Simple borosilicate-glass brewer with nothing to break down.
Last verified: July 2026 · scored by the Made to Last method
Expected lifespanDecades
Typical price$45
Cost per year$1.80/yr
Warranty~Decades
The Chemex is just a piece of lab-grade borosilicate glass — no electronics, no seals, nothing to wear out. Owners use the same one for decades; a design in the MoMA collection.