Coffee Without the Carafe!Cuisinart lets you have your coffee on demand! The Cuisinart DCC-3000 Coffee on Demand dispenses one cup at a time with an easy to use actuator. Hold up to 12 cups of coffee in the double-wall coffee reservoir. The easy to read coffee gauge lets you know how many cups of coffee are left, and the included charcoal water filter keeps your coffee tasting great. The DCC-3000 makes coffee easy– its fully programmable with 24-hour advance brew start, programmable auto shutoff, self-clean, and a 1-4 cup setting to brew smaller amounts that still taste delicious. Remove both the coffee and water reservoirs for easy clean up. Note:Coffee grounds/particles are accumulating coffee container where the brewed coffee exits the container, which prevents the gasket from sealing correctly when the dispense lever is released. When/if this happens, the valve needs to be rinsed with tap water while holding the valve (located on the bottom of the container) open to flush any grounds/particles out.Features and BenefitsRemovable Water Reservoir Detaches from unit for easy filling. Drip Tray Plate Removable plate which holds the drip tray in place. Drip Tray Removable tray with grate to catch any excess coffee that does not dispense into mug and residual condensation from the brewing process. Coffee Reservoir Removable double-wall reservoir keeps up to 12 cups of coffee hot for hours. Charcoal Water Filter Charcoal water filter eliminates chlorine, bad tastes and odors from tap water. Coffee ScoopCoffee Gauge Displays amount of brewed coffee remaining in reservoir. Hour and Minute Buttons Used to set time of day and set time for automatic functions. Function Knob Used to initiate programming of automatic functions – Auto On, Auto Off, Program, Clock, and Brew. Clean Setting Tells you when it’s time to clean your coffeemaker. Remove built-up calcification from the water reservoir to help extend the life of your coffeemaker. 1–4 Cup Setting Improves extraction, flavor and temperature when brewing fewer than 5 cups. Dispenser Lever For dispensing coffee into mug or travel cup. Showerhead Distributes water evenly over coffee, reducing temperature loss as water passes through grounds. Dispenser Light Light comes on when dispensing lever is pressed and coffee pours into cup. Power Loss Back-up System One-minute protection against losing your programmed settings in case power fails, breaker trips or unit is unplugged. Ready Tone Signals the end of the brew cycle with five beeps. Gold-Tone Cuisinart Commercial-Style FilterFilter Basket Holds our commercial-style permanent filter or a paper filter. Removable for easy cleaning. BPA Free All materials that come in contact with liquid are BPA free. Easy to Use Control PanelCoffee Gauge Displays amount of brewed coffee remaining in unit.Clock Display Displays time of day and Auto On and Off times. Hour and Minute Buttons For use in setting hour and minute for time of day, Auto On time, and Auto Off time. Function Knob Auto On The Auto On setting programs the coffeemaker to turn on at the time selected, up to 24 hours in advance. See “Program” below for instructions on setting time. Auto Off The Auto Off setting lets you program coffeemaker to shut off 0 to 4 hours after brew cycle ends. Holds selected time until you change it. Program The Program function is used to set the Auto On time. Select brew start time with hour and minute buttons – LCD displays “PM” for afternoon and nighttime brew starts. Holds selected time until you change it. Brew The Brew function is used to start the brew cycle directly. Clock Used to program the time of day. Audible Tone An audible tone sounds 5 times when the coffee has completed brewing. Auto On Indicator LightClean Setting Indicates time to clean coffeemaker to remove calcium buildup. 1–4 Cup Setting Improves extraction, flavor and temperature when brewing fewer than 5 cups. On/Off Button Used to turn your coffeemaker on and off. Unit must be on to program functions.
| Asin | B005IR4W7W |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 11.25"D x 8.75"W x 14.7"H |
| Weight | 9 pounds |
| Manufacturer | Cuisinart |
Paul Mathews –
First, this is a very good coffee maker. Coffee is flavorful and is kept hot in its dispensing reservoir. Having no carafe to wash is nice, however, the coffee reservoir tank has to be similarly cleaned (it is removable) and given all of its crevices, is actually harder to clean than a regular carafe. The polished metal heating pad at the bottom of the reservoir will stain within a few weeks of use (you can de-stain it by using some Barkeeper’s Friend cleaning powder but, again, this is more work than you’d have cleaning a regular glass carafe). And you absolutely must keep the spring-loaded pour spout clean to avoid drips. Another issue with the reservoir is that it has a catch that connects to the machine’s coffee “fuel gauge” so that you know how much coffee is left in the tank. This is a great feature, however, you can expect it to fail with 100% probability within 2-3 years of your purchase and, as far as I could tell, there is no way to fix it (I honestly don’t even know why it fails since it’s presumably a simple float mechanism). You can purchase a replacement reservoir right here on Amazon for $45 (search for “Cuisinart Coffee Reservoir”). While this will fix the fuel gauge problem, depending on the price you paid for the coffee maker, the replacement reservoir can be as much as 50% of your original purchase cost. We purchased a replacement reservoir about 2 years after purchasing the coffee maker when the fuel gauge stopped working properly. The replacement actually lasted much longer than the original, around 6-7 years before it failed. At that point, I just bought another Cuisinart Coffee maker on sale because it was like getting a replacement reservoir for $45 plus an entirely new coffee maker for about that same price (gave away the original coffee maker with the wonky fuel gauge). We’re much more diligent about cleaning and drying the water and coffee reservoirs so that they don’t accumulate ugly scale. We never encountered a “clean” light issue as some reviews have mentioned here. Again, this is a very good coffee maker but be aware that it requires cleaning diligence and the coffee reservoir will almost certainly need to be replaced within a couple of years of your purchase if you want to have a working fuel gauge. The original Cuisinart coffee maker we purchased 12 years ago is essentially identical to the one we just purchased so Cuisinart, who are undoubtedly aware of the issue with the reservoir have made no attempt to address it. My advice would be to only buy this on sale (around $80-$90). Do not pay the regular price (about $120) as this machine is not worth that amount given the future additional costs that you will be paying.
Michelle –
I read through a lot of reviews on coffee makers recently before purchasing this one, and we’ve been very happy with it. I noticed a lot of reviewers for this coffee maker having similar issues with cleaning/grinds getting stuck, so I thought I’d write a review and add some pictures of how to clean and maintain this pot. That seems to be the issue.
The removable water tank on this is why we bought it and it doesn’t disappoint. Just lifts out and it can stand on its own in the sink which makes it super easy to fill. There is a charcoal filter that sits where the water moves through so filling it from the tap is easy. We previously had a Cuisinart so I’m happy we can still use the same filters.
The filter basket is easy to lift out and clean. It comes with a gold one but we prefer paper filters. The manual is VERY specific about using one OR the other, so don’t double up (like we did the first time.) I found Bunn brand filters are slightly taller than standard and work perfect in here. When cleaning out the filter, I just hold the handle with one finger and dump the whole thing in the garbage. Someone complained about the handle getting in the way and making a mess, so that’s how I prevent that. That gets rinsed and put aside to dry after each use.
In my pictures next is the inside of the pot where the coffee tank is. At first I thought, how am I ever going to get this clean? After a minute I realized the entire tank simply lifts out by a handle!! I have a feeling a lot of people aren’t taking this out to clean it daily, and that will definitely cause issues. There are some grinds leftover no matter what we do so it’s very important to clean this. I just rinse it a few times and put it aside to air dry.
IMPORTANT STEP! On the underside it says to push in on the valve while rinsing the coffee tank so that water flows through. This will keep any grinds from getting stuck. It’s got to be impossible to have issues with this machine if you’re doing this.
My last picture shows the top view of the opening where the coffee tank valve meets the “button” to dispense coffee. There is nothing there, nothing to get stuck. This tells me that the issues of the button getting stuck and gunked up with grinds are because people aren’t taking out the tank and finding through the valve often.
This machine is really well designed. All extra water in the machine funnels down to the drip tray, so there aren’t any weird puddles or spills. Drip tray is removable, so when my husband has to fill his huge Yeti before work, he just takes it out and leans his Yeti against the edge of the counter. The buttons and functions are easy to use, auto off is customizable which we like. The coffee tank keeps the coffee hotter for longer than your typical carafe. We grind our beans daily and our coffee is very consistent in taste.
Our toddler loves to get us our coffee by using the button so that’s a fun extra. Overall, a really great machine with easy to use functions and should last a very long time with proper maintenance as per the manual.
Stephen G. –
EDIT (8/24/18): If the "Clean" light comes on every time you run a brew cycle — even after prior repeated cleanings — you can probably fix this issue by unplugging the unit for at least one (1) hour, preferably longer. Doing this apparently resets the machine back to its factory settings. As I documented below (yes, I know this review is WAY too long), I had cleaned my DCC-3000 repeatedly and the "Clean" light kept coming on no matter what. There are a lot of complaints about this related to this model and its predecessors. I do not know if there is a dedicated sensor that detects calcium/mineral buildup that triggers the "Clean" light. If there is one, it might be defective if the above procedure to clear the "Clean" light’s status does not work for you. I am leaving my rating at Four Stars for now; still, it is a great machine if you can tolerate its quirks.
EDIT (8/19/18): For now, I am taking off one (1) star (from a 5-star rating) because the "Clean" indicator is now coming one every 7-10 days! I brewed my first batch of coffee on May 23, changed the water filter on July 23 (every 60 days as recommended) and the "Clean" light didn’t come on for the first time until July 31. No problem, I figured…it’s probably time for its first cleaning. Performed the vinegar flush on July 31, only to have the "Clean" light come on again on Aug. 10. That’s strange, I thought. So I cleaned it again, this time using 1/2 water and 1/2 vinegar. Seven days later on Aug. 17, the "Clean" light came on AGAIN. This morning (Aug. 19), I cleaned it again with pure vinegar (12 cups; oh, what a stink!) and am now running a third flush with clean water. It may be time to use pure lemon juice, as the vinegar I have been using is, admittedly, old and its acidity has probably diminished with time. I’ll provide another update soon, but this is a discouraging development because I truly LOVE this type of coffee dispenser.
ORIGINAL REVIEW (6/10/18):Simply put, this is a great coffeemaker.
When I first saw it, it reminded me of my red plastic Kool-Aid drink dispenser I had when I was a kid. Nostalgia aside, the DCC-3000 is a great value for those wanting to, ahem, dispense with the traditional coffee carafe. Initial setup is quick and easy. Just remember to pull the power cord completely out from its internal storage compartment on the back of the unit. You can also push the cord back into its storage cavity to reduce excess length.
When the water reservoir is filled to the 6-cup mark, my unit completes a full brewing cycle in five (5) minutes. It’ll make a little noise – some hissing and an occasional pop or two – but that tells you it’s working as it should. During a recent brief power outage (about 2 minutes), the clock retained all of its settings. And the beautiful blue LED backlight will cast just enough light so you can prepare your coffee on the counter without turning on the kitchen light. The white LED dispensing light is just outright cool and helps prevent you from overfilling your cup. If you use a ceramic mug, be advised that the bottom of the cup may scratch the plated drip pan grate. Just place a folded paper towel atop the grate to prevent this. (Replacement parts ARE available from Cuisinart and other sources but can be pricey.)
Cleaning is fairly straightforward. I clean my coffee reservoir and filter basket with warm soapy water after each use to remove any residual coffee oils. This is my personal preference; for most users, cleaning it once weekly in this manner is usually sufficient. The cavity for the coffee reservoir will capture residual condensation that remains from a brewing cycle. Just roll up a paper towel (length-wise) and wick it away from the interior.
I have used the “1-4 cup” setting just once for a 4-cup brewing cycle and it produced flavorful coffee with the comparable strength and temperature of a 6-cup cycle. On my unit, I have found that each demarcation on the Coffee Gauge represents about 2 cups. I have yet to use the included gold-tone filter, opting instead for paper filters.
The only improvements I would make to future iterations of the DCC-3000 are (1) a slight redesign of the coffee reservoir/filter basket lid to prevent condensation from dripping down the back of the unit and (2) a backlight for the Coffee Gauge.
This machine, combined with Amazon pricing and a three-year Cuisinart warranty, represents an excellent value for those wanting to go carafe-less.
UPDATE (6/19/2018): I have owned the Cuisinart DCC-3000 for 30 days now and have completed 13 brewing sessions (6 cups each). Around the 8th or 9th session, I noticed my coffee had become somewhat weak for an unknown reason(s). This morning, I filled the water reservoir to the **5.5** cup mark (1/2 cup less than usual), used my normal 6 level scoops of medium ground coffee and set the "1-4 Cups" feature. The result was noticeably stronger coffee. I know that other reviewers here have said that activating the "1-4 Cups" feature does not enhance the strength if you are brewing more than 4 cups. Regardless, I will keep experimenting until I can brew coffee consistently at my preferred strength. As stated earlier, I wash the coffee reservoir and filter basket in warm soapy water after each use. For some users, this might seem like overkill. However, I have not experienced any problems with dripping from the dispenser. At most, only 2 drops fall into the drip pan once I have filled my cup, which is acceptable. **Keeping the spring-loaded port at the bottom of the coffee reservoir ++clean and unobstructed++ is key to keeping coffee from dripping from the dispenser.** I have yet to use the gold-toned filter, opting instead for junior-size paper filters designed for 4-6 cups. All in all, I’m still very satisfied with my purchase.
Jose H Lazares –
I recently repurchased the Cusinart 12 cup programmable coffee maker after 5 years of extensive use. Three things we love about this unit is that it 1) replaces the traditional glass carafe with an internal coffee repository that allows you to dispense coffee by simply pressing a button 2) keeps coffee warm for up to 4 hours 3) simple to set up, program and clean. Overall unit is attractive , makes a great cup of coffee and lasts a long time even with extensive ( 3 pots a day) use. Worth the price if you want a sleek coffee maker that dispenses with a click of the button.
William S –
This DCC-3000 replaced a Cuisinart Grind and Brew, which faithfully delivered great brewed coffee for years. And, only replaced for the unique features of the DCC-3000. So it afforded me the time to research many coffee brewing machines and their functions. Besides reading reviews, I asked my construction clients, business associates in real estate offices, banks and material suppliers their opinions of a wide variety of different makes and models of coffee brewing machines. I found they all pretty much deliver an acceptable cup of coffee, with only a few complaints or regrets regarding the application of the machines features.
I’m not a coffee connoisseur nor a caffeine addict. I just appreciate what little does enter my system, be the best of its intended purpose. I grew up on a ranch with ‘Hobo’ coffee ( coffee grounds in water, simmered over a fire and sifted through a sorta clean neckerchief). The means were crude, but the results equivalent to the French Press…… well, sorta.
I found the DCC-3000 complies to our requirement. We live in a split shift environment. My son is up way early, I pop up an hour later and my wife, with her international marketing is up as I’m leaving. With the soft heat warming feature and internal brewed coffee storage container, we all receive a fairly good cup of coffee. I did find the first couple cups of coffee ( when it begins brewing 12 cups) is a little stronger, and it is not as hot, since the temperature of the first few cups are absorbed by the cooler components of the machine. However, at the end of the brewing cycle, that cup is definitely the best. And, fairly consistent an hour later.
My ideal coffee dispensing machine would accommodate a full one or two pound bag of coffee beans, hard plumbed to the RO water filter supply. Ground, brewed and dispensed, one cup at a time, hot and fresh in less than 30 seconds. I would consider that ‘On Demand’. Yet, it would be at a cost of flavor loss without steep time.
The Grind feature of our prior Cuisinart was quickly bypassed. The internal humidity would dampen the grinding beans not allowing them to be properly blown into the straining container, and requiring special attention to function. The glass carafe was nice for appearance and viewing the content, but it required higher heat to keep at a good temperature. The stainless steel thermal container retained the temperature longer requiring less heating, but a loss of the familiar glass. Both of which are still just another item to deal with in the process of acquiring a cup of coffee. These are the features I considered when deciding to purchase the DCC-3000. After a few months of operation, the most I can pick on is the level gauge. Which, in itself, is the most feasible compensation for not physically viewing the brewed content volume. Not high tech, but it works.
The price is well over the first coffee pot I used, but as long as they last, their features of convenience, ease of use and overall appearance, this unit is well worth the space it occupies on my counter. Yes it does deliver a good cup of coffee, as I demand….. and no neckerchiefs were harmed during the process.
stephywephy –
My mom had this at her house so I bought one. I love that it doesn’t have a pot. So no spillage. You can removed the water piece to add water in it directly instead of having to pour from another vessel. My husband takes the bottom piece off to pour the coffee into his big Yeti coffee tumbler. So you are not beholden to just a coffee mug. My only complaint is that after a while it just shuts off the heat mechanism which I get is for safety purposes but I really want to be able to grab a cup at anytime that is piping hot. Overall this is a great coffee maker. It fits on my counter and slides underneath the cabinets. The coffee percolates rather quickly and I love that you can see the empty-full gauge. It’s like the fuel gauge in a car. You don’t need filters. It shows that you can or should use them, I don’t like using them. I add Ceylon cinnamon to the coffee grounds when percolating so the filters do not work well for me. It’s easy to clean. Just grab out the little handle and dump and rinse. Super cool.
Book Lover –
I LOVE Cuisinart’s Coffee-on-Demand coffee makers. Their 3 year warranty is fantastic too and they DO honor the warranty.
They OBVIOUSLY listened to all the complaints about the DCC-2000. I had 2 of those. The first one died 3 times and was replaced by Cuisinart. Even though I LOVED that coffee maker, the condensation in the lid dripping down the back and the obvious electronic issues, I didn’t love. After the first DCC-2000 died after warranty, I loved it so much (looks, function and coffee taste), I bought another one and NEVER had an issue with the newer one (except the condensation in the lid). That DCC-2000 is now heading off to college with my son. That’s why I bought this one. Woot!
It is a GREAT looking coffeemaker, though I really do like the more retro look of the 2000 better. I like the round coffee gauge on the 2000 better than the rectangle on the 3000, but that’s just a small nit. It’s still a great looking coffeemaker and that coffee gauge works perfectly.
I LOVE the light on the clock…I can now actually SEE the time on it. That’s always a plus when it comes to clocks. 😉 I really like the new separate water tank. I can still fill it from my kitchen hose, so it never has to be removed unless it needs to be washed. The flow on this unit is smooth and even and the light over the cup is FANTASTIC! Now I can dispense coffee in low light. It makes delicious coffee too. I changed NOTHING in the way I make my coffee and it tastes just as good as it did in the DCC-2000.
All the controls are intuitive…simple to set and easy to use. It even tells you when it’s time to be cleaned. That’s a great feature. I haven’t used the 1-4 cup setting yet, but I’m sure it works just as good as all the other great features. I used the Auto-On this morning and it worked. I awoke to wonderful, freshly brewed coffee. You can also set how long you want the coffeemaker to stay on…1-4 hours.
Coffee-on-Demand is one of the best things to happen in coffeemakers. It’s not quite as convenient as a Tassimo, Pods or K-cup single serve, but it’s also not as expensive because you’re not buying the expensive single serve Pods or Kups. You really DO pay for THAT convenience. Not having a carafe to deal with is a huge plus, IMO.
If you’re in the market for a new coffeemaker, I highly recommend the Cuisinart DCC-3000 Coffee-on-Demand. Cuisinart’s 3 year warranty ALWAYS brings me back to their products.
Should I have any issues with this new Coffee-on-Demand, like I did with the 2000, I will come back and update my review. If it’s not updated, then you will know all is well. 🙂
On edit: I just tried 4 travel mugs that we have and only one fit WITH THE BOTTOM DRIP PLATE MOVED OUT…the one that fits is 6 1/2″ tall.
EdNAtl –
I’ve only had this coffee maker for about a month so I can’t attest to it’s longevity. It’s my first Cuisinart product but it seems so far to be living up to the brand’s reputation for quality. The coffee comes out at the perfect temperature (piping hot, not scalding hot) and tastes absolutely delicious! I don’t know how well the water filter works since I always use filtered or bottled water to begin with. The tap water in Atlanta has a lot of chlorine in it which can make the coffee bitter, so the water you use is just important as the coffee you use. I set the keep warm timer to 4 hours and the last cup is as good as the first. If there is coffee left over I pour the rest into a thermal carafe and save it for later. If I empty the pot before the timer cuts it off, I make sure to turn the unit off to avoid burning any remains at the bottom. The handy "gas gauge" on the front is a great way to tell approximately how much is left. You’ll need to make sure the tank is completely empty before brewing a new pot. Although the water reservoir is removable, I find it easer to use a pitcher or large plastic cup to fill it from the top. The LED light above the dispensing alcove is a handy feature to let you know when your cup is almost full.
Other reviews I’ve read complained of leaks and drips. I’ve not had any major problems with this but I did experience some water on my counter top one morning. I discovered that the drip pan had run over. I emptied the pan and dried everything off. Then I ran the unit again without the coffee. I small amount of water (no more than a tablespoon) runs into the pan near the end of the brewing cycle. Once brewing stopped, I opened the lid and observed that the steam generated during brewing had condensed into water droplets on the lid and shower head. As I tilted the lid back more droplets ran down the rear inside of the unit and out into the drip pan. My conclusion is that there is not anything wrong with the unit and that the water running into the drip pan is just condensation and not a leak. I just have to remember to check the drip pan every couple of days and empty it. Problem solved.
I have been using the included wire mesh basket to hold the ground coffee. The cons to this are that the basket is a bit difficult to clean and it allows more of the fine grounds to pass through resulting in a fine sludge at the bottom of the pot. If you use the mesh basket you’ll need to clean the unit more often. The pros to using the mesh basket are that you are saving trees and I think the coffee actually has a bit more flavor, and isn’t that what it’s all about?
The unit is a bit bigger than it looks in the photo and does take up a good bit of counter space. It’s billed as a 12-cup unit but they are basing it on 5 oz cups. An actual cup is 8 oz so you are really only getting 7.5 cups from a full pot. I’ve had many coffee makers over the years but this is my first with a dispenser instead of a carafe. So far I’ve been very happy with it.
In conclusion, while the unit is a bit bulky, it is very attractive. It is easy to use and maintain. Most importantly, it makes a great-tasting cup of coffee!
Retirednlovingit –
After one day of use and two brews, I’m very satisfied with the Cuisinart DCC-3000. Like another user said, it’s tall! But there is about 1 3/4" clearance to my cabinets. Like another Cuisinart I’ve owned, I had to pull it out from under the cabinets anyway to prepare it to brew, so what’s the problem? Slide it out, throw in the coffee and water, and then slide it back. Haven’t most of us done it that way for years?
I really like the controls. They are simple…like the Cuisinart DCC-1200, but better arranged. A button replaced the on/off toggle on this new model, but it is otherwise quite similar. If you’ve own other Cuisinart’s like me, you will be instantly at home with this unit.
Somebody must actually read these reviews at Cuisinart, because they did increase the size of the clock to the point you can comfortably read the black numerals on the electronic blue background from about five feet away. No longer must your squat down or get on your knees to program it with your reading glasses on. (But I’m still waiting for one I can see from across the room at the dining table. I know you techs at Cuisinart can do this!)
The setup for the clock is almost identical to the DCC-1200 I purchased several years ago, and that made an already easy task very simple perform. With that done it was time to put this jewel to work.
Pull it out from under the cabinet, Open the left reservoir and pour in H2O to the 12 cup line (water reservoir is scaled 3-12 in 1 cup increments). Want to make a 3 or 4 cups really fast…yes you can. There is a button for that.
You have your choice of filling it on the machine or lifting the reservoir off and taking it to the water source where it might be more convenient for your particular setup. Lifting the hatch on the right hand side of the brewer exposes the coffee reservoir and coffee basket carriage in which sits one of those gold screen baskets. In this instance it is nice to lift the basket out and load it on the counter, otherwise I’d have coffee all over the counter and brewer. There isn’t much more to do to remove the coffee reservoir when time for cleanup later. I use a paper filter in the basket to keep the grounds in the coffee to a minimum.
A full 12 cup brew was just under 10 minutes without some of the loud steam sounds familiar in the DCC-1200. That’s an unexpected plus. Put in your favorite mug or cup, press the dispense button and…Holy moly…what is that? A light came on above the cup so you can see how full you are pouring! Awesome!!! A nice little LED light that should outlast the coffee maker. (I tell you folks, they’ll get that clock up to the right size. You just wait and see!)
And the acid test…taste. It was really quite good. I didn’t have anything in the house except some classic roast Folgers, but it was very good…way better tasting than average. Yep…a keeper. I drank the reservoir dry after several hours. I did not experience burnt tasting coffee as mentioned by some other reviewers. I would probably have appreciated it if they had kept the three position switch for the carafe temperature from the DCC-1200, in this model, but as I said, no burnt taste so far.
Cleanup was very simple and I’ve already got it programed for Auto-Run in the morning. Do I miss the carafe from my old DCC-1200? Nope! In all seriousness, you will be happy with this coffee maker too. Cuisinart has designed and produced another excellent coffee maker. Is it perfect? No…But what is? They certainly have made some major improvements and I can almost promise you that Cuisinart is not through designing and building great coffee makers that last a long time so you can get your value from them.
Don’t forget that you are getting the added protection and customer service from Amazon who have gone out of their way to make you happy and keep you there time after time.
Update on March 02, 2015: I’ve had this Cuisinart DCC-3000 for 8 months now and am still extremely pleased with it. For those who asked about filling tall cups in this thing…yes you can. Secret? This coffee maker has a long enough electrical cord that you can pull the unit out to the edge of the counter. Actually, I pull it until it’s hanging 1/3 over the edge. Pull out the drip tray and set it to the side, and then you can fill up that giant mug from the 7-11 store. Really! I do it nearly every week before going to a bible study where we drink lots of java. If that clearance issue was stopping you from buying this great coffee machine, wait no longer.
Joe –
This has been a great coffee pot for us, its really easy to use and comes with a re-usable coffee filter. All you have to do is fill up the water level, put your coffee in the filter and let it run. Its programmable so you can easily set a time you’d like it to brew at and you don’t have to deal with the pot and potentially spilling coffee out. Once the coffee is done brewing you just pull down a small lever on the front to dispense the coffee. I would highly recommend this unit.