10 Best Coffee Makers in Canada: 2024 Reviews & Top Picks

Many of us put the world on hold until we have at least one cup of coffee at the start of the day. This also means the coffee maker is probably the favourite and most important appliance in the kitchen. So, finding the right coffee maker is a quest that we know all too well. But Canadians don’t quite get the same selection as the coffee connoisseurs across the border.

So, we made a list of the best coffee makers readily available in Canada. We hope that these reviews will lead you to the best coffee maker and consequently, the best cup of joe to savour every morning.

A Quick Comparison of Our Favourites in 2024

	Image	Product	Details
Best Overall		Black+Decker 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker	24-hour programmable timer 2-hour auto-shutoff Sneak-a-cup feature	CHECK PRICE
Best Value		Secura French Press Coffee Maker	Double-wall insulation Made with stainless steel 3-layer filter	CHECK PRICE
Premium Choice		Ninja DualBrew Pro System	Brews pods and grounds with traditional drip Four brew styles Choose from nine sizes (small cup to full carafe)	CHECK PRICE
		Chemex Classic Series Pour-Over Coffee Maker	Made with borosilicate glass Four sizes, with or without a handle Dishwasher safe	CHECK PRICE
		SharkNinja Hot and Cold Brewed System	Brews tea and coffee, both iced and hot Five brew styles for coffee and tea Six brew sizes (single cup to full carafe)	CHECK PRICE

The 10 Best Coffee Makers in Canada

1. Black+Decker 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker — Best Overall

The best overall coffee maker for Canadians is the Black+Decker 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker. This is exactly what you expect from a traditional drip coffee maker: It’s easy to use and makes a great cup — or 12 cups — of coffee. It has a 24-hour timer that can be programmed to brew your coffee when you need it most (like the moment that your feet hit the floor), and it includes a 2-hour automatic shutoff for added safety. It has the handy sneak-a-cup feature that enables you to grab a cup while it’s still brewing. The controls are easy to use and read for setting the clock and programming it. The hot plate stays on for 1 hour after brewing, so you can continue to enjoy your coffee at the right temperature. It’s easy to clean and doesn’t take up much space.

The main issues with this coffee maker are that taking the basket out to clean and putting it back can be challenging and that it can be a bit noisy while brewing.

2. Secura French Press Coffee Maker — Best Value

The best coffee maker in Canada for the money is Secura French Press Coffee Maker. This French press comes in three different sizes and has double-wall insulation to help keep the heat where it belongs. It’s made with attractive stainless steel, which some might prefer over the more-easily-broken glass ones. It has a three-layered filter that should trap the coffee grounds nicely. The lid has been designed so you can pour the coffee and then turn the lid to close off the spout and retain the heat.

The only con with this coffee maker is while it is insulated, it won’t keep the coffee hot enough — you should drink it within 30 minutes.

3. Ninja DualBrew Pro System — Premium Choice

Ninja’s DualBrew Pro System is essentially two different coffee makers in one and enables you to brew four styles. It can brew coffee pods and traditional drip coffee, and you can choose from nine brew sizes (from small to a full carafe). You can also brew four different styles: rich, over ice, classic, and specialty. It includes a frother too. Yet another unique feature is that it has an independent water system. This means it can dispense hot or boiling water separately, so you can use it for whatever needs hot water: tea, instant oatmeal, or even hot cocoa.

However, with all these amazing features, it is quite expensive. Also, while it’s handy to use pods with it, it doesn’t allow reusable K-Cup filters.

4. Chemex Classic Series Pour-Over Coffee Maker

The Chemex Classic Series Pour-Over Coffee Maker is an excellent option if you’re a fan of the pour-over. It’s made with borosilicate glass, which means it’s resistant to cracking under extreme temperatures. The glass isn’t porous, so there isn’t any transfer of flavour like with plastic. It’s available in four sizes (3, 6, 8, or 10 cups, with 5 oz. measuring as 1 cup), and it comes with or without a handle (without a handle is the less expensive option). It’s dishwasher safe, and unfinished coffee can be covered and refrigerated so you can reheat it the next day.

One problem is that if you don’t have a dishwasher or only want to hand wash, it’s tricky to clean because of the shape. Also, for a pour-over, it is relatively expensive.

5. SharkNinja Hot and Cold Brewed System

The SharkNinja Hot and Cold Brewed System is the perfect machine for anyone who enjoys a nice hot cup of coffee or tea — or iced tea and iced coffee! This wonder of a coffee maker can brew tea or coffee at a lower temperature over ice, and you can choose from six different brew sizes (from a single cup to a full carafe). The coffee feature enables you to choose from five brew styles: classic, rich, cold brew, over ice, and specialty. The tea option lets you select the tea that you’re brewing (five options, including black, herbal, and green), and the machine figures out the right temperature. It gives you separate coffee and tea baskets (tea can be bags or loose-leaf) and has a fold-away frother.

With the good comes the bad, however. This coffee maker is quite expensive, and some of these machines are prone to leaking.

6. Cuisinart Brew Central Coffeemaker

The Cuisinart Brew Central Coffeemaker is a cool, retro-style drip machine with an attractive brushed stainless-steel finish. You can program it to brew coffee 24 hours in advance and take advantage of the convenient pause-and-serve feature so you can enjoy a cup of coffee while you wait. It also includes a charcoal water filter that removes chlorine and calcium from the water. It enables you to adjust the temperature on the warming plate and lets you know when it’s time to decalcify the machine.

The flaws mainly involve the reservoir. It’s difficult to pour water into the reservoir due to the small opening. You’ll also need to look inside the reservoir to see how much water you’ve poured in, as you can’t see the water level on the outside.

7. Takeya Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker

Takeya’s Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker is an excellent option if you enjoy iced coffee, which is particularly important in the hot summer months! It’s made with BPA-free Tritan plastic and has a silicone handle for an easy grip and an airtight lid. It brews 4 cups using a fine mesh coffee filter. You can pour boiling water into the pitcher and place it easily in the refrigerator. This also means you can use it for both hot and iced coffee, and it’s easy to clean.

One of the issues with this coffee maker is that you’ll need to use coarse grounds rather than fine because they will otherwise end up in your coffee. Also, sometimes the grounds don’t get saturated, so you might need to gently shake it around a bit to ensure that all the grounds are saturated.

8. Cuisinart 14-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker

Cuisinart’s 14-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker is an attractive stainless-steel coffee maker that enables you to set a program 24 hours in advance. It notifies you when it’s time to descale, and you can set it to alert you when it’s finished brewing. You can choose between brewing your coffee in regular or bold flavours, and it can be set to turn off automatically from 0 to 4 hours. It comes with a gold-tone coffee filter and a charcoal water filter, and finally, you can pause and serve.

The cons are that some of these machines can be noisy and that it sometimes continues to make noise even when not in use. Also, the water reservoir opening is small and challenging to fill, and the carafe might pour rather sloppily.

9. Keurig K-Café Single-Serve Coffee Maker + Milk Frother

The Keurig K-Café Single-Serve Coffee Maker + Milk Frother is a pod coffee machine. There are many of these machines out there, but this one gives you something extra special. It has a “shot” button, which provides a concentrated shot of coffee, so you can brew cappuccinos and lattes. The included frother can help make those specialty drinks even more special. The frother is dishwasher safe, so it’s easy to keep it clean. There’s a strong brew button so you can intensify your coffee to be richer and bolder.

However, it is quite expensive, and the pods are not environmentally friendly, though you can invest in a reusable filter. Also, in some machines, the frother isn’t always reliable.

10. Mr. Coffee Mini Brew Coffee Maker

Mr. Coffee’s 5-Cup Mini Brew Coffee Maker is a traditional compact coffee maker. It brews 25 ounces of coffee and doesn’t take up much room on the counter. It lets you grab a cup mid-brew, and the carafe has ounce markings, so it’s easy to measure the amount of water that you want. The filter basket is easily removed for cleanup.

The downside of this coffee maker is that the basket can be difficult to insert the right way. Additionally, the paper filters tend to collapse during brewing, so you might end up with coffee grounds in your coffee, and there isn’t an automatic shutoff feature.

Buyer’s Guide: How To Find The Best Coffee Makers in Canada

Now before you charge off to buy a new coffee maker, check out this buyer’s guide. We go over a few points that you might not have considered, so you can find the perfect machine.

Cup Size

Many coffee maker manufacturers use cup servings to measure how large the machine is. However, you should keep in mind that many companies will use 5 or 6 ounces as a cup size. Most coffee lovers consider 8 or 10 ounces to be a cup of coffee. So, if the coffee machine that you’re interested in says that it’s a 12-cup size, it might be closer to 6 cups. Always read the fine print.

How Many Cups?

If you only use your coffee maker once a day, you might want to aim for something small and simple. Many coffee connoisseurs swear by the French press, while others prefer using a pod coffee maker or traditional drip. Aim for a large model if you have multiple coffee drinkers in the household and a small model for 1 or 2 cups per day.

Programming

If you’re a can’t-function-until-you’ve-had-a-cup-of-coffee person, you might want to consider a machine that allows for programming. You can set it up before bed and wake up to a freshly brewed cup of coffee (unless you hit the snooze alarm one too many times). If you’re also forgetful, aim for a machine with an automatic shutoff feature.

Size

Beyond the size of the cup of coffee, consider the size of the machine itself. This is especially important for those with kitchens where space is at a premium. Double-check the measurements and specifications before buying the machine and then realizing that it won’t fit under your cupboards. Also, bear in mind that most coffee makers will need to be moved to fill the reservoir.

Conclusion

The Black+Decker 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker is our overall favourite for its easy-to-use programming feature and because you can grab a mug while it’s still brewing. Secura’s French Press Coffee Maker is an excellent option if you’re a fan of using the French press because it’s made with stainless steel instead of the traditional glass. It also has a great price! Finally, Ninja’s DualBrew Pro System gives you so many options! You can brew drip or pod coffee, and it has a frother and independent water system.

We hope that these reviews of coffee makers have given you a better idea of what you’re looking for. Before you know it, you’ll be savouring an aromatic and tasty cup of java in your own home.