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| About - Black & Decker DLX1050B |
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The Black & Decker DLX1050B is part of the coffeemaker test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, drip coffeemaker models like the DLX1050B are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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| About This Brand |
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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 DLX1050B | |
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Programmable |
Yes |
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Thermal carafe/mug |
No |
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Small-batch setting |
No |
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Brew-strength control |
No |
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Dispenser-style |
No |
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Dimensions H x W x D (in.) |
NA |
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Consumer Reports User Reviews
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Not bad for the price
2/14/2013
Pros
Inexpensive
Reliable
Cons
Brew Temp Too Low
Best Uses
Good for morning coffee
Comment:
We make between 3 and 5 mugs (6 to 10 standard cups) of coffee every morning, and have done so for the months we've had it. This coffeemaker does the job except for a couple of minor points:<br /><br />- the initial brew is barely hot enough, especially of one adds Half&Half (but the warmer plate heats what's left in the carafe nicely by the 2nd cup). Because the brew temp isn't what it ought to be, we have to use a heaping coffee measure to get the strength we like (compared to our ancient 4-cup Mr. Coffee).<br /><br />- the carafe has started to leak a drop or two where the plastic at the top joins the glass if poured right after brewing...I think the seal there has deteriorated with time (and dishwashing). I should note, however, that I still do not get any of the floods to which others have referred...I can pour without sinks or towels to catch the drips.<br /><br />In short, it programs easily, makes decent coffee, shuts off automatically after 2 hours, and has worked reliably. And it was inexpensive. I have no complaints.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
WON'T BUY BLACK-DECKER AGAIN
10/2/2012
Pros
Cons
Pot Drips When Pouring
Best Uses
Comment:
The pause and serve never worked, even when it's done brewing coffee still leaks out onto the burner plate, which is almost ruined. We always get a paper towel when we're pouring as the pot leaks all over. I'd never pour someone a cup without moving away from them. I'm looking for a new coffee maker.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Disposable
8/17/2012
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comment:
These are so inexpensive that you should regard them as disposable. When they stop working, get a new one. Make good coffee. Perfectly simple to use. Hard on the landfills.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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