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Black & Decker DCM2160B

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$29.99 - $35.99

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Type: 8- to 12-Cup Drip Models with Carafe

About - Black & Decker DCM2160B
The DCM2160B is part of the coffeemaker test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, drip coffeemaker models like the DCM2160B are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Brew temperature: Brew temperature is the ability to reach 195°F or more for six minutes. Convenience: Convenience reflects ease of filling the reservoir, placing the filter, gauging the amount of coffee remaining, cleanup, and clarity of controls. Carafe handling: Carafe handling covers handle comfort, tendency to drip when pouring, balance of a full carafe, and how easy it was to empty the last liquid. Models with no score here brew into single-serve containers, or are dispenser-style. Dispenser models hold the brew in a tank; you fill your cup by pressing it against the dispenser lever.

About - Black & Decker DCM2160B

The DCM2160B is part of the coffeemaker test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, drip coffeemaker models like the DCM2160B are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Brew temperature:: Brew temperature is the ability to reach 195°F or more for six minutes.
Convenience:: Convenience reflects ease of filling the reservoir, placing the filter, gauging the amount of coffee remaining, cleanup, and clarity of controls.
Carafe handling:: Carafe handling covers handle comfort, tendency to drip when pouring, balance of a full carafe, and how easy it was to empty the last liquid. Models with no score here brew into single-serve containers, or are dispenser-style. Dispenser models hold the brew in a tank; you fill your cup by pressing it against the dispenser lever.

About This Brand
The second-largest brand of coffeemakers is now part of the new Applica Organization, which includes the Salton brands. Black & Decker offers a wide range of very affordable products through retailers such as Target, Walmart, department stores, and many online retailers. Prices range from $15 to $90.

About This Brand

The second-largest brand of coffeemakers is now part of the new Applica Organization, which includes the Salton brands. Black & Decker offers a wide range of very affordable products through retailers such as Target, Walmart, department stores, and many online retailers. Prices range from $15 to $90.

Features & Specs - Black & Decker DCM2160B
Programmable Programmable models can be set to brew at a specified time. Programmable	Yes
Thermal carafe/mug A thermal carafe keeps coffee warm for about four hours; thermal mugs don't hold heat as well. Thermal carafe/mug	No
Small-batch setting Small-batch settings claim to let you make a partial pot without compromising coffee quality. Small-batch setting	No
Brew-strength control Brew-strength control adjusts water flow to make weak or strong coffee. Brew-strength control	No
Dispenser-style Dispenser models hold the brew in a heated tank; you fill your cup by pressing it against the dispenser lever. Dispenser-style	No
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No Mess - Perfect pour ???

By Bloop from Vieques, Puerto Rico on 11/29/2009

Pros:

I t makes coffee

Cons:

Messy pour

Best Uses:

FLOWER POT

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

The first coffee pot dripped from the seam, B & D sent us a new carafe. It dribbles down the carafe unless you pour very slowly. We are shopping for a new coffee maker, definately not a Black & Decker. Someone should have actually pourd a cup of coffee before calling it a "no mess" "perfect pour"

Get what you pay for?

By morning coffee guy from east bay, ca on 10/20/2009

Pros:

Brews quickly, Coffee tastes good, Inexpensive

Cons:

Drips when you pour, Hour button stuck

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

As stated above, to avoid dripping coffee when pouring, you need to lift the top. The hour button is permanently stuck rendering the timer useless.

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