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| About - Black & Decker DCM2160B |
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The Black & Decker 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.
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| About This Brand |
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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 $90. |
| Features & Specs - Black & Decker DCM2160B | |
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Programmable |
Yes |
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Thermal carafe/mug |
No |
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Small-batch setting |
No |
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Brew-strength control |
No |
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Dispenser-style |
No |
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Dimensions H x W x D (in.) |
NA |
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Good value
12/19/2011
Pros
Pouring
Cons
Best Uses
Comment:
easy to use, pours easy compared to others.<br />(Mr C)
By from
Terrible carafe, otherwise great choice
4/24/2011
Pros
Consistently good coffee
Easy to use clean
Good price
Holds coffee temp well
Reasonable counter space
Cons
Carafe leaks around lid
Spills onto counter
Best Uses
Everyday family coffeepot
Comment:
We like this coffeemaker a lot, and it was a great price. It does a good job with no excess and expensive bells and whistles. BUT...<br /><br />The leaky lid on the carafe is a real pain in the neck. It leaks coffee onto the counter nearly every time you pour a cup. No amount of slowing the pour, being sure the pot is not twisted when pouring, etc., makes any difference. We thought the carafe must have a crack in it at first.<br /><br />We think this is a safety risk -- water on the counter right next to an electric appliance, sometimes running under it -- probably fine 99% of the time, but use it everyday and you will sooner or later encounter the 1% time when you risk a serious accident. We now move to the sink to pour, not a convenient solution.
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$ saved will be spent on paper towels
1/22/2011
Pros
Cons
Drips
Leaks
Best Uses
Comment:
I make a pot of coffee each morning. Half of the water ends up on my counter when I try to fill the reservoir and half of the pot of brewed coffee ends up on the counter when I go to pour a cup. I hand wash the carafe so the leak is not from misuse or mishandling. A review of complaints on other sites shows this is a VERY common issue with B&D carafes. <br /><br />Advice: Do not waste your money. Any money you save on this coffee maker will be spent (plus much more) on the paper towels you will have to use to clean up after each and every pour.
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