Is the Toddy Cold Brew Maker Worth It in 2026?

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Short answer

For anyone who drinks cold brew more than once or twice a week, yes — the Toddy pays for itself quickly compared to buying bottled concentrate or daily coffee shop cold brew, and it produces a noticeably smoother cup than most drip-through single-serve gadgets.

Where it makes sense

  • You drink cold brew regularly, not occasionally
  • You want concentrate you can dilute to taste rather than fixed single-serve cups
  • You’d rather spend $45 once than $5+ per bottle at the store
  • You don’t mind a 12–24 hour lead time before your first batch is ready

Where it doesn’t

  • You only drink cold brew occasionally and don’t want a dedicated brewer taking up fridge/counter space
  • You want hot coffee in the morning and cold brew is a rare treat — a simple French press might serve both needs better
  • You want same-day brewing with no advance planning

Cost breakdown

At $44.95 upfront plus occasional felt filter replacements (a few dollars every few months), a Toddy works out to well under $1 per cup if you’re brewing full batches regularly — compared to $4–6 for a bottled or coffee-shop cold brew of similar size.

See the full review for a detailed look at day-to-day use, or check how it stacks up against OXO and Takeya.

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