Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select vs Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee
Both made our Best Drip Coffee Makers shortlist, at #1 and #3. Here's how they differ and who each one suits.
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Quick verdict
Choose the Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select if you want sCAA certified, brews at the correct temperature every time. Choose the Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer if you'd rather have pre-infusion bloom evens out grounds saturation. Overall we rank the Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select higher: #1 versus #3 in our Best Drip Coffee Makers list.
Winner overall: Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select
Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select vs Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer compared
Every difference that matters, in one table.
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Our ranking | #1 of 14 in Best Drip Coffee Makers | #3 of 14 in Best Drip Coffee Makers |
| Pick label | Best Overall | |
| Brand | Technivorm | Bonavita |
| Key features | SCAA certified; 196 to 205°F; 10-cup | SCA-certified 198°F to 205°F brew temperature; Pre-infusion bloom mode; Stainless steel thermal carafe |
| Biggest strength | SCAA certified, brews at the correct temperature every time | Pre-infusion bloom evens out grounds saturation |
| Main trade-off | No programmable timer, manual brew only | No programmable timer |
| Best for | buyers who want the best overall package | Most buyers |
Which should you buy?
#1 pick · Best Overall
Choose the Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select if…
- SCAA certified, brews at the correct temperature every time
- Copper heating element reaches brewing temperature in 6 minutes total brew time for 10 cups
- Dutch manufacturing with a 5-year warranty, the longest in this category
Best for: buyers who want the best overall package
Prefer the alternative? See the Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer section.
#3 pick
Choose the Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer if…
- Pre-infusion bloom evens out grounds saturation
- Thermal steel carafe holds heat without a warming plate
- One-button operation with nothing to program incorrectly
Prefer the alternative? See the Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select section.
Pros and cons of each
Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select
Pros
- SCAA certified, brews at the correct temperature every time
- Copper heating element reaches brewing temperature in 6 minutes total brew time for 10 cups
- Dutch manufacturing with a 5-year warranty, the longest in this category
- Spray arm saturates the entire coffee bed evenly, no dry spots
- Available in 20+ colors
Cons
- No programmable timer, manual brew only
- Carafe is glass (thermal available as the Moccamaster KBGT)
Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer
Pros
- Pre-infusion bloom evens out grounds saturation
- Thermal steel carafe holds heat without a warming plate
- One-button operation with nothing to program incorrectly
Cons
- No programmable timer
- 8-cup capacity is on the small side for larger households
- No strength or brew-mode adjustment
- Utilitarian plastic-and-steel design lacks the polish of the Technivorm or Breville
Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select vs Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer: common questions
Which is better, the Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select or the Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer?
Choose the Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select if you want sCAA certified, brews at the correct temperature every time. Choose the Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer if you'd rather have pre-infusion bloom evens out grounds saturation. Overall we rank the Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select higher: #1 versus #3 in our Best Drip Coffee Makers list.
What is the difference between the Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select and the Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer?
The Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select stands out because sCAA certified, brews at the correct temperature every time, while the Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer stands out because pre-infusion bloom evens out grounds saturation. The trade-offs differ too: the Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select's main caveat is that no programmable timer, manual brew only, and the Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer's is that no programmable timer.
Is the Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select worth it over the Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer?
For most buyers, yes: it's our #1 pick. Consider the Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer instead if no programmable timer, manual brew only is a deal-breaker for you.
Who should buy the Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer instead of the Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select?
The Bonavita BV1901TS 8-Cup One-Touch Coffee Brewer suits buyers whose priorities match its strengths, while the Technivorm Moccamaster KBG Select is best for buyers who want the best overall package.