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Black & Decker DCM2160B

Price range:

$24.99 - $46.00

Summary: This Black & Decker 12-cup drip model has been tested by our experts.

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Type: 8- to 14-cup drip coffeemakers with carafe

About - Black & Decker DCM2160B
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. Brew performance: The ability to reach 195° to 205° F for five or six minutes, the industry standard for optimal brewing. Convenience: Reflects ease of filling the reservoir, placing the filter, gauging the amount of coffee remaining, and cleaning up. It also reflects how clear we judged the controls. Carafe handling: Covers handle comfort, tendency to drip while 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 cups or are brew-and-dispense models. The latter hold the coffee in a tank; you fill your cup by pressing it against the dispenser lever.

About - Black & Decker DCM2160B

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.

Brew performance:: The ability to reach 195° to 205° F for five or six minutes, the industry standard for optimal brewing.
Convenience:: Reflects ease of filling the reservoir, placing the filter, gauging the amount of coffee remaining, and cleaning up. It also reflects how clear we judged the controls.
Carafe handling:: Covers handle comfort, tendency to drip while 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 cups or are brew-and-dispense models. The latter hold the coffee 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 DCM2160B
Programmable Programmable models have a clock and can be set to brew at a specified time. Programmable	Yes
Thermal carafe/mug Keeps coffee warm for about four hours; thermal mugs don't hold heat as well. Thermal carafe/mug	No
Small-batch setting Claims to let you make a partial pot without compromising coffee quality. Small-batch setting	No
Brew-strength control Adjusts water flow to make weaker or stronger coffee. Brew-strength control	No
Dispenser-style Dispenser models, which we call brew-and-dispense, hold the brew in a heated tank; you fill your cup by pressing it against the dispenser lever. Dispenser-style	No
Dimensions H x W x D (in.) The height, width, and depth of the coffeemaker, in inches. Measurements are rounded up to the next whole inch. Dimensions H x W x D (in.)	NA
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By Chocolate guy

from Boise, Idaho

1.0

Really disappointed.

2/11/2013

Pros

Cons

Over Flows

Best Uses

Comment:

The filter basket is off set and sometimes does not seat properly. We have had the basket fill with water, over flow the filter, and spill coffee and grounds over the counter.

How long have you owned it:

Three-to-six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

By Hot Foot Dave

from Seattle, WA

1.0

Black & Decker DCM2160B

10/12/2012

Pros

makes HOT coffee

Cons

Spills Hot Coffee On You

Best Uses

Makes Good Coffee

Comment:

The actual coffee maker is favorable but the carafe (pot) spills coffee everytime as the spout is too small. If waking up to hot coffee pouring on your foot every morning gets you going, then this make is for you. This particular model should be recalled.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

By jdr

from Tucson, AZ

3.0

some good, some bad

5/2/2012

Pros

Brew good

Coffee temp good

Fast brew time

Low Price

Cons

Basket handle hinder fill

Carafe drip when pouring

Best Uses

Daily for 6 cups

Comment:

carafe drips coffee to counter almost every time when poured.

How long have you owned it:

Three-to-six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

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