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.

Zojirushi EC-BD15 Fresh Brew Carafe Coffee Maker Review is a post from: Coffee Maker Reviews

Zojirushi EC-DAC50 Zutto 5-Cup Drip Coffeemaker Review

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:34:00 +0000

Zojirushi EC-DAC50 Zutto 5-Cup Drip Coffeemaker is one of the products included in the Zutto Collection. The concept of this collection is focused on the design and technology of the product. This coffeemaker features a removable water tank and water filter that lasts up to 2 years under normal use for clean operation. It brews up to 5 cups of coffee and features automatic keep warm.

Zojirushi EC-DAC50 Coffeemaker Specifications:

Power output: 650 watts
Color: Silver
Capacity: 5 cups
Height: 10.6 inches
Length: 8.9 inches
Depth: 6 inches
Weight: Approximately 3.5 lbs.
Water Tank Size: 22.99 oz.
Included accessories: Measuring spoon
Warranty: 1-year limited

Two words to describe this coffeemaker – simple and basic. This 5-cup drip coffeemaker has control buttons with symbolic icons so they can be generally understood. The filter cone sits inside the decanter making it more compact and easier to use. Another feature would be the concealed, removable water reservoir.

The replaceable water filter lasts up to two years under normal use for clean operation. The automatic keep warm function guarantees the last serving will still be warm. This includes a measuring spoon and a user manual.

The Zojirushi EC-DAC50 Zutto 5-Cup Drip Coffeemaker has a compact design that is ideal for those people who don’t have much counter space in their kitchen. It also keeps your counter space neat and tidy. It’s very easy to clean compared to other bulky coffeemakers. The splash guard, just above where the hot water hits the ground coffee is easy to remove and clean with running water.

The water reservoir and cover can also be removed easily for cleaning and complete drying. You can actually remove it and bring it to the sink to fill it rather than pouring water into the machine with the possibility of spilling and making a mess. The carafe’s inner surface is easy to reach, clean and rinse.

The Zojirushi EC-DAC50 might be more expensive than other brands but it does make good coffee. Mainly because of the cone-bottom filter that removes all the unwanted flavors from the water after heating it.

However, a few complaints were raised about the temperature of the coffee. Some customers claimed that coffee does not come out hot. It’s not that they want to burn or scald their lips and tongue while drinking the hot coffee but the coffee is barely warm.

Another issue is about the carafe handle design. It works by a metal strap tight around the neck of the carafe, holding the handle on. Pressure on the neck of the carafe develops when pouring resulting to cracks and eventually leads to breakage.

Others were also complaining about the capacity of the coffee maker. They said the large coffee pot hardly makes 5 cups. Some customers also wished that an auto shut off feature be added to avoid burnt coffee if in case you forgot to turn it off.

Zojirushi EC-DAC50 at a glance…