Top 8 3D Printable Items For Coffee Lovers

3D printing and coffee have one major thing in common: they both enable us to do countless wonderful things. And so it’s not too surprising that many 3D printing designers around the world have used their craft to better enjoy their morning cup of joe.

We’ve all got at least one friend who simply can’t face the day without their coffee, and true aficionados can be quite picky about how their coffee is prepared.

So here we’ll look at some of the best 3D prints that make amazing gifts for coffee lovers in your life, most of which are free!

1. Stampa3DArt Coffee Molds

Download Example: Cults3D
Designer: STAMPA3DART
Price: $0.68 each

If you like to indulge in a dusting of chocolate atop your brew of choice, then you’ll know how lovely it can be to have the sweet sprinkling take a certain shape. There are two cheap STL files to choose from here, from the coffee bean shape above and one that simply says ‘Dolce Vita’.

Of course, you can always use your own modeling software to make your own variations, further allowing you to personalize these molds with someone’s name or a different image like the peace symbol or smiley face.

2. Takeaway Espresso Cup Holder

Download: Thingiverse
Designer: energywave
Price: Free

Whether your office has its own coffee machine, or you simply need to take your espresso (macchiato if you’re feeling fancy) on the go, you’ll know that those tiny cups often don’t have handles and can be irritating or even painful to hold for too long.

To solve this, this creative designer created the office espresso cup holder, a 3D printed case for these tiny tumblers to turn into proper cups for leisurely sipping.

This print is the perfect gift for coffee lovers in your life who are sick of burning their fingers before they’ve even had their first taste. I recommend reading the 3DSourced list of cool 3D printing ideas if you want more inspiration for similar models.

3. 3D Printed Coffee Bean Measuring Cup

Download: Thingiverse
Designer: MeisterEdel
Price: Free

Ground coffee will only stay fresh for so long, so true coffee lovers tend to grind their beans first thing for each cup instead of stockpiling them for later use. If the coffee lover in your life prefers this method, then you’ve likely heard them talk about how frustrating it can be to measure and weigh the beans every single time.

The designer of this measuring cup felt the same, and so they created the perfect device to remove such early morning tedium. The measuring cup is easily adjustable depending on how strong you want the coffee to be, and can be kept on the perfect setting so all you’ll have to do is fill it to the top with beans and get grinding!

4. 2-in-1 Tamper and Extractor

Download: Thingiverse
Designer: loumgg
Price: Free

Perfectly tamping your coffee is important to make sure the water flows through the grounds evenly, making sure the flavor is distributed well and the crema is as smooth as possible. But what’s arguably more important is keeping the filter clean and free of old grounds.

That’s why this 3D printed 2-in-1 tamper and extractor is the ideal gift for anyone with a professional-grade coffee machine in their home.

The tamper is the perfect size for standard reusable filters, and the clever shape on the other side lets you clean out excess grounds with a simple twisting motion, making the post-brew tidying more efficient and easier than ever.

5. Coffee Filter Cleaner

Download: Thingiverse
Designer: mbellucci
Price: Free

Speaking of keeping filters clean, this very simple 3D print is designed to fit on the top of standard coffee cans, letting you reuse them as eco-friendly receptacles for used grounds.

This makes the cleaning process much easier and more efficient, reducing the need to rinse out wiry brushes or wastewater by scrubbing out the filters every time.

It’s a wonderful gift for anyone who wants to enjoy their coffee while also staying echo-conscious, and without having to get rid of used grounds after every cup.

6. Cone Filter Holder

Download: Thingiverse
Designer: egannotvegan
Price: Free

For people without access to professional-grade coffee equipment, cone filters are a fantastic way to get café-style coffee in your own home without having to buy and maintain expensive tech.

Keeping these filters both clean and easy to find is a good way to make sure you can start preparing your coffee as soon as possible without having to worry about any dust or crumbs ruining what should be the perfect cup. And that’s where this simple filter holder comes in.

The small design can fit into any kitchen space, keeping cone filters away from wayward kitchen debris while also making them easy to find and access when you just can’t wait to get that sweet caffeine poured and ready to drink.

7. Take-Out Coffee Cup Holder

Download: Thingiverse
Designer: ekaran50 / Sammy Ekaran
Price: Free

Of course, not all coffee lovers have the time or resources to make their preferred brews at home, which is why we’re blessed with cozy and often life-saving cafés. Grabbing that lovely cup on your way to work or just taking a break from the grind (pun intended) to enjoy a cup made by a professional are welcome reprieves in our workaday world.

Since we don’t always have the time to sit and enjoy our coffees in peace, this 3D printed coffee holder is a fantastic vise-inspired model that clips firmly to the edge of any desk or table, keeping the cup safe while also preventing unsightly rings of spilled americano.

8. Multi Coffee Cup Carrier

Download: Thingiverse
Designer: Jan Colombo
Price: Free

Working with colleagues who love coffee as much as you will inevitably lead to a rota of coffee rounds, and when it’s your turn to pick up the percolated potions, the last thing you want is to risk spilling them all by relying on the often awkward cardboard holders that most cafés provide.

This very easy 3D print is a great workaround to make carrying multiple coffees both easier and safer, keeping up to 4 cups upright and secure while you’re carrying them around. It’s a great gift for a friend, colleague, or your office in general to make coffee runs more of a breeze than ever.