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Hamilton Beach BrewStation Summit 4846[4]
 
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$48.95 - $284.25
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Summary: This Hamilton Beach 12-cup brew-and-dispense model has been tested by our experts.
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Type: 10- to 12-cup brew and dispense coffeemakers
About - Hamilton Beach BrewStation Summit 4846[4]

The Hamilton Beach BrewStation Summit 4846[4] is part of the coffeemaker test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, drip coffeemaker models like the BrewStation Summit 4846[4] 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.
About This Brand

Hamilton Beach is a major brand in small countertop appliances. Models include pods, single, and multiserve coffeemakers that are sold by almost all major retailers. This brand offers products from the lower to upper mid-price tier. Prices range from $15 to $180.

Features & Specs - Hamilton Beach BrewStation Summit 4846[4]
info Programmable Yes
info Thermal carafe/mug NA
info Small-batch setting Yes
info Brew-strength control Yes
info Dispenser-style Yes
info Dimensions H x W x D (in.) NA
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User Reviews - Hamilton Beach BrewStation Summit 4846[4]
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1.0
Awful
3/7/2013
Pros
It Lasted For Approx 4 Mo
Stylish
Cons
Coffee Doesn't Stay Hot
Er At 8 Months
Hard To Clean
Leaked All Over The Count
Best Uses
Everyday
Comment:
DO NOT BUY NOT WORTH THE MONEY FOR THE short period of time of usage
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
 
1.0
Look elseware
2/7/2013
Pros
Easy To Use
Cons
Coffee Doesn't Stay Hot
Limited Features
No Reheat Function
Only 4 Hour Heat Time
Best Uses
Nothing Else Available
Weekends
Comment:
This is a poor example of a coffee maker. I use this at work because it was what someone else brought in. It only keeps coffee hot for 4 hours out of my 12 hour shift. It really needs a reheat/keep warm function.
How long have you owned it:
Three-to-six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
 
1.0
Caveat Emptor
12/27/2012
Pros
Easy To Use
Cons
Bad Clock
Best Uses
Home
Comment:
I have had two. The clock on the first one would not keep time. It would lose a minute here and three minutes there and then 10-15 minutes all at once. I exchanged it and the clock on the second one did the same. I never know how far to advance the clock before I go to bed in order to have hot coffee when I wake up.
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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