Bonaverde Berlin

The Bonaverde Berlin is a blocky monolith of a coffee maker measuring 19.5 by 10.2 by 9.8 inches (HWD). The $799 model has a simple white finish, while the $999 version we tested has a matte metallic cover, though the bodies of both are plastic.

A tray near the top of the device holds the green coffee beans for roasting, and features a metal turning arm inside and a small rectangular window for watching the process.

The front of the Berlin has a large, open compartment for the included carafe, with a removable conical plastic tray above it for brewing coffee.

Bonaverde plans to eventually offer a variety of coffees directly sourced from growers and available to purchase for use with the Berlin, sold in NFC-equipped coffee pods. These pods are much closer to envelopes than plastic K-cups, and are designed to be almost completely compostable. Each pod is a wide wedge-shaped paper pocket, with a perforated top and a visible NFC tag.

The included coffee pot is a large, glass, diner-style pot that can comfortably hold a liter of coffee.

The water reservoir can hold a liter, and can be easily removed for filling.