AeroPress Flow Control Filter Cap, Fits Standard Size AeroPress

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.

This meant a good slow AeroPress again! AND no more paper filters. My AeroPress required back pressure and still leaked water before it had a minute to become coffee. This solved the problem. Works well, easy to use & clean, tastes great.

I broke the carafe of my French press so I went looking for a new carafe or a new French press. I was also trying to find something that would allow me to press the grind mass at the end of the brew. My French press plunger would stop about an inch above the mass so I couldn't press it. After reviewing numerous French presses, I was stuck with too small or too large. So, I landed on the AeroPress and I also ordered this flow control lid with the platinum plated metal filter so I could do the standard vertical brew/soak without granules or residue in the bottom of my cup. l do ground chocolate beans, not coffee, so my brewing time is ten to 15 minutes and I needed the lid that wouldn't leak in a normal vertical soak/brew. Working great! 10/25/2025 Update My cap started to have some issues and the little pieces that keep the tiny opening closed started to have issues closing correctly - and would start leaking on the counter. I contacted them about it as I was still under warranty. The quickly sent another - shockingly good customer service.

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.

This review is specifically for the Aeropress flow control Filter cap. The biggest caveat is that this does not come with a metal filter like the Fellow Prismo does. Had I known that, I might have considered the third party product instead, given how competitive the prices are for what you get. However, I have heard of third party metal filters warping the aeropress in order to use it properly. I assume you get the peace of mind that this will not warp your product, by itself of when used with Aerobie's own metal filter. Build quality feels reasonable, although it can flex if you squeeze it right. It has a nice grippy texture along the edge that makes it easy to unscrew, and plenty of surface area to grip it for installing and removing it. Compared to the filter cap that comes with the Aeropress, it's much easier to install and remove. I don't have any trouble gripping it even when the cap is wet, although it is much taller and wont fit inside the Aeropress Go's case. I tested it with an off-the-shelf dark roast coffee, finely ground in my cheapo 40 dollar cuisinart grinder, and just enough 200 degree water to make the grounds stir-able, steeped for one minute and pressed with reasonable effort. It produced a nice concentrated espresso-like drink with a significantly larger layer of foam compared to similar efforts with the stock cap. The flavor seemed different too, and in a way that I liked. I understand the aeropress and similar manuals cannot produce a true espresso, but it can make a nice substitute in my opinion. Ive been brewing with this cap regularly in my Aeropress go, sometimes for espresso-like concentrates, but often larger servings as well. I typically prefer the "inverted method" (even though it doesn't affect the coffee, its just the process I like), but this cap generally stops water from leaking out early. I can use the Aeropress as intended (reducing spills, water burns, or wasted coffee), and squeeze more water into the chamber since I'm not worrying about keeping the plunger well-seated for a flip. UPDATE: Had some leaking issues with the cap and figured it was just user error or something. I recently found out Aerobie revised the design with a rubber gasket over this issue, and they sent me the revised model at no charge when I told them I was having leaking issues. It's still not perfect, though the revised version works MUCH better. Having used the flow control cap for a year and Aeropress coffeemakers for much longer, this is easily the best accessory for the product. I just wish the price was competitive with the Fellow Prismo kit.

Using this is much faster than doing the upside down brewing method. I like to soak the coffee and leave it in the vacuum for a little. with the normal top as soon as you pour the water in it starts dripping into the cup if you brew the normal way. My only complains it sounds like someone is taking a crap when you press down

This is worth it if you already own an AeroPress, unfortunately it does not come standard with AeroPress purchase probably because it would add extra money to the cost of the AeroPress by itself. It is worth it because once you own the AeroPress Flow Control Filter Cap it makes the inverted method unnecessary, which is great when you are making coffee and tea when you don't want drip in your cup, and want more control. Plus the the inverted method can be dangerous if you are not careful and you could make a mess especially if you are clumsy. I can follow inverted method coffee recipes, and just put the plunger on when I am ready to push rather than just put the plunger to stop the drip first, then wait to push. The only catch is the original Micro-Filtration Filter drip through can add body or extra flavor to your cup when brewed the right way with the AeroPress. In fact I heard the inventor of the AeroPress Alan Alder say in a speech that most of the World Aeropress Champions have won using the main brewing method for their Aeropress recipe rather than the inverted method. It is also funny because one of the prizes for the World Aeropress Championship is the AeroPress Flow Control Filter Cap.

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

Insanely overpriced but an absolute must have for an Aeropress. This should be included in every new Aeropress and shouldn’t cost more than $9.95 as a standalone but they know that once you try it, you’ll love it, so the price follows that logic. Now that the ranting is over, I’ll say it’s really an awesome product and really does greatly improve the result and ease of use. Bite the bullet and buy it if you can afford it.

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.

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