The best Italian geyser coffee makers: rating of models, how to choose

1 MOKA EXPRESS

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First place in the ranking of the best Italian geyser coffee makers goes to MOKA EXPRESS. The manufacturing company began selling this classic coffee maker in 1933. Today this model is the best-selling among all Bialetti products. The coffee maker earned its place thanks to its well-known brand, proven quality and reasonable price. The model has a standard octahedron shape and is made of aluminum. That is why it can be used on gas and electric stoves, but not on induction. The MOKA EXPRESS line is quite diverse, which distinguishes it from its competitors. The models are available in four colors - black, silver, red and green, and the volume varies from 60 milliliters to almost 1 liter. The most popular coffee makers are those with a capacity of 9 and 6 cups - 240 and 360 milliliters, since most buyers consume coffee often and little by little. Next in demand is the volume of 2/3 cups, the least popular are large models with 12 and 18 cups.

2 MUKKA EXPRESS

An honorable second place in the top of the best Italian geyser coffee makers is occupied by MUKKA EXPRESS from the same Bialetti. The design of the coffee maker resembles the color of the Holstein cow breed - rounded shape, black base and handle, white print with black spots.This was done on purpose, since among all Bialetti products the best cappuccino with airy milk foam is obtained in MUKKA EXPRESS.

To work with milk, the device has a special foaming valve. If the valve is pressed and there is milk in the container, the coffee maker will prepare a cappuccino with fluffy foam. If not pressed, there will be regular coffee. Apart from the round shape, valve and “cow” design, the design is not much different from other models of geyser coffee makers.

3 BIALETTI VENUS

Another model of coffee makers from Bialetti – VENUS – receives bronze. The silver device differs from previous models in its elegance and sophistication, which is why it is perfect for any interior. The body of the structure is made of stainless steel. Additional advantages of the model include a non-heating handle, a convenient lever for lifting the lid with your thumb, and induction compatibility. Regarding the latter, this model is the best geyser coffee maker for induction cookers, but among all it takes third place, which it received due to the ratio of price, functionality and coffee quality.

4 BIALETTI KITTY

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Exquisite Italian design, stainless steel case, non-heating handle - all this is about the fourth place in the top - Bialetti KITTY. As already mentioned, the model is distinguished by its design, which is reminiscent of the previous device - round, elegant and silver, suitable for any interior. Due to complaints from some customers that the handle is located too close to the body and they often get burned, the company decided to bend it and install it further away. There is a convenient lever for the hinged lid.The device can also be washed in dishwashers, since it is made of stainless steel and not aluminum. Therefore, by the way, it is more reliable and durable. The only drawback is that the coffee maker is not suitable for induction cookers.

5 BIALETTI BRIKKA

A relatively new coffee maker from the Italian brand Bialetti – BRIKKA – is distinguished by its design and the ability to make coffee foam. The latter is provided by a special valve. The design is a mixture of a classic octagonal top with a modern rounded bottom, the handle is located away from the body so as not to get burned, there is a plastic lever to lift the lid, and there is a pattern on the side. And now about the foam, like on coffee from coffee machines - you can’t make it in ordinary coffee makers; the pressure in the machines at which the drink is prepared is 6 times higher than in geyser coffee makers (9 bar versus 1.5). But thanks to a special valve, coffee in BRIKKA comes out under higher pressure, which is why foam appears. Like most of the company's products, the device body is made of aluminum. Bialetti BRIKKA is an excellent budget choice for lovers of foam for coffee.

6 PEPPITA G.A.T.

For variety, the 2021 rating of geyser coffee makers includes the G.A.T. model. PEPPITA. This Italian company is less popular in Russia and the CIS, but produces no less high-quality and stylish product for brewing coffee. A classic octagonal design, silver color and a cool handle that is located at a sufficient distance from the body so as not to get burned characterize this coffee maker. This model is perfect for a novice coffee lover. The point is its low price, as well as high quality build and coffee.

7 BIALETTI DAMA GLAMOR

The name itself already speaks of the elegance, sophistication and, naturally, glamor of the model - DAMA GLAMOR from Bialetti is an exclusive coffee maker that will brew coffee and decorate your interior. Available colors: red, silver, pearl, black and turquoise. To protect the colored layer, it is coated with varnish. The body is made of aluminum and is divided into two parts - upper and lower. The top one resembles an octagon, the bottom one is slightly more rounded. Not suitable for induction cookers. The handle was installed away from the working part so that the user would not accidentally get burned. The handle is also coated with pleasant silicone to make it less slippery in your hand. Additionally, the company supplies coffee sets with the device. According to user surveys, 74% bought it as a gift because of its attractive appearance. Bialetti DAMA GLAMOR will be a great gift for any coffee lover.

8 BIALETTI MOKA INDUCTION

The top is closed by another model from Bialetti – MOKA INDUCTION. While reading the rating, you may have noticed that not all geyser coffee makers are capable of working on induction cookers. To solve this problem, Bialetti recently released a coffee maker specifically for induction cookers. Traditionally, the top of the device is octagon-shaped and made of aluminum to better retain heat. The lower one is made of magnetic steel and has a rounded shape. The handles located away from the body are coated with silicone to reduce slipping in the hand. The model is available in colors: red, white, silver, gold, dark gray. In this case, only the color of the upper part changes, the lower part remains silver. Although MOKA INDUCTION is designed for induction cookers, it can also handle other types.