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Cuisinart Classic 12-cup Programmable Coffeemaker DCC-1100 Series

by Bronwyn H.
(Los Angeles, CA, USA)

The Cuisinart 12-Cup programmable coffeemaker is much like the other coffemakers coming from the brand manufacturer. This particular coffeemaker, however, seems to put an emphasis on programmable. There are also a few additional features that make this coffeemaker still worth the buy, even when put side by side with other Cuisinart coffeemakers.

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This programmable coffeemaker can produce up to twelve cups of hot, delicious coffee that could help you and your family get through the morning. It has fully functional automation and programmability. Like other Cuisinart coffeemakers, you will be protected with a 3 year warranty if you buy this particular product.


Key Features

What are the key features of the programmable coffeemaker from coffeemaker? Here they are:

- The Cuisinart programmable coffeemaker can brew up to 12 cups of coffee.
- The coffeemaker is programmable up to 24 hours.
- It has the brew pause feature, which enables the user to pour a cup of coffee long before the whole brew is finished.
- It makes use of a gold filter.
- Its carafe has an ergonomic handle, for easy pouring.
- The carafe also has a knuckle guard and a dripless spout.
- The coffeemaker has a charcoal water filter, used to keep impurities from reaching your coffee.
- It has a 1 to 4 cup setting if you do not want to wait for a whole 12 cup brew to finish.
- It has a self-cleaning feature.

Advantages

The first thing that consumers notice about the Cuisinart 12 cup programmable coffeemaker is the stylish design. The coffeemaker is definitely a good addition to the kitchen countertop.

Consumers recommend the coffeemaker for its no-drip feature and easy to use filters. The no-drip feature is very good because it helps prevent the kitchen countertop from getting messy from spills. Not only is the surroundings clean but the machine itself is clean. The coffeemaker's self-cleaning feature is a welcome addition for busy consumers.

Consumers who are living alone appreciate the fact that they do not have to brew a whole pot because of the 1 to 4 cup setting. The coffee remains hot in the carafe and tastes great even according to coffee enthusiast. True to its being programmable, the coffeemaker is user-friendly enough that programming it is easy. The multiple settings make each brew suit each household.

Disadvantages

Coffeemakers are not perfect. Even the Cuisinart programmable coffeemaker disappoints consumers in some ways. Some consumers do not even agree with the others about the coffeemaker being spill-free. They say that the programmable coffeemaker actually makes quite a mess. The pot apparently leaks all the time while a lot of coffee remains in the holder along with some grounded coffee.
The self-cleaning feature seem not to help, after all.

Petite people also dislike the fact that they have to be a certain height to properly operate the said coffeemaker.

Pros:

- easy to operate
- has multiple settings
- allows a 1 to 4 cup setting
- brews a whole pot for 12 cups
- has a large pot
- has stylish design
- keeps coffee fresh and hot
- durable design
- easy to clean
- produces delicious coffee
- is affordable

Cons:

- is noisy
- has a bulky build
- difficult to pour water in
- does not last long
- does not match product claims
- has a leaking pot
- good for everyday use

Final Thoughts

When buying a coffee maker, let this review guide you in making better decisions. As a wise consumer, you should always compare first various products and brands to get the best deal for your money.

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Cuisinart Classic 12-cup Programmable Coffeemaker DCC-1100 Series

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Jun 21, 2010
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DANGEROUS
by: Frank in SC

Owned this unit for less than a year and a half and the main complaints had been what many others mention - hard to fill because of small opening, lid won't go back far enough, height, drips, etc.

Still, I was able to put up with all of that until yesterday morning when for no reason whatsoever the unit (while OFF) started to make a LOT of noise. I noticed that there was a very bad smell coming from the warming plate. I also noticed that even though it was still plugged in the display had ceased to function.

I immediately unplugged the unit and let it cool off for 24 hours. I plugged it back in, the display lit up and I prepared a pot of coffee. After being turned on for over 3 minutes nothing happened. This was completely unusual as the unit always began to brew within 30 seconds.

I've now read other comments on other sites that this is common with this unit. It's going in the garbage today since my house is worth more than taking a chance this thing will start a fire.

Mar 11, 2010
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good for coffee beginners
by: Bronwyn H

My fiance and I received this coffeemaker as an engagement present - we registered for it due to positive reviews on the site for our registry. It replaced a truly ancient Mister Coffee that loved to leak everywhere. We've got no complaints about this new machine, especially for the price (around $50.)

It makes our coffee, the pot doesn't stain even though we chose a white one. I like that it has a clean cycle, where you can run a little vinegar and water through to kill anything that might have been flourishing in there... my fiance likes that he can program it to make only 1-4 cups (he hates waste!) and I like that it can be told to brew my coffee at 3:45 am when I get up for work. If you live in an area where temporary power outages occur (1 minute or less) like we do, you'll appreciate that it has power backup. So when the lights click off and then back on a moment later, no worries that your morning coffee won't be waiting when you get up!

Essentially, it's a great starter unit. It doesn't steam your milk or grind your beans, but I don't need any of that so it works just fine for me - and it looks nice on our counter too!

Apr 25, 2009
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by: Anonymous

We had a 12 cup Cuisinart coffee maker before this one. It was the DCC-1200 series. I'm disappointed in this DCC-1100 Series. Where you have the filter there is more condensation on this coffee maker than the one we had before. We thought you would have improved this. Also, the lid does not open back enough to put the water in so it's hard to put it in without it spilling. It makes good coffee and it does look nice on the counter. Thought you would like feedback on this.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Linda Dove

Feb 10, 2009
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High end performer
by: Anonymous

This 12 cup coffeemaker has such great features. The water sprays over the grounds . It heats up the water hotter than any other machine I've had. Looks high end & preforms accordingly.

It can make as little as 1-4 cups of coffee. Also has a warning light to tell you when there is to much calcification that is interfering with the brewing process. Use the water filter also that comes with the machine. That helps eliminate the chlorine, calcium & any odors in your water.

Beeps when the brew is finished & beeps again when it will shut off automatically in 2 hours. Also has a clock on the front panel.

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