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5/14/2012

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

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

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

Hamilton Beach 47686 Brewstation Plus Coffeemaker
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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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5/13/2012

Brew Express Self-Filling Built In Coffee Maker Review

Brew Express Self-Filling Built In Coffee Maker
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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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5/10/2012

Mr. Coffee ISX43 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker Review

Mr. Coffee ISX43 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker
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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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5/06/2012

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

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

Capresso 46405 464.05 Coffeeteam Gs 10-cup Digital Coffeemaker With Conical Burr Grinder Plus Two Coffee Mugs
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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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4/29/2012

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

Black & Decker DCM7 Cup-at-a-Time Personal 12-Ounce Coffeemaker, White
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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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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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4/28/2012

Mr. Coffee JHX33 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker with eLume Touch-Screen Technology Review

Mr. Coffee JHX33 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker with eLume Touch-Screen Technology
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I have been using Mr. Coffee coffeemakers for years, and although they have generally been reliable and customer service has been helpful when needed, I found myself with a new kitchen arrangement and needed a coffeemaker that allows one to put the coffee grounds and the water in from the side, rather than lifting a lid from front to back, as almost all coffeemakers do.This maker has a lid on the left for the coffee and another one on the right for the water.I find it to be a perfect arrangement.There is also a control to change the quality of the coffee from regular to stronger and the like, but for the most part it just makes the same good coffee Mr. Coffee always produces.At the same time, although one can grow weary of the fact that Mr. Coffee seems to invent a new carafe for every maker, this new one, with a plastic top, seems to eliminate the problems of dripping that I've had so often with Mr. Coffee products in the past:it pours cleanly every time.The touchscreen business is nice looking and fancy, but that is secondary to me.If anything, I worry most about the touchscreen holding up over time.But the maker looks good, it brews fine coffee, it has side openings for the coffee grounds and water, and the carafe seems finally to have solved the problems with dripping that also seemed to accompany earlier products.It's a bit more expensive than most Mr. Coffee products, but it's well worth it.

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With its sleek, stylish design, this 12-cup coffeemaker not only looks great on the counter, but it also provides an array of convenient features. Enjoy easy reading and programming thanks to its unique, digital eLume touch-screen control panel, which offers "brew now", "delay brew", "brew strength", "clean", and other options for simple operation and maintenance. Even more, the control panel goes dark for a hidden effect when not in use, adding to its sophisticated appearance. To brew, simply add ground coffee to the removable filter insert, which lifts out of the brew basket for easy filling and cleaning; pour a measured amount of water into the water tank, replace the carafe, and make a selection. The included 12-cup carafe provides measuring marks up the side, a generous stay-cool handle, and a drip-free spout for graceful serving. Removing the carafe from the machine midbrew pauses the flow of coffee and allows for pouring a quick cup, and after a two-hour keep-warm mode, the unit shuts off automatically for safety and peace of mind. Housed in durable, black plastic with gleaming chrome accents, the coffeemaker measures 7-1/5 by 11-1/2 by 13-1/2 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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4/26/2012

Cuisinart DGB500BK Grind and Brew Review

Cuisinart DGB500BK Grind and Brew
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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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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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4/25/2012

Cuisinart Brew Central 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker DCC-1200C Review

Cuisinart Brew Central 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker DCC-1200C
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I own the older version of this coffee maker and in white. This is the best and most reliable coffee maker I have ever had. The charcoal filters make the water taste better and I really like the 1-4 cup setting when I just want to have a few cups at one time. There is also a carafe heat setting which is very nice - I have tried the Keurig coffee maker and it doesn't heat the water enough, I like hot coffee and it keeps it warm to hot (depending on how you set it) for over an hour and then turns off automatically. I would highly recommend this coffee maker. In fact, I am going to upgrade to the stainless since that's what is in my kitchen and I am in need of a new glass carafe. Awesome product!

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The Cuisinart Brew Central Coffeemaker makes a bold statement with a brushed stainless steel finish and an elegant tech-industrial design. Programmable from start to finish, with a variable heater plate for temperature control, it's the ideal coffeemaker for today's demanding consumer. It even tells you when it's time to decalcify. Cuisinart quality, performance and convenience - in state-of-the-art packaging!Features: - 12-cup carafe with ergonomic handle, dripless spout and knuckle guard - Brew Pause feature lets you enjoy a cup of coffee before brewing has finished - Adjustable keep-warm temperature control- 24-hour brew programming -Programmable automatic shutoff 0-4 hours - 1 to 4-cup feature - Cord storage - Charcoal water filter (removes impurities) - Gold tone filter and measuring scoop- 4 paper coffee starter kit- Limited 3-year warranty 60 oz capacity14.25 inches h. x 10.75 inches w. x 8 inches d.

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4/24/2012

Cuisinart Coffee Maker & Grinder - Thermal Carafe - Stainless steel Review

Cuisinart Coffee Maker & Grinder - Thermal Carafe - Stainless steel
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You might be tempted, Cuisinart typically makes great products.But, unless you actualy ENJOY cleaning your coffee maker for an hour every time you make coffee, and unless you LIKE having coffee grounds floating around in large quantities in your cup, this is NOT the machine you want.

In fact, it's so bad that after about 4 brewing cycles, you'll pack the stupid thing up and give it to some poor, unsuspecting friend or family member, who, after about 4 brewing cycles, will realize why you gave it to them. Then they'll cuss you, and pass the coffee maker off to some other poor sap. Eventually the damn thing will make the rounds and get re-gifted back to you, and you'll be exactly where you started.

So, to save yourself, your friends, and your family a whole lot of time and heartache playing hot-potato with this stupid machine, take my advice... PICK OUT A DIFFERENT COFFEE MAKER!!!!!

By the way, every time you make coffee, you will swear the machine is going to explode. It makes the most violent, disturbing sounds I've ever heard come out of a healthy piece of kitchen equipment. Seriously. Horror-movie quality sound effects...
NOTE: this is a true story, up to and including the re-gifting part... when I got the damn thing offered back to me, I had to post this review. CAVEAT EMPTOR! (or TEMPUS FUGIT or QUID PRO QUO or some other goofy Latin phrase))

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A unique way to pamper the coffee lover. The 10 cup automatic grind and brew coffee maker is designed to wake you up with the smell of the freshest, most flavourful coffee imaginable -- the kind you would go to your favourite coffee bar to get. This smart coffeemaker has a built-in grinder that grinds the beans just before brewing (or push the Grind Off button to use with ground coffee). Program the machine with the number of cups you'd like and just enough water will be delivered to extract all of the good flavour and none of the bitterness. The double-wall insulated thermal carafe will keep the coffee hot for hours.A variety of adjustable features makes this the ultimate user-friendly coffee maker. A 24-hour fully programmable timer guarantees delicious, fresh-brewed coffee just when you want it. The handy Brew Pause feature lets you enjoy a cup of coffee before brewing has finished. An automatic shut-off control turns the coffee maker off right after brewing or up to 4 hours later. A "1 - 4 cups" setting provides full flavour when brewing just a few cups. A charcoal water filter removes impurities from the water before brewing. A separate grinder chamber and filter area make for easy cleanup. Includes a permanent gold tone filter.
Size: 10 cups
Color/Pattern: Brushed stainless steel
Materials: Stainless steel
Warranty: 3 years limited
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Farberware FCM12SS 12-Cup Coffeemaker, Stainless/Black Review

Farberware FCM12SS 12-Cup Coffeemaker, Stainless/Black
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Like everyone else, I found the absurdly tiny opening for the water is a royal pain, & certainly drags the rating for this way down. After setting it up, impressed with the features, & price, I couldn't even see where the water should go, and looked to the instructions, which weren't much help. I finally realized, that despite a huge lid, which is only for the filter, the opening for filling was a tiny, narrow slit towards the rear of the unit. This is way too small, and not only must you be a great aim, but it's quite awkward maneuvering the carafe to enable it to fully empty!

I truly cannot believe that someone, or ones, were paid to "design" this model! What were they thinking???

Oh, well, this is the third coffeemaker I've bought recently, the first two were even even worse, so I'm still undecided if I'll return this, or just live with having to be ultra-precise when filling it.....

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Farberware 12-Cup stainless steel coffee maker with 24 hour digital clock with programmable timer. Adjustable brew strength selection. Stainless steel and black.

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4/23/2012

Cuisinart Coffee Maker - Thermal Carafe - 12 cup Review

Cuisinart Coffee Maker - Thermal Carafe - 12 cup
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Pros:
Is not a grind and brew - so no mold issues
Easy to read cup measurements inside water reservoir
filter holder pops right out for east cleaning
Condensation does not drip down back of unit when you open lid!! an issue with most coffee makers
Carafe keeps coffee hot for 4+ hours
Lack of a hot plate means no burned coffee and less fire hazard
Timer easy to set
Consistent cup of coffee

Cons:
Carafe will not poor out all the coffee unless you remove the lid
Carafe lid hard to remove and carafe hard to clean
Small target area at back of coffee maker for reservoir makes refilling a slow process
Digital read-out really hard to read
Setting knob small and hard to turn
Coffee (as it is a drop machine) may not be strong enough for some folks
No confirmation light telling you brew is complete and coffee is ready



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This elegant coffee maker with a thermal carafe and black accents complements any style kitchen. The coffee maker is fully automatic with 24-hour programmability to offer freshly brewed coffee, day or night, and automatically shuts off when brewing is complete. The double-wall stainless steel 12-cup (60 ounce) thermal carafe has a unique lid that locks out air and keeps coffee hot for hours. The Brew Pause feature lets you pour a cup of coffee before brewing has finished, and a 1-4 cup setting allows you to brew only a cup or two without altering the flavour of the brew. A charcoal water filter helps produce great tasting coffee by removing impurities and an indicator light signals when its time to clean the coffee maker. Includes a gold tone permanent filter.

Size: 12 cups
Color/Pattern: Brushed stainless steel/black
Capacity: 12 cups/2.8 litres
Materials: Stainless steel body
Warranty: 3 years limited
NOTE: Cuisinart DCC-2400 Brew Central Thermal 12-cup Coffeemaker

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4/20/2012

12 Cup Brewstation Coffeemaker with Insulated Tank Review

12 Cup Brewstation Coffeemaker with Insulated Tank
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I bought this machine to replace a much cheaper Black & Decker coffee maker that had the worst carafe I've ever used. That thing could not pour coffee without dribbling and spilling and I got tired of the constant mess. This Hamilton Beach machine solves that problem completely. I've been using it diligently for a week now and I am very happy with it. I particularly like the adjustable turn-off time and the adjustable strength feature. It keeps my coffee fresh and hot without burning it and since I am home job hunting, it is getting a work out.

It has just one fault that I have found and that is somebody decided to save 10 cents by leaving off an extra (neccesary) foot of power cord. The cord on this is so short that the machine almost must be pushed undeneath the overhead cabinets to reach the power outlet yet the machine is so tall that you can't open it or fill it without pulling it out to the edge of the counter. That puts the power cable up in the air instead of tucked behind my toaster. One extra foot of power cord would have solved this problem. Other than that, it is a great machine. It is tall but the footprint on the counter is smaller than most coffee makers which is a bonus on my too small countertop.

Highly recommended.

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48463 Features: -Coffeemaker. -Programmable coffeemaker with insulated inner tank. -Adjustable auto shutoff provides customize settings from zero to four hours. -Programmable clock / timer. -One-hand dispensing with no carafe, no pouring or no spills. -Brew bold, regular, small batch or iced coffee. -Capacity: 12 cups. -Manufacturer provides 1 year limited warranty. -16" H x 9.25" W x 12.5" D.

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4/18/2012

Black & Decker CMD3500MBT 8-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker with Thermal Carafe Review

Black & Decker CMD3500MBT 8-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker with Thermal Carafe
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It's difficult trying to research coffee makers to purchase, I realized, after looking at various ones throughout Amazon.A few products had agreement in the quality, but for a lot, the reviews seemed to be all over the place.And the ones that seemed to have really decent reviews were a bit out of the range I wanted to spend on an office coffee pot.Then I discovered this Black & Decker one that had absolutely no reviews, was in the price range I was looking for and had all the extra features (like a thermal carafe) and decided, why not?It's been a good purchase so far.

Reviewing appliances like coffeemakers is a bit outside of my normal purview and most of what I'd write about (the features) are listed above, so I'm going to make this short and sweet.The thermal carafe works wonderfully and we typically brew a pot, bring the carafe into our section and it keeps hot for the morning.The last cup feels as warm as the first, which is nice.It's only an 8 cup carafe, which could be problematic for those looking for a big pot, but it's the perfect fit for us.

One feature not listed is that it uses a charcoal filtration system.This is good and bad.The good is the filtration is a nice feature and it comes with one little charcoal patch, but after reading through the manual, it looks like the only way to order more is to go directly to Black & Decker.I noticed that Amazon has the Black & Decker TWF50 Water Filter Basket & Replacement Filter for sale via some other vendors.It's not the same model number, but the picture looks exactly like the one used in this coffeemaker (minus the color) and the replacement filters will probably fit.Unfortunately, it could become a hassle for those who want to keep up with their filter (which needs to be replaced every 60 brews/2 months).

Looking at the other features, there's a digital clock, with a screen that indicates the coffee is fresh and ready, a mechanism to choose your coffee strength that definitely works as advertised, the ability to "sneak a cup," and the carafe (unlike others we've used) pours perfectly without making a mess.All of this comes in a stylish package complete with blue lights along the side where the water level is read.

This makes for an attractive package that works perfectly and has a lot of additional features.I'd definitely recommend checking it out.

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Program for rich, fresh-brewed coffee anytime. And when you-re ready for a second cup--Keep Warm- plate automatically retains coffee temperature for 2 hours keeping it hot until the end of the pot!

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Black & Decker CM5050 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker Review

Black & Decker CM5050 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker
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The coffee maker itself works great but the carafe is absolutely the worst I have ever had.You need to have a kitchen towel under it or you had better pour your coffee over the sink.I have resorted to using a pitcher to fill the water reservoir instead of the carafe to avoid water all over the place but what do you do once the coffee is made?Anyway--I would not recommend this coffee maker.Definitely a waste of $50.00!!!!

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Program for rich, fresh-brewed coffee anytime. And when you're ready for a second cup Keep Warm plate automatically retains coffee temperature for 2 hours keeping it hot until the end of the pot.

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