I much prefer the manual methods to machines. So...
A French Press is a French Press is a French Press, IMO. Unless you go with an insulated model, but then you're not improving the taste at all.
Aeropress is getting good reviews. Haven't tried. I need something that makes 2 cups at a time at least.
I use the Clever Coffee Maker or whatever it's called, it's like a combo of French Press and pour over... EASY cleanup, good taste.
Next up is this I think:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0006...&tag=hicons-20