West Bend 56710 Performance Series 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker Review

This coffee maker just quit working 3 months after I received it. Could have been a possible fire hazard. It made very weak coffe when it did work. It's got lots of innovative features which drew me to this item. But I'd give it no stars. Don't wast your money.

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Brew from 4 to 12 cups (60 ounces) of great-tasting coffee with this sleek-looking coffeemaker. Ideal for those in a hurry, the appliance brews 50-percent faster than the standard drip-brew coffeemaker, plus its drip-free pause-and-serve function allows for removing the carafe in the middle of the brewing cycle to pour a quick cup. With the carafe out of place, a unique sensor eliminates coffee overflow. The programmable unit allows for waking up to the smell of freshly brewed coffee, plus provides a programmable keep-warm function that maintains an ideal serving temperature from one to five hours. Other highlights include a power indicator light, an external water-level window, a non-stick warming plate, a time-to-clean indicator, and automatic shut-off for peace of mind. A 12-cup dishwasher-safe carafe comes included, offering a generous stay-cool handle and a non-drip spout for graceful serving. The coffeemaker measures 9-1/2 by 7-1/2 by 14 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Proctor Silex 12-Cup Coffeemaker - White (43531) Review

I don't agree with the previous customer. It is certainly not true for my coffee maker of the same model! I have had it for over a year now, using it on average about 2-3 times/ week and it's holding up just fine. Exactly what I expected for that kind of money - no extras, not very sturdy looking, but brewing coffee when I need it to!
I must admit, I broke the carafe about two weeks after I had purchased the coffee maker by accidentally throwing it on the hardwoord floor, and a replacement pot would have been more than the whole new thing. So I ended up buying the same coffee maker twice within a month (luckily it was on sale both times!), but other than that I have no complaints.

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Features and Benefits: Auto pause & serve. Lighted "On" switch. Dual water windows. Dishwasher safe carafe & basket. Nonstick hot plate.

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Hamilton Beach Aroma Express Coffee Maker Review

I'll keep this short and sweet. It started leaking in less than two months. I know it wasn't from being worn out; I only make one pot of coffee per day and some days I don't make any! I'm still searching for a 1-4 cup coffeemaker that is well-made because this one sure didn't impress me!

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Removable swing-away filter basket - for fast filter replacement and easy filling. 2-5 cups. Automatic pause and save - stops brewing and dripping when carafe is removed. Illuminated On switch shows you at a glance is power is on. Easy-fill water resevoir; dishwasher safe cleaning. Non-stick keep-hot plate.

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Hamilton Beach 47686 Coffee Maker, 12 Cup Brewstation Review

The best thing I've done this year has been the purchase of the Hamilton Beach Brewstation model 47686 12 cup coffee maker from Amazon.com. This machine makes wonderful coffee and at a touch of a button you get a good cup of hot coffee. No more worrying about a glass container to hold your coffee on a heated base, this coffeemaker keeps your coffee ready for you in it's reservoir hot and waiting. You don't have to worry about broken pots or spills while pouring. This Brewstation keeps your coffee ready and hot for about two hours. Making coffee is easy. There is a large detachable container to fill with water and empty into the reservoir, the coffee grounds go into another removable holder so you can fill it with out the worry of getting grounds in the coffee reservoir, everything goes together very easily and after pushing the brew button coffee is ready to drink in just a few minutes. The timer works great for setting the Brewstation for a ready morning cup of coffee. The reservoir keeps the coffee fresh and ready for you, no stale coffee taste from this machine only a very good cup of coffee. As an added feature there is a button you can push if you like a little stronger fuller bodied cup of coffee. On a scale of 1 to 10 I would rate this machine a very big 10.

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Brew, store and dispense with this easy-to-use, all-in-one coffee maker. The innovative design eliminates the need for a carafe by keeping the brewed coffee fresh within the appliance. There's never a need to pour or spill; it takes just one hand to dispense piping hot coffee directly in your cup. A programmable timer and clock ensures your morning coffee is always on schedule. One-year warranty.

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Hamilton Beach 10-Cup Brewstation - 47374 Review

After about 3 months the switch started clicking inside when it wasn't in use.At first I thought nothing of it.Then I started noticing it was hot when I went to make a pot of coffee even though I hadn't been home all day.As time has passed (over the course of the last month) the heat (when off) has been rising.This is ironic since it wouldn't make a "HOT" cup of coffee in the first place.

I've been unplugging it recently when I'm not using it to be safe while waiting for my new one to arrive (definitely not made by HB) and in the past week I've forgotten to unplug it twice.I've come home to open it to STEAM and IMMENSE heat to the tune of the used filter being black at the top from being cooked.I would definitely stay away from this lest you want a fire to erupt.Today marks the last pot of coffee I'll have from this coffee maker.

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Hamilton Beach ,10 Cup, Digital Brew Station, Black Digital Dispensing Coffeemaker White With Programmable Digital Clock Timer, Auto Shut Off, Pause & Serve, 1 Hand Dispensing, Gentle Second Heater Keeps Coffee Hot Without Scorching The Flavor, No Carafe, No Pouring , No Spills.

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Deni 15600 40-Cup Stainless-Steel Coffee Urn Review

Heats very quickly; I like the gauge on the front to tell me how much stuff is left. The position of the spigot is high enough to fill most cups and other vessels. My biggest gripe is that the urn never seems to get to a point at which it just quietly maintains the heat of the contents; it always sounds like it does when initially heating the liquid. And that's not quiet, so it's noisy all during use; I don't know if it's because I took out the percolator stem, since I'm only heating water. I like the power cord; like a computer, it can be unplugged from either end, but you have to be careful if you just unplug it from the urn, since the open end of the power cord is still live wall current and could cause a shock if there is water on the countertop. I think the urn should have its own built in on-off switch.

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Beautifully housed in brushed stainless steel, this large-capacity coffee urn can brew up to 40 cups of coffee at cup-a-minute speed--great for parties, business meetings, and other large gatherings. When finished brewing, a serving light will illuminate and the unit automatically switches over to keep-warm mode. Best of all, its two-way dripless spout allows for single-cup or continuous filling, making it possible to fill a separate carafe or for guests to serve themselves with convenient one-handed dispensing. The coffee urn also provides interior water-level markings for accurate filling, a stainless-steel filter basket and stem to ensure great-tasting coffee, and an easy-to-read coffee-level indicator to gauge how much coffee remains. Other highlights include a twist-lock lid, cool-touch handles and base, boil-dry protection for safety, and dishwasher-safe parts for quick cleanup. A nice compliment to the Deni Buffet Servers, the 1400-watt coffee urn measures 12-1/2 by 11-1/2 by 18 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Hamilton Beach BrewStation Select Drip Coffeemaker - 47334 Review

The coffee maker corrects what was wrong with the older models. Ordered from the vender on 9/13 nd recieved on 9/18. Bought as a gift for a friend after using mine for awhile. It produces great coffee with it's programable selecior. Will keep coffee hot for up to 4Hrs. You can't go wrong with this maker.

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BrewStationTM Pro 12 Cup Coffeemaker

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JavaStudio Series 14 Cup Programmable Coffee Maker Review

I purchased this coffee maker when my wife saw it at Lowes and couldn't stop talking about it; something quite unusual for her.Considering the age of our current coffee maker, I bought it on the next trip out.

A few days into life with the JavaStudio and all is very well.The coffee is great, the machine looks great and I have no complaints to register.Coffee is hot and stays that way without tasting burnt even after a great deal of time (90 minutes tested so far but the maker shuts off after 120).Since what is "hot" in terms of coffee is relative, some people may not find it hot enough, however the hotter it is the more likely it is to have a burnt taste after 45 minutes, which is really bad.This was certainly hot enough for me and my tastes.I would say after pouring the mug I could comfortably drink it after 2-3 minutes.For me I wait about 5-6 minutes after getting Starbucks coffee before I can drink that comfortably.I hope this seemingly useless info gives a general idea about this.

Easy to use, large capacity (14 cups) and a classy, good look earns this coffee maker 5 stars.

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This red Kitchenaid Coffee Maker is a beautiful addition to any home or residential kitchen. JaveStudio series 14 cup programmable coffee maker, 1100 watt heat pump, JavaSpa showerhead, double-walled, flat bottom brew basket, electronic temperature control, front fill water reservoir, brew timer and clock, stainless steel clad housing, pause and pour feature, "time since brew" display, 1-4 cup brew cycles, cleaning indicator, end-of-brew tone and automatic shutoff, gold tone permanent coffee filter, ion exchange water filter, cord storage. Typically ships within 14 business days. Warranty not valid when used in commercial environment such as a bar or restaurant. ( KitchenAid - KCM534 )

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Hamilton Beach Stay or Go Thermal Coffeemaker - Stainless Steel (45238H) Review

This pot doesn't dribble. Push down on the tab that says "Press to Pour" and fill your cup. My wife not being one who either reads the manuals or what it says on the pot, unscrewed the top to pour her first cup from this. Yeah, the top fell off and made a mess.
This insulated carafe keeps the coffee hot for a long time. Much better than our previous one. It is stainless steel inside and out. The temperature of the coffee (8 cups) into a cold carafe is a little more than 180 degrees F. That's the upper limit without burning your lips. The water temp while the coffee is being made ranges from 175 to slightly over 200 at the end. Preheating the carafe would produce a hotter coffee and keep it hot longer but this works well as is.
It comes with 2 travel mugs and an undersized 1 tablespoon long handled coffee scoop. The 2 mugs are black plastic on the inside which some xperts claim gives off harmful chemicals when filled with hot liquids.
The water level inside are clearly marked at 2 cup intervals so you can make the amount you want. A short person might find it difficult to see the 2 and 4 cup levels and odd number amounts would be guess work. The removable coffee filter holder takes ordinary paper filters and is easy to clean. The buttons and indicators are on the front and easy to read. It's programmable. The carafe or cups sit on a perforated disk. This can be removed and any drips sponged out. Good idea so any drips don't run off over the counter.
My wife paid less than 50 bucks for this at a local store.
Good design, good hot coffee at a reasonable price. What more do you need?

After using this coffee maker for over a year, I retract my statement that it doesn't dribble. You could be very careful pouring out a cup slowly without more coffee spilling on the counter but you would have to be wide awake at 5 in the morning to do so. When the pot is down to 4 cups it is less messy.
The two plastic cups provided with the coffee maker have the black plastic on the inside. That's the type of plastic that some say leaches out harmful chemicals into hot liquids. I just threw them away and bought a stainless steel lined travel mug.
This coffee maker works well and the carafe keeps the coffee hot for hours while maintaining the taste.

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The Hamilton Beach Stay or Go Coffee Maker is a clever system that accommodates both the fast pace of weekday work lives when coffee is on-the-go, and the flexibility of the weekend routine. An innovation that meets that varied demands of the coffee drinker, Hamilton Beach is the first to deliver coffee for one, two or more with the same coffee-making appliance. And it makes iced coffee too! Simply brew double strength over ice for fresh iced coffee. The all-stainless thermal carafe has double-wall vacuum insulation to keep coffee fresh and piping hot for hours. It also features thumb activated, drip-free pouring ??? so there???s no need to twist the lid. The fully programmable clock allows the brewing cycle to be set for wake-up coffee and the oversized backlit clock can be viewed from a distance at any hour. Other helpful features include automatic shutoff, small batch brewing for one to four cups and one to two mugs.

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Hamilton Beach 48464 Brewstation Summit 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker Review

Purchased to replace our Brewstation Deluxe, which we absolutely loved!The only reason we did not purchase another one exactly like our old one is because of the leaking problem.About 1x/year we would need to replace the 'carafe' portion of the coffeemaker.The Summit was the 3rd replacement model we tried.It is the only other model that has all of the features that the Deluxe had (programmable auto shut-off & timer, brewing cycle selection).I agree with the previous post that it is a bit more awkward to fill.But, the biggest problem I have with it is the coffee basket.It has about 50 holes in the bottom for the water/coffee to flow out of the basket.The result is a very weak-tasting coffee because it flows through so quickly.I can't understand why this model is made like this when other models have only one hole!There is no way to even use enough coffee to get a strong flavor, even when putting it on 'Bold' setting, which slows down the brewing cycle.I figured out how to solve this problem by purchasing a permanent filter basket to use inside the other basket, plus using a paper filter.This adds to the awkwardness of the whole process, but we are so hooked on this style of machine that are willing to put up with it. It is also messier than the Deluxe because of all of the condensation inside.When you lift the lid water runs down (but mostly back into the carafe), and when you take out the basket there is condensation all over it and it drips trying to get it to the trash or sink.I also just noticed one of the buttons to set the time is sticking.Well, maybe I should go back to the Deluxe...

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Uniquely designed without a coffee pot, this 12-cup coffeemaker features, instead, an insulated tank that keeps coffee hot and fresh inside. To serve, simply depress the non-slip dispensing bar with any favorite mug for one-handed dispensing--no carafe means no pouring, no spills, and no hotplate that can sometimes scorch coffee or make it bitter. The appliance also provides a user-friendly push-button control panel. Choose from several brewing options including bold, regular, iced coffee, or small batch (1 to 4 cups). Even more, the unit's programmable clock and timer allow for brewing "wake-up" coffee, while its keep-warm mode can be programmed to automatically shut off immediately after brewing (for iced coffee) or in one, two, three, or four hours as desired. Other highlights include a large digital display with blue backlighting, a removable water tank for filling at the sink, a water-level indicator on both sides, and dishwasher-safe parts for quick cleanup. Housed in sleek black plastic with stainless-steel accents, the coffeemaker measures approximately 12 by 9 by 17 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Mr. Coffee Red Coffeemaker-12 Cup Review

I purchased this coffee maker from Target to replace my Cuisinart that died. It is a nice looking coffee maker and the functions are very well laid out and easy to use. I really like this coffee maker except for 2 things that make it a deal breaker for me. 1. The opening of the carafe is to narrow to allow for your hand to get in and properly clean it, and 2. The coffee is just not hot. It comes out of the machine at 160F and I have to further heat it if I use milk from the refrigerator(not an issue with the Cuisinart). If you take your coffee black, use powder creamer or non refrigerated creamer it should be fine. I am giving it away and going back to the Cuisinart.

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West Bend 56870 10-Cup Drip Coffeemaker, Black and Stainless Review

I bought this via amazon for the price, stainless steel, and programable features.The upper handle clip broke in a month.West Bend had no replacement clip and put me on a waiting list.When there was coffee all over the counter this morning, I went right out and threw the whole thing, with still hot spilled coffee, right in the trash can.I went to the cellar, and got my old no feature procter silex (under a sawbuck at target) and made my morning coffee.Only those wishing personal agravation should throw away their hard eraned money on this landfill junk.

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10-Cup Drip Coffeemaker.Programmable clock/timer with digital display.Removable cone filter and filter holder.Glass carafe is dishwasher safe.Features include Pause n' Serve,Keep Warm,and Automatic Shutoff.

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Haier HDC10LBS 1000-Watt Stainless-Steel 10-Cup Digital Coffeemaker Review

ITS A NICE LOOKING MACHINETHAT'S ABOUT IT 1ST TIME OUT OF THE BOX I WASHED THE GLASS IT CRACKED AND 1ST TIME I MADE COFFEE THE GLASS BROKE APARTCAN'T FIND REPLACEMENTANYWHERE

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Fully-programmable Digital Timer With Lcd Readout Removable Filter Basket & Permanent Filter Stainless Steel Housing Large Illuminated On/off Indicator Light Dual Water-level Indicators Coated Keep-warm Plate Pause-&-pour Brewing System

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Hamilton Beach 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker Review

The carafe pours smoothly without dripping all over everything and the basket cover drip is stopped by steam release vents. The cone filter improves coffee flavor and eliminates the grounds from overflowing. Now I don't ask myself if I really turned off the coffee pot after I leave. I have experienced a black charred carafe but no more potential fires. It has the coffee ready in the morning giving me extra precious minutes. The basket placement issue is easily solved by leaving the carafe off the hot plate until the basket is properly installed. The black stainless is sharp and does not show the coffee stain that makes the white look dirty. Love this inexpensive pot and bought a second one to improve my daily experience while at our cabin.

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12-Cup Capacity Coffee Maker Cone Shaped Filter Basket to Fully Saturate Coffee GroundsProgrammable Clock and Timer with 2-Hour Auto-Shut OffFeatures Auto Pause and Serve, Water Window and Non-Stick Hot PlateDishwasher Safe Carafe and Filter BasketModel Number: 49464Condition: Factory RefurbishedWarranty: Manufacturer Warranty Included

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Michael Graves Design™ Automatic Drip Coffeemaker - Black (40304) Review

I purchased this coffeemaker at our local Target store a few weeks ago after reading the rave reviews that this coffeemaker received on this site.I will be returning it tomorrow.

First of all, and I doubt anyone would dispute this, the coffeemaker looks great.In fact, I would go so far as to say that it is absolutely beautiful!But there are major functional design flaws with this product.

First, and I haven't a clue why this happens, fresh coffee seems to find a path down the handle of the decanter handle, then drips on the counter.If we make about 10-12 cups of coffee there is a puddle of three or four tablespoons of coffee on the counter right below the decanter handle.Nothing I've tried stopped this problem.The best I could tell is the decanter is designed in such a way that coffee dripping into the decanter can follow a patch from the lid to a small space by the handle, then down the handle to drip on the counter.Maybe the decanter is defective, but it is a headache none-the-less.

The next problem is the bright blue light.I'm not sure how much electricity that thing consumes, but I'm sure it is not just a little bit.You can cook dinner by the light output of this thing.It will be neat at first, then you may find it annoying.

I'm not sure why they designed the lid system they way they did, but, as another reviewer mentioned, there will be condensation everywhere when you try to clean-up.Not only is the condensation a problem, there are several ridges and tight areas in the lid/water distribution system above the filter that are almost impossible to clean.It seems like the design would lead to the growth of mold and mildew.

Finally, as others have stated, it is really difficult to get a consistently good cup of coffee from this machine.No matter what I do it still comes out weak.Even the button for "strong" coffee doesn't solve this problem.With coffee prices the way they are I don't want a machine that will require 20-30 percent more ground coffee consumption when I could get the same quality with another machine.

I know a lot of customers have had a positive experience with this product, but I give it a thumbs down after a few weeks of daily use.

UPDATE:On May 22nd I attempted to return this coffee maker to the local Target in Corpus Christi, Texas but for some reason their receipt look-up system was not working properly.After waiting almost a half hour I got fed up and told them to keep the money and the coffeemaker.I was out about $40.00, but at that point I just wanted to get on with my life;this reflects life in Corpus Christi, not Target stores as a whole.

I went back to look at other coffeemakers and surprise, surprise!The Michael Graves Drip Coffeemaker had been redesigned! The coffeemaker sold here with this photo is NOT THE CURRENT MODEL OF THIS COFFEEMAKER!!!The new version (that may have corrected the coffee coming out the handle issue) is silver plastic and the decanter has a strip of "brushed" metal on the pouring handle.If your maker doesn't have that, you have an older version!!!

Based on my experience with the dripping handle, I'm not sure why they wouldn't offer a recall.Maybe the issue wasn't frequent or serious enough.Have they solved the issues with the weak coffee after using excessive amounts for a brew?Who knows?

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Hamilton Beach 40616 Stainless-Steel 12-Cup Electric Percolator Review

Before I purchased this coffee pot about a year ago, I read reviews by others who said 'good coffee but lasted only a few months.'I thought to myself...'oh, those people must have been the unlucky few who got bad units...or they emersed the pot and ruined it.'I should have listened to their 'don't buy' pleas, and hope others will listen to my message of warning.

I loved this coffee pot.Rich, strong, hot coffee, and great classic looks.My only complaint was that compared to other percolators I've used, this one is noisy.It makes a loud popping sound while brewing.I never emersed the unit, and was always very careful to avoid letting any water get near the base of the unit when washing it.

I bought this pot a year ago, and used it about twice a MONTH.Yesterday morning, I attempted to make coffee but got only the same 'beige water' that others have reported.Tried again today thinking maybe it was just a fluke, and got a second pot of luke warm 'beige water.'

I suspect that others who posted initially positive feedback about this pot have had the same experience, but just haven't returned to update their reviews.In any case, I would strongly caution against the purchase of this pot.It's just not durable.

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Housed in heavyweight stainless steel with an attractive chrome mirror finish, this quick-brewing electric percolator makes 12 cups of coffee with super-fast, cup-a-minute speed. When brewing is complete, it automatically switches to a "keep warm" temperature to ensure each cup is as warm as the first. Great for entertaining, the percolator has a ready-to-serve light that indicates when coffee is ready to enjoy, and its detachable cord provides the ability to serve fresh perked coffee right at the table without any hassle. Other useful features include a drip-free spout, an easy-grip knob on the unit's lid, a stay-cool handle, and a stainless-steel permanent filter basket that minimizes grounds in brewed coffee. The unit combines present-day technology with the retro look of a '50s kitchen for creating a perfect compliment to any kitchen decor. The percolator, which should be washed by hand, measures 5-1/2 by 5-1/2 by 12-3/4 inches.

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Hamilton Beach HDC500B 4 Cup Coffee Brewer Review

My old 4-cup Mr. Coffee was a decent little coffeemaker and it lasted for about three years before it started to give me trouble. Technically it still works but the coffee it brews is only warm, not hot.So I decided it was time for a new machine.

I did a lot of research, and the fact of the matter is that there just aren't many good quality 4-cup coffeemakers on the market.I researched the models from Mr. Coffee, Cuisinart, and Black & Decker, and none of them got particularly good reviews.I went to local stores and played with the display models and all of them felt very light, flimsy, and cheap.Even the $40 Cuisinart was featherweight and felt like it would fall apart at any moment.

I've always had good luck with Hamilton Beach products, so when I found this one online, I had a good feeling about it.I did some more research and found that this particular model is used in hotels all over the country.That seemed like a good sign.Commercial grade products are usually built to a higher standard than consumer grade stuff.

So I ordered it, and sure enough, it's a major step above the 4-cup machines made by the other manufacturers.Even though it's made mostly of plastic, it is heavy and stable and definitely won't tip over easily. The power cord is heavy grade and has a 3-prong plug.The on/off switch has a nice spring action and seems durable.

Due to the fact that these are made for hotel rooms, there are picture-based instructions in white ink on top of the coffeemaker.If you are very concerned about appearances, this might bother you.It doesn't bother me.The #1 thing I'm concerned about is how the coffee tastes... and with that in mind...

It tastes great!It's very hot, much hotter than my old Mr. Coffee.But the water isn't TOO hot, so you don't need to worry about it making the coffee bitter and over-extracted.

I only have two complaints, and they are relatively minor: when you're finished brewing coffee and you open the basket holder to remove the grounds and filter, a small amount of water falls out and splashes onto the warming plate and onto the counter.It's not a huge amount of water -- maybe a teaspoon -- but it does do this every time I brew coffee.Just something to be aware of; have a paper towel handy and it's not a problem. My other complaint is that there is no way of knowing how much water is in the reservoir. Usually they have a little window or some other indicator, but this unit doesn't have either. Mildly annoying, but not a huge issue and obviously doesn't affect the coffee itself.

All in all, I'm very pleased with this coffeemaker and would recommend it to anyone who is searching for a good quality 4-cup machine.

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When it comes to reliable brewing performance, choose the brand that's built to last. 4 Cup CoffeemakerDurability - When it comes to brewing cup after cup of hot coffee, hotels worldwide count on these automatic drip coffeemakers to please their guests with reliable performance. Compact, Classic Design - Takes up a minimum of space and is styled to blend into any decor. Auto Pause & Serve - Briefly interrupts the brew cycle so guests can enjoy a quick cup. Nonstick Keep-Hot Plate - Maintains coffee's heat and wipes clean for quick, easy maintenance. Automatic Shutoff - For peace of mind, this reliable function turns the coffeemaker off in one hour, even if guests forget. On Light - Shows guests and hotel personnel at a glance when coffeemaker is on. Specifications : Standard: Unit comes with base, brew basket, and glass carafe Controls: On/off switch with on indicator light, one-hour automatic shutoff

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Hamilton Beach 80365 Custom Grind Hands-Free Coffee Grinder, Platinum Review

I too read all the reviews...I spent several hours, so let me save you the trouble.This item is sturdy, washable, compact, and grinds beans for anywhere from 4-12 cups of coffee.

I use it for both my 2 cup french press and my percolator, when my mill & brew coffee maker, which I have two carafs and 3 baskets for, is busy.We really get into coffee here - I must have 10 varieties of beans in the freezer.

It also did a fabulous job grinding hazelnuts very fine for a cookie dough where the hazelnuts were, in effect, part of the flour.

I do love that the grinder basket and top can go in the dishwasher, and the little brush that is stowed on the back is a thoughtful and utilized addition.

The only drawback would be that if you are only making 2 cups of coffee and you want a course grind, you have to let the machine think you're making 8 cups, by moving the cup setting, as this machine is intended to grind beans for a minimum of 4 cups.When I make enough coffee for my percolator, I can get an intermediate course grind with no problem.

What sold me was this: After I read all the reviews I went to my local "megamart," found the grinders, opened up the boxes of the makes I wanted to compare, and I literally took things apart and put them back together.

Like another reviewer warned, stay away from those other grinders with the tiny (you can barely see them) plastic pins that engage the start button.Once those bits of plastic break off, you're SOL.

This is a very reasonably priced maker which I've had for 6 months.I love it so much, that for much of that time I've felt just a bit guilty that I hadn't yet praised this maker on Amazon.With that done - it's time to grind some beans. :)Enjoy.

PS: It looks very pretty/handsome on the counter.

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Hamilton Beach one touch coffee bean grinder . Hands free operation with five different automatic coffee flavor settings. Grinder chamber makes up to 12 -cups of coffee beans at a time. Internal cord storage & cleaning brush included. Removable & dishwasher safe stainless grinding chamber .

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Deluxe Iced Tea Maker - Mr Coffee - 3 Quart Review

This is awesome if you like to lick your tea off the counter.If you're a snob and want a glass, then it is not for you.

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Whether you choose loose leaf tea or tea bags to brew your iced tea, with this great Iced Tea Maker by Mr Coffee, it doesn't matter! This easy-to-use machine comes complete with a large, 3 quart pitcher and is able to brew iced tea or iced coffee. As an added bonus, users are able to adjust the steeping lever to select their desired brew strength, giving you your perfect pitcher of refreshing, delicious iced tea!

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Hamilton Beach Black Deluxe Brew Station Digital Coffee Maker 12-c. Review

I was extremely disappointed in this coffee maker.The first one burned up, apprently from getting too hot when there was little coffee in the caraffe and the reservoir warped allowing coffee grounds to enter the cup.After some considerable haggling with Hamilton Beach, they sent me a new reservoir, only to have the same thing happen to that one within about a month.My several emails to their customer service department after the second experience went unanswered.Convenient, yes, but if there's any chance you'll end up with very little or no coffee in the reservoir during the one hour or so it says heated, don't buy this one.

I threw mine away.

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With this Hamilton Beach coffee maker, you can choose from four brew modes: Normal, Decaf, Flavor Plus and 1 to 4 cups. Instead of brewing into a carafe, it brews internally then allows you to dispense, one-handed, a fresh cup as needed - no pouring and no spills. A warming heater keeps your coffee at the right temperature with no scorching. The Deluxe Brew Station features a programmable clock/timer with adjustable auto shutoff and comes with a Gold Tone and water filters.

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