Impressions and experience of using the Handpresso portable manual coffee maker

When going on a trip or a long business trip, you really want to brighten up the road with a cup of aromatic espresso. However, it is not always possible to stop near a cafe and buy a drink.

In addition, you cannot be completely sure of the quality of such coffee. Thanks to innovative technologies, you can enjoy a delicious and rich drink right in the car using a compact car coffee maker .

To choose a reliable and proven device, we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the most popular models in terms of price and quality.

The table contains models that have received the highest reviews on the Yandex.Market service.

Rating of the TOP 5 best car coffee makers

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What is a car coffee maker?

A car coffee maker is a small portable device designed for making coffee in cars and trucks . In appearance, the device may resemble a thermos made of durable plastic or a regular drip-type model.

The case diameter is only 10 cm, which corresponds to the size of a car cup holder. The electrical appliance operates on a 12 V network and is capable of brewing a portion of a strong, invigorating drink in a few minutes .

Important! A car coffee maker is a new item on the Russian market. The electrical device is in great demand among motorists from Europe and America, where auto tourism is developed, but most consumers from Russia are not yet familiar with this device.

Rating of filter coffee makers

Koolatron Coffee Market, 12 V

In sixth place in the ranking is a coffee maker from a Canadian manufacturer. Its dimensions are 240x190x300 mm.

The tank is sized to hold 10 cups. More suitable for passenger cars. It is used by those who often go on vacation or travel with a large family. It will also be an excellent purchase for those who often travel on business trips.

This model cannot use disposable filters. The operating principle is the same as that of a household coffee maker.

It is made of heat-resistant plastic.

The average cost is 3850 rubles.

Koolatron Coffee Market, 12 V

Advantages:

• Practical;
• Large tank for making coffee;
• Good build quality;
• Not picky about care.

Flaws:

• Not detected.

WAECO PerfectCoffee MC-06-24 (24 V)

In fifth place is a car coffee maker from the WAECO brand. It is designed only for trucks. Suitable for purchase by truckers, since it only operates on 24 volts. Manufactured in Germany.

You can use it with paper filters, but it is worth remembering that they are disposable, and if you are traveling for a long time, you should make a supply of them.

The product consists of a water tank, a heating element, a rigid relay system and a thermostat. The water container has a measuring scale. There are also a number of additional functions, for example:

• Overheat protection;
• LED indicator.

The body of the device itself is made of durable steel, which makes it shockproof and extends its service life.

A set of six cups, each with a volume of 750 ml, is also sold complete with the coffee maker.

The cable of the product is short, only 1 meter. The product dimensions are 270x232x170 mm and the weight is 2600 grams.

The set contains 6 cups. The total volume of the water tank is 750 ml. The length of the network cable is small - only 1 meter. With parameters 27*23.2*17 cm, the weight of the structure is 2600 grams.

The average cost is 9800 rubles.

WAECO PerfectCoffee MC-06-24 (24 V)

Advantages:

• Large tank volume;
• Overheat protection;
• Cups included.

Flaws:

• Short cable.

Minipresso Wacaco and Nanopresso NS

On the fourth line we placed the Minipresso Wacaco and Nanopresso NS models. To prepare the drink, you can use both ground composition and capsules.

They do not require a network connection to operate. They work quite simply. The reservoir holds 80 ml of water.

There is a vacuum pump with a power of 18 bar. The weight of the model is quite small, only 336 grams. Dimensions are 156x71x62 mm.

The set with the coffee maker includes a cup for coffee and espresso, a spoon and a brush. There is a portafilter with a dispensing spout.

The model itself is designed for the use of ground coffee; to use capsules, you should purchase a Nanopresso NS adapter. It is installed on the top of the device. After installing it, the capsule is loaded and then water is poured.

To create pressure, press the button 10 to 15 times. As a result, you will have excellent espresso with foam.

The average cost is 4800 rubles.

Minipresso Wacaco and Nanopresso NS

Advantages:

• Compact;
• No network required to operate;
• Capsules can be used;
• High quality build.

Flaws:

• Capsules of the same brand should be used.

DOMETIC PerfectCoffee MC-01-12

The third place is occupied by the DOMETIC PerfectCoffee MC-01-12 model, which will be an excellent solution for those who travel a lot and have to be on the road for a long time.

This device brews coffee in 5 minutes, which is enough to fill a 150 ml cup.

To do this, just place the ground coffee in the filter, pour water into the reservoir and connect the device to power. Non-disposable filters are used. The design of the coffee maker is made in such a way as to prevent coffee from splashing and you can drink the drink directly while the car is moving.

The average cost is 2700 rubles.

DOMETIC PerfectCoffee MC-01-12

Advantages:

• Without water, the devices cannot be turned on;
• Short preparation time;
• Fixed on the surface.

Flaws:

• Only bottled water should be used;
• The filter must be cleaned of coffee residues.

Waeco PerfectCoffee MC/05/12

In second place is a model from the Waeco brand. This is a German manufacturer, which means the build quality will be high.

Its tank is designed to prepare 5 servings of coffee at the same time. It works using paper filters. The water container has a measuring scale, which greatly simplifies use. It holds about 680 ml of water. The model is intended for passenger cars, as it operates on 12 volts.

Its overall dimensions are 210x260x140 mm. Its weight is 1.34 kg. The set includes a meter cord and a glass bowl for the finished drink.

It is better to install on the floor.

The warranty period is one year.

The average cost is 2600 rubles.

Waeco PerfectCoffee MC/05/12

Advantages:

• Guarantee period;
• Simultaneous preparation of 5 servings of drink;
• The presence of a thermostat;
• There is an automatic shutdown function.

Flaws:

• Not found.

Waeco PerfectCoffee MC/052

We gave the first line to the model of the German brand that was already familiar to us. This well-made coffee maker will serve you for a long time.

Its water tank holds 680 ml. The power consumed by the device is 200 W. It can work both in cars and in trucks, since it works on both 12 V and 24 V.

Its dimensions are 210x260x140 mm. Volumetric weight is about 1.3 kg.

Made from impact-resistant plastic. Five servings are prepared at the same time. There is a special mount that makes it possible to place the device on any surface.

Easy to care for and wash. If there is no water in the tank, it turns off automatically. There is also a light indicator that indicates the operation of the device.

Coffee takes 10 to 15 minutes to prepare.

The average cost is 4,700 rubles.

Waeco PerfectCoffee MC/052

Advantages:

• Capacious water tank;
• Convenient location in any plane;
• Safe;
• Easy to care for.

Flaws:

• Not found.

Features of portable devices

Coffee makers for cars operate on the principle of standard electrical appliances for brewing coffee. Only the power source has been changed, because unlike the usual ones, the road model runs from the cigarette lighter .
A car cigarette lighter is characterized by low power, so the device for preparing a flavored drink in a car works slower than in a home kitchen . Power – no more than 200 W, however, this does not affect the cooking speed.

The volume of the tank may vary between models, but even the smallest one will be enough to get 50 ml of rich black coffee .

Attention! The coffee machine has a minimalistic design and has no unnecessary parts. The design is compact and stable.

How to choose?

When choosing a car coffee maker, you need to take the following points into account::

• tank volume - the device can be designed for one or eight servings of drink. For a passenger car, there is no point in choosing a device for preparing large quantities of coffee.
• voltage - a 12 V device is suitable for the driver of a passenger car, and a 24 V product will help the owner of a truck or bus to brew coffee.
• the material from which the body is made - the structure must be durable and made of high-quality material.
• availability of additional options – not all models are equipped with an automatic shut-off function, but for convenient use it is better to purchase a coffee maker with advanced functionality.
• reliability and safety - the water container should have a sealed lid with a small hole for filling the device with coffee, so that the drink does not spill during movement.

Types

There are two types of car coffee makers: drip and espresso . Each device has its own distinctive features, advantages and disadvantages, knowing which you can easily choose the most suitable device for your vehicle.

Drip

Drip or filtration devices practically do not differ from standard drip-type devices, but are smaller in size, making them convenient to place in a car .
An important element of a drip coffee maker is a paper, nylon or “gold” filter, which is filled with coffee powder. A paper filter is required to prepare one serving of the drink .

After cooking, this device will have to be thrown away immediately, which is not very convenient, since you always need to have spare filters with you. A nylon filter is suitable for reusable use - after brewing coffee, it can be washed and reused.

The “golden” filter is made of fibers coated with titanium nitride - it is durable, does not affect the taste of the drink and is easy to clean, but it is rarely on sale.

Note! Due to its low power, heated water slowly passes through the coffee, filling it with all the flavor and aroma properties of natural crushed beans. The result is a very rich and strong drink.

Operating principle

The device works according to this principle:

1. Water is poured into the reservoir.
2. Ground coffee is placed in a separate compartment.
3. The coffee maker is connected to the cigarette lighter.
4. The liquid begins to move through the tube to the heater, reaching 90-95 degrees.
5. The water passes through the coffee powder and is discharged out, after which the finished coffee can be consumed.

Advantages

• The device brews strong and aromatic coffee;
• reliability of design;
• simple controls;
• light weight;
• optimal tank volume;
• ergonomic design;
• compactness;
• large range of models;
• price.

Flaws

• you need to dispose of coffee grounds;
• the need to regularly replace filters;
• you need to use bottled water.

average cost

A reliable drip coffee maker for preparing a coffee drink in a passenger car can be purchased for 1,400 rubles . Models for brewing several servings of coffee in trucks are much more expensive - 8,000 rubles.

Popular manufacturers

Well-known manufacturers of car drip coffee makers are:

• Koolatron is a Canadian company whose product range includes chargers, numerous car accessories, fans and tool kits;
• Waeco is a German company that produces popular products for motorists.

Espresso

A type of mobile device that allows you to prepare an exquisite drink with thick, creamy foam in 2 minutes.
Espresso coffee makers are made of high-quality ABS plastic - this material does not emit toxic substances, it is absolutely safe for health and does not absorb foreign odors.

To prepare coffee in this device, you can use both ground coffee and pods designed for one serving of drink . Once the coffee is ready, the device will notify the user by sounding a beep.

By the way! The device is small in size and matches the diameter of the cup holder hole, which allows you to store the espresso coffee maker in the glove compartment along with spare pods.

Operating principle

The coffee preparation process is carried out as follows:

1. Purified water is poured into the container.
2. The hermetic cover is screwed on and the device is connected to the network.
3. A pod is installed in a special compartment - a filter bag with compressed ground coffee.
4. After pressing the power button, water heated under steam pressure seeps through the coffee.
5. After passing through the coffee, the finished drink is poured into a cup.

Advantages

• quick espresso preparation;
• automatic shutdown function;
• low consumption of ground coffee;
• the presence of creamy foam in the finished drink;
• durable body;
• pleasant appearance;
• easy maintenance of the device;
• compact design;
• almost silent operation.

Flaws

• many models can make just one cup of coffee;
• It is necessary to use only purified water;
• additional costs for purchasing pods;
• high price.

average cost

Portable car espresso coffee makers are several times more expensive than drip models. The average cost of such a device is 12,000 rubles .

Popular manufacturers

The most popular models of espresso coffee makers belong to the French brand Handpresso . There are also devices called EspressGo , however, they are the result of a collaboration between the coffee manufacturer Lavazza and the Handpresso brand.

Coffee machine Handpresso Auto Capsule Set

Handpresso Auto Capsule has the latest innovations in the world of portable coffee machines! A cup of espresso is prepared in just 2.5 minutes, and the preparation process is reflected on a digital screen. In addition, the coffee machine is equipped with an electronic delay system and an anti-splash spout!

When the case is open, it can be used as a tray, and its internal structure is very convenient for preparing coffee. Capsules and cups fit perfectly inside the bag. Once your coffee break is over, simply close the Handpresso Auto Set Capsule and put it in your glove compartment!

Specifications:

• Coffee maker weight: 880 g
• Coffee maker size: 22.5 x 7.5 x 7.5 cm
• Coffee preparation time: 2.5 minutes
• Water tank capacity: 50ml
• Only works with Nespresso capsules
• Voltage: 12/24V
• Power: 120W
• Pressure: 19 bar
• The coffee maker fits easily in a car cup holder, and the set can be found in the glove compartment.
• 1 year warranty

Handpresso Auto Capsule Set includes :

1. Nespresso machine Handpresso Auto Capsule

2. Case for used capsules

3. 2 heat-resistant, unbreakable cups with the Handpresso logo

4. Moisture-absorbing napkin with the Handpresso logo

5. Hard case for transporting and storing the coffee maker and ingredients

6. Instructions in Russian

Using Handpresso Auto Capsule is extremely simple and consists of only 5 steps.

1. Connect the device to the cigarette lighter

2. Add (cold) water and Nespresso capsule of your choice

3. Press the ON button

4. After three beeps, turn the coffee maker over and press the "Cup" button

5. Press the “Cup” button again.

Enjoy freshly brewed coffee without leaving your car!

Tips for getting the most out of Handpresso Auto Capsule Set

— Clean the inside of the filter holder (lid) regularly to ensure there is no coffee.

The kit includes a small brush to remove any coffee grounds that may have leaked out of the capsule.

— You can store espresso capsules, sugar and even milk pods in the bag. You also have 2 cups and a small basket inside the set to dispose of used capsules.

— If the water level indicator remains white after filling, check the mineral content of your water (some waters have very low mineral content and the machine cannot detect the water level).

In this case, try tap water or water such as Evian, Volvic, etc.

The mineral content of the bottles is referred to as “solids” and should be greater than 50 mg.

Waeco car coffee makers

The German brand Waeco, founded in the 70s of the last century, specializes in the production of equipment intended for home, transport and travel .
The manufacturer produces portable compressor car refrigerators, cooling modules, coffee makers, car kettles, minibars and repair equipment.

Waeco's innovative products have proven themselves well in the global market, surprising with their high quality and winning the trust of many customers.

The manufacturer offers a wide range of products and gives consumers the opportunity to purchase equipment at affordable prices.

Important! Waeco coffee makers captivate users with their stylish design, optimal volume and stand out for their technical characteristics.

To date, the best models are :

1. PerfectCoffee MC 052 is a compact drip-type device for preparing five servings of the drink. The body of the coffee maker is made of durable material, and there is also a transparent container with measuring divisions. The device is equipped with reliable fastenings, so it can be fixed in any convenient place.
2. PerfectCoffee MC 01 is a drip coffee maker with an automatic shutdown function if there is no water in the tank, an LED indicator and a cup for the finished drink. The capacity of the coffee pot is 150 ml, which allows you to quickly and effortlessly prepare a portion of aromatic coffee during a long trip.

Portable coffee maker HiBREW H004

Hi all! I love coffee and have long been looking for something small and convenient that I could take on a car trip. I didn’t like what I came across earlier because they were mostly coffee makers for ground coffee, which did not heat water and had a manual pump. All this is inconvenient. Yes, there are electric ones like mini-pressos, but they don’t heat the water either. I also found such a link, but there the price is twice as high and less universal. Before Black Friday, I decided to check if something more convenient had appeared for reasonable money and found the device in question. I liked the coffee maker. Under the cut, we measure the weight of the water being poured and the resulting drink, measure the temperature of the resulting drink and, of course, try it. The coffee maker arrived in Moscow in 5 days, securely packaged. Main characteristics Weight 600 g. water tank capacity 60 ml. pressure 15 bar power 80 W Rated voltage 12 V. (without heating water it is possible to use 5 V from the USB port) size 70 * 240 mm compatible with Nespresso, Dolce Gusto capsules, ground coffee beans. The advantages of this coffee maker are that it heats water, is compatible with Nespresso and Dolce Gusto capsules, and it is also possible to use ground coffee. When purchasing, you can choose 3 configuration options.

1. Coffee maker + 12v car adapter 2. Coffee maker + 12v car adapter + 220v adapter + usb cable 3. Coffee maker + 12v car adapter + 220v adapter + usb cable + case for carrying and storage. Also included is a cup, a container for ground coffee, a measuring spoon and instructions (English available, no Russian)

I chose the third option with a carrying case.

Additional Information

Equipment

It works very simply. insert the capsule into the adapter (the adapters are different for Nespresso and Dolce Gusto) or pour ground coffee into the container and insert the container into the adapter.

screw the adapter to the coffee maker. We put the cup from the kit on the adapter from below. Pour water into the upper container of the coffee maker to the mark and close the lid.

We press the button and wait for the drink to be prepared.

There is such a nuance that the coffee maker heats water only from 220/230V and from a 12V car network. From USB it only pumps water and accordingly you need to pour boiling water. In one case, the cooking time was 6 minutes from 220V, 7 minutes. from 12V. When powered by USB, press the button for 2-3 seconds and the pump starts working immediately. Cooking time will be about 30 seconds.

Making espresso from capsules

At my own peril and risk, I poured water just above the mark line - 73.1 g. Temperature 25 degrees.

It turns out 58 g. drink (cup weight 100 g). Some of the water remains in the capsule and a little in the water container

temperature of the resulting drink from the capsule

Used capsule

We make espresso from ground coffee. Having compacted it well, I was able to pour only 5.7 grams into the container. ground coffee (ground for espresso using a burr grinder).

Ground coffee drink temperature

The yield of the drink from the ground turned out to be almost the same as from the capsules. As for the taste, I liked coffee from capsules more than from ground coffee, as its taste was more intense. Here it was probably necessary to take capsules not for lungo, but for espresso for a more fair comparison, but there were no others at hand.

Among the shortcomings for me, perhaps, is that the volume of the drink is only 60 ml. I wanted more.

Thank you for your attention.

PS I found an interesting coffee machine from this manufacturer that accepts Nespresso, Dolce Gusto capsules, ESE pods and ground coffee!

Useful video

From this video you will learn how one of the car coffee maker models works:

A car coffee maker will become a faithful companion for every traveler and motorist, because it is indispensable not only on the road, but also on picnics, hunting or fishing .

Experts recommend that truck owners choose drip-type devices - they are capable of preparing an excellent drink, are easy to operate and are inexpensive. For lovers of delicious coffee who drive a car, an espresso coffee maker, characterized by its small size and ease of use, will be more suitable.

Impressions and experience of using the Handpresso portable manual coffee maker

Inspired by the posts of lapis2002 and Semyon’s “enthusiasm” about coffee topics in blogs on the IT portal, I decided to describe my impressions and experience of using an interesting coffee gadget - the Handpresso manual espresso coffee maker with ground coffee. The coffee maker works on the principle of a pump, you need to manually pump up the pressure, then pour hot water into the corresponding compartment, place the holder with coffee on top, close it, turn it over and press the lever. A dose of espresso is approximately 30 milliliters.

The first question is why do I need this strange thing? Due to my line of work, for the last 2-3 years, I have been traveling non-stop and, since I can’t imagine life without coffee, a portable coffee maker was simply necessary. Coffee from geyser coffee makers or Turkish coffee makers is not exactly the coffee I like, so the choice fell on an interesting product from the French company Handpresso SAS, which just recently appeared on the Dom Coffee chain. At that time there were only 2 models: one with ground coffee and one with coffee tablets, since the tablets seemed something strange and the girl consultants were always saying bad things about them, the choice was made in favor of the model with ground coffee (which I later regretted ). Having tasted the capabilities of the coffee maker before purchasing, I was pleased with the taste of the drink. A geek wouldn’t be a geek if he didn’t immediately buy all sorts of accessories for his new gadget, such as a set of unbreakable cups, a travel case, and additional coffee holders...

Underwater rocks. I regretted choosing a model with ground coffee for the reason that guessing the grind for this baby is a real pain. In each new city, I had to go through trial and error, since the same staff of coffee shops were often familiar with this machine only in theory, and on their coffee grinders there are no numbers indicating the degree of grinding. Incorrect grinding can result in either a negligible extraction time for the drink (according to various opinions, ideally it should be about 25 seconds), or, on the contrary, too long, which has a detrimental effect on the taste of the coffee, which in such cases cannot even be called espresso. The ideal grind, of course, exists, but achieving it is not easy, so you have to grind coffee in small doses and, after home tasting, return to the store again and again, fortunately this service is free.

My typical coffee algorithm during business trips looks like this: we take a little milk, heat it in the microwave, then whip it with a manual “cappuccino maker”, at the same time heat the water, put the coffee in the holder and pump up the pressure of the coffee maker. Then extract the drink and add milk foam to taste. About five minutes to do everything. It’s probably impossible to call the resulting espresso a reference, but as a portable alternative to Turks and geyser coffee makers, it’s quite a worthy option. Moreover, hybrid models are now being produced simultaneously with ground coffee and tablets. I’m also very impressed by the semblance of community among the guys on the site, where people share photos using Handpresso in different parts of the world under all sorts of interesting circumstances.

To summarize, I will say that the Hanpresso portable manual coffee maker is an interesting and useful gadget that is simply irreplaceable for coffee lovers who lead a nomadic lifestyle and simply lovers of unusual things. The only advice is to give preference to a hybrid modification or a model with coffee “tablets”. This will allow you to eliminate the hassle of finding the perfect grind for the perfect drink and enjoy the same delicious shot of espresso every time!

A visual aid to using Handpresso

PS Coffee and IT are true friends, perhaps best friends, so posts about coffee fit quite naturally into user blogs on an IT resource.
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