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Hamilton Beach 46381 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker, Easy Access Plus, Brew Options, Cone Filter, Black and Stainless

Hamilton Beach 46381 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker, Easy Access Plus, Brew Options, Cone Filter, Black and Stainless

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D. Randall
5.0 out of 5 starsNo loud beeps, makes good (hot) coffee
January 9, 2018
Fantastic, inexpensive coffee pot. Love that it does not "beep" when done brewing or at auto shutoff (should be highlighted in marketing by Hamilton Beach). Easy to fill water reservoir and easy to empty coffee ground basket. Simple to operate. No "plastic" smell or fragments as mentioned by other reviewers (I was lucky or they were unlucky?). I am not a coffee connoisseur (I drink Maxwell House), but the coffee is hot and just as tasty as my old Cuisinart (>2x more expensive).
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SonRise
1.0 out of 5 starsGreat (In concept)...not so much in reality!
February 27, 2018
I bought this to replace a Ninja with thermal carafe that never really delivered a hot cup of coffee. The Melitta type of filters seem to make the best coffee, so that went into the search for a new coffee maker. Easy access was another plus. After a couple of weeks, we have not had one pot of coffee without grounds floating in it! This is designed so that the filter is not able to be opened to it's fullest capability, it can only be opened up to an oval shape, so that the brewing coffee overflows the top of the filter and grounds find their way down into the pot and the cup. I tried different grinds, even tried not folding the filter as recommended....no success! I finally tried using the reusable metal filter from the ninja, having to squeeze the round topped filter into an "ovoid" configuration. This snapped the top rim of the filter, but at least it could be tested. It did indeed deliver a pot of coffee without grounds floating in it. However, the finer grind of german coffee that we like does leave some sediment because the reusable filter does not filter quite as well as the paper Melitta filter does. My wife insists that the coffee maker be stored against the backsplash, so the "easy access" pour feature to put water into the reservoir isn't really the advantage that it seemed it would be. It needs to slide out of its resting place every time it's used. I have a roller unit that could be used under it, but the coffee maker is so tall, there is no room to put the roller under it....... Back to the drawing board! Addendum:
After a few more weeks, we gave up on this machine and sent it to the attic. Got the old Ninja back down and my wife was amazed at how good the coffee tasted again.....we just don't use the carafe for long term serving.
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SonRise
1.0 out of 5 starsGreat (In concept)...not so much in reality!
February 27, 2018
Size: Cone FilterColor: Black and StainlessVerified Purchase
I bought this to replace a Ninja with thermal carafe that never really delivered a hot cup of coffee. The Melitta type of filters seem to make the best coffee, so that went into the search for a new coffee maker. Easy access was another plus. After a couple of weeks, we have not had one pot of coffee without grounds floating in it! This is designed so that the filter is not able to be opened to it's fullest capability, it can only be opened up to an oval shape, so that the brewing coffee overflows the top of the filter and grounds find their way down into the pot and the cup. I tried different grinds, even tried not folding the filter as recommended....no success! I finally tried using the reusable metal filter from the ninja, having to squeeze the round topped filter into an "ovoid" configuration. This snapped the top rim of the filter, but at least it could be tested. It did indeed deliver a pot of coffee without grounds floating in it. However, the finer grind of german coffee that we like does leave some sediment because the reusable filter does not filter quite as well as the paper Melitta filter does. My wife insists that the coffee maker be stored against the backsplash, so the "easy access" pour feature to put water into the reservoir isn't really the advantage that it seemed it would be. It needs to slide out of its resting place every time it's used. I have a roller unit that could be used under it, but the coffee maker is so tall, there is no room to put the roller under it....... Back to the drawing board! Addendum:
After a few more weeks, we gave up on this machine and sent it to the attic. Got the old Ninja back down and my wife was amazed at how good the coffee tasted again.....we just don't use the carafe for long term serving.
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TK
1.0 out of 5 starsDesign Flaw
August 10, 2018
Size: Cone FilterColor: Black and StainlessVerified Purchase
This is my 3rd Hamilton Beach coffee maker in about 5 years time. They're cheap, I get it. But this one has a serious design flaw. The cone filter area is not round at the top. For whatever reason, they decided to make it oval shaped. I normally use a reusable metal cone filter. Due to the oval shape of it, I can no longer use this type of environmentally friendly coffee filter, because it will not sit in it properly. I had to switch to the paper filters. Still with the oval shape of this filter area, even the paper filters have troubles. Because you can't open the paper filter all the way up, the filter tends to fall over on it's as you're trying to brew coffee. This causes a lot of coffee grounds to spill out of the filter, and into the coffee pot. Depending on the amount of coffee you're trying to brew, it'll clog up the plunger and the coffee will not drip down into the pot, and will start to spill out of the top of the filter area. This leads to a lot of coffee grounds in your coffee, and/or a big mess in general.
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D. Randall
5.0 out of 5 starsNo loud beeps, makes good (hot) coffee
January 9, 2018
Size: Cone FilterColor: Black and StainlessVerified Purchase
Fantastic, inexpensive coffee pot. Love that it does not "beep" when done brewing or at auto shutoff (should be highlighted in marketing by Hamilton Beach). Easy to fill water reservoir and easy to empty coffee ground basket. Simple to operate. No "plastic" smell or fragments as mentioned by other reviewers (I was lucky or they were unlucky?). I am not a coffee connoisseur (I drink Maxwell House), but the coffee is hot and just as tasty as my old Cuisinart (>2x more expensive).
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Jtap
5.0 out of 5 starsAWESOME
May 18, 2018
Size: Cone FilterColor: Black and StainlessVerified Purchase
Waited a few weeks to review this coffee maker (my last piece of crappola coffee maker lasted ONE WEEK). I LOVE this Hamilton Beach Coffee Maker. It makes great coffee. The upper area compartment swings out so you can easily place the coffee filter and fill it with your favorite ground coffee. Also, where you pour the water is in the front and you can easily see how much by the measured see-through side. The carafe DOESN'T leak, dribble, or pour water down the side. So nice. And the carafe also has measurements on both sides, for lefties or right handed folks. This coffee maker is a bit bigger than your normal sized deal, so if you have limited space, it might take up too much room. I'd highly recommend this Hamilton Beach coffee maker, especially at this price.
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ACR
5.0 out of 5 starsFinally - all of my needs met!
January 13, 2019
Size: Cone FilterColor: Black and StainlessVerified Purchase
I have spent too much money on coffee makers thinking throwing money at it will get me a good one. All of those lacked the complete package I have now with this one. 1.) It pours without leaking, due to a spout made to contain. 2.) The fill indicator on the side of the machine protrudes a bit, enough that it is so simple to read - not hidden flush to the side or too dark as some I have had. That is important, as we fill using a pullout kitchen faucet. Which brings us to 3.) This is simple to fill with water from the pullout faucet with a flap that opens on the top but is not huge flap like others I have had - so it fits/stays under the cabinets with room to spare even when filling. 4.) The cone filter holder for the coffee is very easily removed with a little handle that does not get in the way when dumping. This part pulls out forward for very easy access for putting in the coffee. Not having to fill this from the top again saves the room above, so the coffee maker can stay under the cabinet to fill and empty ground coffee or used coffee grounds after. I am pleased as punch, and kudos to the engineers who put this together.
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Des Marais
2.0 out of 5 starsSo many design flaws!
November 22, 2018
Size: Cone FilterColor: Black and StainlessVerified Purchase
I wish I had heeded the negative reviews and not purchased this thing. How is it possible to create a coffee maker that's so poorly designed in so many ways?
The cord is very short, so the only place it can go in my fairly small kitchen is in a corner, which makes the design flaws even more problematic. Because of the dark corner, it's impossible to see how much water I pour in, so I need to pour the desired amount into the carafe and then into the machine (an extra step in the morning that I could do without). As others have mentioned, the filter basket is a strange, narrow, elliptical shape that isn't suited to a #4 paper filter even when it's crimped. The basket swings out, but swings freely, making it difficult to put coffee in the filter when it's on the machine. The basket's handle makes it convenient to remove, but once removed it won't stand up, so I have to prop it up in a little storage container just to place the grounds in the filter. Yet another step I could do without. Of course, after the coffee has brewed, the basket drips all over the counter once I swing it out to remove it. The lid to the carafe also swings loosely, so condensed hot water drips all over whenever I try to pour coffee.
It shouldn't be difficult to create a basic coffee maker that works well and easily for the person using it, as the old Melitta one that I bought this one to replace did. I'm giving it two stars because it makes decent coffee, but I shouldn't have to put in extra effort just to get a cup. I hate wasting money like this, but I'm buying a different machine.
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Mel Elliott
5.0 out of 5 starsWorks great
July 13, 2018
Size: Cone FilterColor: Black and StainlessVerified Purchase
This is a beautiful coffee maker and much bigger than I expected. Makes delicious, fresh coffee and keeps it hot. There is no spillage from carafe when pouring. Very happy with my replacement maker.
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Eve Swell
2.0 out of 5 starsINCONVENIENT CARAFE LID DESIGN
March 24, 2019
Size: Cone FilterColor: Black and StainlessVerified Purchase
CONS: 1) Large, uncomfortably BRIGHT WHITE indicator light. 2) Steam releases under cabinet; pot must be moved forward to use without wood cabinet damage. 3) Coffee is not brewed hot; if you like hot, leave longer on warming plate. 4) If you want hot beverage longer than two hours, must turn back on which counts as extra brew in cleaning calculation. 5) Carafe/pot is bad design: cannot completely empty pot due to plastic rim at top that catches liquid ... leaves coffee, plus, won't allow water to empty completely for draining (when cleaning). 6) Carafe/pot flip top doesn't open easily, doesn't stay open easily. To open, thumb must go into a recess which is tight even for my very small hands. If top removes, it would take more pressure than I want to put on the plastic connection. NOTE: The design of the top of the carafe is so frustrating. I asked a younger adult in the neighborhood, if young people just tolerate this. He said that this pot should have never made it out of R&D.
PROS: 1) It is a programmable coffee maker. 2) I find the programming function to be easy and intuitive. 3) Once it gets hot, the warming plate does keep the beverage at a comfortably hot temperature.
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Beth CochranTop Contributor: Fashion Design
5.0 out of 5 starsExcellent Coffee Maker
July 21, 2018
Size: Cone FilterColor: Black and StainlessVerified Purchase
Excellent Coffee Maker!!! Excellent price. I researched coffee makers for several hours before choosing this one. I love that you pour the water into the front of the coffee maker, its so much easier to fill. The carafe is nice, the top is on a hinge so you don't have to take it off to fill it with water. Coffee flows fast from the Carafe! The coffee tastes great! We use the regular brew setting. It's very easy to use, I set it to auto program every night with just the push of one button. It is it is very light in weight. Not a problem for me, but some people might not like how light it is.
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RGS1965
4.0 out of 5 starsBetter design than our last one
April 11, 2019
Size: Cone FilterColor: Black and StainlessVerified Purchase
Our previous machine was also a Hamilton unit which only lasted about 2 years. The only reason we stuck with the same company was so we could have a matching coffee pot as a spare.

I can't speak for longevity on this unit yet but I can say it has a couple improved features .... the lift out filter, nice. The ability to pour water into the front door while the maker is still under a cabinet ... also nice. This one has a filter door that shuts securely ... our last did not. Also, the coffee pot locks securely onto the heating pad, and lastly, the LED display on this unit is much nicer and easier to read than our old one.

The only negative ... they still use lousy buttons on the control panel. That typical thing where you push the button once for each hour or minute when setting the clock and it jumps 3 hours ahead. Not a deal killer but it simply makes it "feel" like you got a nice machine if it behaves like a nice machine.

Like MOST machines .... loud. I suppose unless I drop big bucks for something really fancy any machine will be that way.
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