Mr. Coffee Black and Stainless Steel 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker Review

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(More customer reviews)Coffee makers in our house usually last 5 years before they have to be replaced. Last year we shopped around and decided the Mr. Coffee Black and Stainless Steel 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker had the most bang for the buck.We have never owned a Mr. Coffee until now.We loved it until recently it started to act up, and of course the 1 year warranty just ran out a month ago.So we are shopping around for a new coffee maker, it won't be a Mr. Coffee.

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Get up to 12 cups of fresh-brewed coffee at your leisure with this 12-cup programmable coffeemaker from Mr. Coffee. The machine is black with stainless steel accents and has a pause'n serve feature that allows you to sneak a cup before brewing is finish. It also features a 2-hr. shutoff, fresh brew timer, brew strength selector, adjustable temperature warmer plate, special cleaning cycle and water filtration system. Made of glass and plastic. Imported. 13.75Hx7.25Wx11.5L".

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Cuisinart DCC-100 Coffee Bar Classic 10-Cup Coffeemaker, White Review

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(More customer reviews)We were generally happy with the Cuisinart DCC-100-- while it lasted. A few months ago it started working intermittently. It wouldn't always brew the coffee. Finally it stopped working altogether. The hot plate was not very warm, and it looked as though the problem might be the thermostat. So we took the coffeemaker apart. There appear to be two coils--a high power unit for brewing the coffee, and a lower power coil for keeping it warm. A thermostat in a round white ceramic package monitors the temperature. It was open, even at room temperature, so the high power coil never went on. Took it apart. Found a very brittle plastic ring, and very corroded contacts. Opinion-- the thermostat is of poor quality. The contact materials appear to be of poor quality, very pitted, unable to sustain extended use. The brown plastic ring that actuates the contacts appears to be made of a material that cannot sustain the heat. This is based on a sample of just one unit, but my recommendation is to stay clear of this unit unless/until Cuisanart finds a new thermostat vendor and publicizes that action.

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Cuisinart's Coffee Bar brewing system was modeled after commercial systems, and delivers pure coffee flavor, cup after cup. The 1-4 cup setting ensures you can make a cup or two without altering the temperature or flavor of the coffee. And if you're in a big hurry, rest assured you can grab a cup thanks to the pause and serve function.

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Hamilton Beach 47686 Brewstation Plus Coffeemaker Review

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(More customer reviews)It's surprising to find true innovation in such an affordable product. I was concerned that having extra features on a coffee maker would be annoying or cumbersome but, this coffee maker is very easy to program or just use. The 1-4 cup feature and the extra flavor feature seemed like fluff to me, but I find myself enjoying them too.The design team should be rewarded for comming up with the dual purpose container, it's such an easy way to fill the resevoir while also keeping the coffee hot and fresh.
Every morning I start the day with a gooood cup of fresh coffee, no mess, no fuss. I like it!

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Housed in black with stainless-steel accents, this innovative coffeemaker offers more than just good looks. The countertop appliance brews up to 12 cups of great-tasting coffee at a time, but without the carafe normally associated with coffeemakers. Instead, the unit features an enclosed brewing system and gentle keep-warm heater that keeps brewed coffee hot, fresh, and flavorful for hours. The result: coffee never tastes scorched because there's no carafe or hot plate to alter the flavor of brewed coffee. Simply brew up to 12 cups of coffee like normal using any favorite ground coffee, then engage its convenient one-handed dispensing function with a regular mug or tall travel mug to fill--one cup at a time--with hot, delicious coffee. The unit's large easy-to-read backlit digital clock makes it effortless to program the unit for brewing at a later time--perfect for wake-up coffee or to have coffee ready to serve with dessert without having to get up from the table half way through dinner. It will also shut off automatically after two hours for safety and peace of mind. The coffeemaker measures approximately 8 by 6 by 17 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Brew Express Self-Filling Built In Coffee Maker Review

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(More customer reviews)While it looks very nice and is easy to use, after about 6 weeks of use our coffee pot has had multiple malfunctions. The water continuously flows so we have to shut it off at the valve to keep it from over flowing, it does not stay hot for long and it only brews 1/4 - 1/2 pot at a time no matter what setting it is on. The company was quick to send us replacement parts to try to fix the problems but it has been unsuccessful. They have told us we could send it in and they will look at it but we will have to pay to have it repaired.Basically, they told us that it is more than likely caused from our hard water and so they will not warranty it. Their customer service guy even said that they have seen them malfunction in less time than that with $5000 filters. This tells me a great deal about the product and it came straight from thsir own customer service. After several agruments with excuse after excuse as to why our pot only lasted 6 weeks, they DID offer to sell us a new one for only $150. Hmmm...I JUST spent $400 on one that lasted me all of 6 weeks...I think I'll invest in another Bunn. Not only does it brew FABULOUS coffee but they are reliable, they are not NEARLY as sensitive to the hard water, AND they stand behind their product 100%. We pulled out our old reliable Bunn that we have had for about 8 years to use while we waited for parts for our Brew Express and the flavor of the coffee is by far better with the Bunn. We hadn't realized just how bad the coffee tasted before. Yep, that settles it, my final word is...BUY A BUNN. It will be money well spent.

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Brew Express built in Coffee Maker System can brew from one to twelve cups and is conveniently self-filling. All you add is water! Offers two electrical outlets on the front of the unit. Stainless steel carafe that keeps coffee hot for hours is included.The Brew Express Coffee Maker can be paused so that you can safely remove the carafe while brewing. Water bottle with additional Flo-Jet pump optional. Dimensions (in Inches): 12. 5 x 12 x 4

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Mr. Coffee ISX43 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been using this Mr. Coffee machine (model ISX43) for a couple of weeks and am very happy with it.The controls are very accessible and easy to use.The coffee is hot enough immediately after brewing and the machine is easy to cleanup.It comes with a water filter which I guess could be useful if your water has particulate matter in it, but for me it's unnecessary.The machine is fairly tall and the top is hinged at the back and flips up, so you need a quite a lot of room above to open it.Also, the opening in the top to pour in the water is fairly small - I have to use the carafe and pour carefully to avoid spilling.The controls include a clock and timer for delayed brewing, a regular and strong brew setting (I can't really tell the difference) and a cleaning cycle which I haven't tried yet.The clock is so bright you could use it for a night light.There's also a temperature control for the hot plate (which turns off automatically after two hours).Last, I'm a fan of chrome and black appliances and find this unit quite stylish.

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Features:Brushed stainless steel accents.Brewing pause and serve.Removable filter basket.Two-hour auto shut-off.Special cleaning cycle.Fresh brew timer.Brew strength selector.Adjustable temperature warming plate.Water filtration.Audible ready signals.Cord storage.

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Saeco Incanto Deluxe Automatic Espresso Machine, Stanless Steel Review

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(More customer reviews)I got this thing 4 days ago when Costco had it on sale. Awesome coffee, whether you just want an Espresso, Latte, Cappucino, or a regular coffee. Easy to use. Not too noisy when grinding, tons of options to program. So, all in all, seems like a great machine. But...I have to say I already had to use their manual pump twice to "ventilate" the system (charging the circuit with water). It is supposed to do this once when installing, and then after a long time of not being in use. Well, I already had to do it twice within 4 days. Worse, it did not do it automatically, so I had to use this 20 cent hand pump that does not properly fit. It's ridiculous, this is a $1,200 machine. I really love the coffee, so I want to believe in it, but if this happens a few more times, I will check with customer service, and if this does not stop I will send it back and get a manual 15 bar one without so much electronic. Too bad though, coffee is really great.

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Part of the Incanto family of automatic machines, the Incanto Deluxe features innovative Saeco technologies including a LCD Digital Display, 3 programmable beverage settings and ceramic disc grinder. With the Saeco Brewing System, or SBS, the Deluxe makes it easier than ever before to customize and brew espresso at home; and thanks to the Rapid Steam® technology, you can easily froth milk to quickly turn an espresso into a cappuccino or latte. Its elegant finish and compact footprint make the Incanto Deluxe a perfect fit in any kitchen

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Capresso 153.04 C3000 Automatic Coffee and Espresso Center, with Pump-Auto Cappuccino System Review

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(More customer reviews)We have owned several home espresso machines and this is by far the best one ever.The ability to froth milk automatically just before or just after making coffee or espresso is unique. In most other units it's necessary to purge the water system before steaming milk and then purging it again to regain brewing temperature. In this unit you just press the button and frothed milk foams out into your cup, and is pre-programmed to stop at the right moment.The milk unit can be removed and stored in a refrigerator and the parts are easy to clean. It even tells you when to run a cleaning or decalcifying session. Programable in English and several European languages. It's also easy to make hot cocoa by frothing chocolate milk. Electronic controls dose out the amount of coffee or espresso from a short shot of espresso (single or doppio) to a mug of coffee. It turns itself on and off and pre-measures the coffee you grind and the strength of your coffee. This is an electronic wizard that does lots more than brew a great cup of coffee. This is an ideal machine for an office or a household with a big entertainment kitchen.

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Mr. Coffee VB12 12-Cup Coffee Maker, White Review

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(More customer reviews)Then this is the coffee maker for you.It's easy enough to use, a bottom-of-the-line model with no bells and whistles, but with 4 annoying flaws.
The worst is that the coffee never comes out hot -- it's at an easy-to- drink heat that's not hot enough for me.Second, the heating plate doesn't keep the coffee hot enough. Third, there's no automatic shutoff, a nuisance.Fourth, the carafe drips a lot when it's poured at any but the slowest rate.

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> Brewing Pause `n Serve lets you pour a cup of coffee while the coffeemaker is still brewing> Removable Filter Basket lifts out for fast and easy filling and cleaning> Water Level Indicator shows the amount of water in the reservoir for accurate filling> Stain Resistant Warming Plate is easy to clean and prevents stains> Cord Storage safely stores excess cord to keep your countertop neat> Lighted On/Off Switch lets you know when your coffeemaker is On" and "Off""

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Krups FME2 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker with Glass Carafe, White Review

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(More customer reviews)Noodles' review is just about exactly what I was going to write. Our old ProAroma was a better machine. It's hard to believe anyone at Krups would think it was an improvement to lock out all controls except "off" when the machine is on program mode. You want to change the program? Set the program "off" time longer? You have to turn it off to do that. Then, when you turn it back on to keep the coffee warm, it thinks you want to brew a new pot, and starts an "empty reservoir" alarm. The automatic start program doesn't cancel after it runs, it stays on. Uhhh... Krups? It's obvious that I would have to actively tend to the machine - like add a filter? Coffee? Water? before it makes coffee again. Wouldn't it make sense to assume that I would be capable of setting the program again at that time? Krups thinks you should be forced to remember to turn the program off (not possible when it's still warming the carafe!) if you don't want to use it.If you forget LATER, after the program time has run it's course, it starts the "empty reservoir" alarm nice and early Saturday morning. Our ProAroma was completely programmable any time - and it had more features. This machine is definitely a step down. Oh, wait - I forgot - the carafe has a lid that won't come off, won't open far enough to stay open by itself, and stained brown in a month. How am I supposed to fit this in the dishwasher - with the lid closed? I guess so. I wish the old carafe with the snap-on, snap-off lid would fit this thing. OK, so I got it for $60, much cheaper than the last few (non e-bay) ProAromas would have cost me. But I feel bad that I didn't just spend $20 on Mr. Coffee. I think this machine was not only built in China, it was designed there by someone who had never laid hands on a ProAroma. Coffee is fine, but so is it when I boil water in a kettle and pour it over the grounds in a Melitta filter...this is just handier. The machine feels sturdy, not cheap. My gripe is in the programming. Oh, yeah, I forgot - they moved the electronics back under the heating element, where coffee and water get spilled on it. Not up high like the ProAroma's.

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New from Krups, this 12-cup programmable coffee maker has 1,100 watts to provide fast and efficient brewing. The programmable timer/auto on sets the start time each day and has a 1-3 cup flavor setting to maximize flavor extraction from small quantities of coffee.There is an audible signal indicating when the machine is done brewing and a popular pause and serve feature allows interruption anytime during brewing. After brewing, the heating plate time is adjustable from 1 to 5 hours.The 60 ounce water reservoir has a detection feature which shuts the unit off if completely empty has a built in water filtration system to remove chlorine and limescale buildup. Beautifully styled with a blue illuminated LED control panel for easy of use, it has a soft eject filter holder for smooth control swing out action, and easy pour 12 cup glass carafe with no drip spout and ergonomic handle design. The descaling indicator measures brew time and calculates when descaling is necessary. Comes with a 1-year warranty.

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Capresso 46405 464.05 Coffeeteam Gs 10-cup Digital Coffeemaker With Conical Burr Grinder Plus Two (2) Coffee Mugs Review

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(More customer reviews)For some reason Capresso has decided to make all of their all-in-one grinder / brewers with the burr grinders locked away inside where they can not be cleaned, inspected and replaced when needed.

We own a different Capresso CoffeeTeam Grinder / Brewer that uses the same burr set up and finally found all of the hidden screws to remove to allow thorough cleaning of the grinder. The hardest part is figuring out how to dismantle their puzzle. Unfortunately Capresso has also decided to refuse to sell parts for the machine, except for items such as lids and carafes.

Recently our coffee seemed weak. I had just totally cleaned both burrs and everything was as clean as new. I found the problem to be dull burrs which slowed down the grind speed producing less coffee grounds and thus weak coffee. I replaced the burrs with a set from our Capresso 560 grinder and now we've got full strength coffee again.

The problem I now face is that Capresso REFUSES to sell the lower burr, the one that is the dullest. They consider this an internal part. I now have a useless $80 grinder that I sacrificed to save a $300 coffee maker.

I have called Capresso several times trying to find a way to buy a complete burr set and was appalled by the attitude, arrogance and rudeness of the people on the phone that got incensed when I did not happily accept their answer "We do not sell internal parts." They were not helpful at all and worse yet, did not seem to care. I don't think they do, at least not the people I could get in contact with.

We like out CoffeeTeam better than we like the company.

Capresso, very disappointing to deal with.

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The Capresso CoffeeTeam GS is a fully programmable 10-Cup Coffee Maker/Conical Burr Grinder Combination. Professional, solid-steel conical burrs have 5 grinder settings from coarse to fine for adjustable coffee strength. The slow burr grinding imparts minimal heat, preserving more aroma and flavor. There is a 6-ounce capacity bean container and a see-through window that allows you to check that ground coffee flows smoothly into the filter holder. There is a detachable see-through cover for easy cleaning of the grinder channel. The Digital Control Panel has an easy to read illuminated LCD display, Programmable Clock/Timer, 5 programmable brew amounts for 2-10 cups, and 3 programmable coffee strength settings; mild, medium and strong. There are 2 Mode settings: Grind/Brew - for grinding programmed amount of whole beans directly into the Gold Tone Filter, then automatically starts the brew process and Brew - push the filter release button to open the swing out filter holder, add ground coffee without using the grinder. Charcoal water filtration removes up to 82% of chlorine and other impurities from tap water. The filter holder and one charcoal filter are included. Features: 2-hour safety shut-off, Drip Stop and Stop-and-Serve. Nonstick coated warming plate. 900 watts, 200-degree brew temperature. Black with stainless steel accents.
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Jura-Capresso 13299 Impressa Z6 Automatic Coffee and Espresso Center Review

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(More customer reviews)I recently purchased the new Z6 after seeing one at William's Sonoma around Christmas.I resisted the temptation to purchase until a friend of mine called and told me he found one under the Christmas tree!We both purchased the Capresso 1500 about 3 years ago and thought those were the "Cat's Meow".Now fast forward to 2007 and the Z6 is here as the super automatic on steroids.

After unpacking I sat down and watched the included DVD twice.Once with my wife and once alone as I set up the machine.After you get through the initial setup and programming the machine is very easy to operate and maintain.Making a coffee drink is as simple as pushing one of 8 drink buttons on the front panel. I like the idea of the thermal milk storage tank but it's recommended that you don't store milk in it after use.I find this a little inconvenient to have to pour the milk into another container.With my previous C1500 I just put the plastic milk jug in the refrigerator and used it the next day.

I bought this unit to replace my C1500 for two major reasons. The first was my C1500 struggled to make a really hot coffee drink.I found myself drinking the beverage too quickly to avoid it getting cold or putting it into the microwave to heat it back up.The Z6 makes a hotter beverage that is much improved but still could be a few degrees hotter in my opinion.The second reason I purchased the Z6 was to get a bigger cup under the spouts.The C1500 was limited in what size cup I could place under the spouts and the Z6 allows me to put virtually any reasonable sized cup under the spout.

The Z6 is a beautiful piece to look at sitting on your counter and will be the envy of many a guest.However it has a chrome finish which appears durable but I would caution you to take extra precautions not to scratch the finish as it would be permanent.I place a paper towel on the lower tray when using ceramic type mugs to avoid scratching.

Update on 05/26/2008

I would like to say that the Z6 has been performing flawlessly for the past year and a half.As long as you perform the routine maintenance the Z6 will provide many years of trouble-free performance.I've also been putting the thermal milk container in the refrigerator with milk in it with no issues.

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The Jura-Capresso Impressa Z6 Automatic Coffee and Espresso Center gleams with a high-polish chrome plated metal front housing, a unique mirror LED display and a hand-polished zinc die-cast oversized tray.A coffee lover's dream, the Impressa Z6 has professional technology and one-touch cappuccino system. Beans are ground, and fresh, cold milk transforms into hot, frothed milk and pours into your cup. With high pressure, hot water is forced through the perfectly ground and tamped coffee. Now espresso flows through the thick layer of milk froth: pick up your perfect cappuccino and enjoy. In the meantime the used coffee grounds are discarded and you can immediately start dreaming about another cappuccino, latte, espresso, or any other hot large cup of crema coffee.

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Saeco S-TG-ST Talea Giro Super Automatic Espresso Machine Review

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(More customer reviews)Seems expensive, but please add up your Starbucks expenditures for the past year and then buy this with no hesitation!

Many espresso purists turn their noses up at superauto machines, but as someone who has owned a high-end non-auto machine, this Saeco will reliably produce a high-quality espresso shot with virtually no effort!With my manual machines the shots would vary in quality, and while at times I could produce a better shot on my own, it would require a lot of effort.This superauto produces espresso that is 100% reliably better than most but not all of the shots I could produce manually, and it does so with almost no effort on my part (add water, beans, empty dreg drawer, that's about it).

Oh, and definitely get the [optional] Milk Island, which produces a phenomenal microfoam, to the point that you can do some basic latte art with it; again not better than some I could produce manually, but consistently better than most I produce manually, and with no work at all!

This machine looks great, heats up INSTANTANEOUSLY (that's right, no waiting at all for a boiler to heat up), is fairly quiet (thanks to ceramic grinder), and produces espresso that is superior to anything you could ever get a Starbucks.

I also looked at just about every other superauto in the $500 to $1,500 price range, and in fact tried a number of them out in person.This particular unit was my favorite by a wide margin!

BUY THIS AND THE OPTIONAL MILK ISLAND AND NEVER GO TO STARBUCKS AGAIN!I'm serious.

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The Talea Giro offers all the convenience of a super automatic espresso machine, and is milk island capable ( milk island sells separately) which offers more options for frothing and steaming milk for cappuccinos and lattes. The Milk Island is a unique Saeco development for all Talea models. In fact, it is the key function for all milk frothing connoisseurs. Whether you prefer espresso macchiato, cappuccino, latte macchiato or any other speciality, the preparation of creamy foam takes just a matter of seconds. The Milk Island is available in glass with a total capacity of 13.5 ounces or 1.7 cups.The Talea Giro has a built in ceramic grinder that puts an end to grinding with metal components.Ceramic is inert and won't react to the coffee or alter its flavor.The ceramic grinder provides a more even grind, allowing for perfect dosing and blending and is also much quieter about performing its duties than stainless steel grinders. The Talea Giro takes care of the grinding, dosing, tamping and brewing, but allows for personal taste in the programming of coffee size, strength and temperature. The Talea Giro offers the patented technology of the Saeco Brew System--turn the dial either right or left and change the strength and consistency of your coffee by either increasing or decreasing the water pressure as it moves through the grounds.Saeco Opti-dose has an adjustable 7 - 10.5 gram doser regulating the amount of beans to grind per serving.Talea Giro includes an adjustable built-in ceramic disc grinder, automatic cup warming surface that holds up to 6 espresso cups, a stainless steel pannarello attachment for steaming milk and dispensing hot water,a removable 57 ounce water tank, manual drip tray that you can move up or down to adjust to any size cup, sliding wheels on the base of machine for convenient rotation and rapid steam technology---no waiting between frothing milk with pannarello attachment and brewing espresso.

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Krups 12 Cup Coffee Maker - Black Review

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(More customer reviews)Krups seems to be hit-and-miss in terms of their design these days, however after years of my family swearing by the brand, it was the first one to come to mind when replacing my rinky-dink old Mr. Coffee machine...

First, the pros:
- Fantastic coffee comes out of this little bugger so long as you keep it clean...Rinse the basket and carafe after every use, and leave the water tank lid open to let it dry out between uses.
- The 1 to 3 cup feature is definitely nice when brewing smaller batches.Not quite sure how it works (I guess it regulates the percolation process to get the most out of the grinds), but it does make a noticeable difference in small batches.
- It has a built-in water filter.
- Not a bad looking device.

Now, the cons:
- The designers of the electronics must have had their fair share of recreational drug abuse, as it is by far the most counter-intuitive button arrangement and programming process I have *EVER* encountered (and I'm a Unix admin).At long last I know how to set the clock and the wake-up setting without referring to the manual...Unfortunately, each time the power goes out, I still have to refer to the manual to figure out how to turn off the obnoxious "I'm done!" beeping alert once the brewing process is complete.It's a friggin' coffee maker, Krups!There's a very consistent amount of time that must elapse for the brewing process to complete (hell, just look and listen for continued percolation).If you need to be alerted, well, I think you have more serious issues at hand.
- The water gauge was a cool idea, but poorly implemented.After brewing a dozen or so pots of coffee you'll eventually figure out how to pour the water in to prevent bubbles from showing up in the gauge (thus completely undermining its efficacy).My trick?Pour into the back-right corner of the tank at a medium pace.
- Replacement water filters are not cheap, nor able to be found locally.This raises further concerns regarding the continued availability of said filters in the future.

All in all, there's a good chance your money could be spent better elsewhere.These gripes aside, I'm overall quite happy with it as it does actually turn on and brew when you hit the power button (thereby negating the electronics complaint).I have yet to change my filter some 300+ pots of coffee in, and it's still running strong.No leaks, no BS.

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Featuring an appealing and distinctive design combined with a powerful, fully programmable brewing system, this Krups coffee maker results in optimal coffee flavor. The 60 ounce water tank has a magnified water level indicator for high visibility. A built-in water filtration system removes chlorine and lime scale. Operating on 1100 watts for fast, efficient brewing, this unit features a 12 cup glass carafe with sleek easy-pour ergonomic handle and no-drip spout.
The filter holder swings out with a soft ejection motion. An adjustable time heating plate can be set from one to five hours, and an aroma switch fully extracts flavor from small quantities of coffee. A pause and serve feature allows interruption anytime during the brew cycle to remove the carafe, and an electronic descaling indicator measures brew time and calculates when descaling is necessary. A bright blue illuminated LED control panel allows for high visibility and ease of use, and an audible signal lets you know when brewing is complete.

Electronic descaling indicator
Programming timer/auto on sets the start time each day
Easy-pour 12 cup glass carafe with no-drip spout
Ergonomic handle design
Pause-to-serve feature
Aroma switch
High visibility blue-illuminated LED control panel for ease of use
Audible signal when done brewing
Adjustable time heating plate from 1 to 5 hours
Magnified water level indicator for high visibility
Built-in water filtration system to remove chlorine and lime scale
Soft eject filter holder

Manufacturer:Krups
Model:FME2-BLACK
Color:Black
Material:Plastic housing;glass jar
Size / Capacity:12 cup
Width:10 1/2 inches
Depth:8 1/2 inches
Height:13 3/4
Volts / Watts:1100 watts
Programmable:Yes

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Remanufactured Cuisinart CBC-00FR Brew-Central Programmable 12-Cup Coffeemaker Review

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(More customer reviews)I was so excited to buy this coffee pot after reading the wonderful reviews.I bought the refurbished one to save $$...and less than a year later, it hasn't been working the greatest.The drip got clogged and would take sometimes 2 hours to brew a pot (a little vinegar cleared that up) - but the carafe leaks.A huge pet peave - when you pour coffee and it dribbles on the counter.That is why I spent more money on one of these, to avoid the dripage - but, here we are again dealing with it.I am overall happy with the pot, I just wish I would have bought a new one instead of a refurbished one (no warranty on mine, a year with a new one).

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With an elegant design, this 12-cup automatic coffeemaker provides advanced brewing technology and an array of useful features. The unit's 24-hour programmable timer allows for brewing "wake-up" coffee, while its automatic shut-off function can be set up to four hours in advance. Easily brew smaller amounts of coffee without any loss of flavor thanks to the coffeemaker's 1-to-4-cup setting, and its 12-cup carafe ensures graceful pouring with its ergonomic handle, knuckle guard, and dripless spout. In addition, removing the carafe from the warming plate pauses the brewing process and allows for a quick pour. Other handy features include a clock, adjustable keep-warm temperature control, a swing-out basket for convenient cleaning, a charcoal water filter, and cord storage. An instruction book and a paper coffee-filter starter kit come included. The coffeemaker measures approximately 14-1/4 by 8 by 10-3/4 inches and carries a three-year limited warranty.
Editor's note: This is a reconditioned small appliance. Reconditioned generally means that the appliance has been returned to the manufacturer, who returns the appliance to like-new condition. Some appliances may contain cosmetic blemishes.

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Black & Decker DCM7 Cup-at-a-Time Personal 12-Ounce Coffeemaker, White Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought one of these for my mother for Christmas. Years ago I had gotten her a Black&Decker cup-at-a-time coffeemaker and it finally gave up last year. The only cup-at-a-time coffeemaker at a reasonable price I could find locally was by Toastess. The Toastess paled in comparison to the Black&Decker, not only in build quality but in ease of use. My mother suffers from a neurological disorder which makes it difficult to coordinate the use of her hands; she is okay with general tasks, but nothing which requires fine manipulation. This Black&Decker coffeemaker, like the model before, is easy to use. The power switch is on the front and a little larger than several coffeemakers switches; you just have to push down on it. There is nothing to move out of the way when filling the reservoir; just lift the lid. The reservoir is also a little wider than the Toastess making it easier to fill. Of course, one of the safety features, which the Toastess model also lacks, is the automatic shut-off. When it is finished making a cup of coffee, and it is fast, it just shuts off, which is great for someone who keeps forgetting to turn off their coffeemaker. The only issue I can see that someone may have, and niggling at that, is that this unit cannot hold tall coffee mugs. All of my mother's coffee mugs fit, which is a lesser concern for me, however, than its ease of use and safety, at which this Black&Decker excels.--Bob

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Product Description:
Great for at home, in a dorm, or at the office, this compact cup-at-a-time coffeemaker brews fresh, hot coffee directly into any 5- to 12-ounce mug. To use, simply pour a mug full of cold tap water into the water reservoir, insert the permanent filter into the filter basket, add a measured amount of coffee grounds, place the mug or cup on the mug/cup rest, and push "start". An "on" indicator light will illuminate until brewing has completed. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee quickly and easily any time of day. The handy appliance can also be used to make hot water for tea, hot chocolate, or instant foods like oatmeal or soup. In addition to its simple, straightforward design, the appliance provides automatic shut-off for safety and peace of mind. The filter basket and permanent filter clean up easily by hand or in the dishwasher, and the base of the unit wipes clean with a damp cloth. The 800-watt coffeemaker measures approximately 6-1/5 by 7 by 9-1/5 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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DeLonghi BCO70 Caffe Nabucco Espresso, Cappuccino, and Coffee Bar Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a good value for the price.It's fast, convenient
and makes great coffee/espresso.We particularly like the
built in milk steamer.We also like having the ability to
make coffee and espresso at the same time with one machine.
The only criticism is that it has no automatic shut-off.
We bought an appliance timer to cover that deficiency.
That was the only point that kept us from rating it 5 stars.

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Product Description:
Why have two separate machines when you can make coffee and espresso at the same time? You set the brew strength and size, the machine does the rest. You can even pour yourself a cup before it finishes brewing with the handy Pause 'N' Serve feature. Ten-cup carafe. One-year warranty. Model BCO70.

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Cuisinart DGB500BK Grind and Brew Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been using this coffeemaker daily for about 9 months.I'm not completely satisfied with it.

The positive:It does what it's supposed to do, most of the time.

Cons:

- It's a real pain to clean.There are six parts to clean after every pot of coffee.The worst is the two-piece grinder assembly.Due to the complete absence of venting and valving, by the end of the brew the entire grinder assembly is soaking wet from condensed water vapor.This means it is coated with a fine mud of pulverized coffee.The grinder assembly has plenty of annoying nooks and crannies; cleaning it means standing there with a few paper towels, jamming them into the crevices to get the old coffee out.After that, you have to clean the filter holder, the filter holder lid, the pot itself, and the pot lid.The pot lid is annoying, requiring two hands to remove - I usually drop it once a day or so.

- Fit and finish.Once you've passed the plastic parts through the dishwasher once, they never fit quite right again.About once a month, the filter holder pops out during brewing, spilling hot coffee all over my kitchen counter and floor; the cleanup from this invariably scatters wet grounds everywhere.

- The machine ships with one tiny charcoal filter.Once it's done, where do you get another one?I don't bother; I just use Brita-filtered water to begin with.

- The hot water jets out onto one spot, drilling a hole in the grounds, and then quickly fills up the flat-bottomed filter holder, floating the grounds and making a soup which then slowly drains.This isn't the optimal way to extract coffee.

Bottom line - it does what it's supposed to, most of the time.Bad design, however, shows itself in the areas of cleaning, brewing, and operation (including occasional kitchen disasters.)I'm in the market for a different unit.

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Product Description:
You would expect nothing less than a fabulous cup of coffee from this trend-setting machine. From its Italian styling to its roster of desirable features, Cuisinart has designed a winner. The freshest and most flavorful coffee possible is assured by its charcoal water filtration system, its programmable operation, and its bean-grinding mechanism.

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