Learn more about AeroPress paper and stainless steel reusable filters
Both the AeroPress stainless steel reusable filter and the AeroPress paper micro-filters keep out coffee grounds for a grit-free cup of coffee. The main difference between them is in the flavor profiles that they give you. The reusable metal filter a
Yes, the metal used in the AeroPress stainless steel reusable filter is a food-safe, premium grade 316 stainless steel.
The AeroPress Standard size stainless steel filter is compatible with the AeroPress Original, the AeroPress Clear, AeroPress Go Plus, and the AeroPress Go. The AeroPress XL stainless steel filter is compatible with the AeroPress XL.
Yes, the AeroPress stainless steel reusable filter is made in the USA, unlike many other filters on the market.
316 and 304 are two different grades of stainless steel. 316 is a premium grade of stainless steel that is much more durable and corrosion resistant than lower grade 304 stainless steel. The AeroPress stainless steel reusable filter is made from 316
No, the AeroPress stainless steel reusable filter and the AeroPress XL stainless steel reusable filter are the only metal filters designed and made by AeroPress. All other products on the market are made by third parties.
Yes, the AeroPress reusable metal filter is dishwasher safe (top rack only).
Yes, AeroPress paper micro-filters are compostable. Because it is made of stainless steel, the AeroPress stainless steel reusable filter is not compostable. However, it is reusable, so you can make as many cups of coffee as you like with it. Just was
The AeroPress stainless steel reusable filter has a 178 micron hole size.
No. The bleaching process used by filter paper manufacturers until the late 1980s used chlorine gas and the chlorine gas bleaching process created dioxin as a byproduct. In the late 1980s the filter paper mills switched to using what is called the no
You should use a Standard size filter with the AeroPress Original, Clear, Go, and Go Plus. You should use an XL size filter with AeroPress XL.
The metal filter is more porous, so it will have a somewhat larger flow rate than our paper filter. If you are an experienced AeroPress user, we recommend using a slightly finer grind than what you would normally use with a paper filter. Also, be sur
You can store any size AeroPress paper or metal filter in the AeroPress Organizer Stand.
You should use a Standard size AeroPress paper or metal filter with the AeroPress Flow Control Filter Cap. It is not compatible with XL size AeroPress filters.
Only Standard size filters are compatible with the AeroPress Filter Holder. It is not compatible with XL size AeroPress filters.
Up to 550 Standard size micro-filters.