The Capresso 624.02 is a glass-and-stainless-steel iced tea maker with a reusable filter and button controls, priced at $69.95. Its 3.7-star rating from 161 buyers is below average for this category, signaling mixed results despite the premium-feeling materials.
Buyers who specifically want a glass-bodied iced tea maker with stainless steel accents and prefer using loose tea or reusable filter setups over disposable bags. The build quality appeals to those willing to pay more for non-plastic construction.
Skip if
If a strong overall buyer rating matters to you, the 3.7 stars from 161 reviews is a yellow flag. Also skip if you want fully automatic operation, this model is listed as manual.
Type Drip Coffee Machine
Coffee input Tea
Filter Reusable
Operation Manual
Controls Buttons
Material Glass, Stainless Steel
Priced 17% above the category median ($59.99 across 11 tracked models)
Weight of 5.0 lb - heavier than 71% of the 11 models we track
Our scorecard
3.8/5overall
Owner rating3.7/5
3.7 average across 161 owner ratings
Popularity1.8/5
161 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other coffee makers, kettles and brewers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Capresso 624.02 takes a different material approach than most iced tea makers: a glass and stainless steel body rather than all-plastic construction. At 5.0 pounds and measuring 12.5 x 7 x 14 inches, it has a solid countertop footprint. The reusable filter accommodates loose tea inputs, which is a practical advantage for buyers who prefer whole-leaf tea over bags.
Operation is listed as manual with button controls, which puts some of the brewing process in the user's hands rather than automating it end-to-end. The stainless steel and white color scheme fits a modern kitchen aesthetic without committing to an all-black or retro look.
The 3.7-star average from 161 reviews is the main caveat. It's a meaningful sample, enough to suggest the machine has recurring friction points, though the listing doesn't surface what those are. At $69.95, Capresso is competing on materials and brand positioning rather than pure price.
Pros
Glass and stainless steel construction, not all plastic
Reusable filter included, compatible with loose tea
Button controls are straightforward to operate
12.5 x 7 x 14 in footprint is manageable for most counters
Cons
3.7-star average from 161 buyers is below category average
Manual operation requires more user involvement than automatic models
No dishwasher-safe rating listed
No wattage or brew capacity specs published
Performance notes
Material: glass and stainless steel. Filter: reusable. Input: tea. Controls: buttons. Operation: manual. Dimensions: 12.5 x 7 x 14 in. Weight: 5.0 lb. Color: stainless steel and white. No wattage or capacity listed.
What buyers say
161 reviews at 3.7 stars indicates recurring buyer dissatisfaction that goes beyond isolated cases. The premium materials attract buyers expecting a step up in quality, but the below-average rating suggests the gap between expectation and experience is real enough to weigh carefully.
It uses a reusable filter, which works with loose tea rather than requiring disposable filter bags.
Is the Capresso 624.02 automatic?
No, the listed operation is manual. You control the brewing process via button controls rather than a fully automated cycle.
Why is the Capresso 624.02 rated lower than other iced tea makers in this category?
At 3.7 stars across 161 reviews, buyer satisfaction is mixed. The exact friction points aren't surfaced in the listing, but the rating is meaningful at that sample size and should factor into your decision.
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