip Filter Coffee Machine 162501Best Budget
8.3 out of 10
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Bosch MyMoment TKA2M113GB
8.2 out of 10
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Melitta Look V Timer 6766591Best Premium
8.0 out of 10
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Melitta Look V Therm Perfection 6769050
7.9 out of 10
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- 8 Krups KM321 Pro Aroma Plus 7.8 out of 10 Check Price
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Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select
7.3 out of 10
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Smeg DCF02 Drip Filter Coffee Machine
7.2 out of 10
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The full reviews
1.Russell Hobbs Buckingham 20680
A long-running budget glass-jug machine with a 24-hour timer and a permanent filter. Owners rate it highly for a plain, fast jug at a low price.
Why it's here
- 24-hour programmable timer at a budget price
- Showerhead spreads water across the grounds
- Permanent filter, so no paper to buy
- Two to four cup setting for smaller brews
Keep in mind
- Glass jug on a hotplate; 40 minutes before it switches off
- Descaling is manual
- Russell Hobbs' own UK page showed it out of stock when checked
2.Russell Hobbs Chester Grind & Brew 22000
A budget grind-and-brew machine with a built-in grinder, a permanent filter and a 24-hour timer. It makes a drip brew from beans, not espresso.
Why it's here
- Built-in grinder with a permanent filter
- 24-hour timer and 4 to 12 cup option
- Warming plate with a 40-minute keep-warm
- Costs far less than most grinder-brewers
Keep in mind
- Grinder is loud
- Grinder and chute need regular cleaning
- Glass jug on a hotplate
3.Tefal Morning CM2M13G0
A recent budget machine with a 1.25L jug, a permanent filter and a drip-stop. Plainly built, and sold in colours.
Why it's here
- Permanent reusable filter
- Drip-stop system when you pour mid-brew
- Keep-warm function
- 1.25L capacity at a low price
Keep in mind
- No timer
- Short keep-warm of about 30 minutes
- Light plastic build
4.Morphy Richards Equip Filter Coffee Machine 162501
A compact, light 1.2L machine with a reusable filter and drip-stop. It suits one or two drinkers and a small worktop.
Why it's here
- Light at about 1.9kg and only 33cm tall
- Reusable permanent filter included
- Anti-drip spout, with a hotplate for 40 minutes
- Sold in several colours
Keep in mind
- Smaller jug than the 1.25L to 1.8L machines
- No timer
- Plastic body and a basic jug feel
5.Bosch MyMoment TKA2M113GB
A plain, cheap 1.4L filter machine with a removable tank and a drip-stop. No timer, no frills.
Why it's here
- 1.4L removable tank for 10 to 15 cups
- Anti-drip function when you pull the jug mid-brew
- Swing-out filter holder is easy to empty
- Two-year guarantee at a budget price
Keep in mind
- No timer, so no automatic start
- Glass jug and hotplate, with a 40-minute keep-warm
- Few owner reports yet because it is a recent model
6.Melitta Look V Timer 6766591
A mid-priced glass-jug machine with a 24-hour timer and a removable 1.25L tank. It takes standard size 1x4 paper filters and brews a steady, unfussy jug.
Why it's here
- 24-hour timer with a backlit display
- Removable tank is easy to fill and rinse
- Adjustable keep-warm time and auto switch-off
- Two-year manufacturer guarantee
Keep in mind
- Plasticky build next to the metal-bodied machines
- Glass jug on a hotplate, so coffee dulls if left standing
- Owners say the first brews can taste weak until the dose is increased
7.Melitta Look V Therm Perfection 6769050
A mid-priced thermal-jug machine with an aroma strength dial and automatic descaling reminders.
Why it's here
- Stainless steel thermal jug keeps coffee hot for hours
- AromaSelector strength dial
- Water-hardness setting and descaling programme
- Two-year guarantee
Keep in mind
- No timer on this model
- Thermal jug is slow to pour a full cup
- Takes paper filters only in the 1x4 size
8.Krups KM321 Pro Aroma Plus
A plain glass-jug machine with a 1.25L tank, an aroma selector and a drip-stop. It has no timer and owners rate it as a dependable everyday brewer.
Why it's here
- Aroma selector adjusts brew strength
- Drip-stop lets you pour mid-brew
- Swing-out filter holder is easy to empty
- Automatic switch-off after the brew
Keep in mind
- No timer, so no automatic morning brew
- Glass jug on a hotplate, so coffee dulls if left standing
- Mostly plastic body
9.Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select
A hand-built Dutch brewer with a copper heating element and a half-jug selector. It does one job, makes a full jug quickly, and owners keep it for years.
Why it's here
- Brews a full 1.25L jug in roughly six minutes at a steady temperature
- Selector switch slows the flow for half jugs, so small batches still extract well
- Owners report coffee that tastes cleaner and sweeter than on cheaper machines
- Five-year manufacturer warranty and replaceable parts
Keep in mind
- No timer, so no automatic morning brew
- Glass jug on a hotplate: coffee left standing turns bitter
- Fixed water tank is awkward to fill and clean
- Priced well above every other machine here
10.Smeg DCF02 Drip Filter Coffee Machine
The retro-styled option, sold in a range of colours. It has an auto-start timer, an aroma intensity selector and a 1.4L tank for up to 10 cups.
Why it's here
- Auto-start timer and an LED clock
- Aroma intensity selector and a 4-cup setting
- Permanent filter included; paper filters also fit
- Dishwasher-safe glass carafe
Keep in mind
- The style is the main cost: cheaper machines brew as well
- Hotplate keep-warm only lasts 40 minutes
- Compact but tall at 36cm, which matters under low cupboards
Before you buy
Is a thermal jug better than a glass jug on a filter coffee machine?
For coffee drunk over an hour or more, yes. A thermal jug holds heat for several hours without a hotplate, so the coffee does not scorch or turn bitter. A glass jug lets you see the level and is lighter and cheaper, but the hotplate keeps cooking what is left. Glass suits a jug that is drunk within half an hour.
Is filter coffee better than espresso?
They are different drinks. Filter gives a milder, longer cup you can drink by the mug, and the machine needs no technique. Espresso is stronger and suits milk drinks, but needs a grinder and practice, or a bean-to-cup machine. Pod and bean-to-cup are the lower-effort alternatives; the hub at /kitchen/coffee-machines/ compares all four types.
How many cups do I need from a filter coffee machine?
The cups on the box are small, about 100 to 125ml, so a 10-cup machine makes roughly four to six mugs. A 1L to 1.25L machine suits one or two people, and a 1.5L to 1.8L machine suits a family drinking several mugs each. Smaller machines are lighter and fit under cupboards more easily, while larger ones are taller.
Is a filter coffee machine with a timer worth having?
If you want coffee ready when you get up, yes. You fill the tank and basket the night before and the machine starts itself. Check how long the keep-warm lasts and that the machine switches off by itself: most hotplates stop after about 40 minutes. A timer adds a modest amount to the price of most models.
What is the best coffee to use in a filter coffee machine?
Use a medium grind, a little coarser than table salt, and about 60g per litre of water as a starting point. A flat-bottomed paper filter or a permanent mesh filter both work; mesh lets more oils through and gives a heavier cup. Buy filter or all-purpose grind, not espresso grind, which clogs the basket. Check the filter size your machine takes, usually 1x4 or a size 4 cone.
Is a filter coffee machine with a built-in grinder worth it?
It saves you buying a separate grinder, and freshly ground beans taste better than pre-ground. The trade-offs are noise, more cleaning and a bigger machine. A grind-and-brew machine still makes drip coffee, which is what separates it from a bean-to-cup machine. If you want more control, a separate burr grinder and a simple brewer are the better route. Hard water also matters: descale every month or two in a hard-water area.
How we ranked these ten
Every score here comes from our ranking model, not from anyone's opinion. It weighs owner ratings by how many there are, how recent they are and how reliable they look, then factors in value. We compared 19 models for this guide before settling on these ten.
Brands can't pay to be included or to move up. We last checked these picks in October 2026.
How we rank, in fullOur No. 1
Russell Hobbs Buckingham 20680
A long-running budget glass-jug machine with a 24-hour timer and a permanent filter. 9.2 out of 10.
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