Black and Decker DCM2160B 12 Cup Coffee Maker

Black and Decker offers many units of coffee makers. Each unit has its good as well as its bad points. Read this review to know the benefits and the drawbacks of buying Programmable DCM2160B / DCM2160W.

Programmable DCM2160B / DCM2160W is one of the coffee makers that Black and Decker boasts of. The unit is available in black and white. Programmable DCM2160B / DCM2160W is a 12-cup coffee maker that has cost ranging from $29.62 to $34.99.

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Specifications

Key features of the coffee maker

- Programmable features- The programmable feature allows one to pre-program the coffee maker a night before.

- Easy to program - One of the best things about this coffee maker is that it is easy to program. The controls are easy to locate. Unlike the other coffee maker units, this one is not very complicated.

- Simplicity - There are units that take some time to be mastered. This unit, on the other hand, is easy to manage.

- 2-hour automatic shut off - The unit has a 2-hour automatic shut off feature which is designed for the safety and convenience of the consumers. With this feature, the consumers don't have to worry even if they leave the unit on.

- Sneak-a-cup feature - with the sneak a cup feature, the consumers can get a cup of coffee even before the brewing is not yet through.

- Removable diswasher-safe brew basket - This feature is added for the durability of the product and the convenience of the consumers. With this, the brewing basket would last long. The removable feature would also make the cleaning of the basket easier.

- Perfect Pour feature - This feature ensures that the coffee when being pour would not drip.

Advantages

One of the best things about this coffee maker unit is that it can produce more cups of coffee compared to other units. For the consumers, the 12-cup capacity of the coffee maker is ideal for every household who have many family members.

According to some consumers, one of the attractive things about the coffee maker is the simple control. You don't have to be a pro to use this unit. The programmable clock is also a plus. with this, you can sleep soundly through the night and wake up to the aroma of your coffee.

This unit also ensures the safety of the consumers. With the automatic shut off setting, the consumers can ensure that no overheating will take place even if they forgot to switch the coffee maker off. The brewing basket of this unit is also very easy to clean because it is removable.

Aside from this, many consumers say that it is also very durable. The coffee maker is also available in white and in black colors.

Disadvantages

One of the drawbacks that consumers cite about this product is the terrible smell retained by the unit when it gets in contact with substances with strong smell. According to some consumers, the smell of vinegar that spilled on the unit stays on for long.


Pros
- can produce more cups of coffee
- Auto Shut-Off for safety
- one can grab a cup of coffee even if the brewing is not yet finished
- coffee won't drip during the pouring process
- the dishwasher can be removed for easy cleaning
- the controls are simple and easy to manage
- is available in two different colors
- can be programmed the night before

Cons

- not energy-efficient
- retains the not-so-pleasant smell

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