| Black & Decker DCM2500B SmartBrew Coffeemaker |
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| Manufacturer: Black & Decker |
| Model: DCM2500B |
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| Retail Price: $39.99 |
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Black & Decker, a well respected brand world wide, has built a reputation for providing top quality and highly durable kitchen appliances. The Black & Decker DCM2500B SmartBrew Coffeemaker is not an exemption from their long list of celebrated quality products.
Black & Decker DCM2500B SmartBrew Coffeemaker Specifications:
- Makes 12 cups of coffee
- Comes with an auto shut off feature
- Color: Black or White
- Wide bottomed glass carafe with warming tray
- Comes with an added feature of a digital clock
- Sneak-a-cup feature
- Dimensions: height 13 inches when close, 22 inches when lid is up
- Warranty: 1 year (limited)
Black & Decker DCM2500B SmartBrew Coffeemaker is a very popular choice for both home and commercial consumers alike. To begin with, this particular model is very economical. For something that is less than $50, and packed with so many features, it’s no wonder it’s such a big hit.
Its 12 cup capacity makes this model is ideal for entertaining a big group of people who share a passion for a good brew. It likewise spares you the hassle of cleaning up droplets of coffee every time you pour, as it comes with a perfectly wide lip that prevents dripping. That saves you on paper towels as well!
The Black & Decker DCM2500B SmartBrew is also acclaimed for its stay hot tray with an auto shut off feature. The tray automatically shuts off after 2 hours, as an added safety feature. So you don’t have to fret if you suddenly remember that you forgot to turn off the coffee maker. On the other hand, a lot of people gave this baby 2 thumbs up for being very easy to program, will hardly require you to read the manual thoroughly. So you can expect to have your coffee at the same time everyday, kind of having your own personal secretary.
There are of course minor things that could be further improved. For one, you have to be really careful to align the basket correctly otherwise you will end up with coffee grounds and water all over your kitchen counter, as it has a tendency to overflow if not properly aligned. Finally for some people, the temperature does not suit them really well, saying that the coffee is never that hot, which is quite hard to argue with because that is rather subjective, since other people feel that this baby is able to deliver for them.
Black & Decker DCM2500B SmartBrew Coffeemaker at a glance…
Pros:
- Wide lip glass carafe for dripless pouring
- Warming tray to keep coffee hot for 2 hours after brewing
- Auto shut off for added security
- Very budget friendly
- Easy to program
Cons:
- No mechanism to prevent overflowing whenever basket is not properly aligned.
Overall, despite its very minor setbacks, Black & Decker DCM2500B SmartBrew Coffeemaker is still your best buy when you’re looking for a unit that is economical, simple and uncomplicated.
