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This is another quality coffeemaker from Hamilton Beach.

The Hamilton Beach 43254 Ensemble 12-Cup Coffeemaker not only looks good on the counter, but makes HOT coffee and you don’t need a university degree to work out how to use it.

Hamilton Beach 43254 Ensemble 12-Cup Coffeemaker Features:

• user-friendly control panel
• digital display
• drip free spout
• stay cool handle
• programmable clock / timer, allowing you to wake up to freshly brewed coffee
• nonstick hot plate
• can sneak in a quick sip whilst the coffee is still brewing
• two-hour automatic shut-off for safety and peace of mind,
• cord storage, and
• easy-to-clean removable parts

The Hamilton Beach 43254 coffeemaker measures approximately 11 by 8 by 14 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

All in all, you won’t be disappointed.

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This DeLonghi 12-cup glass carafe is a standard carafe which should fit most standard coffee makers.

It is like most glass carafes which come with a coffee maker, so if you should need a replacement for whatever reason, this one should suffice.

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Many automatic drip coffeemakers oversaturate the grounds, resulting in flavorless, watery coffee. The Krups 468-42 Moka Brew 8-Cup Coffeemaker aims to avoid fitting into that category by using steam to generate a low-pressure brewing process. The brews are strong, but not bitter – an rare achievement of other coffee machines.

The unique design of the Krups 468-42 Moka Brew makes it stand out next to other automatic drip machines. Instead of pouring water into a tank on the side of this coffeemaker, water is poured directly below a lid that lifts up from the warming plate. When the unit is turned on, steam pressure forces just enough water up a tube hidden in the coffeemaker’s frame and through the grounds, which rest in a compact filter right beneath the lid. The result is up to 8 cups of rich and aromatic Italian-style coffee. Stainless-steel heating elements heat water quickly and continue to keep the carafe at the right temperature while on the hot plate. The graduated glass carafe lets you monitor how many cups you’ve brewed and has a locking lid to safeguard against accidental spills.

Here are a couple of tips we found through research:

1. When you are in a hurry, just fill the brew chamber with hot tap water instead of cold.The taste is no different and it brews in half the time.
2. When you first get it home, experiment with the grind, and amount of coffee. I found that a grind half-way between drip and espresso is perfect. I use only half the amount of coffee per cup I would with drip, and get a richer cup. The Moka brew is not cheap, but because I use less coffee it will pay for itself the first year.
3. You cannot get filters except by phone through Krups. However, I have found that using 2 standard 3.5″ disk filters (cheap at any major supermarket) and offsetting them slightly so they cover the 3.75″ in basket, you can get perfect coffee with no grinds slipping into the brew.

The Krups 468-42 Moka Brew 8-Cup Coffeemaker comes with 100 paper filters to get you started and is covered by a limited one-year warranty.

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The best feature of this Capresso 441.05 MT-500 Plus 10-cup Coffeemaker is that it is FAST! It can brew up to 10 cups in under eight minutes and the carafe then keeps the coffee hot for several hours. All-in-all, this is a great machine and we feel very comfortable recommending it. It is a little on the pricey side, but we feel it is actually worth the bit of extra money – that is, of course, a very individual decision.

Another great feature of this Capresso 441.05 MT-500 Plus 10-cup Coffeemaker is that the carafe prevents coffee from turning bitter, as it can when sitting on a warming plate, and doesn’t have to remain with the machine for coffee to stay hot. The machine also offers a setting for brewing three to five cups without diluting the flavor or aroma. The unit’s charcoal water filter removes up to 83 percent of the chlorine in tap water, and its electronic indicator shows when the water filter needs replacing. To reduce calcification, Capresso’s stainless-steel ThermoBlock system prevents water from contacting aluminum inside the machine.

Capresso 441.05 MT-500 Plus 10-cup Coffeemaker Features:

• digital, programmable, 24-hour clock/timer makes it possible to have coffee ready in the morning
• brew-pause function allows for pouring a cup midbrew (I just love this feature!)
• handy side panel with easy-access soft-touch controls,
• illuminated LED display
• drip-free spout
• permanent Gold Tone filter
• automatic shutoff after brewing, so no checking if you’ve turned it off (I know I am guilty of that)
• external water-level indicator (can be a bit hard to see for some people with bad eye-sight)
• concealed cord storage
• measures 9-3/4 by 10 by 13-3/4 inches
• one-year limited warranty against defects

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The Bunn A10 Pour-O-Matic Coffee Brewer is super easy to use – once the tank is filled and preheated to brewing temperature (in about 15 minutes), the Pour-Omatic immediately begins brewing coffee whenever more water (2-cup minimum) is added. So you’re never more than three minutes away from a fresh cup of coffee. Holds brewed coffee indefinitely at the perfect temperature for drinking, or you can use the preheated water for tea or other beverages. The brewing funnel fits easily into positioning slots and included also are two large packages of Bunn drip filters, a spring for deliming the drip mechanism, and a clearly written, illustrated instruction booklet to help you get the best performance from this appliance.

The Bunn A10 Pour-O-Matic Coffee Brewer won’t disappoint even the most serious coffee drinker out there.

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Breville BKC700XL Gourmet Single Cup Brewer brews a perfect cup of fresh coffee, every time.

The beauty of this machine is that is uses the K-cups as well as allowing you to use filter coffee as well. Who said you can’t have your cake and eat it too?? There are over 200 choices of K-cups as well, which should be enough variety for most people and can be purchased at Keurig.com.

Breville BKC700XL Gourmet Single Cup Brewer features:

• Technology: water is evenly distributed, resulting in a rich, smooth cup every time. Also, the filter removes impurities that affect the smell and taste of water
• Iced Beverage Function: Place tall glass filled with ice on drip tray, select  the iced beverage brew size button and dilute with milk, water or sweeteners for iced tea or coffee.  Dispenses and concentrates a 3.5-oz. shot of tea or coffee.
• Quiet Brew Technology: very quiet whilst brewing
• Easy-to-use blue LCD screen
• Programmable digital clock
• Auto on-of
• Variable brew temperature settings.
• Removable drip tray to accommodate travel mugs.
• Storage compartment

A note to the consumer:  The filter is included and should be changed every 2 months, as indicated by the date dial..60-oz. water tank, up to 10 cups.

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The BUNN NHBX-B Contemporary 10-Cup Home Coffee Brewer consists of commercial-grade materials with stainless-steel accents. It is a unique reservoir-style home-brewing system makes up to 10 cups (50 ounces) of coffee in just three minutes, plus it keeps hot water available for tea or other uses as needed. Buyer beware: the engineering behind this technology is such that there are two water tanks, one which is pre-heated 24/7. So, beware of costly energy bills in the energy used to keep this water hot.

This BUNN NHBX-B Contemporary 10-Cup coffee brewer features an internal thermostat keeping water at an ideal temperature for maximum flavor and fast brewing. In addition, the unit’s patented sprayhead design improves coffee-flavor extraction, while its porcelain-coated warming plate with a lighted “on/off” switch helps keep brewed coffee at the optimal serving temperature for hours.

Other highlights of this BUNN NHBX-B 10-Cup include a convenient sliding lid for easy addition of brew water, a durable glass decanter with a generous handle, and a vacation switch to turn the tank heater off when the brewer will not be used for a long period of time. The home coffee brewer measures 11-3/5 by 9 by 13-2/3 inches and carries a three-year limited warranty.

Bunn coffee machines are built to last and the BUNN NHBX-B coffeemaker is no exception. So whilst you may spend a bit more money on keeping this machine running (in energy costs), you may save money in the long run.

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The  Black & Decker DCM2000B SmartBrew 12-Cup Coffeemaker is a coffee maker for the individual who wants no fuss coffee brewing. This is a machine that is simple in its design and brewing and therefore suited for someone who doesn’t want to make a fuss making a simple cup of coffee.

The DCM2000B SmartBrew coffee maker is smart in its design. It has clear markings on the carafe which make it very helpful in keeping track of the water level and has accessible on/off switch. This coffeemaker has its “cupcake” shaped filter to make sure that you get only the finest brew. And since coffee should be served as hot as it could be, this kitchen gadget makes sure that it is such with the warming plate.

And for those who are too anxious for their cup and can’t wait for it to finish brewing, this DCM2000B SmartBrew coffee maker has incorporated a sneak-a-cup feature, enabling you to enjoy a cup of coffee while the unit is brewing.

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The Cuisinart DGB-600BC Grind and Brew Coffee Maker is a presentation of how technology has advanced.

You can pre-set this coffeemaker for your desired wake-up time, add coffee beans to the grinder, and in the morning the beans are ground to a medium grind and hot coffee awaits in the 10-cup stainless steel, double-wall insulated thermal carafe. It is the next best thing to having your own personal barista in your own home. All you have to do is drink it! You can also program the machine to start brewing at the end of a dinner party to avoid having to get up from the table, or to have hot coffee waiting after a cold day out.

When making fewer than five cups of coffee, use the 1-to-4-cups setting to improve extraction and heat. A disposable charcoal filter removes chlorine and odors from tap water, improving coffee flavor, and should be changed every few months. Other features include a gold-tone commercial-style filter (or use No. 4 basket-style paper filters); capacity to use preground coffee instead of beans; 30-second Brew Pause, which allows a cup be poured before brewing is complete; and an audible tone to indicate the pot is ready. The grinder removes for easy cleaning, and all removable parts can be washed safely in the upper rack of a dishwasher. The Cuisinart Grind and Brew measures 15 by 8 by 7-1/2 inches, and comes with a three-year warranty.

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Four-cup coffee maker is the perfect size for office or dorm room, with all the features of a full-size coffee maker. With a small footprint that doesn’t take up much space on the counter, this 4-cup coffee maker is ideal for a small household or a second home.

Features include

• Brew Pause feature lets you interrupt the brewing process so you can pour a cup before its finished
• 4-cup stainless steel carafe with ergonomic handle provides comfortable, dripless pouring
• Reservoir lid lifts up for easy filling
• Auto shutoff feature turns the unit off after 30 minutes
• Compact unit is perfect when counter space it tight
• Brew cycle is easy to start with the push of a button
• Cord storage feature keeps countertop neat and safe
• Scratch resistant, nonstick warming plate keeps coffee hot at 185 degrees

An instruction manual and a #2 paper filter starter kit are included. Strikingly modern in black and stainless steel, the coffee maker measures 7-1/2 by 5 by 10-1/2 inches and carries a three-year limited warranty.

This product comes with mixed reviews so watch out for:

• The carafe will dribble if you don’t pour quickly,
• Does not stay hot long after the auto shut-off.

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