A french press is fairly idiot-proof especially if you have a source of water that is the correct temperature (I use 195F). In my last house I installed an In-Sink-Erator hot water dispenser at the kitchen sink and this makes the french press so so very easy to use. Just grind (or pre-grind), add the correct amount of grounds to the press, add water and stir, press down after 4-5 minutes and serve.

If you want to buy a coffee press, I suggest going to your local Starbucks store and buying a Starbucks-branded glass Bodum french press. The trick here is that if you ever crack the glass press, you can bring it back to the store and they will replace it for free. These are typically $12 online for replacements.

If you don't want to install a hot water dispenser, you can get a nice Japanese standalone one that is made specifically for teas, coffees and noodles. I use this Zojirushi at work that has the capability to set a timer so your water is the correct temperature when you wake up.