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Black & Decker SmartBrew DCM2000

Approximate retail price:

$30

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

About - Black & Decker SmartBrew DCM2000
The SmartBrew DCM2000 is part of the coffeemaker test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, drip coffeemaker models like the SmartBrew DCM2000 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 SmartBrew DCM2000

The SmartBrew DCM2000 is part of the coffeemaker test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, drip coffeemaker models like the SmartBrew DCM2000 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 SmartBrew DCM2000
Programmable Programmable models can be set to brew at a specified time. Programmable	No
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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User Reviews - Black & Decker SmartBrew DCM2000

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Cheap because it's cheap

By an outrigger canoe in every soupbowl from Wash state on 1/24/2010

Cons:

Availability of carafes, Doesn't heat too well, Low quality power switch

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line:

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

weekly use.decent coffee (for me, the occasional coff drinker) and it doesn't burn the coffee for quite awhile after brewing, the price is right, I like that I can pour a cup from the carafe while it's brewing.The illuminated power switch fell out--a spring in the switch overcame whatever element kept it in; I had to drill out the nonstandard screws that kept me from quickly replacing the power sw; works great now with the parts ($5) I got from [...]. I have this irrational fear that something will break that I can't fix. If the carafe goes, I hope *somebody* will have them.

Am looking to replace it...

By Caffeine Fiend from Philly, PA on 1/22/2010

Pros:

Easy Clean, Easy fill, Fast brewing, Very good coffee

Cons:

Died after 9 months, Hot plate rusting

Best Uses:

Everyday

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

This was a daily use 2-4 cups.
Hot plate started to rust after 2 months. It did not affect the performance or flavor just the looks. Completely died after 9 months. It was inexpensive, but I would have gladly paid more to get a more reliable machine.

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short lived

By Meade262 from La Pine, OR on 1/6/2010

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line:

No, I would not recommend this to a friend

This machine worked great.. for about a month. Then the pump shelled out. Don't waste your time or money.

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