Technivorm Moccamaster CDGT - Polished Silver

It must be the Euro exchange rate that makes this machine so expensive. However it works to make the best coffee ever tasted. The very hot water brewing does it.

(Posted on 4/19/13)

This my second Technivorm. My first one lasted 10 years and it probably quit due to my neglecting to descale at regular intervals. I won't make that mistake again. I feel that it brews the best cup of coffee out there and is well worth the price.

The footplate can be an issue as it was with my first one. While assembling the unit out of the box, nothing I did could keep the unit from rocking and I was really frustrated, but when I turned the unit on its side to troubleshoot, I discovered that one of the rubber foot thingies had fallen off and was still in the bottom of the box. Problem solved.

Once you adjust to the size of the machine, you will never want to be without it.

(Posted on 2/27/13)

Bought this machine based on all the gee whiz reviews written. Gee whiz - what have these people been drinking all these years - certainly not coffee, because the Mocha Master that I bought makes exactly the same coffee as every other coffee maker I've ever purchased. I've been drinking coffee since 1974, and have a 5 cup a day habit. The thought of a superior cup motivated me to plunk down $300. Exactly the same coffee that any other pot makes. And the carafe is exactly the same as the one I have at home. Save your money - this is not the be all, end all of coffee pots. Wish one person had written an honest review, and warned me off before I wasted my money.

(Posted on 2/26/13)

While expensive, I think it is made with material and workmanship that I hope lasts a long time. I chose this model because it's designed to allow me to pour a cup in the midst of brewing - without having to toggle or stop the drip with a switch. The design is also industrial, chick, and contemporary - it looks good anywhere in the kitchen.

The special brew lid also allows for a pour so there's no need to switch lids unless I was going to transport the carafe or take it with me.

Pros:
1. Brews quickly
2. Auto-shut off (after 100 minutes)
3. No silly digital displays
4. Ability to grab a cup of coffee while brewing

Cons:
1. Carafe is stainless and won't keep coffee hot for more than 30 minutes if there is less than 2 cups of coffee left. (I think the Bonavita's glass lined stainless carafe would hold the heat better.)

2. The plastic "plate" underneath the carafe doesn't stay attached to the coffee maker - almost worthless in my opinion.

(Posted on 2/4/13)

Great coffee maker. Comes out hot and strong, just the way I like it. This coffee maker screams quality, but a little pricey. I just wish they made a larger one for the American home. The coffee does not last long in my house. Might buy another thermal carafe to use when company comes over. SCG is a great company to deal with and have awesome customer service. All questions answered quickly.

(Posted on 1/2/13)

I just received this coffee maker from Seattle Coffee Gear and was delighted by my first cup of coffee. Some positives include:

* Brews at the proper temperature to extract ALL the coffee flavor from your grind
* Brews quickly and allows the thermal carafe to be removed mid-cycle with NO spills
* Solid build quality that I fully expect to last for years
* Expensive but you get what you pay for
* Generous "extras" provided by Seattle Coffee Gear

As much as I like the coffee maker, I have a few quips and some "suggestions" for the manufacturer to incorporate in future builds.

The Technivorm is BIG by any definition -- my wife's first reaction was that it looked like a piece of industrial manufacturing equipment. Verify that you have at least 18" of clearance to any wall hung cabinets or the coffee maker may not fit. Perhaps Technivorm could retain the same functionality in a more svelte package [think Apple iPhone 5]. Then again, it's sure to be a talking point among house guests.

There are too many parts to keep track of. The instruction manual suggests that this is "by design" to facilitate cleaning but there are several ways the so-called design could be simplified. First of all, the "optional" locking footplate (on top of which the carafe sits) is not really optional. If you do away with it, the top edge of the carafe will not fully depress the automatic drip stop and no coffee will make it's way into the pot. If Technivorm lowered the drip stop by a 1/16 inch, the platform would be unnecessary. That would be an improvement because the footplate doesn't really "lock" in place either -- it tends to fall off when sliding the coffee maker around.

Another suggestion would be to make a screw top that worked WITH the destratification (or brew though) tube. As it stands, you must remove the tube to install the screw top which means you need to store the screw top separately. It's only a matter of time before I loose the top in some forgotten cabinet.

The power cord is ridiculous. I don't know how many amps the heating element draws so I can't fault the gauge of the wire used but it's unwieldy stiff and the plug is not at a right angle which means it sticks out from the outlet several inches. Perhaps Technivorm could address this and make the cord grey so it's not QUITE as unsightly.

(Posted on 1/2/13)

Once I decided on a Technivorm, I chose this model as the ultimate blend of form and function. Considering the bundled goodies, Seattle Coffee Gear had the best deal going. The videos were both entertaining and informative. Thanks for enabling me to start every day with a great cup of coffee!

(Posted on 12/30/12)

Makes a great cup of coffee at the right temp. I have owned other makers but this is the best yet. It performs just as good as Gail says it will.

(Posted on 7/11/12)

Makes a great cup of coffee at the right temp. I have owned other makers but this is the best yet. It performs just as good as Gail says it will.

(Posted on 7/11/12)

Looked at a vast number of coffee makers. All my findings pointed me back to this one. I have a grinder and don't need one "built in".
I really don't need the "automatic". I did find you have to be mindful of the grind so the filter will not overflow. All in all the is is a great coffee maker. The temperature is just right. I would recommend this model to anyone.

(Posted on 7/11/12)

Technivorm's new CDGT just arrived and I love it! Same Technivorm quality with new stop drip feature. No manufacturers' defects (a must for me....hate flaws, including the tiniest scratch or other imperfection.) Looks beautiful on my counter. Brews the 'golden' cup quickly and quietly!

Pros:
Quick Brewing,Quiet,New Stop Drip,Great Taste,Technivorm Quality,Beautifully made,Easy To Clean,Large Water Container,Easy To Use

Cons:
None

(Posted on 6/4/12)