AeroPress Flow Control Filter Cap

I am a new Aeropress fan and loving this little gadget to keep the brew drip-free, a much safer approach than the inversion method with the original cap. With the flow control cap, the brews made were more flavorful and professional for sure .. So far I only tested the flow control with original Aeropress paper filter. Nice and easy pressurized push to get the finished coffee. No leak around the flow through cap during the push process. Filter paper fitted perfectly into cap and easy snug twist into the bottom. Easy cleanup to rinse and dry. I will try the Aeropress stainless steel filter soon for Expresso style brews. Expecting the reusable s/s filter will be letting more flavors and oil through which is something to look forward to :-) This flow through cap is a must for serious Aeropress brewers. I got a bundle deal with the flow through cap and s/s filter for $35 which is ok for genuine brand that are made in USA.

This meant a good slow AeroPress again! AND no more paper filters. My AeroPress required back pressure and still leaked water before it had a minute to become coffee. This solved the problem. Works well, easy to use & clean, tastes great.

This cap is tiers better than the original. It allows longer coffee immersion times, almost no leakage, and better plunger control. The cap should come with the Aeropress or be part of a premium package. It’s an immediate upgrade and recommended purchase for frequent Aeropress users. Pros: * Little to no leakage; producing fuller and less astringent results. * The ability to immerse the grinds for longer without the use of the inverted method. * Plunger presses are easier and more controlled. Cons: * Requires slightly more cleaning time compared to the original cap. * Slight leaking can happen at the walls if the plunger is pressed too firmly. This can be avoided by using less force. There will not be a lot of leaking regardless. * Note: The competing Fellow Prismo cap will produce similar results with less leakage. However, it requires a special metal filter. Pro tip: This cap + 2 paper filters will produce an amazing cup of coffee!

This review is specifically for the Aeropress flow control Filter cap. The biggest caveat is that this does not come with a metal filter like the Fellow Prismo does. Had I known that, I might have considered the third party product instead, given how competitive the prices are for what you get. However, I have heard of third party metal filters warping the aeropress in order to use it properly. I assume you get the peace of mind that this will not warp your product, by itself of when used with Aerobie's own metal filter. Build quality feels reasonable, although it can flex if you squeeze it right. It has a nice grippy texture along the edge that makes it easy to unscrew, and plenty of surface area to grip it for installing and removing it. Compared to the filter cap that comes with the Aeropress, it's much easier to install and remove. I don't have any trouble gripping it even when the cap is wet, although it is much taller and wont fit inside the Aeropress Go's case. I tested it with an off-the-shelf dark roast coffee, finely ground in my cheapo 40 dollar cuisinart grinder, and just enough 200 degree water to make the grounds stir-able, steeped for one minute and pressed with reasonable effort. It produced a nice concentrated espresso-like drink with a significantly larger layer of foam compared to similar efforts with the stock cap. The flavor seemed different too, and in a way that I liked. I understand the aeropress and similar manuals cannot produce a true espresso, but it can make a nice substitute in my opinion. Ive been brewing with this cap regularly in my Aeropress go, sometimes for espresso-like concentrates, but often larger servings as well. I typically prefer the "inverted method" (even though it doesn't affect the coffee, its just the process I like), but this cap generally stops water from leaking out early. I can use the Aeropress as intended (reducing spills, water burns, or wasted coffee), and squeeze more water into the chamber since I'm not worrying about keeping the plunger well-seated for a flip. UPDATE: Had some leaking issues with the cap and figured it was just user error or something. I recently found out Aerobie revised the design with a rubber gasket over this issue, and they sent me the revised model at no charge when I told them I was having leaking issues. It's still not perfect, though the revised version works MUCH better. Having used the flow control cap for a year and Aeropress coffeemakers for much longer, this is easily the best accessory for the product. I just wish the price was competitive with the Fellow Prismo kit.

I’ve been using aeropress for years with the paper filters. Last year I decided to switch to their metal filter but no matter the grind size, the water ran through. I tried the “inverted” method which worked but was more of a balancing act than I liked. Since I had paper filters to use up, I forgot about it. Seeing this cap in my feed reminded me (thanks algorithm) to give it a try. Works great.

This makes such a big difference in using my Aeropress. Before, I would flip my Aeropress upside down so the coffee wouldn't start dripping right away and then I'd flip it over when I was ready. Plus, anyone who has used that method also knows that the expanding air in the chamber due to the hot water can sometimes push the plunger out before you've started pressing. This cap fixes that issue. It's such a small change that makes a big difference in convenience.

A game changer for the Aero Press! It should come with this. No drips, no mess, simple controlled press and a great cup of coffee. Highly recommend.

En mi opinión es casi un imprescindible para la Aeropress. Una cafetera que ya de salida te da un montón de opciones con este accesorio te abre un nuevo mundo y juego para preparar tú café de un modo distinto, por ejemplo, me permite las preparaciones invertidas sin jugarme las manos y la mesa. No puedo indicar si es mejor o peor que la competencia ya que no la he probado, pero el original la verdad es que funciona muy bien.

Pricey, but it stops the pre-press drip, which I feel does improve the flavour of our coffee even more. It's well made, too, so I expect that it will last many years. Happy that I bought it.

Great addition to my standard aeropress. Totally no drips, holds well and releases with steady pressure (albeit a tad squirty). Able to maintain a nice extraction all the way.

Hands up, I've been a fan of the AeroPress for the last decade. IMHO its always been one of the best ways to cheaply make great tasting coffee without too much faff! I'm not the biggest fan of the "Pod" machines, they make good (not great) coffee but compared to using ground coffee which tastes better, the price per cup is high. Yeah of course I could always get a big coffee machine, but emphasis on the big (and expensive). So depending on my mood, for the last decade its been my Mokka pot or the AeroPress. So what does the Flow Control Filter Cap being to the party? Well, if you use the AeroPress in the prescribed manner, it stops the coffee dripping through while you wait, and when you do press you can force your coffee though at higher pressure. This makes for a strong coffee, without it being too bitter/acidic. This is where I have to hold my hands up for the second time. The current batch of beans I'm running through are medium roasted, so I still have to see how this addition works with darker roasts, and can it infact produce any crema. So my journey isn't over it's just beginning, but it's a great beginning!

Aggiunta interessante all'aeropress. In pratica non serve più creare il vuoto mettendo lo stantuffo in posizione per evitare che inizi a percolare caffè, lasciandolo tutto ad immersione totale. Volendo è come usare il metodo inverted senza le menate dell'inversione. Lo consiglio al 100% In più è semplice da pulire, mantenendo la filosofia di fondo Aeropress di semplicità d'uso e manutenzione