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Oxo Compact vs Willow & Everett Side-by-Side Comparison
Overall Verdict
The OXO Compact is one of the smallest brewers using the free-style brewing method. It produces 16 fl.oz (470 ml) of high strength concentrate (1:4 ratio) that can be diluted up to three parts.
The Willow & Everett, on the other hand, comes in a half as well as full gallon size. Its brew ratio is 1:9 and the design of the filter allows for quite a good brew to develop. The brew quality and strength is one of the best for an immersion filter brewer, and it can be further diluted up to a 1:1 part ratio.
If you’re looking to brew quantity and quality the Willow & Everett is a good choice. The one gallon container, however, can be cumbersome while pouring out the last 20% of the liquid from the top, as the tap is slightly above the base.
For the Willow & Everett, the build quality is not that great - especially the lid - and the tap doesn’t work so easily at first. The OXO Compact, on the other hand, is one of the easiest brewers to use, and decanting is swift and effortless.
Pros & Cons
- Compact design
- Quality packaging
- Aesthetic decanter
- Easy measuring
- Pours very smoothly
- Funky design
- Brew ratio
- Brew quality
- Tap dispenser
- Stopper doesn’t fit tightly
- Sensitive decanter valve
- Brew not so complex
- Lid design
- Weak glass around tap
- Tap is temperamental
- No literature
Key Specs
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Analysis and Test Results
Brew Quality
Bouquet
Drinkability
Sediment
Design
In the Box
Decanter
Stopper / Lid
Filter
Build Quality
Usability
Brewing
Decanting
