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Krups Allegro Espresso Makers Review

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(More customer reviews)So I didn't buy this on amazon but at Crate and Barrel instead where you can return the product should anything go wrong.

That being said, my husband has enjoyed latte's 5-7 times a week now for over a month and the machine works great each time.The one thing you just have to make sure you do is release the pressure in the machine after you've let the machine cool down for some time.If you don't I think the seal would have issues.

Also, the milk steamer should be cleaned periodically with hot water or else you get junk built up on it.

Anyway, it's a great little machine and I love it.

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Product Description:
Krups FND111 Allegro Espresso Machine, Black &Silver. This easy to operate 4 bar espresso maker quickly makes espresso, cappuccino and lattes.

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Braun KF590 Impressions Digital 10-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker Review

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(More customer reviews)Update: November 23, 2008:
I regret to report that this coffee maker stopped working today, less than 3 years after I received it. The power light goes on, but the heating element doesn't heat, and the water doesn't flow from the tank. The warranty is only one year, so no recourse there.While I was very happy with the Braun while it worked, I would expect a fairly simple mechanism to last longer.

I'm not saying everyone's Braun will suddenly stop working at about three years, and I don't know how well other coffee makers fare. However, I do know that most Cuisinarts have a THREE-YEAR warranty at no extra cost. With that timeframe, I could have replaced this for free (or, no more than the the price of shipping.) SInce I gave pretty much a rave review of this product, I wanted all potential buyers to know of my experience with its durability.It may still be worth purchasing, but I can no longer recommmend it without reservation.ORIGINAL REVIEW:
This Braun coffeemaker brews coffee so consistently hot and very flavorful that, if Aaron Copeland had worked for an advertising agency (shudder), his moving composition, "Fanfare for the Common Man," could have promoted it.Fortunately, he didn't.

OK, that intro was a stretch. So, without further delay, let me sing the praises of this Christmas gift:

A.Temperature."It's not hot enough!" is perhaps the most common complaint about coffeemakers.We can divide this into two categories: First, the coffee is not hot enough when made, and second, the coffee does not stay hot after it is made.
1.The Braun KF 590 (also known as the KF590E) brews very hot coffee, when initially poured you couldn't take it any hotter unless you had damaged nerve endings in your mouth.As with any hot beverage, the coffee will stay warmer depending on the coffee cup's insulation qualities (thick walls, relatively narrow, perhaps pre-heated with hot water)
2.Temperature Duration.The carafe of my old Krups (Crystal Arome Time, #400 series) seemed to keep things warm for about 20 minutes; this was completely unsatisfactory and the main reason for wanting a new one.My new Braun (thanks Mom and Dad!) kicks Krups' butt in this area, keeping it hot for hours without a burnt flavor.The default setting (until automatic shut-off) is 2 hours of heat, but you can manually adjust it from 20 minutes to 3 hours.

B.Convenience of Operation:The Braun is relatively easy to use, but a limited number of buttons (4) and indicator lights (2) operate the clock, the automatic shut-off described above, and the automatic start-up (setting the time that you want the coffeemaker to begin brewing).It does take a bit of time to learn these programming features; I consulted the brief instructions for a few days before I got the hang of it.Once learned, it not easy to forget.I don't think this should bea factor in deciding whether to purchase this. The Braum brews coffee faster than in the old Krups, and like many machines, this one stops the coffee flow when the impatient (or the addicted) simply must pour a little java before all the water has run through.Noise level is about average, you can hear it brewing, but it's doesn't sputter loudly when done.Another contrast to the Krups is the nicely designed carafe handle and the ease of pouring coffee without spilling it.

C.Features:THE WATER FILTER-It's almost unbelievable that the instructions don't include the replacement model number for the "Braun Brita" water filter.They're not hesitant to tell you that it "improves coffee flavor by significantly reducing chlorine and also prevents calcification ... Provided that the cartridge is replaced regularly every two months, it not only brews better tasting coffee but can also extend the life of your coffeemaker by preventing [this gets redundant] calcification buildup.Braun water filer cartridges are available at your local retailer or Braun service centers."

WHAT THEY DON'T TELL YOU...Use the following to replace the "Braun Brita" water filter: The KWF2. (web citation: http://www.theessentials.com/jump.jsp?itemID=994&itemType=PRODUCT&path=1%2C2%2C8%2C65%2C336&iProductID=994 ). As of this date, this costs $9.99 for a two-pack.At one filter every two months (see below), annual replacement (assuming no shipping) will cost you about $60, or about 75% of the current Amazon.com sale price.Braun and Brita executives must be in their cups about this sweet little arrangement they've brewed.

As stated immediately above, Braun's manual recommends that you buy a new water filter every two months, but the Braun-linked website above tells you to replace it every 70 brews. Depending on your consumption, that could easily take three or four months, not two. Also, running vinegar through the machine twice should dissolve most or all of the calcification, and one can always just buy bottled water.

Big Brother Braun reminds you that it's time to change the water filter with a small but cheesy-looking 12-month "time for a new filter" dial on top.This is a slightly annoying and unattractive feature onan otherwise stylish machine.There's a permanent (but removable) "gold cone" filter, the type of filter that most aficionados prefer for its superior brewing properties.It appears you can buy a replacement filter at Amazon.com, although other than an accidental tear or accumulated stains (which can be removed with baking soda and scrubbing), the filter should last for years. However, it doesn't look gold and it's not clear to me whether there really is a gold coating over the fine steel mesh. One can manually swing out the filter holder, or lightly push a small silver button atop the machine.Very nicely done.

D.Maintenance:Very easy: Wipe off the outside, run vinegar or water through it, and take out the gold cone filter and run water over it. Because part of the holder for the gold cone filter is metallic, it is supposedly not dishwasher safe, the manual recommends wiping it down with a damp cloth with a small amount of dishwashing soap if desired.I didn't see any metal parts except the metallic exterior of the holder; personally, I'm gonna dunk the thing. Since the manual is so incomplete, you may want to copy the "authorized" Braun Service Center number:1-800/272-8611.

E. Where to Buy Accesories:
1.The KWF2 Water Filter:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000062UH2/ref=ord_cart_shr/103-7519344-0327817?%5Fencoding=UTF8&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&v=glance&n=284507
2. Gold-Tone Filter
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007W04A2/qid=1137279064/sr=1-12/ref=sr_1_12/103-7519344-0327817?%5Fencoding=UTF8&v=glance&n=284507

F.The Bottom Line:Easily one of the best coffeemaker out there, the Braun KF590 makes delicious hot coffee that stays hot, and it sells at a very reasonable price.I considered the Braun 600 "Impressions" machine because of its thermos-like carafe, but that feature is a double-edged sword, you can't see how much coffee is left.Aside from the small but ridiculous water changer dial on top, the chrome and black Braun 590 looks good and is moderately sized for its capacity.

Look at the reviews of the other coffeemakers and you may agree that this is the best one for the money.I will be updating this review in a few months to let people know about the Braun's durability.

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Product Description:
This stylish coffeemaker calls for ultimate coffee enjoyment thanks to its brewing technology delivering hot, fully extracted and aromatic coffee. The exclusive Brita® water filter further improves the flavor by reducing chlorine, but also prevents calcification.

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Krups FME2 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker with Glass Carafe, White Review

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(More customer reviews)Noodles' review is just about exactly what I was going to write. Our old ProAroma was a better machine. It's hard to believe anyone at Krups would think it was an improvement to lock out all controls except "off" when the machine is on program mode. You want to change the program? Set the program "off" time longer? You have to turn it off to do that. Then, when you turn it back on to keep the coffee warm, it thinks you want to brew a new pot, and starts an "empty reservoir" alarm. The automatic start program doesn't cancel after it runs, it stays on. Uhhh... Krups? It's obvious that I would have to actively tend to the machine - like add a filter? Coffee? Water? before it makes coffee again. Wouldn't it make sense to assume that I would be capable of setting the program again at that time? Krups thinks you should be forced to remember to turn the program off (not possible when it's still warming the carafe!) if you don't want to use it.If you forget LATER, after the program time has run it's course, it starts the "empty reservoir" alarm nice and early Saturday morning. Our ProAroma was completely programmable any time - and it had more features. This machine is definitely a step down. Oh, wait - I forgot - the carafe has a lid that won't come off, won't open far enough to stay open by itself, and stained brown in a month. How am I supposed to fit this in the dishwasher - with the lid closed? I guess so. I wish the old carafe with the snap-on, snap-off lid would fit this thing. OK, so I got it for $60, much cheaper than the last few (non e-bay) ProAromas would have cost me. But I feel bad that I didn't just spend $20 on Mr. Coffee. I think this machine was not only built in China, it was designed there by someone who had never laid hands on a ProAroma. Coffee is fine, but so is it when I boil water in a kettle and pour it over the grounds in a Melitta filter...this is just handier. The machine feels sturdy, not cheap. My gripe is in the programming. Oh, yeah, I forgot - they moved the electronics back under the heating element, where coffee and water get spilled on it. Not up high like the ProAroma's.

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Product Description:
New from Krups, this 12-cup programmable coffee maker has 1,100 watts to provide fast and efficient brewing. The programmable timer/auto on sets the start time each day and has a 1-3 cup flavor setting to maximize flavor extraction from small quantities of coffee.There is an audible signal indicating when the machine is done brewing and a popular pause and serve feature allows interruption anytime during brewing. After brewing, the heating plate time is adjustable from 1 to 5 hours.The 60 ounce water reservoir has a detection feature which shuts the unit off if completely empty has a built in water filtration system to remove chlorine and limescale buildup. Beautifully styled with a blue illuminated LED control panel for easy of use, it has a soft eject filter holder for smooth control swing out action, and easy pour 12 cup glass carafe with no drip spout and ergonomic handle design. The descaling indicator measures brew time and calculates when descaling is necessary. Comes with a 1-year warranty.

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

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(More customer reviews)We were generally happy with the Cuisinart DCC-100-- while it lasted. A few months ago it started working intermittently. It wouldn't always brew the coffee. Finally it stopped working altogether. The hot plate was not very warm, and it looked as though the problem might be the thermostat. So we took the coffeemaker apart. There appear to be two coils--a high power unit for brewing the coffee, and a lower power coil for keeping it warm. A thermostat in a round white ceramic package monitors the temperature. It was open, even at room temperature, so the high power coil never went on. Took it apart. Found a very brittle plastic ring, and very corroded contacts. Opinion-- the thermostat is of poor quality. The contact materials appear to be of poor quality, very pitted, unable to sustain extended use. The brown plastic ring that actuates the contacts appears to be made of a material that cannot sustain the heat. This is based on a sample of just one unit, but my recommendation is to stay clear of this unit unless/until Cuisanart finds a new thermostat vendor and publicizes that action.

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Product Description:
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.

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Mr. Coffee Black and Stainless Steel 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker Review

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(More customer reviews)Coffee makers in our house usually last 5 years before they have to be replaced. Last year we shopped around and decided the Mr. Coffee Black and Stainless Steel 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker had the most bang for the buck.We have never owned a Mr. Coffee until now.We loved it until recently it started to act up, and of course the 1 year warranty just ran out a month ago.So we are shopping around for a new coffee maker, it won't be a Mr. Coffee.

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Product Description:
Get up to 12 cups of fresh-brewed coffee at your leisure with this 12-cup programmable coffeemaker from Mr. Coffee. The machine is black with stainless steel accents and has a pause'n serve feature that allows you to sneak a cup before brewing is finish. It also features a 2-hr. shutoff, fresh brew timer, brew strength selector, adjustable temperature warmer plate, special cleaning cycle and water filtration system. Made of glass and plastic. Imported. 13.75Hx7.25Wx11.5L".

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Melitta Ready Set Joe Travel Mug Coffeemaker Review

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(More customer reviews)The Brew Cone is wonderful...mmmm...freshly brewed coffee for every cup.
The Travel Mug is another story all-together. The seal on the lid is tenative at best.Mostly leakes coffee with every sip.I won't use the lid anymore.Otherwise it's a pretty mug.

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Product Description:
For clean, clear, flavorful brew in about 4 minutes, the manual drip can't be beat. Near-boiling water is poured in a circular motion over grounds in a cone style filter-this creates turbulence, evenly soaking and distributing the grounds. Coffee then drips through a paper filter that traps sediment and oils.

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Hamilton Beach 47686 Brewstation Plus Coffeemaker Review

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(More customer reviews)It's surprising to find true innovation in such an affordable product. I was concerned that having extra features on a coffee maker would be annoying or cumbersome but, this coffee maker is very easy to program or just use. The 1-4 cup feature and the extra flavor feature seemed like fluff to me, but I find myself enjoying them too.The design team should be rewarded for comming up with the dual purpose container, it's such an easy way to fill the resevoir while also keeping the coffee hot and fresh.
Every morning I start the day with a gooood cup of fresh coffee, no mess, no fuss. I like it!

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Product Description:
Housed in black with stainless-steel accents, this innovative coffeemaker offers more than just good looks. The countertop appliance brews up to 12 cups of great-tasting coffee at a time, but without the carafe normally associated with coffeemakers. Instead, the unit features an enclosed brewing system and gentle keep-warm heater that keeps brewed coffee hot, fresh, and flavorful for hours. The result: coffee never tastes scorched because there's no carafe or hot plate to alter the flavor of brewed coffee. Simply brew up to 12 cups of coffee like normal using any favorite ground coffee, then engage its convenient one-handed dispensing function with a regular mug or tall travel mug to fill--one cup at a time--with hot, delicious coffee. The unit's large easy-to-read backlit digital clock makes it effortless to program the unit for brewing at a later time--perfect for wake-up coffee or to have coffee ready to serve with dessert without having to get up from the table half way through dinner. It will also shut off automatically after two hours for safety and peace of mind. The coffeemaker measures approximately 8 by 6 by 17 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Mr. Coffee 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemakers Review

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(More customer reviews)First off; water does NOT leak from the back. There are two small vents just above the 12 cup mark which will allow overflow to spill out for safety reasons. If you're getting a water overflow, that means you OVER FILLED it.

That said, I didn't have too many needs when I purchased this item. I needed something cheap, and one that I could preset a brew time. I got this one on sale at Target (not my choice of stores, but I just happened to be there) for $25. I've had it now for over a month and it has worked very well for my needs.

I only buy fresh coffee beans, so I cannot say how tasty the coffee is for a drip coffee maker, but it works perfect for my freshly ground beans.

There is only one problem I can identify. For some reason, a small amount of ground up coffee overflows into the canister beneath the basket which holds the filter. Occasionally I even find a very few grounds into the water chamber as well. So far, to date, I've not gotten any into the actual pot, but there is something about the way the water drips that is causing this overflow.

I did however figure out a trick that has helped reduce this behavior. Instead of piling coffee into a mountain in the filter, I even it out to a flat bed of coffee. Perhaps I should've been doing that all along, but it was never a problem until I got this particular machine.

Overall I'm very pleased with this coffee maker and am happy with my purchase.

Pros
Preset brew time works perfect, quickly makes coffee, results are tasty, great price.

Cons
Grounds sometimes found outside of filter basket, but can be fixed as noted above.

The Bottom Line
This coffee maker brews quickly, is easy to use, can be preset for brew times and makes good coffee too.

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Product Description:
Serve up plenty of hot, fresh coffee with this coffee maker's 12-cup capacity. With the ingenious Pause 'n Serve feature, pour a cup of coffee while the coffee maker is still brewing. And use the Mr. Coffee® Delay Brew function to schedule brewing up to 24 hours in advance.

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Miele : CVA4070SS / CVA4062SS 24 Whole Bean/Ground Built-In Coffee System - Stainless Steel Review

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(More customer reviews)Makes good coffee, espresso, cappuccino, etc.
It tends to have problems quite often that require having Miele visit. If you decide to buy this, get the extended warranty. That's not very expensive, but then again this unit costs more than $2500. And keep your inexpensive drip coffee or inexpensive small espresso maker plugged in for the times that this unit needs repair. After Miele telephone support agrees that its not user-fixable, they tell you that the on-site service guys will call. So it can be several days before you have the unit working again.
Extremely unforgiving of user errors and it's not easily user-fixable even with the help of Miele telephone support.
Can be difficult to clean: there's a honeycombed insert into the drip tray that creates hard to clean crevices. A bad idea given that coffee is oily and sticky.
When the brew unit goes wrong, as it has couple times for me, I wish Miele would ship me a replacement unit and then have me ship the problem brew unit back.

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Primula HBC-0001 3-in-1 Hot-Beverage Center Review

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(More customer reviews)It's a beautiful thing to finally find what you have been looking for after searching, and researching and reading and asking . . . That's what happened with me and how I eventually came upon this amazing appliance.

For the longest time, I've been looking for a device which can make coffee & tea - hot chocolate is a bonus and not a necessity. I went to Bed Bath & Beyond, K-Mart, Walmart, Target and dozens of other stores I cannot even begin to recall.

I'll cut to the point: I found this 3-in-1 beverage center, purchased it immediately and could not possibly be happier. The electric tea kettle boils quickly, has 4 different temperature settings: Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate or Boil. It brings the water to the proper temperature quickly, is easy to clean and easy to use.

Also, I am partial to French Press coffee makers, which always seem to make the best coffee. If you haven't had a French Press before, get this. It's more than worth it and will make some fantastic coffee.

I could not be happier with this purchase and highly recommend it to everyone looking for an all-in-one device.

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Product Description:
The All in One beverage center brews coffee, tea, and cocoa.The beverage center has an adjustable temperature control with a timer and warming plate. Water temperature is maintained to produce the perfect tasting beverage. The beverage center features a stainless steel water kettle and a borosilicate glass press with an interchangeable tea basket.Perfect for home or office.

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Jura-Capresso 13289 Impressa S7 Avantgarde Automatic Coffee and Espresso Center Review

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(More customer reviews)Not sure if the first reviewer is misdirecting his dissatisfaction. Sounds like the spending of the vacation money was the real problem. Because this machine is perfect, and I have nothing bad to say about it. Other than that it does look a little Spartan, but only in a minor way.

It brews an wonderfull espresso, with thick, golden, foamy crema. It brews it absolutely perfectly, and consistently everytime. Overall the functionality of this machine is superb, and very customizable. Each button can be programmed to YOUR specifications, so easily a monkey could do it. The cup warmer is genious, the clean-up is easier than ANY drip maker I have used/owned. Overall the machine is also very quiet.

The 'Foofy' drinks (as I like to call them) are top notch! My wife prefers the lattes, Chai teas,etc. The frother on this machine has it's own dedicated thermoblock boiler, so there is no lag time, and the froth is excellent. Micro-bubbles as good as any Barista. Water filtering system is great, easy to activate, grinds, tamps beans which is excellent. Also has a chute for already ground coffee, good for Decaf, or flavored.

I guess you could complain about the plastic on the outside, but this does not bother me at all. and frankly seems easier to keep clean, which is a concern since milk etc splatters on the machine when you froth. Also keeps the machine lighter and enables you to move it without breaking your neck.

The ONLY difference between this machine and the S9A is the following:

Exterior look, S7A has black accents, S9A has the same plastic accents, but in silver.

S9A comes with the Frother X-Press, which quite honestly is useless unless you are entertaining and brewing several milk drinks at once. Anyway, frothing in the cup is fun.

The cup warmer on the S9A has stainless tray, whereas the S7A is plastic.

Otherwise, the functionality and insides of the machines is the same. And this is where both of these machines shine, on their functionality. They brew excellent, hot, delicious, rich, coffee in less than 60 seconds. They are tried and true, well-reviewed models.

If you are in the market, don't think twice about a Jura, the quality is fantastic, and end result brew is second to only a Semi-Auto.

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Product Description:
Combining dramatic aesthetics with advanced technology, this fully automatic coffee and espresso center grinds, tamps, brews, and cleans in under 60 seconds--with the simple push of a button. The unit's integrated, professional, solid-steel conical burr grinder offers quiet operation and six fineness settings for any type of bean, while a separate pre-ground funnel accommodates pre-ground coffee, which is great for making decaf or flavored coffee drinks when entertaining. A two-step pre-infusion cycle moistens and conditions the ground coffee for maximum flavor extraction with perfect crema topping. The machine features an 18-bar power pump with a dual 1250-watt stainless-steel lined ThermoBlock heating system where water and coffee never come in contact with aluminum, along with two frothers, the Dual Frother Plus and the frothXpress PLUS system, which allow for completely automated or manually controlled steaming and frothing.
Behind the door is a rotary dial with a black button, which allows for controlling any of the 15 functions, like water hardness, rinse, temperature, coffee strength, and steam. The machine provides four one-touch individually programmable beverage buttons, all with an override option for temperature, strength, and cup-size while brewing, along with an a la carte button for creating individualized cup size and strength just before brewing. For added convenience, its two-line LED display dialog system gives short, simple instructions like "select product", "fill water", and "clean unit". Selecting from "continuous-on" or "auto-off" from 1/2-hour to 15 hours in 1-hour increments makes sure the machine stays on as long as needed.
Other useful features include a 96-ounce removable water tank, a 10-ounce bean container, a height-adjustable coffee spout, a separate hot water spout for tea or hot chocolate, and a five-level water-hardness selector. In addition, its Clearyl water-care system removes chlorine, lead, aluminum, and copper for better tasting coffee, and an electronic water-level sensor ensures the machine never operates without water. Designed in matte-black housing with silver-metallic accents and a chrome-plated coffee spout, the coffee and espresso machine makes for a beautiful addition to any home or small office. The unit measures 15-3/4 by 14-3/4 by 13-3/4 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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Kalorik PC-20595 600-Watt 4-Cup Cordless Tea Maker with Tea/Coffee Filters Review

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(More customer reviews)The Worst....It's and old fashioned percolater. The keep warm cycle does not work. It just keeps percing and destroys your expensive tea. I am using it because I paid for it, but I hate it.

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Product Description:
Offering a 4-cup capacity, this distinct tea maker gives users total control over the brewing process. Since each tea drinker has a favorite level or shade of brewing tea, the unit offers a patented brewing selector switch where the tea can be stopped from brewing while it continues to keep warm. In addition, the unit's cordless design makes it simple to bring brewed tea to the table for serving guests. Other highlights include a generous handle and a drip-free spout for graceful pouring and non-slip feet to ensure secure placement on the counter. The unit fills and cleans easily, and a cleaning brush comes included. The tea maker measures approximately 7 by 8 by 9 inches and carries a one-year warranty.

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Saeco Odea Giro Fully Automatic Espresso Machine Review

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(More customer reviews)I had a Super Automatic espresso machine a few years ago until it went out. I figured it would cost more to get it fixed than it was worth. So, I bought this Saeco Odea Giro and I love it. My other machine was digital and had more options, but was also more expensive. I much prefer the Saeco Odea Giro because it is easier to use, quieter than my other machine and hopefully will last longer. As with most products, the more options and computers you have on it, the more of a chance something will go wrong.

The Giro was designed by BMW. This makes it less boxy looking, like most other espresso machines, and therefore much more pleasing to the eye. The controls are simple and straight forward. Turn it on and it heats up in 30 seconds. Select the amount of coffee to be ground, turn the dial for the amount of water you want and press the brew button. Of course, once you set the first two options, then you only have to press the brew button for the next cup. And that is it. The maximum amount of water it will dispense is about 9 ounces. Of course, if you press the brew button 2 times then you will get twice the amount or two cups of coffee. This amount of water works fine for me because I drink cappuccino.

I have tried different brands of coffee such as, Lavazza, Starbucks, Peets and Illy. I have found that Illy is the smoothest and no bitterness, but is the most expensive. I usually use Starbucks because it has a nice flavor and fairly mild. Coffee is subjective. Just try different brands and blends until you find the one you like the most. Just do not use a flavored or highly oily coffee bean because it could plug up the grinder.

There are four lights on the front. One is the on or ready light. Another one is to let you know when to decalcify. The third light tells you when you need to empty the used grounds, dump box. The forth light has different functions that could mean one of several things. This light will either be on steady, slowly flash or rapidly flash. This light will warn you of one of the following. The water tank is empty, bean hopper is empty, drip try is full, water tank is not pushed in all the way, service door is open, brew group is not installed correctly, coffee bean cover is not securely in place or the water circuit needs to be primed. Just read the manual to see what the light status means.

There is an optional Aqua Prima water filter you can buy. This filter is a must have if you use tap water. Otherwise, you will get a buildup of calcium and other minerals that decalcifying may not totally get rid of. Plus, your coffee will taste much better.

I can not address the froth wand because I have a separate machine I use for cappuccino, but I am sure it works just like other espresso machines.

As with most espresso machines the coffee is not quite as hot as I would prefer. So, I preheat the cup by simply putting about one third cup of water in the cup and microwave it for 40 seconds. This also helps keep the coffee hot longer.

Maintenance is easy and quick. Fill the bean container when it needs it. Empty the dump box every day or whenever it tells you. Empty the drip tray when needed. Fill the water tank when needed. Rinse the brew group at least once a week.

Here are some helpful hints. If the machine has not been used for a few hours and is cold, when you turn it on it will dispense a small amount of water out of the spout. This action primes the pump and cleans the spout of any coffee residue. Place a cup under the spout to collect that water and dump it. That way it will not go into the drip tray and you will not have to empty it as often. Also, do not let the water tank get too low or it will stop in the middle of brewing.

I highly recommend this espresso machine. You could spend a few thousand dollars on one with all the bells and whistles, but the end result is the same. They all make coffee or espresso in the same way.

UPDATE: This was the second Saeco espresso machine I have bought. The first one, which was a different model but the same brand, broke down after a little over 1 year. This Odea went out in less than 6 months. Therefore, I have to downgrade my star rating to 2 stars because of reliability. I will no longer buy this brand. I bought a Delonghi and am very happy with it thus far.

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Saeco Odea Giro Fully Automatic Espresso MachineFeatures & Specifications Saeco Odea Giro Fully Automatic Espresso Machine The new Saeco Odea Giro Espresso Machine is alow cost alternative to the higher-end machines Saeco offers, yet it is stillpacked with features. The innovation is in the control panel with the new coffeecontrol ring that allows you to regulate the quantity of coffee poured into eachcup with the simple turning of a knob to make any type of coffee. Simple,but stylish, the Odea Giro will have you conjuring up fabulous espressos,cappuccinos, mochas, lattes and all of your favorite coffeehouse drinks with thetouch of a finger. All this by just pressing a button? Absolutely!Detailed Product Features:Fully Automatic Espresso & Coffee Brewing Do you like to start your day with an espresso,but dont want to have to clean up the mess? Just press the button and the OdeaGiro will automatically grind your coffee beans, and dispense freshly brewed,rich and flavorful coffee into your cup. This machine allows you to choose thevolume and strength of your coffee or espresso by simply pressing buttons on thecontrol panel. Then it cleans up and is ready for the next order in less than 30seconds. Press the brew button once for a single espresso or coffee. Pushing thebrew button twice quickly will put a double shot of espresso or coffee in yourcup. Utilize the enormous flexibility of this machines programming options byvarying the water volume up to 7 ounces and the ability to use up to 9 grams ofground coffee per brewing cycle. By experimenting with the water volume andgrams of ground coffee you can fine-tune your coffee and easily program theseparameters into the memory.Ceramic Coffee GrinderThe ceramic grinder is Saeco's most recent innovation.After careful research,

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Lavazza Blue LB2210 Single-Serve Espresso Machine Review

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(More customer reviews)We have been using for months and love it.Cap of choice has been Dolce 100% Arabica espresso.I do not think I will ever go back to another brand.

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Lavazza BLUE 2210 is a single-serve espresso system that combines design, quality and convenience for a superior coffee solution. It provides maximum flexibility for satisfying different usage requirements, meeting the needs of operators from low to high volume, while maintaining consistent quality and greater coffee selection for all.Lavazza BLUE-s proprietary system employs a single serve, closed capsule technology designed to meet the requirements of the most demanding foodservice and OCS operators. Lavazza BLUE uses pre-ground, pre-sealed capsules with a one-touch system. This user-friendly method requires virtually no training to make the perfect espresso and other hot beverages.- Color: Grey & silver- LCD Display: For simplified operation & programming of settings- 4 Programmable Brew Settings- Independent cup warming plate- Stainless steel steam/ hot water wand: Used to manually froth milk for cappuccinos and lattes. (Also dispenses hot water.)- Saeco patented Brew Group- Removable drip tray & used capsule container: Holds up to 25 capsules- Removable and lockable water tank: 1 gallon - Pump pressure: 15 bar- UL and NSF certified- Power Watt: 1250 W- 1 year limited warranty on parts and labor- Dimensions: 18--L x 15.5--H x 11--W- Weight: 23.2 lbs- Made in Italy

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Black & Decker TCM700 8-Cup Thermal Carafe Coffeemaker Review

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(More customer reviews)We bought the B&D TCM700 in August and other than some minor adjustments to use it (compared to our old B&D press and brew)it worked satisfactorly. A week before Xmas the brew cycle began to act up. It was using only 2/3 of the available water. Went to B&D website and to my surprise this model does not exist. Seems they have replaced it with a different design. Still trying to reach a live person at B&D regarding the problem. Recommend something similar, but different manufacturer.

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Balck & Decker's 8 cup Stainless Steel Thermal Coffee Maker has that smooth sleak look that become very popular in homes across the country. The advantage of Thermal Coffee Makers is that you do not have to re-heat your coffee or leave your coffee over a heating element which causes the flavor to be comprimised. Simply brew and trust that each cup will have the same great flavor every cup.

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