Black+Decker 5-Cup Coffeemaker
Score: 61/100
Ninja 12-Cup Programmable
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Ninja 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Brewer offers a solid 12-cup capacity with a 24-hour timer and Hotter Brewing Technology for consistent flavor. It falls short on premium conveniences like a built-in grinder or frother. Best suited for households or offices that need reliable large-batch brewing with programmable convenience.
The BLACK+DECKER DCM600B is a tiny 5-cup drip coffee maker with a one-touch brew button and dishwasher-safe filter, perfect for very small spaces. Its lack of programmable features and mixed reliability reports limit its appeal for heavier users. Best suited for solo drinkers or couples needing a simple, space-saving coffee solution.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5 cups | 12 cupsbest | |
5 cups | 7.5 cupsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.134 kgbest | 2.97 kg |
| ↓ lower better | — | 1,100 Wbest |
2 yearsbest | 1 years | |
10.8 cm | 37.1 cmbest | |
4 itemsbest | 3 items | |
9.8 cm | 26.8 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity(2) | ||
Brew Capacity (Cups) (cups) | 5 cups | 12 cups |
Water Reservoir Capacity (cups) | 5 cups | 7.5 cups |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Type | Corded | Electric |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 2 years | 1 years |
Features(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories (items) | 4 items | 3 items |
Build & Design(6) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.134 kg | 2.97 kg |
Height (cm) | 10.8 cm | 37.1 cm |
Width (cm) | 9.8 cm | 26.8 cm |
Depth (cm) | 7.3 cm | 25.3 cm |
Primary Material | Plastic | Stainless Steel |
Filter Type | Permanent | Permanent screen |
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Professional reviewers commend the DCM600B for its ultra-basic, cost-effective design, noting the minimal part count, compact footprint, and functional keep-hot plate, while criticizing its lack of programmable features, crude overflow solution, and inconsistent weight reporting that hints at variable build quality.
Everyday users generally appreciate the machine's small size, straightforward one-touch operation, and sturdy carafe, but recurring complaints focus on reliability problems, occasional leaks, inconsistent weight claims, and limited feature set compared to pricier competitors.
“Compact size, easy brewing, durable carafe”
Professional assessments position the CE251 as a dependable, well-featured coffee maker that balances performance and aesthetics, making it a strong choice for households or offices needing large-volume brewing with customizable strength options.
Professional assessments position the CE251 as a dependable, well-featured coffee maker that balances performance and aesthetics, making it a strong choice for households or offices needing large-volume brewing with customizable strength options.
