Key takeaways
- AeroPress Go Plus review: 10 oz brew, insulated 16 oz tumbler, built-in filter storage. Specs, pros and cons, and who this travel kit suits.
The AeroPress Go Plus is a travel coffee kit built around the familiar AeroPress method, with one big addition: a vacuum-insulated stainless steel tumbler that doubles as the brewing mug and the carry case. It brews up to 10 oz at a time, packs down to roughly 7.3 by 4.2 inches, and weighs about 1 lb 4 oz when loaded. It is a strong pick for couples, commuters, car campers and anyone who wants a complete brew-and-drink setup in one object. It is a heavier, bulkier choice than the standard Go for solo ultralight trips, and you still need to bring coffee and a way to heat water.
Quick Verdict
- Best for: travelers, office users and campers who want brewer, filters, stirrer, scoop and insulated mug in one package.
- Biggest upgrade over the Go: a 16 oz vacuum-insulated tumbler with a magnetic lid, and a built-in compartment for up to 25 paper filters.
- Capacity: the brewer makes up to 10 oz per press, so two presses fill the tumbler.
- Drawbacks: more weight and bulk than the Go, a lid that can splash if closed quickly, and no way to make true espresso.
- Skip it if you only brew at home, where the Original does the same job in a smaller package.
Key Specs
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brew capacity | 10 oz (about 295 ml) per press; the chamber is marked up to 4 |
| Tumbler capacity | Up to 16 oz of finished coffee |
| Packed size | About 7.3 x 4.2 inches |
| Packed weight | 1 lb 4 oz (about 0.56 kg) per the manufacturer |
| Chamber and plunger | Tritan copolyester with silicone seals rated for food contact |
| Tumbler | Vacuum-insulated 18/8 stainless steel with a polypropylene base cap; magnetic splash-resistant lid |
| In the box | Chamber, plunger, filter cap, tumbler, lid, stirrer, scoop, paper micro-filters (count varies by source; confirm on listing) |
| Filter storage | Holder in the tumbler base for up to 25 filters |
| Brew and clean time | About 2 minutes per the manufacturer |
| Care | Described as dishwasher safe and BPA free; one retailer listing says otherwise, so confirm on the manufacturer page |
| Colors on offer | Black, Cream and Pink |
| Warranty | One year per the manufacturer |
Who It Is For (and Who Should Skip It)
A good fit
Think of a hotel room with a weak in-room kettle, a campsite with a small stove, or an office with no good coffee nearby. The Go Plus packs everything needed except beans, a grinder and hot water. Because the tumbler keeps the finished coffee hot, it also works as a commuter mug, and it is sized to sit in a typical cup holder.
It suits two people sharing a brew better than a solo traveler. A single press makes up to 10 oz, and the tumbler holds 16 oz, so a pair can split two presses or use the tumbler as a thermos for a longer drive.
A questionable fit
Ultralight hikers will wince at the weight. The standard Go packs into a mug at about 11.4 oz, while the Go Plus is closer to 20 oz with the tumbler. If your trips are measured by ounces, the Go or the Original is a better match.
People who want strong, espresso-like shots should also manage expectations. The AeroPress produces a concentrated, espresso-style coffee, but it cannot reach the roughly nine bars of pressure of a real espresso machine. It works well for Americano-style drinks and milk drinks made from a concentrate.
What It Does Well
Everything in one place
The kit nests inside the tumbler, with filters stored in the base. That removes the usual trouble with travel brewers: a loose filter pack, a missing stirrer, a mug that does not fit. You pack one object.
Reliable method
The AeroPress method combines immersion, micro-filtration and gentle air pressure. The manufacturer’s standard recipe calls for 16 to 18 g of medium-fine coffee, water at about 185 degrees F (or boiled water if you have no thermometer), filled to the 4 mark, a 30 second steep after inserting the plunger, then a slow, steady press until the hiss. Total brew and cleanup is about two minutes. Many roasters use hotter water, around 195 to 205 degrees F, so adjust to taste.
Insulated tumbler
The double-wall stainless tumbler is the headline difference from the Go. One published review reports that coffee stays hot for around two and a half hours at most, so it is not a thermos replacement for all-day use, but it is plenty for a commute or a morning hike.
Transparent chamber
The Tritan chamber is clear, which lets you see the brew and the water line. It is also tougher than glass for camping and travel.
Quick cleanup
You push out the compressed puck of grounds and the paper filter together, rinse the plunger seal and you are done. That is the main reason the AeroPress family is popular for travel.
A sample routine for the road
Start the night before by grinding your dose at home or at the campsite and storing it in a small container. In the morning, heat water, then assemble the chamber with a paper filter in the cap. A common approach for two people is the inverted method: stand the plunger in the chamber, add about 35 g of medium-ground coffee, pour water to the halfway mark, stir for roughly 20 seconds, then fill to the top and steep for about 1 minute 40 seconds. Screw on the filter cap, flip the brewer over the tumbler, and press steadily for about 20 seconds. Split the concentrate between two mugs and top up with hot water to taste. That recipe comes from a published review rather than the manufacturer, so treat it as a starting point and adjust the dose and time to your beans.
The nesting design pays off at the end. The used filter and coffee puck come out together, the chamber and plunger rinse in seconds, and the parts slot back inside the tumbler. Dry the filter holder before you refill it with paper filters, since a damp holder is the one cleanup trap reviewers mention.
Where It Falls Short
- Weight and bulk. A packed weight of about 1 lb 4 oz and a height of 7.3 inches is considerable for a solo trip.
- Lid behavior. A published comparison notes the lid can splash if it is closed too quickly, and it is not designed to be spill-proof if knocked over.
- Water in the filter holder. The same comparison notes that water can seep into the base filter holder during cleaning, so dry it before storing paper filters.
- Not true espresso. The concentrate is strong, but it is not espresso in the machine sense.
- Heat retention limits. Hot for a couple of hours, not all day.
- You still need a grinder and kettle. Pre-ground coffee works but gives up flavor, and a compact hand grinder adds more to the pack.
- Finish wear. One reviewer notes that printed branding can rub off with towel drying.
Weighing these points, the Go Plus is best understood as a convenience upgrade, not a brewing upgrade. The coffee in the cup is the same one an Original makes, because the brewing method is identical across the family. What you are paying for, in cost and in weight, is the tumbler, the lid, the integrated filter storage and the single-package tidiness. If those matter to you every week, the Go Plus earns its footprint. If they only matter once a year, the Original or the Go does the same job with less to carry.
How It Compares
| Model | Brew capacity | Material and mug | Packed weight | Filters | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AeroPress Go Plus | 10 oz | Tritan brewer; 16 oz vacuum-insulated steel tumbler | About 1 lb 4 oz | Holder for up to 25 in the base | Two people, commutes, car camping |
| AeroPress Go | 8 oz | Polypropylene brewer; plastic mug that acts as the case | About 11.4 oz | Holder for up to 20 | Solo, light travel |
| AeroPress Original | 10 oz | Polypropylene | About 7.75 oz | Standard micro-filters | Home use, no mug included |
| AeroPress Clear XL | 20 oz | Tritan with carafe | Confirm on listing | Needs XL-size filters | Larger batches at home |
The decision is mostly about the tumbler. If you want it, choose the Go Plus. If not, the Go gives you a lighter kit and the Original the lightest, with the same coffee in the cup.
Alternatives Worth Considering
AeroPress Go Plus Black – the reviewed kit
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This is the Go Plus in Black, with the brewer, insulated tumbler, magnetic lid, stirrer, scoop and paper micro-filters. It suits travelers who want a complete setup that doubles as a drinking mug. Confirm the filter count and what ships in the box on the listing.
AeroPress Go Plus Cream – the lighter colorway
The Cream version is the same Go Plus in a different finish. Pick it if you prefer a lighter look or want to tell your kit apart from others at a camp or office. The specifications match the Black version, but check the listing for any differences in contents or availability.
AeroPress Go – the lighter solo kit
The Go brews up to 8 oz and packs into its own 15 oz mug, with a combined weight around 11.4 oz. It is the better choice for solo travelers, hikers and anyone for whom the Go Plus’s weight and bulk are a problem. The mug is single-wall plastic, so it does not keep coffee hot the way the Go Plus tumbler does.
AeroPress paper micro-filters – the consumable you will reorder
Paper micro-filters are the standard choice for the Go Plus. They keep grit out of the cup and are ejected with the puck, so cleanup is quick. A 350-count pack covers months of daily brewing. The Go Plus’s base holder stores up to 25 at a time.
AeroPress 316 stainless steel reusable filter – for a fuller cup
The manufacturer states the metal filter lets more oils and fine particles through than paper, which gives a fuller-bodied cup, and that it fits the Original, Clear, Go and Go Plus. Laser-cut holes of about 178 microns are quoted. It must be rinsed after each use, which is a small cost on the road. Many people carry both types.
Questions
How much coffee does one press make?
Up to 10 oz, or about 295 ml. To fill the 16 oz tumbler you press twice, once to the 4 mark and once to the 3 mark.
Is the tumbler insulated?
Yes. The manufacturer lists a vacuum-insulated 18/8 stainless steel tumbler with a magnetic lid. One published review reports coffee staying hot for roughly two and a half hours.
Can it make espresso?
It makes an espresso-style concentrate, not true espresso. Real espresso needs far more pressure than a hand-pressed brewer can produce.
Is the Go Plus dishwasher safe?
The manufacturer describes it as dishwasher safe, though one retailer listing says it is not. Check the care instructions that come with your kit.
How many filters come in the box?
Sources differ, with figures such as 100 mentioned. The base compartment holds up to 25 at a time. Confirm the count on your listing.
What temperature should the water be?
The manufacturer’s recipe uses water at about 185 degrees F, or boiled water if you have no way to measure. Many roasters use hotter water, roughly 195 to 205 degrees F, so adjust to taste and to the roast.
Will it fit in a car cup holder?
The manufacturer lists the tumbler as compatible with cup holders. Because the packed kit is about 4.2 inches wide, confirm the fit with your own vehicle, as holder sizes vary.
Is the Go Plus worth it over the standard Go?
It is if you want the insulated tumbler, a 10 oz brew instead of 8 oz, and filters stored in the base. It is not if you prioritize low weight, since the Go packs lighter and smaller.
Does the metal filter fit?
According to the manufacturer, the standard-size stainless steel filter fits the Go Plus.
Packing Checklist
The kit is complete only for the brewing step, so a short checklist saves trouble. Bring fresh whole beans and a compact hand grinder, or pre-ground coffee in a sealed container if weight matters more than flavor. Bring a way to heat water, such as a small stove, a travel kettle or the hotel kettle, and a spare pack of paper filters beyond the ones stored in the base. A small towel for the lid and tumbler helps after rinsing. Check that the lid magnets are clean and closed gently, since the lid can splash when closed quickly.
Update History
- October 21, 2026 – Initial publication; specifications checked against manufacturer documentation where available.
- Check the product page for current specifications and availability before buying.
Sources
- Manufacturer product and help pages for the AeroPress Go Plus, Go, Original and reusable filter
- Retailer specification sheets for the AeroPress Go Plus
- Published comparisons of the AeroPress Go and Go Plus covering weight, tumbler and drawbacks
- Published AeroPress model comparisons covering capacity, materials and filters
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