AeroPress Flow Control Filter Cap, Fits Standard Size AeroPress

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!

Works as expected. Taking out the paper filter takes a bit extra effort. You just unscrew a bit and pull the aeropress plunger out to separate from cap. Well worth the money.

I am so happy with this Control Filter Cap! My water doesn't escape into my cup until I want it to. I have used an Aero Press for at least 5 years and happy with it, but I wanted my water to stay in the chamber longer. This Control Filter Cap fits on my my AeroPress perfectly and gives me a great full bodied coffee every time! The cap doesn't eliminate the need for a filter but that is fine. So glad that I decided to buy the 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.

I got an Aeropress for Christmas. For two months prior to receiving my gift, I did A LOT of research on them as well as all of the after market accessories (including this cap). One of the few complaints I saw referred to the cap that the company sends on all Aeropress units. The complaints were all about how water (it’s not really coffee as it’s so weak!) came out quickly. Seeing that the cost of this after market cap was almost as much as the Aeropress, I had no intention of purchasing it. My first coffee made thru the Aeropress didn’t work out as I had hoped. But I expected it, as the reviews had warned me that that original cap would leak coffee out. And boy did it leak coffee out (I tried using course grounds ((not recommended)) as well as medium-fine grinds ((recommended)) both with the same results). Half of the water I put in, came right out thru the cap, as I was pouring the water in. Still not convinced I wanted to spend $25 on this cap, my next attempt was inversion. Thankfully, I did it over the sink as the plunger popped out & the water & grinds went all over (clearly I didn’t push the plunger down far enough to prevent this mess!). I gave in. I bought this cap. TOTAL game changer! Not one drop dripped out of this cap until I pressed the plunger down. This cap is worth every dollar. Why 4 stars? Because this cap should come stock, with every Aeropress. The original cap is totally useless as so many of the reviews confirm. It feels dishonest that the company sells a great product with a defective piece, forcing consumers to purchase an expensive fix. Shame on you Aeropress. That said, the Aeropress is my go-to for my morning coffee, only because I have this cap!! My coffee is better than the French Press I had been using. The cap is a must. Bite the bullet & get it. You won’t regret it.

It’s a little harder to push down than I realized, but I love it. If you are using disposable cubs, you might have issues. I love it.

First thing, first cup of coffee with this Flow Control Filter Cap, I never realized how much was leaking into the cup with the conventional filter cap. My usual method is to pour in some water, swirl it around a bit to wet all the grinds, and then top it off with more water before placing the plunger in place. That would give me an almost full 10oz cut of coffee. With the flow control cap, using the same method, I ended up with just a little more than half of the usual amount of brewed coffee in my cup. So, there's that. What about the flavor? Obviously stronger. Definitely more full-bodied. Unfortunately, this was the tail end of a grind. That's not always the best cup of coffee, so not necessarily a valid test. I'm eager to try it again with a fresh grind. I do like the security of knowing I'm not starting with a partial weak "drip" brew. And I like the idea of being able to control the steep time. I like it.

I've been an Aeropress fan well over 7 years and love the product. I take it traveling and very happy with it's performance and durability. I've met Alan Adler at tradeshows and he's a superstar along with his team. The good news is, the Flow Control Cap performs the same or better than the standard cap with many brew holes. Yes, it's great that the new cap prevents initial drops getting into the brew early. It's easy to operate, and unless I actually knew I was using the 'new' cap...I wouldn't have known the difference during brewing. So, very happy with the final coffee product it makes. The not so good new is, I think Aeropress fell short on this new brewing cap. As others have mentioned, during the last 1/3 of the press, I also experience 'gurgling' or bubbling / leaking around the edges where the cap fits the body. The press I use is probably 4 years old so maybe it's not a perfect fit, but I did put it on tightly. The second, and most 'pressing' issue is, the darn filter stays inside the cap when you remove it. Alan's videos always showed him ejecting the coffee grinds and paper filter in one shot, right into the garbage or recycle bin. Now I have to fish out the filter (with hot grinds on it) and bring it to the bin. Basically it's a mess and for that reason alone I'll switch back to the old cap. I'll keep the new one just for fun, but I can't wrap my head around having to work harder for my coffee that's really only marginally 'better'. And, for those who know about this trick, on the Prismo video, they suggest pulling the cylinder back to get the filter off the cap...but it didn't work for me. Again, I love the Aeropress in an of itself and will continue to use it, but with the old cap. I hope the R&D folks can figure out how to stop the leaking and make the filter release from the cap for ejection.

Primera vez que lo uso, genera una taza más limpia y uds menos presión, requiere todo un mundo por recorrer

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.

Ich benutze den Flow Control Filter fast täglich mit meiner AeroPress und bin damit sehr zufrieden. Für mich macht er die Nutzung etwas einfacher und kontrollierter weil der Kaffee nicht direkt durchläuft. Dadurch fühlt sich die Zubereitung sauberer und sicherer an vor allem wenn man den Kaffee erst kurz ziehen lassen möchte. Die Kappe passt bei mir gut und macht bisher einen stabilen Eindruck. Ich hatte bis jetzt keine Probleme damit und finde sie im Alltag wirklich praktisch. Zur langfristigen Haltbarkeit und dazu ob oder wann das Ventil irgendwann ausgetauscht werden muss, kann ich noch nichts Sicheres sagen. Nach meiner bisherigen Nutzung funktioniert aber alles einwandfrei. Für mich ist es ein sehr nützliches Zubehörteil für die AeroPress.

I think this is entirely fab. It solves the drip through problem so you now don't need to invert (which was always a silly idea), occasionally adds a nice bit of foam (with a paper filter), makes it a little easier to work with finer grinds, and gives you the flexibility and control to work through different recipes and refine your process. Personally I prefer using a paper filter on its own. It fits fine -- I think a lot of concern about leakage in use actually comes from the practicality of the deeper cap. It does seem expensive but to my mind it is paying off. After a few hundred coffees, here are things you need to know: If you are used to filling a mug to the brim with the standard cap, you will get a lot less in that same mug without leaking, because this cap sits deeper. Even if you give it just enough room, the spray from the nozzle will force some leaks through. You do need to keep the nozzle clean. The smallest amount of coffee solids will hold the nozzle open and you'll get a drip (or it might even squirt some coffee through if you knock it). So if you see a small indentation (or worse a tear) in your paper filter, that is a sign you need to clean the nozzle. It's easy to clean the nozzle: once you've rinsed off the cap and the lid, put the plunger back in, put some water in the Aeropress chamber, put the cap on, press the water through the nozzle, then pull the plunger back a little before removing the cap. That will push water through the nozzle and then pull it closed, and it'll work beautifully the next time. I do this about every three times I rinse, it's quick and easy.