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Bunn BTX-B(D) ThermoFresh High Altitude 10-Cup Home Thermal Carafe Coffee Brewer Coffeemaker Review

peachy — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 18:31:11 +0000

In brewing your favorite coffee, it can be said that Bunn makes great-tasting coffee. One model that delivers the finest cup of your favorite coffee is the Bunn BTX-B(D) ThermoFresh High Altitude 10-Cup Home Thermal Carafe Coffee Brewer.

This kitchen gadget is proud to offer a good cup of coffee in less than 3 minutes.

Bunn BTX-B(D) ThermoFresh High Altitude 10-Cup Home Thermal Carafe Coffee Brewer Specifications:

Product dimensions: 16.2 x 19.2 x 14.5 inches
Weight: 9.2 lbs
Capacity: 10 cups
Features: internal thermostat, sprayhead design
Warranty: three-year limited

Quality
Made from commercial-grade materials with stainless steel accents, this coffee maker is built to last. Most consumers agree that this is a durable kitchen appliance.

Features
This coffeemaker is not your standard coffee machine. It does not have a pause and serve function, removable water tank or heating plate to make your coffee hot all day.

Instead, this has a reservoir-style stainless steel water tank that is powered by an 800-watt heater and thermostat that gives you hot coffee (and hot water for tea) all day long. This unique feature is also in-charge of fast brewing.

As for the finest coffee experience, this unit makes use of a patented sprayhead design that improves the coffee flavor.

Ease of Use
Brew your favorite cup of coffee in less than 3 minutes with this unit’s easy-to-use design. Control buttons are conveniently located for easy access and fast setting.

The insulated carafe is made from stainless steel to protect the taste. It is also interesting to note that this carafe is dishwasher-safe.

This is a rare treat in coffeemaker cleaning.

Safety
The coffeemaker is perhaps the most used kitchen appliance especially in the morning. As a result, there are times that we forget to shut it down.

Good thing, this product has a vacation switch that automatically switches off when not in use.

Style
This black coffeemaker with stainless steel accents is sure to fire up your kitchen design and even the office pantry. Aside from the elegant finish, the style itself is classic that it fits with any kitchen or office theme.

Bunn BTX-B(D) ThermoFresh High Altitude 10-Cup Home Thermal Carafe Coffee Brewer At A Glance…

Pros:

Reservoir-style stainless water tank
Powered by 800-watt heater and internal thermostat
Efficient sprayhead design for great-tasting cofee
Elegant style

Cons:

Quite pricey

The Bunn BTX-B(D) ThermoFresh High Altitude 10-Cup Home Thermal Carafe Coffee Brewer has an initial price of $129. This may be quite a price for a kitchen gadget but just think of how much savings you get as compared to your favorite cup from that coffee shop.

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Krups 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemakers Review

peachy — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 18:28:54 +0000

Krups has been a household brand for some years now. Thanks to company’s vision of providing only high quality kitchen appliances.

Among their products are the Krups 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemakers. This coffeemaker is especially designed to give coffee lovers their favorite cup in just a matter of minutes via the unit’s charming features and easy-to-use settings.

Krups 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemakers Specifications:

Product dimensions: 10 1/2 x 8 1/2 x 13 3/4 inches
Weight: 5.6 lbs
Capacity: 12 cups
Features: thermal carafe, timer, 3-cup aroma setting, LED control panel, 60 ounce water reservoir
Warranty: one-year limited

Power
For coffee lovers, brewing is a serious business. And this unit proves its dedication to serve coffee with its powerful 1100-watt motor.

Features
This unit has all the possible features a coffee lover, who is on-the-go, dreams of. First stop is the unit’s built-in water filter.

This is one important factor to ensure that you only drink finest coffee without a chlorine after-taste. Next is the 60 oz water reservoir that is just right and just enough.

Next is cascading brew head feature which gives you even extraction for that fine coffee taste.

The feature that this unit is proud of is the programmable timer that allows you to set a start time each day and voila! You can now have a freshly brewed coffee.

You can also choose the flavor of your coffee with the 1-3 cup flavor setting. Having hot coffee any time of the day is also not an issue with its keep-warm plate that can programmed to last for up to 5 hours.

Convenient
In addition to technology that this unit has, it is also equipped with simple perks like the pause and serve function that allows you to have a cup of coffee while it is still brewing. A whistle signal is also integrated in this unit to signal you that the brewing is done.

Safety
According to research, most house fires can be accounted to forgotten appliances. But let it not worry you because this model is equipped with auto-shut off feature as an added safety feature.

Concern
One comment with this unit is the not-so-stylish design. So for fashion-conscious consumers, think twice before buying this product.

Krups 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemakers At A Glance…

Pros:

Backed with a powerful motor
Built-in water filter
12-cup capacity
Convenient programmable settings
Keep-warm plate
Auto-shut off feature

Cons:

Not so stylish

Overall, the Krups 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemakers remain to be a good find. Initial price is $39 and you get a unit that comes with great features.

With that initial price and a fine cup of coffee each time, the style is not going to be much of an issue.

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Capresso 45505 Coffee Maker Review

peachy — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:26:49 +0000

Have your mornings filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee with the Capresso 45505 Coffee Maker. It is a coffee maker that is designed with quality and useful features to make coffee brewing an enjoyable experience without the hassle of cleaning up spillage as what other models bring with them.

This model is made by Capresso, a company that makes coffeemakers for more than 15 years now.

Capresso 45505 Coffee Maker Specifications:

Features: pause and serve, Burr grinder, keep-warm plate, timer feature
Capacity: 10 cups
Color: black with stainless steel accents
Warranty: one-year limited

Quality
Most reviews say that this coffeemaker is built to brew your coffee for a longer time. This is because of the hard materials that used in making this product.

The carafe is made from stainless steel that makes this coffee maker more reliable in terms of brewing your favorite coffee beans.

Performance
Enjoy a cup of coffee at any given time of the day with this. It has a special filter to give you only fine tasting coffee without a chlorine aftertaste that is the common concern when brewing.

Next is the special conical burr grinder that uses stainless steel. This ensures fine grinding of your favorite beans.

You can also enjoy your preferred coffee strength, just like the coffee shop way with the unit’s three-strength selections: mild, regular and strong. Cup preparation is also included in this model where you can choose from 4, 6, 8 and 10 cups.

This can be achieved with just one touch of the dial via its easy program setting.

Capacity
Share your favorite brew with its 10-cup capacity. As they say, coffee is more special if you have someone to share it with.

Convenient
It’s safe to say that most coffee lovers can’t wait to have a cup of his or her favorite coffee beans. With that, you don’t have to wait no more because this coffeemaker has a pause-and-serve feature that makes life easier for you to pour a cup and enjoy your coffee and let the coffee brew again.

A Keep-warm Plate is also included among the many useful features this kitchen gadget has. This is an added convenience so you can enjoy hot coffee anytime.

Style
If there’s one more commendable feature with this unit, it is its very elegant design that every owner could be proud of. It is finished in black with stainless steel accents which adds a touch of class.

Capresso 45505 Coffee Maker At A Glance…

Pros:

Made from sturdy materials
10-cup capacity
Efficient conical burr grinder
Special filter system to give you finest tasting coffee
Easy to operate program
Keep-warm plate

Cons:

A bit pricey

The Capresso 45505 Coffee Maker has an initial price of $199. Whenever there is a need for quick and finest tasting coffee, one brand is sure to satisfy your coffee needs.

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

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 10:35:41 +0000

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.

Cuisinart DCC-100 Specifications:

Dimensions: 3.2 x 7.4 x 13 inches
Weight: 5.2 lbs.
Color: White
Capacity: 10 cups
Warranty: 3-year limited

Cuisinart DCC-100 makes up to 10 cups of coffee and is very ideal for large groups. It has a brew-pause feature that allows you to conveniently pour a cup midbrew. The glass carafe has a special lid and filter. It has an easy to read instruction manual. It plugs into a regular 120-volt outlet and has a 3-year limited warranty.

A lot of customers agreed that this coffee machine brews consistently good coffee. The taste and flavor are better than what you get from other coffeemakers.

Some customers have complained about the filter cup that is quite hard to seat. This results to overflowing water and grounds all over the counter. The warmer is also too hot giving a burnt taste to the left coffee in the pot. The side water gauge is difficult to read.

You need to pay attention to the settings on the top and front indicating the amount of water processing. Watch it when you fill the water container prior to brewing, it takes more water to produce the four cups marked on the carafe. After brewing there will be lesser water.

Cuisinart DCC-100 at a glance…

Pros:

Makes good coffee
Compact
Space-saving
Very affordable

Cons:

Occasionally spills, leaks
Hard to place filter cup
Carafe breaks easily

Overall, the Cuisinart DCC-100 Coffee Bar Classic 10-Cup Coffeemaker, White is a basic coffee maker that’s easy to use at a really good price.

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Capresso 464.05 CoffeeTeam GS 10-Cup Digital Coffeemaker Review

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 16:34:36 +0000

The first coffee maker/grinder combination machine with a conical burr grinder and direct feed technology. Just pour in the beans, program the time and the amount of coffee to be ground and CoffeeTeam GS does the rest. Sleek and streamlined, the new Capresso 464.05 CoffeeTeam GS 10-Cup Digital Coffeemaker with Conical Burr Grinder features a space-saving design, plus convenient features that make it easy to grind and brew fresh and flavorful coffee every day.

Capresso 464.05 Coffee Machine Specifications:

Height: 15.5 inches
Length: 9.75 inches
Depth: 9.5 inches
Weight: 9 lbs.
Capacity: 10 cups
Color: Black with stainless steel accents
Accessories: Gold tone filter and charcoal water filter
Power output: 900 watts
Warranty: 1 year Limited

The CoffeeTeam GS lets you program the amount of coffee you want to grind: choose from 2, 4, 6, 8 or 10 cups and select mild, regular or strong. The coffee filter holder stays inside the machine during grinder preserving more aroma and reducing mechanical movements. You can even program two completely different settings, one for manual operation and one for automatic operation. This way you always enjoy exactly the same coffee taste.

The CoffeeTeam GS uses solid steel conical burrs. The slow grinding of the burrs imparts minimal heat preserving more aroma than blade grinding. It also allows a finer and more uniform grind than combination machines with a blade grinder. Five fineness settings for light to dark beans let you adjust the grinder to your preferred beans (the darker/oilier the bean, the coarser the setting). It also includes a 6 ounce bean container.

Direct-feed technology accommodates a more compact design while keeping moisture away from the grinder. The CoffeeTeam GS grinds the programmed amount of beans directly into the filter and then automatically initiates the brewing process.

The easy-to-read LCD display shows the time, grind and strength settings. The AM/PM Programmable Clock/Timer lets you set the time when to grind and brew automatically. The charcoal water filter removes up to 82% of chlorine and other impurities.

The 2-Hour Safety Shut-Off will keep the coffee hot for two hours after brewing. Then the heating element will shut off by itself conserving energy and giving you peace of mind. A red light will blink indicating the heating element is on. The clock and all programmed settings stay on.

The unit can be used with or without the grinder, accommodating pre-ground coffee, including flavored coffees or decaf. Choose the Brew Mode for pre-ground coffee or Grind/Brew Mode for whole bean coffee. The Stop-and-Serve lets you remove the carafe while brewing to serve a quick cup.

Capresso 464.05 Coffee Maker at a glance…

Pros:

Well made
Easy to use
Completely programmable
Excellent coffee

Cons:

Grinding makes annoying loud noise

Overall, the Capresso 464.05 Coffeeteam coffee amker is an incredible machine that makes you look forward to waking up in the morning to taste that flavorful coffee.

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Capresso TS CoffeeTeam 10-Cup Digital Coffee Maker Review

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:55:32 +0000

The Capresso CoffeeTeam TS is a fully programmable 10-Cup Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker/Conical Burr Grinder Combination. Professional, solid-steel conical burrs have 5 grinder settings from coarse to fine for adjustable coffee strength.

Capresso TS CoffeeTEam Specifications:

Capacity: 10 cups
Color: Black and Silver
Height: 15.5 inches
Length: 9.5 inches
Depth: 9.8 inches
Weight: 10 lbs.
Included accessories: Charcoal water filter
Warranty: 1 year

The Digital Control Panel of the CoffeeTeam TS 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. The Charcoal water filtration removes up to 82% of chlorine and other impurities from tap water. The filter holder and one charcoal filter are included. This coffee machine features clock and timer, 2-hour safety shut-off, Drip Stop and Stop-and-Serve, nonstick coated warming plate and 900 watts, 200-degree brew temperature.

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.

Unlike other grind and brew coffee makers, the Capresso CoffeeTeam TS separates the grinder and brewer keeping moisture away from the grinder. Just before brewing, the grinder is automatically sealed off to keep steam and moisture away from the conical burrs.

What’s great about Capresso 465.05 CoffeeTeam TS 10-Cup Digital Coffeemaker with Conical Burr Grinder and Thermal Carafe is that the 3 programmable strength settings allow you to choose the strength level that you prefer. Your coffee can be mild, medium and strong. This feature is very beneficial for those households with more than one coffee drinker. Sometimes, one family member wants a kick from a strong cup of coffee, others want their coffee mild or medium. Other coffee machine brands or models usually offer one taste and one strength level only.

Capresso TS CoffeeTeam at a glance…

Pros:

Programmable coffee strength
Brewer is separated from grinder to keep the steam away
Makes flavorful hot coffee

Cons:

Expensive

Overall, the Capresso TS Coffee Team that grinds and brews coffee and gives you coffee strength options – mild, medium and strong.

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Zojirushi EC-BD15 Fresh Brew Carafe Coffee Maker Review

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 16:29:11 +0000

Looking for a safe and yet functional item to give away whether for a birthday gift, a wedding gift or a Christmas gift? Look no further because the Zojirushi EC-BD15 Fresh Brew Thermal Carafe Coffee Maker is a very good buy. You need not worry if your recepient will like the color or whether this machine will match your recepient’s overall house theme, the black and chrome finish design is elegant and classy, which transcends time and appeals to both male and female. For other details about this genious coffee maker, read on.

Zojirushi EC-BD15 Fresh Brew Carafe Coffee Maker Specifications:

Thermal carafe
Capacity: 10 cups or roughly 50 oz
Auto shut off and Pause and Serve feature
Digital clock feature
Color: black and chrome finish
Programmable timer
Dimensions: Depth – 9 in, Width – 12 in, Height – 15 in
Power consumption: 1025 watts
Warranty: 1 year limited warranty

One big reason why the Zojirushi EC-BD15 Fresh brew carafe is such a bigh hit both for home and office use is because of its thermal carafe. Unlike conventional coffee makers that comes with a glass carafe, the thermal carafe keeps the coffee hot for hours without affecting its freshness. In that sense, the said feature rids the drinkers the hassle of having to re-heat the coffee several times (which is normally the case for glass carafes), but it likewise helps conserve electricity. Additionally, you need not worry about having to replace the carafe when it accidentally slip off your hands when cleaning up, since it is made up of stainless steel. That being said, this hot baby is an ideal gift for grandparents.

The Zojirushi EC-BD15 Fresh brew carafe is also acclaimed for not having a burner. Owners need not worry about their house burning down since this unit doesn’t have a burner. At the same time, since it comes with a programmable timer, it shuts off right after. No need to keep it plugged in to keep it warm, the thermal carafe will ensure that your coffee is still hot even hours after.

There are minor challenges with this model though. For one, the carafe is rather slim and tall which can make it easily slip from your hands if you happen to be holding it by the body and not the handle and you do not have a good grip. At the same time, the lid needs to be rotated before you can pour out the coffee, other models will require you to just push a button prior to pouring out the coffee. The carafe needs to be pre-heated, which may not be very helpful if you’re running late for work. Lastly, the Zojirushi EC-BD15 has no built in grinder, which may be an inconvenience for some. Nonetheless, others would prefer to buy ground beans already so that’s not much of a problem in that case. It may also turn out to be an added advantage since that equates to easier clean up.

Zojirushi EC-BD15 Fresh Brew Carafe Coffee Maker at a glance…

Pros:

Stainless steel thermal carafe is very sturdy as opposed to glass carafes.
Thermal carafe keeps coffee hot and fresh for hours.
Sleek and elegant finish that matches any home or office interior.
Energy saving, goodbye to re-heating.
Easy clean up.

Cons:

Does not come with a grinder.
Carafe needs to be pre-heated.

Despite the challenges in some features, the Zorijushi EC-BD15 Fresh Brew Carafe Coffee Maker still gives good value for your money.

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Bunn NHBX-B(D) 10-Cup Home Pour Over Coffee Brewer Review

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 18:51:47 +0000

Bunn NHBX-B offers brewing perfection with a sleek, stainless steel accented contemporary design and is optimized for brewing in high altitude locations. Patterned after Bunn’s commercial & restaurant brewing systems, this home brewer puts high quality materials and classic brewing technology into one great package.

Bunn NHBX-B Specifications:

Dimensions: 9.1 x 13.7 x 11.6 inches
Weight: 9 lbs.
Capacity: 10 cups
Color: Black

The Bunn NHBX-B has a stainless-steel tank holds the brew water at approximately 200F, the temperature required to extract the maximum flavor from coffee. The patented Bunn brewing system showers the water over the ground coffee using a specially designed spray head to create optimum turbulence in the funnel for just the right amount of time.

As a result, Bunn home brewers produce 10 cups of perfect coffee in about 3 minutes which is less than half the time of most regular coffee makers. This combination of “time, temperature & turbulence” is the hallmark of Bunn’s home brewing system and something unavailable in any other home brewer.

For those who need their coffee fast, this machine is a must-have. As you put fresh, cold water into the top-loading reservoir, the heated water is displaced and flows through the filter basket and into the carafe, in just minutes. The flavor of the brewed coffee isn’t lost in the process either. The coffee is hot and superbly flavorful, without any bitter taste.

Bunn NHBX-B(D) 10-cup Home Pour Over Coffee Brewer has a design that offers easy front access to the reservoir via a pour-through screen in the lid. A swivel lid can be moved aside for filling and replaced to keep the heat in the tank where it belongs. There is no programmable function or pause-to-serve simply because there’s no need for those features. The extremely fast brewing gets rid of the usual wait time.

Bunn NHBX-B at a glance…

Pros:

Fast brewing
Great coffee

Cons:

Set-up instructions

Overall the Bunn NHBX-B(D) 10-cup Home Pour Over Coffee Brewer is a coffee machine that brews fast and makes great coffee. If you want good hot coffee in a flash, this coffeemaker is for you.

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Bunn NHB Professional Home Brewer Review

peachy — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 18:46:44 +0000

A cup of coffee is what you usually need to jumpstart your day. And the easiest way to have your day started is by making freshly brewed coffee. With the Bunn NHB Professional Home Brewer, have your coffee in just three minutes! Gone are days when you have to wait couple of minutes just to have your favorite brews. This coffee maker is manufactured by Bunn, your trusted appliance partner.

Bunn NHB Professional Home Brewer Specifications:

Product dimension: 15.6 x 12.4 x 9.8 inches
Weight: 8.4 pounds
Makes coffee in 3 minutes
10-cup capacity
Stainless-steel inner tank
Warranty: 3 years

Performance
According to most reviews, this coffee maker serves as their savior in the morning, during coffee breaks or just when you feel like drinking your favorite brew. Aside from the coffee brewing for just three minutes, it is designed with a custom spray head to bring out the unique coffee taste.

To make your coffee-making easy, it has sliding lid for easy access in adding water.

Cleaning is also a breeze as this unit is easy to clean. The classic black color serves a double purpose as it is fashionable at the same time hard-wearing to hide stubborn stains that accumulates overtime.

Quality
Tired of coffee makers that break easily? The Bunn NHB Professional Home Brewer, Black is made with commercial-grade materials that are built to last. And since this is from Bunn, this is one assurance that it is a quality kitchen appliance.

The exterior is accented with stainless steel for added style. And the inner tank for hot water storage is made from stainless steel. The handy decanter is made using a porcelain-coated material.

Concern
Coffee-making should be easy and mess-free. That’s one concern with the decanter of this unit. It spills so this is not the model for those who want to have a clean coffee-making experience. It also doesn’t have an on/off button so once you’ve opened the lid, you’re on with brewing.

Bunn NHB Professional Home Brewer At A Glance…

Pros:

Made from durable materials
Black stylish color
Convenient inner tank for water storage
Convenient features
Has 10-cup capacity
Makes coffee in just three minutes
Comes in an affordable price

Cons:

Messy decanter
No on/off button

All in all, this coffee maker is your partner in brewing your coffee. The size is just right so it won’t eat a lot of space in your kitchen. With the Bunn NHB Professional Home Brewer, you can have coffee anytime of the day.

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Bunn NHBX-B Contemporary 10-Cup Home Coffee Brewer Review

peachy — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 18:44:55 +0000

Love coffee? Have a Bunn NHBX-B Contemporary 10-Cup Home Coffee Brewer sitting in your kitchen, and even in your office too! This well-endowed machine is from Bunn, a trusted name in coffee makers for more than 40 years now. Enjoy your favorite coffee with this compact and convenient kitchen help that can brew in as little as 3 minutes time.

Bunn NHBX-B Contemporary 10-Cup Home Coffee Brewer Specifications:

Product dimension: 9.8 x 15.4 x 12.3 inches
Weight: 9 pounds
Can make up to 10 cups of coffee
Features: 3-minute brewing, stainless-steel water tank, internal thermostat, sprayhead, warming plate, sliding lid, glass decanter, switch-off
Warranty: 3 years, limited

Quality
The BUNN NHBX-B Contemporary 10-Cup Home Coffee Brewer, Black is made with hard plastic materials and stainless steel accents. The internal water tank is also made from durable stainless steel. The hard-wearing decanter is made of glass. With this, quality is surely not a question.

Performance-level
This 10-cup capacity coffee brewer makes your coffee in just 3 minutes. So for guys and girls on the go, coffee is just minutes away.

In addition to its swiftness, this unit also has a unique sprayhead feature that lets your coffee taste distinctly with its coffee-flavor extraction. And worrying about coffee that gets cold? This unit is also equipped with internal thermostat to keep the temperature. This is supported by warming plate for you to enjoy hot coffee all day long.

Another endearing feature that this coffee maker has is the stainless-steel water tank to store hot water for your tea.

As for the dishwashing concerns, this unit is very easy to clean and assemble again. This is a relief as compared to other coffee makers in the market.

Concern
This unit has about 900 watts power output. This means rather high electric bills when using this coffee maker. This is not recommended to those who are keen in keeping their budget.

Bunn NHBX-B Contemporary 10-Cup Home Coffee Brewer At A Glance…

Pros:

Made with stainless steel durable materials
Comes in an affordable price
High-grade thermostat for keeping temperature plus a warming plate
Useful stainless steel water tank for your tea
Unique sprayhead feature
Makes coffee in a breeze

Cons:

High energy consumption

The Bunn NHBX-B Contemporary 10-Cup Home Coffee Brewer comes with an affordable $89.99 initial price. Besides its wattage, the coffee maker is a one good find. And with its convenient and swift coffee-making ability, you are sure to enjoy your break.

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Maxi-Matic EHC-2055 Elite Cuisine 10-Cup Coffeemaker Review

peachy — Tue, 08 Dec 2009 18:38:49 +0000

The Maxi-Matic EHC-2055 Elite Cuisine 10-Cup Coffeemaker is probably one of the cheapest coffeemakers available in the market with prices starting at only $17. This coffeemaker is a basic model that can brew up to 10 cups of coffee at a time. It comes with a water level indicator on the carafe which shows just how much water is inside so that you will always have great tasting coffee.

It also has a pause ‘n serve feature that allows you to pour yourself a cup of coffee even while the coffee is still brewing without having turn the unit off. Other features include a coffee scoop and a removable and reusable built-in filter inside the coffeemaker.

Maxi-Matic EHC-2055 Elite Cuisine 10-Cup Coffeemaker Specifications:

Weight: 4 pounds
Dimensions:
Dishwasher-safe parts; coffee scoop included; brew-pause function
Drip-free spout; stay-cool handle; carafe provides measuring marks
Water reservoir with water level indicator; reusable and removable filter
Easy-to-use coffeemaker brews up to 10 cups at a time

Brew-Pause Function
The Maxi-Matic Elite Cuisine Coffee Maker has a brew-pause function that allows you to enjoy a cup of coffee even if the machine is still in the middle of the brewing process without having to turn it off. This is perfect for people who are always on the go and want to make the most of their time.

Easy to Clean
This machine is easy to clean because of its built-in reusable and removable filter inside the coffeemaker. All accessories are also dishwasher safe so you do not have to exert too much effort when cleaning the parts.

Other Features
This basic coffeemaker also comes with a drip-free spout, a stay-cool handle and the carafe has measuring marks so that the coffee brew will be accurate. It also includes a coffee scoop that makes brewing coffee more convenient for you.

Maxi-Matic EHC-2055 Elite Cuisine 10-Cup Coffeemaker At A Glance…

Pros:

One of the cheapest models in the market

Cons:

The reusable filters leave residue at the bottom of the cup
The coffee brewed is not hot enough
No automatic button and clock

If there ever was an example for the phrase “you get what you pay for”, this product would be one of them. Though the Maxi-Matic EHC 2055 Elite Cuisine 10-Cup Coffeemaker is one the cheapest models in the market, users who have already tried this product have found several things to complain about. So for those who want a real quality coffeemaker, it would be best to pitch in a few more bucks and invest in a better unit than this one.

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Capresso 471.01 CoffeeTEC Digital 10-cup Coffeemaker Review

peachy — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 18:24:53 +0000

There are currently a lot of coffeemakers out in the market, but cappuccino and espresso machines take the coffee experience a notch higher. The Capresso 471.01 CoffeeTEC Digital 10-cup Coffeemaker is a coffeemaker that brews your favorite coffee into an insulated carafe.

What makes this special is that it has a frothing attachment which allows you to turn your cup from a simple coffee to a cappuccino. This unit can also froth hot chocolate and milk with the same frothing attachment. Prices for this coffeemaker start at $250.

Capresso 471.01 CoffeeTEC Digital 10-cup Coffeemaker Specifications:

Weight: 11 pounds
Dimensions: 11 x 11 x 14 inches
Brews 10 5-ounce cups of coffee directly into a stainless-steel vacuum carafe
High-quality carafe keeps coffee hot 4 hours without a warming plate
Programmable digital clock/timer for “wake-up” coffee
Permanent GoldTone filter eliminates messy paper filters; push-button, swing-out filter holder
Warranty: 1-year warranty

FrothXpress
The Capresso 471.01 CoffeeTEC Digital 10-cup Coffeemaker can brew up to 10 cups of 5-ounce coffee. It is fairly easy to use as it can brew coffee right into the stainless steel vacuum carafe. The FrothXpress also allows you to heat up to 32 ounces of milk and froth it so you can make more than just coffee and turn it into a delicious cup of cappuccino.

Permanent GoldTone Filter
This model features a permanent GoldTone filter that makes cleaning easier. This is also environment-friendly as it eliminates the need for paper filters and is also neat and makes it easier to clean the coffeemaker as the filter can be removed at the press of a push-button.

Automated Features
This coffeemaker also has an automated wake-up clock timer which can be set up to 24 hours in advance so that your coffee will always be ready whenever you want it. It also has other programmable attachments such as a stand-by mode that gets activated if the coffeemaker is not turned off manually, it shuts down after a while.

Capresso 471.01 CoffeeTEC Digital 10-cup Coffeemaker At A Glance…

Pros:

Froths milk or chocolate perfectly
Automated features
Filter is easy to use and clean

Cons:

Expensive

These days, more people want more than just a simple cup of coffee. Cappuccino and espresso machines make it easier for you to have a frothy cup without always having to spend on cafes. The Capresso 471.01 CoffeeTEC Digital 10-cup Coffeemaker is a top-of-the-line model that gives you commercial quality cappuccino-making capabilities with its FrothXpress that can perfectly froth milk or chocolate.

Though this unit can be heavy on the budget compared to more simple and basic units of coffeemakers, for those who are serious about their coffee, then this is certainly a good buy.

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West Bend 56870 10-Cup Drip Coffeemaker Review

Sat, 05 Dec 2009 13:36:18 +0000

The West Bend 56870 10-Cup Drip Coffeemaker is an economical, yet fully functional machine with features you’d expect to see on higher-priced models. This unit is designed in black with silver accents. The plastic exterior surface has a matte finish to hide fingerprints and also stays cool to the touch during use.

West Bend 56870 Coffee Maker Specifications:

Dimensions: 15 x 8.5 x 11.4 inches
Weight: 6 lbs.
Capacity: 10 cups
Color: Black and Stainless
Warranty: 1 year limited

West Bend 56870 has a control panel consists of four pushbutton controls for on/off, program, hour and min. The on/off button starts the brewing cycle immediately and the program button lets you preset the brewing to begin at a later time up to 24 hours in advance. A red indicator light illuminates while brewing is in progress and stays lit during the keep warm cycle that follows. A yellow indicator light signals when the program mode has been activated.

The height of this coffeemaker may be a problem if you have low cabinet clearance. To fill the reservoir and add coffee grounds, you need to lift the top, which adds another 6 inches to the height. You can pull the machine forward on your counter during brewing and thus gain the required height by positioning the unit in front, instead of placing it under the cabinets. In fact, the forward position is ideal for brewing so that any steam dodging through the top vent holes won’t damage the finish on your cabinets.

Other features that work well include the smooth-pouring glass carafe, removable permanent cone-shaped mesh filter and basket, and clear water reservoir with easy-to-see fill-level markings.

The West Bend 56870 brews a full pot of coffee in about 10-12 minutes. This unit also has a pause-’n-serve feature that allows you to sneak a cup before the brew cycle has finished. There’s just one that’s not so great about this coffee machine, it is a bit noisier than others in its category. Once the brew cycle has completed the keep warm mode is practically silent.

West Bend 56870 at a glance…

Pros:

Makes good coffee
Affordable
Easy to clean

Cons:

Noisy during brewing
Height may be a disadvantage for kitchens with low-hanging counters

Overall, the West Bend 56870 is an efficient, affordable machine that brews up to 10 cups of coffee fairly quickly and with little or no hassle at all.

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Cuisinart DGB-600BCW Grind-and-Brew Thermal 10-Cup Automatic Coffeemaker Review

peachy — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:55:10 +0000

Cuisinart is practically synonymous with elegantly designed kitchenware appliances and products and the Cuisinart DGB-600BCW Grind-and-Brew Thermal 10-Cup Automatic Coffeemaker is no exception. This coffeemaker grinds your coffee beans automatically before brewing, so every cup is rich and great-tasting. It has an automatic timer that can be set up to 24 hours ahead so you always have fresh coffee when you want it.

Its brew-pause function also lets you pour yourself a cup of coffee even if the machine isn’t finished brewing the coffee grounds yet. This machine is also quite affordable with prices starting at only $99 also comes with a charcoal water filter and a gold-tone permanent filter that helps remove impurities from the water.

Cuisinart DGB-600BCW Grind-and-Brew Thermal 10-Cup Automatic Coffeemaker Specifications:

Weight: 12 pounds
Dimensions: 7.5 x 15 x 7.75 inches
Cord storage; brew-pause function; 1 to 4 cup setting; 24-hour programmable timer
Double-wall insulated thermal carafe keeps coffee warm for hours; automatic shut-off
Charcoal water filter; measuring scoop; Gold Tone permanent filter and instructions included
Double-wall insulated thermal carafe keeps coffee warm for hours; automatic shut-off
10-cup coffee machine combines coffee brewing and bean grinding
Warranty: Limited 3-year warranty

Automatic Grinding
This coffeemaker combines the power of bean-grinding and coffee-brewing in one machine. Just pour in your coffee beans of choice and the machine will automatically grind them just before brewing.

This saves you the cost of buying a separate grinder while at the same time giving a fresh and rich-tasting cup of coffee every time.

Keeps Coffee Hot for Longer
Most avid coffee lovers want their coffee steaming hot and this coffeemaker delivers just that. It features an insulated, brushed metal, double-wall, thermal carafe which can accommodate up to 10 cups of coffee in a single brew and keep it hot for hours.

Problems with the Grinder
Despite the promise of convenience from a combination grinding and brewing machine, a lot of users have had complaints about this machine’s grinder function. Most of them report that the grinder can get very loud and messy during operation so it has to be cleaned after every use.

Cuisinart DGB-600BCW Grind-and-Brew Thermal 10-Cup Automatic Coffeemaker At A Glance…

Pros:

Affordable
Gold Tone permanent filter and charcoal water filter helps remove impurities from water

Cons:

Grinder is loud, gets messy and must be cleaned after each use

There are a lot of coffeemakers out in the market but most people who buy the Cuisinart DGB-600BCW Grind-and-Brew Thermal 10-Cup Automatic Coffeemaker are attracted to its combination grind and brew function. However, the money you save from this combination machine may eventually cost you more as most users report several problems with the grinder which make it more a pain to use than a convenience.

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KitchenAid JavaStudio Programmable Coffee Maker Review

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:06:40 +0000

Savor the ultimate in coffee freshness, flavor and aroma with this programmable model featuring a vacuum -insulated strainless steel thermal carafe which maintains freshness. Professional style stainless steel cladding makes a bold design statement. Generous 10-cup capacity. Wake up to a fresh brew with the KitchenAid JavaStudio Collection Programmable Coffee Maker with Thermal Carafe 10-c.

Optimum flavor for small quantities with 1 to 4 Cup Brew Cycle. Determine freshness at a glance with ‘Time Since Brew’ display. Eliminate paper filters with the Gold Tone Filter.

KitchenAid JavaStudio Specifications:

Capacity: 10 cups
Auto Shut Off: Yes
Width: 8.5 inches
Height: 14 inches
Depth: 14 inches
Weight: 9.4 lbs.
Material: Brushed Stainless Steel Housing
Warranty: One Year

The KitchenAid JavaStudio Coffeemaker has a nice stylish look. The steel carafe makes you worry-free from breakage compared to a glass carafe. It has a gold mesh filter that eliminates the hassle of paper filters. The auto clean light will illuminate to let you know when cleaning is required, due to mineral build up. You can also see the water level easily. A plastic measuring spoon is also included.

Customers are pleased with the elegant look of this coffee machine. They also like the clock and programming keys because they function really well. It alerts you at time intervals to let you know how long you have been brewing. Another great thing is the front-fill feature. Kitchenaid designed the top with channel to fill the reservoir by pouring water from the front, right next to the filter.

But some customers are disappointed with its performance. It barely makes 10 cups and the coffee comes out lukewarm and needs to be reheated in the microwave. There were also reported cases of leakage from the bottom after using it for a while. Customers are also not happy about the quantity of coffee grounds needed to achieve the coffee flavor. They had to double the usual amount of coffee grounds.

KitchenAid JavaStudio at a glance…

Pros:

Nice stylish appearance
Sturdy steel carafe
Auto clean light

Cons:

Barely makes 10 cups
Expensive
Leakage from the bottom

The fact that the KitchenAid JavaStudio Collection Programmable Coffee Maker with Thermal Carafe 10-c is an expensive coffee machine, people are expecting excellent coffee experience to get their money’s worth. Some are happy and satisfied but some are disappointed.

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Mr. Coffee FTTX95 10-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker Review

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:51:48 +0000

Form follows function with a sleek coffee maker, and the Double Wall Stainless Steel Thermal Carafe that keeps coffee piping hot. The Brushed Chrome Accents pair perfectly with today’s stainless-steel kitchens. And Mr. Coffee FTTX95 10-Cup Programmable Thermal Coffeemaker lets you wake up to a pot of coffee tailor-made to your taste.

Mr. Coffee FTTX95 Specifications:

Color: Black
Capacity: 10 cups
Height: 13 inches
Length: 7 inches
Depth: 11 inches
Weight: 8 lbs.
Warranty: 1-year limited

Mr. Coffee FTTX95 has a programmable thermal carafe. The removable filter basket lifts out of brew basket for quick-and-easy cleaning. Brewing Pause ‘n Serve lets you pour a cup of coffee while the coffee maker is still brewing. Delay Brew allows you to set your coffee maker up to 24 hours in advance to begin brewing at a specific time. Dual Water Windows show the amount of water in the reservoir for accurate filling.

Special Cleaning Cycle makes cleaning your coffee maker quick-and-easy. Brew Strength Selector lets you choose to make your coffee stronger. Water Filtration removes up to 97% of chlorine for better-tasting coffee.

Audible Ready Signals alert you when the coffee maker has finished the brewing or cleaning cycle. Cord Storage safely stores excess cord to keep your countertop neat.

Customers have the same issues with this Mr. Coffee 10-cup and the Mr. Coffee 8-cup model. Well, it’s not surprising that they experience the same problems. After all, it’s the same brand.

Coffee grounds end up in the carafe and your cup of coffee. It’s like the basket filter is useless. And since coffee grounds are not filtered properly, it tends to build up on the lid.

With all the features of this coffee machine, it still fails to make hot coffee. This problem seems to be rampant among coffeemakers regardless of the brand or model. Customers just can’t be happy with the lukewarm coffee coming out of the carafe.

Mr. Coffee FTTX95 at a glance…

Pros:

Modern design
Programmable

Cons:

Coffee is not hot enough
Coffee grounds residue

More customers are disappointed than those who are happy with the Mr. Coffee FTTX95 10-Cup Programmable Thermal Coffeemaker. Its your call whether to buy or not.

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Saeco TDCM-GL Renaissance Coffee Machine Review

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:49:22 +0000

The Saeco TDCM-GL Renaissance 10-Cup Digital Coffee Maker with Glass Carafe with a newly designed glass carafe is stylish and full of features.

Saeco TDCM-GL Specifications:

Dimensions: 12.2 x 8.2 x 14.4 inches
Weight: 10 lbs.
Capacity: 10 cups

The programmable control panel has a digital display with blue LED light that allows for simple programming of the automatic timer function. The warming plate keeps coffee hot for two hours when the coffeemaker will automatically shut off. The 55-ounce top-filling water tank makes for convenient filling of the coffeemaker with the carafe or directly at the water source.

This coffee maker also features a top loading filter basket with removable internal basket for easy coffee loading and removal and the handy pause and serve function that allows you to pour a cup of coffee while the coffeemaker is still brewing.

Customers love the stylish look of Saeco TDCM-GL Renaissance 10-Cup Digital Coffee Maker with Glass Carafe. The size of the coffee machine is also perfect and does not take up much counter space. It is easy to clean and easy to use.

This coffeemaker makes great coffee but does not deliver the 10 cups as promised.

Saeco TDCM-GL at a glance…

Pros:

Programmable timer
Simple
Easy to use

Cons:

More expensive compared to other brands
Barely makes 10 cups

Overall, the Saeco TDCM-GL Renaissance 10-Cup Digital Coffee Maker with Glass Carafe is a decent coffeemaker, a bit pricey compared to other brands but makes good coffee.

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