Camille May
Cofounder & Product Curator
Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....
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Best Non-Toxic Coffee Makers
We vetted coffee makers against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.
Cofounder & Product Curator
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Here's what we look for:
- Materials like stainless steel, glass, and ceramic
- 100% PFAS-free nonstick coatings, with ceramic tested for heavy metals
- Aluminum only if it’s hard anodized, ceramic-coated, or safely encased in stainless
- No plastic in contact with food (but we avoid it wherever possible)
- Transparent brands that disclose all materials
Best Non-Toxic Coffee Makers
On Welpr, terms like "non-toxic," "safer," "cleaner," "healthier," and "vetted" are editorial labels based on our own standard for product assessment. They are not guarantees, certifications, or medical claims. Learn more.
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What to know about coffee makers
The materials inside your coffee maker matter because hot water passes through them every time you brew. Heat can cause certain materials to release unwanted substances into your coffee, especially plastics and synthetic coatings. Since most people brew daily, the materials that touch hot water and your coffee deserve attention.
- The key contact points are the water reservoir, brew basket, carafe, and any tubing or valves where hot water flows.
- Glass, stainless steel, and ceramic are non-reactive materials that hold up well to heat without leaching into your drink.
Review what you already use
Take a close look at your current coffee maker and identify what materials are in direct contact with hot water and brewed coffee. Check the product listing, manual, or manufacturer's website for material details.
- Look at whether the water reservoir, brew basket, and carafe are made of glass, stainless steel, or plastic — plastic components in contact with hot liquid are the biggest thing to flag.
- Check for any Prop 65 warnings on the packaging or product page, which can signal materials worth looking into further.
Use your current coffee maker more safely
If your coffee maker has plastic parts that touch hot water, you don't need to replace it overnight. A few small adjustments can reduce what ends up in your cup while you plan your next purchase.
- Avoid using the "keep warm" function for long periods — extended heat on plastic or coated surfaces increases the chance of material migration into your coffee.
- Transfer brewed coffee into a glass or stainless steel mug or carafe right away instead of letting it sit in a plastic reservoir.
Choose a cleaner coffee maker
Look for coffee makers built primarily with stainless steel, glass, or ceramic in all areas that contact water and coffee. The best options keep plastic away from the brewing path entirely and avoid synthetic nonstick coatings.
- Pour-over drippers, French presses, and stovetop percolators made from glass or stainless steel are some of the simplest, cleanest brewing options available.
- Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved coffee makers.
Olushola M. Awoyemi
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...