Black & Decker DCM2000B SmartBrew 12-Cup Coffeemaker, Black

Black & Decker DCM2000B SmartBrew 12-Cup Coffeemaker, Black Review

Black & Decker DCM2000B SmartBrew 12-Cup Coffeemaker, Black Feature

• Perfect Pour Carafe
• Keeps Warm Plate
• Sneak-A-Cup
• Water Level Indicator
• Uses Cup Cake Shaped Filters

The Perfect Pour glass carafe of the SmartBrew 12-Cup Coffeemaker is designed to minimize drips. The unit features a convenient power indicator and uses "cupcake" filters. Coffee stays hot on the keep warm plate, while the sneak-a-cup features lets you pour a cup while the unit is brewing

Black & Decker DCM2500B SmartBrew Coffeemaker

Black & Decker DCM2500B SmartBrew Coffeemaker Review

Black & Decker DCM2500B SmartBrew Coffeemaker Feature

• 12-cup coffeemaker features digital clock and delayed start
• Wake up to a pot of freshly brewed coffee
• Perfectly drip-free pouring spout; 2 water windows
• Sneak-a-cup feature; automatic shut-off after 2 hours
• 13 inches tall, raised lid requires 22 inches; 1-year warranty

This is one programmable coffeemaker that's actually very easy to program. The touch-pad buttons are intuitive, and the printed directions clear, so there's no excuse for not waking up to the aroma of a freshly brewed pot of java. To prepare for making a pot at any hour, the lid lifts up (hinges in rear), exposing the brew basket: add a flat-bottomed paper filter and the ground coffee of your choice. There's ample pour space for water, the level of which you can view through a convenient window on either side. Simply close the lid and push the On button. Auto/On and the clock buttons set the time for delayed start.

The most satisfying thing about the glass carafe is that the wide lip pours without a single drip. In addition, the broad bottom on the carafe affords good surface contact with the stay-hot plate for up to two hours; at that point, the machine shuts off automatically for safety. Those who can't wait for a sip before the entire pot is brewed will appreciate the Sneak-a-Cup feature. While the coffeemaker stands 13 inches tall, it must be pulled forward on a counter to clear most cabinets since the raised lid requires 22 inches. The DCM2500B features a sleek hourglass shape, comes in black or white, and is covered by a one-year warranty. The brew basket and carafe are dishwasher-safe in the top rack. --Ann Bieri Black & Decker SmartBrew coffeemaker in black. Includes 12-cup capacity, lighted on/off switch, removable brew basket, water window, cord storage and Perfect Pour carafe.