I bought this travel French press in 2023. Today is Feb. 2025. It was for a trip, but I have used it almost daily for 1-2 years now. I search reviews about coffee makers all the time looking for ‘something better’. When I look at my purchases, I have a different one for every 3-6-9 months. Except now. I am one person. Who wants a perfect cup or two of great tasting coffee every morning without fail. I bought the stainless steel since I am opposed to plastic; and to hot water being poured over that plastic. It makes very good ,hot coffee. I like it strong, but not espresso level. I use 4 T. To make 10 ounces of coffee. I use cream ( half & half). Sometimes I wish I had another cup, but now it’s made. I always pour this freshly made coffee into a coffee cup, then add cream. I have tried pulling plunger out, adding a little more hot water and re- plunging. Not great. Now, I just use a portable pour over silicone holder with a coffee filter. Since, I want my last taste of coffee to taste as good as the first one. I am surprised this not having ratings closer to the Aeropress. My son in law uses the aeropress, but honestly my coffee tastes as good as his. Maybe the Aeropress is easier to clean, but this one does a good job. No paper or plastic ( except for lid). And I think it costs less.( or in 2023 it did)!