A French Press brews "normal" coffee, like a percolator or drip machine, not concentrated espresso.
Fans of French Press coffee claim that the natural oils that give coffee its flavor are better retained, compared to drip filter coffee (the paper filter absorbs the oils). In addition, water temperature and brewing time is easily controlled, allowing customizable extraction of coffee flavor.
A French Press coffee maker (or coffeemaker) is attractively simple. There is no complex electrical machinery. Only hot water is required. This makes it suitable for camping and office cubicles. It can also be used for brewing loose-leaf tea.