Hamilton Beach 47214 12-Cup BrewStation, Black

... This coffee pot makes a quick cup of coffee and it comes out hot. I love the convenience of having a dispenser. My problem is that it doesn't seem to matter what my ratio of coffee to water is, it always seems to come out weak. I've tried different coffees, loading up on grounds...nothing seems to make a difference. Today I put 2 cups of water and 4.5 tablespoons of dark roast coffee grounds and I got watery coffee. ...
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Cuisinart DGB500BK Grind and Brew, Black

... The Cuisinart Grind and Brew....Contrary, to the lame reviews that the 1 and 2 star people have given to this coffee maker, I have found this maker to brew the best and Hottest cup of coffee I have ever had out of a home coffee maker. Yes, great taste, that we couldn't get out of our past Mr. Coffee's. Yes, you have to clean it and there are a few hidden spots that you have to find at first. BIG friggin deal!! After cleaning it a couple times, it takes 2 minutes max to get the job done and ready for the next cup of coffee. There has never been an issue with cleaning the coffee filter area as others seem to have had a problem with. The thing just works GREAT!! We're using it in a work environment. This means that it's used at least 3 or 4 times a day. While there are people at my office that look at it and look like confused Scooby Doo's, these are the same as the 1 or 2 star people....They just give up if they have to do anything out of the ordinary in life.

So, don't be afraid to buy this great Cuisinart Coffee Maker! You won't be disappointed...It's so consistent from use to use as well. GO FOR IT! ...
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Bosch TAS4513UC Tassimo Single Serve Coffee Brewer, Glamour Red

... This is our first experience with a Tassimo coffee maker and we're delighted - almost feel as though we've emerged from the Stone Age to the 21st century!

We're very much of the "if it ain't broke don't fix it" thought, so we felt no need for a new coffee maker. But, curiosity and favorable reports got the best of us and we now have this Bosch. What a treat!

The printed directions accompanied by illustrations are easy to follow. The booklet holds directions in several languages as well as Troubleshooting pages. (To date, we've had no trouble - only great coffee). The cleaning process is simple and quick, and the piercing unit is easily rinsed under running water.

So far, our favorite T-discs are the Starbucks Caffe Verona and the Carte Noir Breakfast Blend. Life is good but better with this Bosch!

Recommended!

- Gail Cooke ...
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Nescafe KP210250 Dolce Gusto Single-Serve Coffee Machine, Creme

... After owning two similar types of machines with the same concept as this one, and countless coffee makers over the years my search of futility is done.
Nescafe has hit a Grand Slam with this machine. Ranging from the ease of use, speed of heating up cold water, pod insertion/extraction and taste of all of the available flavors and types of pods their is not a competitor around. I have purchased this machine for gifts for others and have been complimented numerous times by all the receipiants.

Thank you Nescafe Dolce Gusto! ...
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Saeco TDCM-GL Renaissance 10-Cup Digital Coffee Maker with Glass Carafe

... I know I'm not alone with a quest for a decent coffee maker. I think I've finally found it. This Saeco machine delivers great, hot coffee, as well as easy programming. A bit more pricey than others but well worth the investment! ...
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Toastmaster TCM10PW 10-Cup Automatic Coffee Maker

... This is a basic coffee maker. Unfortunately, you really must use the mesh filter that comes with the appliance. Using paper cone filters for more than 4 cups of coffee will lead to clogging in the water drip container and cause the water to overflow and make a mess. If cheap is what you want in a coffee maker then, this is it. You definitely get what you pay for with this product. ...
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BUNN BX-B Classic 10-Cup Home Coffee Brewer, Black

... I Love my Bunn!! This is the second one that I have owned. I would never own any other coffee pot.It's the best!!!The first Bunn that I had lasted for over 10 years. And one of the best things is the taste! There just is nothing like it. Another thing, The company stands by its product. If you have an issue, just contact them and they will make sure that you get the parts needed to fix your pot. Trust me, this is the BEST coffee you will ever drink when made from your very own bunn. ...
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Cloer 5055759 Coffee Maker

... We've had this coffeemaker for several weeks. In the beginning, we were thrilled with it - the coffee tasted so much better than from the previous basket-style coffeemaker we had, and it's really nice to look at. Now, however, it's developed a habit of dripping the coffee next to - instead of into - the coffee pot. So rather than waking up to a nice hot cup of coffee, we get treated to a cleaning session in the morning. Today my husband and I decided to give up and use the old machine until we can get a replacement or a new machine altogether, since we both made sure last night the pot was placed properly and it still flooded the counter. It's too bad, because when it did work, it was great. We'll see how the warranty pans out. (May update the review later.)
October 7, 2008: We figured out what's wrong with it. The lid's the culprit. If you make sure there're no coffee grounds clogging the lid, it'll work fine.
About its features: It's a sleek-looking yet pretty simple coffeemaker. Apart from the timer function, there are no settings you can adjust (brew strength, small pot or anything). But the coffee it produces is great, and it doesn't take too long to brew, either. I wouldn't buy it again, though. Too fiddly.
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Hamilton Beach 40616 Stainless-Steel 12-Cup Electric Percolator

... This Hamilton Beach Percolator is the way to go. The coffee is wonderful. It tastes like restaurant coffee. It brews very quickly, and it is nice and hot when done. There is no way for hard water minerals to build up in this coffee pot, which was our problem with the drip brands. I will keep buying this item as long as it is available. ...
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Chemex Mini Filter Paper

... Using these paper filters beats any other way of making coffee. The paper removes some of the bitter parts of the flavor, but allows the full flavor of the particular bean to come through.

I grind my beans just before brewing with a cheap smasher type blade grinder. Coffee snobs may be horrified, but the Chemex filters make the grinder type seem irrelevant to the resulting brew.

Get the half-moon unfolded filters and fold your own. It is part of the ritual. ...
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Saeco 00347 Aroma Espresso Machine, Black

... I researched espresso machines for a long time before finally settling on the Aroma SS Redesign (round push buttons instead of toggle switches). Probably like you, I have a long history of buying expensive gadgets, only to quickly grow bored with them. Well, I bought the machine in late February and have used it nearly every day since.

I used to love Dunkin Donuts coffee! But, I could never replicate it at home. Well, I can make lattes now- and they're better than $tarbuck$. It wasn't hard to learn, either. It takes me about 15 mins to make the espresso, froth two servings of milk and clean the machine. My Saeco Aroma has already paid for itself. If you get a tamper, cleaning the machine is much easier (the coffee doesn't get up in it). But cleaning it still stinks.

I think this is a very good entry level machine. The SS version is well made. It is very easy to use. There were some accessories missing that you'll need/ will make your life easier:
1. A frothing pitcher and thermometer. I bought a combo kit with a SS pitcher from C&B for $15ish.
2. A 53mm tamper. The 53 mm one fits perfectly in the portafilter. I bought an aluminum one from Rattleware on Amazon for $20. It really makes things easier.
Rattleware 53-Milimeter Aluminum Tamper
3. Brewing pitcher. Saeco doesn't give you anything to really brew the espresso in. I bought two 5 oz brewing pitchers, again from Rattleware on Amazon. They make things easier as well.
Rattleware 5-Ounce Brew Pitcher
4. Coffee. I like Lavazza- it has a little bite. My GF likes Illy some and d'Aquino more (available online and from Trader Giotto's!). I don't think you need an espresso grinder.

By the way, you can get the SS version of the Aroma for $279 at Co$tco. That was the best deal I could find.

I love my Saeco Aroma. I now look forward to waking up in the morning so that I can enjoy a latte... and I'm not a morning person! GF loves it, too! I joke with her that the only reason she stays with me is for the lattes. If you have $300 to spend on a very good entry level espresso machine (or if your GF is threatening to leave you), you could do a lot worse than this one. Consider yourself warned: you won't be able to drink the swill at $tarbuck$ and you may develop a latte "problem!"

Disclaimer: this is my first review and I have no ties to Saeco or anyone else in the industry. ...
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Chemex 1-3 Cup Coffee Maker with Handle

... I agree with everything the former reviewer stated in connection with this Chemex. I only wish that Amazon also carried the larger size--I believe it is 3 to 6 cups, which is even better for the morning coffee I make for myself.

And, as the former reviewer noted, it is a beautiful shape--an esthetic pleaure. ...
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Mr. Coffee Cocomotion Hot Chocolate Maker

... Great product. When others see it they want to know where they can get one. We liked it so much we even bought one to use at the cabin. ...
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Elite Cuisine EC900 4 Cup Automatic Tea and Coffee Percolator

... I bought this for my mom and she loved it. But it only lasted about a year. It is much smaller than I thought it would be, but it worked well for a while. ...
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Jura-Capresso 13179 Impressa S7 Automatic Coffee Center

... My husband and I researched espresso machines extensively prior to purchasing the Impressa S7 and while we noted some complaints with the Capresso machines and additional complaints about the customer service department we chose to order the S7 based on the greater consistancy of positive reviews for this model and the features that the model offers. After making the decision and ordering the machine through Amazon we were incredibly excited to receive it. We simply couldn't wait to brew our first cup of espresso. Unfortunately, we are still waiting.
Our first machine arrived with a damaged frother spout and switch. After returning the machine to Capresso our second machine arrived and would not start due to a faulty electrical system. We are now waiting for our third machine to arrive - hopefully, the third time will be the charm!
While we understand that these situations occur with electical appliances arriving via a delivery service my real issue is with Capresso's "customer service". Never have we been treated with such arrogance, rudeness, and disdain as we have been treated by Capresso's customer service department. This has been the most difficult and unpleasant purchasing experience we have ever endured.
While we hope this is an exteme rather than a typical experience with this company both the fact that the machines have not worked and that the customer service department of the manufacturer was incapable of handling simple customer relations and questions lead me to recommend that buyers look to another manufacturer before purchasing a product by Jura-Compresso. If you do decide to purchase a Capresso product, as much as we like the convenience of Amazon, we would highly recommend purchasing their products from a bricks and mortar retailer and checking the machine in the store prior to taking it home. ...
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DeLonghi DCM900 10-Cup Coffee Maker

... 10/28/2007

I do like this coffee maker alot. I have been a multiple Krups owner. The last coffee maker I owned was a DeLonghi which was bought at Target. It had more options and was less money. I don't think it lasted even a year before it started to turn off before the pot of coffee was done brewing, or would not turn itself off after 2 hours. I wanted to buy The DCM900 before I had bought the one from Target but could not get myself to spent the extra dough to get it. The one from Target was 50$ and became a fire hazard I thought. So after looking back at the DCM900 on Amazon I found one in my price range. Yeah it is alot of money for a coffee maker that is not loaded with tons of options, but the style and performance are great. It is kind of kool when people come by and they say wow nice coffee maker. No I can't program it to make my coffee before I wake up, and it does not grind my beans for me, but how many people are willing to to say to themselves am I crazy for paying that much for a coffee maker and do it?

Mark L ...
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Copco Black Percolator

... I was very disappointed with this percolator. Firstly, the metal on the bottom was warped, so when it sat on the stove, it wabbled back and forth and made an annoying sound. I had to take a hammer to lightly tap it out so that it sat level on the stove. Secondly, after one week, the black paint started to chip off and I kept finding pieces of it flaked off into the bottom of the percolator. Thirdly, the coffee had to be boiled for 20-30 minutes before the color resembled the shade of coffee. At that point, the coffee smelled burnt. Week 3 I purchased an auto drip coffee maker to replace the percolator and tossed it in the trash. I do not recommend this product. It was barely worth the purchase price. ...
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BUNN VPR Commercial 12-Cup Pour-Over Coffee Brewer, with 2 Warmers

... I love this machine.I see it in the restarants and the coffee is always excellent.Bought this one and love how fast it makes the coffee.I would invest the money and this place seem to have the cheapest price. ...
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Mr. Coffee ECMP50 Espresso/ Cappuccino Maker

... Don't get me wrong - I love Mr Coffee pump espresso makers. I've had 2 ECMP10's and an ECMP40 - all wonderful and long-lived. I have had this for 2 weeks and it broke this morning - I turned it on to warm it up and water came gushing out from the inside. Time to find a different brand. ...
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DeLonghi EN680.M Nespresso Lattissima Single-Serve Espresso Maker, Metal

... LOVE LOVE LOVE this machine!!!!!!!! We bought this machine because we wanted the ease of not messing with foaming the milk. It makes the most delicious latte, cappuccino, expresso!!!!! The coffee capsules are delicious! We haven't had a bad one yet. My only suggestion would be to get your cups hot with hot water before filling with your desired beverage! Very easy to use, but there are a few days of getting the perfect hang of it. Don't forget to get a little shaker for cinnamon or cocoa!! This is an addicting little machine. Oh, I have heard people complain about the little capsules not being recycleable, I just pop them in the sink and use a spoon to pull back the foil top and rinse them out and put them in the recyling bin...You won't be dissappointed this is an awesome little machine...We are packing ours up to take to FLORIDA this week with us...I don't know if I can live without it!!! ...
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Cuisinart PRC-12 Classic 12-Cup Stainless-Steel Percolator

... We bought this because Mr. Coffee wasn't hot enough. Not much difference with this new coffee maker, though higher price. High maintance to keep pretty chrome wiped clean after each use. ...
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Applica/Black & Decker JKC650 Stainless Steel Electric Kettle

... Actually 13 months. I picked up my kettle this morning and realized that there was corrosion where the plastic base meets the metal body on the outside. When I look inside I see discoloration to a greater or lesser extent all the way round the base - clearly this kettle is corroding from the inside out on a previously invisible seam. I had the previous version of this kettle and it lasted me several years before the base gave up the ghost but it never corroded in this way.

So good points: it does boil water fast.

Bad point (and the reason I won't be buying another one) - surely a kettle that is so poorly manufactured that water can seep through a seam and eventually leak is potentially a hazard? And there is no way to tell if "your" version of this kettle will be any better - you cannot see this seam inside until corrosion sets in. ...
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Kalorik USKTKM2 10 Cup Programamable Coffee Maker

... Started working intermittently and then quit in the first month. Stainless carafe was chinese junk!
Called the seller and told them of the problem and they did NOTHING!!!!! ...
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Krups 467-42 10-Cup Crystal Arome Time Coffee Maker, Black

... This is a wonderful coffee maker. I wish it was still on the market. It is so ergonomical the way the coffee carafe fits into the coffeemaker surrounding and protecting it. It is also an attractive, streamlined, tidy package. It is not a big square, akward, industrial, bulky looking coffeemaker, which is allot of what is on the market now. If you do not like stainless steel today, you are out of luck. The clock could have been easier to read. It uses the #4 coffee filter papers. The watertube level is easy to read. Pouring water into it is not difficult. A very nice coffeemaker indeed! ...
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Senseo HD7991 T-Pod Holder for Deluxe & Supreme Senseo Gourmet Coffee Machines

... This tea pod holder was purchased as a gift to go with a Supreme Senseo Gourmet Coffee Machine. Unfortunately the holder does not fit the machine and it is impossible to close the lid with the holder inserted. I have one of these machines and a tea pod holder myself, and can see that the holder is made differently. What gives? ...
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Jerdon First Class CM410WD 4 Cup Coffee Maker, White

... I bought this coffee maker as a gift for an older person. She really likes the coffee maker. It is very easy to use and it makes a great cup of coffee. Very good choice! ...
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