Customer Reviews

GSI Outdoors Glacier Stainless 1-Liter Java Press

5 star:		(4)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(2)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

I had a Lexan version of this for two years. Then I decided to purchase this one. BIG mistake!!! The Lexan 33oz. java press plunger piece kept breaking. So did the one for the GSI Glacier Stainless Steel Java Press. The only good thing is that I could easily call GSI for replacement parts at no charge even with the shipping.

I honestly thought that the stainless steel version would have a fully stainless steel plunger. I'd say for GSI to take this design back to the drawing board.

I would not recommend this to anyone until the plunger design is changed.

This french press is awesome. It is really easy to clean and is not as fragile as the glass ones. I just bought another glass insert for my bodum press to replace the one I broke when I took it with me on a trip and they have really gone up in price. I am very happy to have a stainless steel press that is half the price of the stainless steel inserts. The thermos part is really great, too. It keeps the coffee hot for about 2 hours. I can take it on trips home where the coffee is not so good, and still have my yummy coffee without fear of breaking the glass. I am very very happy with this press.

We have had this press for over 5 years and still works perfectly. Great for camping or travel (can't trust cabins and hotels to always have coffee). It Has taken quite a beating and still holds up strong. The only reason I give it 4 instead of 5 stars is that I wish the whole assembly was stainless. I think the plastic lid is a tad cheesy but for us 5 years strong with no broken parts. Would recommend it to anyone.

I was looking for a coffee press to go "car camping" since I am a coffee addict and need my java in the morning.

Not only does the press work well but the insulated holder keeps it hot on cold mornings. In fact I often use the GSI at home if I am not going to drink all the coffee in the press immediately. The glass presses let the coffee get cold quite quickly.

Nice solid product.

The product worked very well for a couple of weeks, but I have had to send it back. The plastic filter on the end of the plunger is very flimsy. It works its way loose easily when rinsing, and a piece of the plastic cracked off underneath where the rod screws in. It is a real shame GSI hasn't seen fit to put a stronger filter in this otherwise very nice press.

This French Press makes excellent coffee and it's great for camping, but the screen was damaged when it arrived. After a pleasant call to customer support, they sent a new screen.

We were looking for a good press pot for camping and this is it! Unbreakable, great coffee, easy to use & clean up.

Great for camping. Bought it along with the hand grinder. Makes the best camp coffee ever. Only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is that the plunger is a little flimsy and plastic. Should have been all metal with a spring around it like a real glass press. This lets a bit of the grounds out around the edges. But still the best cup of coffee in camp I've been able to make, since I'm not about to bring the glass one out there.

I bought this three years ago and it is my favotire FP. I've never had problems with it at all. It does a great job of keeping my wonderful brew hot so I can spread out the pleasure of the cup. When this one eventually goes by the wayside (everything eventually breaks) I will replace it with another! Highly recommend!!

I hate to have to write this because this has got to be one of the best customer service companies in America. If you want great customer service communication and support then this is the product for you. However, the plunger is horrible and the design may never work to standards. Nothing will replace the old fashion wire mesh plunger. The GSI plungers all allow grounds to escape around the plunger and find it's way into your cup. Love the company hate the product. sorry