Technivorm Moccamaster KBT741

This coffee makers is really expensive but the investment I have made in this machine will save me a lot of money over the course of the 5-year warranty as I will not be purchasing coffee nearly as often at the coffee shop.

This is the best drip coffee maker I have ever used, not only because it serves coffee at it's proper temperature, but it also seems to get the most out of every bean. You can actually taste the notes in different beans that are described on the label which usually just all run together in a normal coffee machine. Not only is it effective and simple, it brews a pot very quickly.

It costs about as much as a PS3 or an iPhone, and up to now it's in that category as far as the best purchases i've ever made.

P.S. Be sure to pre-heat your thermal caraffe with hot water before use or your coffee won't stay hot for as long. I think some people have complained that they aren't getting hot enough coffee and it is because they don't preheat. If this is a problem for you, buy the one with the hot plate. I don't want my coffee overcooked so I prefer this one.

(Posted on 5/8/13)

This does really make a difference in the quality of coffee. Seattle Coffee Gear made the purchase easy with included filters, cleaning supplies, and coffee. The Moccamaster is well made and simple. Careful on the top edge of the carafe as it is a sharp edge. The selectable drip amount is helpful especially when you make a smaller batch. Also starting with the switch closed helps start the full body brewing by holding back the drip until the grounds are saturated.

The provided Velton coffee was very good; Midnight blend, I believe.

(Posted on 4/13/13)

I was skeptical about spending 300 bucks for a coffee maker but the reviews were very positive and convincing. Combine that with the fact this product was NOT made in China and I was willing to give it a try.

I love this machine. I still don't know how a coffee maker can make so much difference in the way the coffee tastes but I'm telling you Moccamaster makes coffee that is smoothy and velvety with no acidic after taste. When I pumped up the amount of coffee above my normal mix to the recommended mix I found out what good coffee really tastes like. The KBT741 is high quality, simplistic and intuitive to use.

My experience with SCG was first rate except for out of stock conditions which I suppose are a result of offering a fine product with a sizable bonus. Highly recommended.

(Posted on 3/26/13)

I love good coffee.
Over the last 30 years my opinion of what qualifies as "good coffee" has made step change improvements as I have discovered fresh ground, espresso, fresh roasted, and artisan coffees. The Technivorm KBT741 has again raised the standard for what is, in my opinion, good coffee.

As an engineer, I can't help but also love technology.
However, I find myself constantly challenged to balance technology with actual usefulness and improved quality of life. The seemingly unmatched quality of the pour over method of making coffee emphasizes the importance of the fundamentals. One of the things that is so striking about the Technivorm is its quality and simplicity. I have carefully watched the way the it makes coffee many times. While I am no expert on the pour over method, it seems to me the success of the Technivorm comes from its similar focus on the basics: proper water temperature, dispersion, and steeping time. In the past I couldn't help but be attracted to coffee makers with built in water filters, coffee grinders, clocks, and programmable start timers. However, since I've had filtered water in my kitchen for years, and grinding the coffee in my burr grinder is the last thing I do before pressing the "on" button, these are useless technologies to me.

Also, the insulated carafe keeps the coffee hot for hours, eliminating the need for a warmer, and the pour through top ( another marvel of simplicity) works great. With the five year warranty, and all the extras that are thrown in by Seattle Coffee Gear, this is one great deal, even if it does get you hooked on Velton's coffee.

(Posted on 2/10/13)

After two bum Saeco super automatics, I thought I'd go "old school" and return to drip coffee. I read all of the reviews on SCG and Amazon and decided to take the plunge with the Technivorm Moccamaster. The folks at Seattle Coffee Gear were great at the returns of the Saecos and shipped a Technivorm to me quickly.

Several reviewers have noted that this isn't a machine that you can just dump coffee in and turn it on. You must watch and tinker with it during the brew cycle to get a good pot of coffee out of it. I was prepared for that but am still left feeling disappointed with the machine.

For starters, I took temperature readings of the water coming out of the brew head and was not getting the 198-205 that the manufacturer claims. The best reading I was getting was about 180--plenty hot but not what I had hoped for. Similarly, even after I pre-heated the carafe, the coffee only stays at an acceptable temperature for about 20 minutes. I measured about 160 after 35 minutes. After that, I find I must microwave the cup to get it up to a good hot temperature. Living at a mile high, coffee does tend to get colder here more quickly, which is why I was excited to get the machine.

Like others, I found that you must close the valve on the brew basket while the machine is turning on so that the coffee can bloom and grounds get moistened. I also found I have to stir the basket or move it around as the water comes out so that everything gets covered evenly. After the basket fills, flipping the switch to "half speed" gets a better brew.

I've found that if I use a very fine grind -- almost an espresso grind -- I get good results. This rules out buying pre-ground coffee at the store (one of the reasons I wanted a drip brewer for those times when you can't grind yourself). Using store-ground coffee yielded a very weak brew that was almost undrinkable to me (I like strong coffee).

Two small gripes: when the serving/holding lid is on the carafe, it will not fit under the brew unit, which takes up more counter space. As well, the plastic "plate" under the carafe barely stays on and looks like an afterthought.

Bottom line, if you have the right coffee, the right grind, and watch this guy like a hawk, you'll get decent results. But if you like a drip-brewer that doesn't require a lot of attention, this may not be the machine for you. For me, it wasn't worth the hefty price tag when I can get good results from my old Cuisinart stand-by.

(Posted on 2/9/13)

I've been using Bunn brand coffee makers for the past 15 years and they make a very good tasting pot of coffee. Many reviews I've read about Technivorm claim it makes a much better tasting coffee than other brand coffee makers and the difference is like night and day. Rarely do these reviews state which brand or model of coffee maker the Technivorm out performed. It’s only fair to compare apples to apples and oranges to oranges.

With that said I wanted to compare Technivorm to Bunn and decide for myself if Technivorm really did make a better pot of coffee. I purchased the Technivorm KBT741 to replace a working 3 year old Bunn Velocity Brew NHBB. The Velocity Brew NHBB is a glass carafe model and I wanted to try a thermal carafe unit as the coffee would become bitter the longer it sat on the warming plate.

I'm comparing these two units because they are very similar in how they brew coffee. Both units are basic coffee makers without any bells and whistles and brew coffee within a few minutes time. Both units use a multi-port head that completely saturates the ground coffee and both claim to brew at approximately 200° F.

The main differences between the Bunn and Technivorm is the Bunn uses a preheated boiler full of hot water that begins to brew immediately as water is added to the top of the unit. A full pot of coffee is ready in about 3-4 minutes. The price of the Bunn is roughly 1/3 the cost of a Technivorm unit.

I’ve owned the KBT741 for just over a month and here are my thoughts so far.

Bunn Velocity Brew NHBB

Pros :
Brews a full pot in 3 minutes
Proper Brew Temp
Full saturation of coffee grounds
3yr warranty

Cons:
Boiler is always on
Only available with a glass carafe
Non standard sized flat bottom filters
Made in China

Technivorm Moccamaster KBT741

Pros:
Brews a full pot in 6 minutes
Proper brew temp
Thermal Carafe option
Copper Boiler
Removable parts for easy cleaning
Handmade in Holland
5yr warranty

Cons:
Pricey
Bottom plate detaches too easily
Thermal Carafe doesn’t have pour spout

The KBT741 is a quality made product with quality components and should give many years of reliable service. It makes a great cup of coffee and does so very quickly. Only a couple of small issues I find could be improved upon. The bottom plastic plate under the carafe is easily detached when moving the unit back and forth on the counter. It would be nice if this piece was permanently attached or more securely attached to the bottom of the machine. The thermal carafe could also benefit from a pour spout. If pouring too fast the coffee will run over the edges of the coffee mug since the mouth of the carafe is so large. Other than those two small issues it’s a very well designed machine.

Does it make coffee 3 times better than the Bunn it’s replacing? No, and I doubt I could discern the difference between the two in a blind taste test. In the defense of the KBT741, it’s hand made in a small shop in Holland and the components are of higher quality which in turn increases the cost of manufacturing. I’m willing to pay a little more for a higher quality product rather than a unit that is mass produced in a Chinese warehouse.

I'm giving the Moccamaster 4 out of 5 stars because I think the value for price paid is a little high. Would I recommend this to others? Yes, however if price is a major factor a similar machine can be purchased for much less.

(Posted on 1/20/13)

I purchased mine in 2007 and it is still going strong

(Posted on 12/20/12)

We bought this coffee maker a year ago and are still happy about our purchase. I like the no nonsense quality it has. No flashing lights blinking at you, no accidental push of the wrong button that starts it to grinding, no question as to how it works- your house guest can figure it out as to not wake you to ask, "how do you work the coffee maker?" Pour in the water, add the coffee, and one On/Off switch to make it run. Fresh, perfectly hot coffee in your cup in about 4 minutes. Well worth the price. Love it.

(Posted on 12/19/12)

Keep this thing clean, use fresh beans, and filtered water and it does in fact make the best coffee I've ever tasted from a home drip system. I've had it for six months now. Hoping for many years of enjoyment with this little baby.

(Posted on 11/30/12)

There are just no two ways about it. You get what you pay for in this world.

It' s just simply great coffee in this coffee maker.

Enjoy!

(Posted on 11/2/12)

I had read about this machine in Cooks Illustrated as well as on this and several other coffee websites. I am new to coffee drinking and wondered if I could tell the difference. I found a steal of a deal at a Williams-Sonoma sale and took the plunge. I immediately made two pots of coffee - one in this and one in the old machine with the same coffee and water in the same ratios and ground the same way. I could definitely tell the difference even though the Moccamaster had a paper filter and the old one a goldtone. Plus this is easier to clean. I can even brew right into a travel mug when I put it in a bowl to trip the pot detection switch and fill the machine from the mug to ensure no overflow. Definitely worth the investment. I lessoned my rating on price because I would not have purchased if I hadn't found it much much less than retail.

(Posted on 9/7/12)

This drip coffee maker delivers without fanfare. Simple to use, easy to clean, no bells and whistles and coffee close to french press in quality. Seattle Coffee Gear is an oasis website being user friendly and very informative. All around 5 stars. I'll be back.

(Posted on 8/26/12)

I am an avid coffee drinker and have been disappointed in the past at the taste of coffee made by some high-priced makers. This is by far the best tasting cup of coffee yet. I love the thermal pot since I drink coffee all day and don't want the burnt taste you get with makers that have a heating element. My only complaint is that the lid for the thermos is too high and when screwed on the pot, the thermos doesn't fit in the coffee pot space

(Posted on 8/22/12)

After quite a bit of research,(I read reviews and watched videos on this machine,did comparison reseach on similar machines),I decided on the Technivorm Moccamaster Thermo Coffee Brewer KBT741. I am so happy with the product,with the quick delivery from seattlecoffeegear and will continue to purchase from this company. We love the quick brew time,the hot temperature of our coffee and I really like the styling. I love the fact that it is handmade by a small company too. Thanks for selling great products. I feel comfortable in recommending this machine and seattlecoffeegear to all my family and friends.

Pros:
Quiet, Great Taste, Easy To Use, Quick Brewing

Cons:

(Posted on 5/22/12)

I really enjoy the flavor of the coffee that this coffemaker produces. Its very different taste compared to the coffeemaker I had.

Pros:
Quiet, Easy To Clean, Easy To Use, Quick Brewing, Great Taste

Cons:
I have no cons at this ti

(Posted on 1/25/12)

We use the Moccamaster twice daily for our respective morning coffees. It brews quickly and we can taste the difference between our recently expired brewer and this one - It renders a richer flavor indeed. In addition, the coffee is perfectly hot and remains so while you drink it.
I understand that the boiler switches off after the water has achieved the specified brewing temperature. This prevents overheating.
I did extensive research prior to purchasing this machine and couldn't find another one of comparable quality.
I am sure this piece of engineering will serve us well for many years to come.

Pros:
Quiet, Easy To Use, Quick Brewing, Commercial Grade, Great Taste, Modern Design, Easy To Clean, Large Water Container

Cons:
I can't think of any

(Posted on 12/22/11)

This is by far the best drip coffee maker I have ever owned! The coffee it makes is very similar to French press because it really captures the flavor of the beans. It's also very easy to clean and the carafe keeps the coffee warm for a very long time. The secret to great tasting coffee is the temperature of the entire brew cycle. This machine keeps it at the exact right temp through the whole cycle. I usually use creamer of some sort because coffee usually doesn't taste this good. No I can cut the calories and drink it black if I want to because it's just that good! I realize it's a lot to fork out for a drip coffee maker but it is well worth the investment. I'm pretty sure I won't have to buy another maker for at least 10 years!

Pros:
Easy To Use, Quick Brewing, Stylish, Easy To Clean, Great Taste, Quiet

Cons:
Small Water Container

(Posted on 12/21/11)

*Water reaches the correct temperature
*Grounds are well saturated
*No hot plate to ruin the coffee
*Thermal Container
*Hand Made Quality Product
*FAST brewing

**Bought Open Item, Good Deal but disappointed seattlecoffeegear didn't include a starter set of filters or something as a "Thanks" for choosing us.

Pros:
Easy To Use, Great Taste, Quiet, Quick Brewing

Cons:

(Posted on 10/22/11)

The Technivorm Moccamaster is a fantastic coffee maker, far superior to any of the coffee machines you will find at your local discount stores. I think it is superior to a French press, too! Everybody thinks I'm crazy to pay what I did for a coffee maker, but I haven't regretted my decision for a second. In fact I'm thinking of buying a second one to use at my business.

The only problem I have had with it is that the brew basket does not drain well when the switch is in half-pot mode, and if I don't watch it closely the basket overflows. If anybody knows a solution to this problem, I'd love to hear it.

Overall a fantastic purchase!

Pros:
Great Taste, Easy To Use, Quick Brewing

Cons:

(Posted on 7/21/11)

I drink coffee from the time I get up till I go to bed. I drink coffee for taste not cafeine. I have owned many coffee makers. Cuisinart, Capresso, Bunn. Get yourself a quality Burr grinder and some quality whole bean coffee and your in heaven. Your paying for the proper brew temperature, copper tubing, correct contact time, or brew time. I've been using Keurig brewers for 2 yrs and they are great, but you will not get the taste you can attain from quality beans, burr grinder, and the Technivorm.

Pros:
Quick Brewing, Easy To Use, Commercial Grade, Great Taste, Easy To Clean

Cons:

(Posted on 6/29/11)

I suggest not using the "open" setting on the filter; the "half-open" setting does the job very nicely and allows for more extraction. I also recommend closing the valve and letting the filter fill (about 2 cups of water is required) and stirring the grounds before changing the setting to "half-open". This optimizes extraction and gets all the grounds into contact with the water.

I found that, if I put in enough grounds for 10 cups of coffee and fill the reservoir to the 10-cup line, some of the grounds do not come into contact with the water--and are hence wasted. Hence my solution of letting the filter fill up and then stirring (or even just swiveling the filter to help the water circulate a bit) and then allowing the drip to proceed at the medium rate ("half open") rather than the fast rate.

I tried the Newco OCS for a while but was not happy with the degree of extraction it gets from the basket filter. The cone filter in the Technivorm is superior, and the ability to actually stir the grounds during brewing makes this essentially a mechanical pour-over.

Be sure to experiment with grind level to optimize flavor; I like a fairly coarse grind (between French press and traditional drip settings) and then use slightly more coffee: this maximizes flavor through allowing more time for extraction, but it eliminates the bitterness that results from a finer grind. My description of the optimum grind is "tiny chunks, no powder".

Pros:
Easy To Use, Easy To Clean, Quick Brewing, Great Taste

Cons:

(Posted on 2/19/11)

This bad-girl coffee maker is the best I have used. It came with a gift of outstanding coffee and all that was promised regarding in the creation of a morning-altering coffee experience is true. I would highly recommend this coffee maker to others, even though it has a bow-down price tag.

Pros:
Easy To Use, Quick Brewing, Great Taste

Cons:

(Posted on 2/15/11)

This makes a nice cup of coffee fast. The thermal pot is not quite as insulated as our OLD Starbucks Barista but it does keep it hot/warm for a good two hours. We like the simplicity of the unit, no timer just on/off (we never used the timer since we like our beans freshly ground). Some have mentioned the thinness in the plastic components; with thinness believe it or not comes strength (I am a plastic injection molder), thin is better!!! The only thing I would add would be an automatic off after the coffee has brewed but we are getting used to shutting it off.

Pros:
Easy To Use, Great Taste, Easy To Clean, Quick Brewing

Cons:

(Posted on 1/18/11)

This machine makes great coffee at the correct temperature. Heating the carafe with hot water wastes quite a bit of water and energy, but I don't know how else to go about it. My biggest gripe is about the look and feel of the plastic parts. I'd rather pay another $100 for top-quality parts on the exterior that reflect the quality of the interior parts. Everything functions like it should, but there's a lack of elegance in the design and construction. It would be nice if it could make a little more coffee, too. When you load it up to the 10-cup limit, water easily splashes all over if you bump the machine, and coffee grounds and sludge creep over the filter holder when brewing at maximum capacity, making quite a mess.

Just based on the quality of the brewed coffee, I can highly recommend this item. In terms of construction and design, there's room for improvement.

Pros:
Easy To Use, Quick Brewing, Great Taste

Cons:
Small Water Container, Cheap plastic add-ons

(Posted on 1/4/11)

Living in a high altitude, cold climate, we seek not only a really good cup of coffee but a HOT cup of coffee. Even in the summer we usually have to heat out coffee cups up ahead of time! This coffee maker filled every requirement we had for a hot rich cup of coffee. Unit is easy to clean, well built and has a large enough capacity that we don't have to fight over the last sips! I was concerned about the price tag, but I have to say it was well worth every penny!

Pros:
Easy To Use, Easy To Clean, Quick Brewing, Large Water Container, Great Taste

Cons:

(Posted on 1/3/11)

I have already recommended to several friends. I find I am more satisfied with each cup than any other maker even our expensive Saeco.

Pros:
Easy To Use, Great Taste, Makes great coffee

Cons:

(Posted on 12/27/10)

Like everything about the Technivorm except for the foot pad which doesn't stay put on the machine. This could have been designed much better. That being said, it's a minor flaw.

Pros:
Brew stays hot in carafe, Great Taste, Good coffee, Easy To Use, Quick Brewing, Easy To Clean

Cons:
Annoying pad on base

(Posted on 11/26/10)

This is a great coffee maker. Expensive yes...but worth it and I'm hopeful this one will last a long time. We've had Krups and Cuisinart coffee makers that only lasted a couple years each and the coffee they made was not nearly as good as the Moccamaster! I love the hot, perfectly brewed coffee this machine makes!

Pros:
Hot coffee, Extracts all the flavor, Great Taste, Easy To Clean, Quick Brewing, Easy To Use

Cons:

(Posted on 11/17/10)

I love this machine, it really makes a rich cup of coffee. However it would be much easier to use and fill up if it had a removable water container. An auto shut off would also make sense.

Pros:
Great Taste, Easy To Use, Easy To Clean, Quick Brewing

Cons:

(Posted on 10/6/10)

Absolutely lived up to the Americas Test Kitchen review. I particularly love how easy it is to clean and prepare the coffee. I bought a second carafe so I can make a pot of decaf after brewing the "real" stuff.

Pros:
Easy To Use, Quick Brewing, Easy To Clean, Great Taste

Cons:

(Posted on 9/17/10)

I wanted a drip machine that would make coffee as good as a french press, but without the fuss. The Technivorm is the best I've found so far, but not perfect. The brew temperature is very hot, as advertised and the thermal carafe works fine keeping the coffee hot for the hour or so it takes me to drink it leisurely. I live over 5000 feet and altitude is not a problem. It makes good coffee.

On the cons side, I'm concerned that the machine is NOT UL listed. There's WAY too much plastic used in construction inside and out. The filter holder seems to be the cheapest part. Why can't they make a machine of glass and stainless steel? At least where it touches the coffee or water.

I suggest roasting your own beans (I use a Fresh Roast sr500), grinding them fresh, using the gold type metal filter (paper removes the oils), and drinking the brew in Bodum glass thermal cups. Freshness is everything!

The folks at Seattle Coffee are great to work with. I look forward to getting a Rocket Giotto from them soon. Please keep the you tube videos coming Gail & Kat.

Pros:
Easy To Use, Large Water Container, Quick Brewing, Great Taste

Cons:

(Posted on 9/15/10)

So it was time to replace yet another coffee maker. Over the past 20+ years, I have lost track of the number of 40 or 50 dollar coffee makers I have bought, and used, until a plastic thingy broke, or something comes loose, or you break a pot and can't find a suitable replacement. This time I decided to do things a little differently. I researched, read, and watched video's in search of a coffee maker that would last a while. Thankfully I stumbled across this one. I will admit that I have had to adopt a new mindset. There is no more setting it up the night before, pressing a timer button, and waking up to fresh coffee the next morning. The truth is, we all know I wasn't waking up to "fresh" coffee....Now I grind and brew fresh coffee every morning! The coffee is done and ready to enjoy in under 10 minutes from the time I press "grind" on the new coffee grinder, to the pouring of the first cup. The workmanship is second to none, and the simplicity of the machine makes one wonder why anyone would buy a machine manufactured in Taiwan just to throw it away in a couple of years? This machine is clearly built to last, and though not perfect, (still kinda miss my timer, but I will likely get over that) it was the closest I could find, and so far happy with my decision. Time will tell the rest of the story, but for certain I can say I have a new appreciation for my morning coffee! In summary, if your looking for convenience and cheap, this machine is not for you. If your looking for quality, and if you enjoy making your coffee, nearly as much as you do drinking it, then you should definitely consider this machine.

Pros:
Easy To Use, Commercial Grade, Quick Brewing, Easy To Clean, Great Taste, Very Cool Looking

Cons:
No timer

(Posted on 6/14/10)

The price might deter some, but let me assure you, it is worth it. It does indeed make that much of a difference. Simple setup, 6 minute brew time.. great coffee. Only problem was when I received it, I was missing a part (just a lid). Called Seattle Coffee Gear and they said they could not help me get it, but were friendly and helped me contact the US distributer. Got the filter lid in and my perfect coffee maker is complete.

Pros:
Easy To Use, Easy To Clean, Quick Brewing, Great Taste

Cons:
Small Water Container

(Posted on 6/12/10)

This coffee maker makes excellent coffee but I don't think it is worth the [$] price tag. The coffee is very hot and stays hot as long as you keep the cap on the thermos carafe. I bought this because the reviews were so great and it came highly rated by Cooks Illustrated which is a very reliable source. It is very easy to use and maintain. Bottom line: if you drink expensive coffee like I do, then splurge and buy it. If you aren't that picky about coffee i.e. what you buy at the grocery store, then don't bother.

Pros:
Easy To Use

Cons:

(Posted on 5/24/10)

Pretty simple design, but makes much better tasting coffee than any other home brewer I have had. The water temp and brew time are all perfect for drip. I do brew with the dripper set at half open rather than full open. I have found this creates a much better extraction.

Pros:
Easy To Use, Easy To Clean, Great Taste

Cons:

(Posted on 4/10/10)

Consistent coffee every time. Disappointed that the filter leaks when in closed position to sneak a cup before brewing is complete. Must pre-warm carafe in order to keep coffee hot for longer than about one-half hour. Overall nice coffee maker. And best part is that it is not made in China!

Pros:
Quick Brewing, Easy To Use, Large Water Container, Great Taste

Cons:
Hard To Clean

(Posted on 3/27/10)

Good Machine, excellent boiler mechanism, great cup of coffee. After looking at several machines and applications I decided on the Moccamaster, it was among the best reviewed products out there. My complaint begins with the basket filter and arm that extends from the body. Why would they make this out of plastic instead of the beautiful metal the rest of the machine is composed of? Most commercial applications use steel baskets because they last longer and are easier to clean. I guess this is a high density material that can withstand multiple uses, but I feel that steel or aluminum would be a smarter choice. The lid sucks, but that's minor. That said, this is probably the best home brewer out there.

Pros:
Easy To Use, Great Taste, Quick Brewing

Cons:
Small Water Container

(Posted on 3/23/10)

Worth every penny-great hot coffee and quick brewing. A coffee maker that actrulay does what it is supposed to do.

Pros:
Quick Brewing, Easy To Use, Great Taste

Cons:

(Posted on 3/21/10)

We LOVE our technivorm coffeemaker. The same coffee tastes deeper and smoother. The Cooks Illustrated review was dead-on! Six minute brewing and though we haven't checked the temperature, I'm sure it's that perfect 200 degrees! : )

Pros:
Quick Brewing, Easy To Use, Easy To Clean, Great Taste

Cons:

(Posted on 3/21/10)

This was a gift for my husband. It does heat the water to a high temp, so coffee brew and taste is much better. He roasts and grinds his own beans, so we noticed much better flavor with this brewer. One problem though, when it is brewing the water overfills and sometimes flows over the top. Not sure if this has something to do with the grind of our beans or not. Much better than the dept store coffee makers. I would recommend.

Pros:
Easy To Use, Great Taste, Easy To Clean

Cons:
Overflow problem

(Posted on 3/19/10)

The only thing as good as this maker is the coffee the provided. Velton's.

Pros:
Great Taste, Easy To Clean, Perfect cup everytime, Quick Brewing, Large Water Container, Easy To Use, Commercial Grade

Cons:

(Posted on 3/19/10)

Just have to sure to get the lid on the carafe as soon as possible after brewing or the coffee will soon get cold.

Pros:
Easy To Use, Great Taste, Easy To Clean, Makes hot coffee

Cons:
Expensive

(Posted on 3/19/10)

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Pros:
Great Taste, Easy To Use, Easy To Clean

Cons:
No timer

(Posted on 3/18/10)