Hamilton Beach (49465R) 12 Cup Programmable Coffee Maker Reviews

This Hamilton Beach coffee maker is a nice addition in the kitchen. I read a few reviews on this coffee maker and it seems that with the control panel on the bottom was a problem for some people. I think they are saying it might stop working if coffee gets in there? Ok I own a coffee maker with the control panel on top and if you think about it, the steam goes upwards into the control panel every time it is used, not to mention the over flow, so therefore the control panel on top, coffee makers will always have moisture in it. I have used the Hamilton coffee maker everyday for the last 2 weeks and not once has the control panel gotten wet. The Hamilton coffee maker has only 5 buttons, 1 hour, 1 minute these set the time of day and time in which to start the maker, 1 program button 1 on/off button and 1 auto. The instructions are very, very easy to understand and very complete. (may I note: the other coffee maker I have has 8 buttons and zero instructions, nearly impossible to use without making a complete mess). The Hamilton Beach Programmable coffee maker uses a 4" cone filter which is not available in all stores, which is my reason for 4 stars. I have found them only in the bigger grocery stores.

Besides the Hamilton Beach 12-cup Programmable Coffee Maker, I also own a Keurig 2.0 2000 Coffee maker, I really love my Keurig, but I do get tired of making one cup at a time on some days, so by getting this Hamilton Beach 12-cup Programmable Coffee Maker, I can make 12 cups. I used to have a Mr. coffee, coffee maker but my husband bumped it and it fell and after that it never worked right again. I also did not like how the programmer part worked or not. Anyway when I got this Hamilton Beach Coffee Maker I was eager to try it out, so I cleaned it like you should and set it all up to brew a pot of coffee the next afternoon, so I set the timer for 12:30 in the afternoon so when I got home from work I would have a pot of coffee ready to enjoy. It also comes with a 2 hour automatic shut off built in, I wish there was a way to turn off the automatic shut off control so you do not have to keep track of the two hours and have to turn it back on. It is great if you forget to turn it off, it will automatically do it for you. It uses a cone shaped filter size number 4. When you put it in the machine you have to make sure you push it down on the filter basket so it is properly seated in the coffee maker, also make sure you align the tab correctly and gently press down on the basket. Drippy Carafes? Just like all coffee makers the Hamilton Beach 12-cup Programmable Coffee Maker if you pour it to fast it will drop out of the side of the Carafe, so just pour it slow and easy and no problem, otherwise you will have a mess to clean-up. But all in all I do like this coffee maker, and yes I would recommend this to family and friends.

I received this product from the Spark reviewer program. Our other coffee maker would gain hours of time during the week and would require adjustment several times during the week. This coffee maker requires #4 cone filters, which were available at our local store. This is a tall and slender style coffee maker. The carafe has a large handle that my hand fit into easily when pouring coffee. The water reservoir has clearly marked lines that are easy visible. The clock and controls are on the base of the maker, the clock is angled slightly making it easy to read, I would like a backlight on it. The clock has keep accurate time for the last two weeks. Programming is very easy and straight forward. Five buttons and two indicators on the face plate. The coffee was not bitter, just smooth tasting for any of the roasts that we tried. The only complaint that we have on the coffee maker is that the carafe can be a little hard to get in and out of the maker. This may change over time with age and use. It's not a deal breaker for us, but could be aggravating to someone else. I can now enjoy coffee in the morning without having to get up earlier and make it. Overall a good coffee maker without a lot of bells and whistles.

We really like the way the coffee comes out of our Hamilton Beach 12 cup programmable coffee maker. We had to adjust the amount of coffee grounds that we added. Both the package of the coffee and the pot directions said to put in quite a lot but we adjusted that to our taste and it is perfect. We bought the Community Coffee-medium roast Breakfast Blend at Walmart and found it to be delicious. The directions are very easy to understand. We programmed the machine to turn on at a certain time in the morning so that the coffee is ready when we are. We only make a small amount of coffee each day since there is just 2 of us, but it does a wonderful job of that. I fill it to the 4 cup mark and it makes 2 nice sized mugs. I bought the cone shaped coffee filters that they recommended. The only improvement that I can see for this coffee maker is getting the water for the coffee to come out a little hotter as we need to put our mug in the microwave for a few seconds , probably due to the amount of creamer that we put in. If you unplug the machine at some time you do need to reset the time and the timer again.

This is a wonderful coffee maker! It's the easiest to set the time, and to program the time you want it to start brewing. The little green light will let you know when the auto-program is on. All you need to do is add the right amount of water, a filter, and your favorite coffee. This unit uses #4 cone filters. Some might see this as a drawback. I see it as a plus. I've tried coffeemakers that use basket filters(which cost less than cone). Sometimes, the sides of the basket filter would tip over during brewing. This usually resulted in the grounds and water overflowing onto the coffee pot and the hot-plate. I don't have this happen with cone filters. I like the auto-pause feature. This allows you to pour a cup of coffee before the brewing cycle is finished. This pot will automatically shut off in two hours, which is another feature I really like. If you are not going to use all the coffee you brew within 30 minutes or so, it's best to pour the finished coffee into a thermal pot. I also recommend you let the pot cool before washing, and wash it using a sponge or cloth-nothing that could score the insides and cause it to crack later.

I received this Hamilton Beach Black 12 Cup Programmable Coffee Maker through the Walmart Spark Reviewer Program free for doing a review of the product. The black plastic exterior is a bold addition to any kitchen and looks sharp on the counter. It has a digital clock for convenience. I like that the clock is at the bottom so that steam does not damage it. It is programmable, so you can choose when brewing begins, hours in advance. The auto pause and serve feature allows you to grab a cup of coffee while it is still brewing. The warming mode keeps your coffee hot and fresh. I like the two hour automatic shut off because it prevents problems from leaving it on all day. The non-stick warmer plate prevents burnt on spills and resists messy coffee buildup. The black color does not show coffee stains easily, like white ones do, and it easily wipes clean. I love the large, easy to see water level indicator that allows you to easily adjust the strength and size of each batch. It has a cone-shaped filter basket for great-tasting coffee uses a #4 cone shaped coffee filter. I do like that the filters do not seem to fold in and get grounds in the pot like some other coffee pots. In the pictures I have posted I am heating a pot of water for hot tea. The fill area is quite large and easy to fill.

Hamilton Beach 12 Cup Programmable Coffee Maker is Black and Stainless Steel. Programmable Clock/Timer. Automatic Shut-Off, Water Window, Auto Pause and Serve. It has a cone-shaped Brew Basket for making great tasting coffee. It uses #4 cone-shaped coffee filters. Non Stick Keep-Hot Plate resists messy coffee buildup and wipes clean. Auto Pause and Serve lets you pour a cup of coffee before the brew cycle is complete. Cord Storage and a simple to program Clock/Timer. Let's you set morning coffee in advance. Made in China. Make sure you push down on the filter basket so it is properly seated in the machine. Just make sure you align the tab correctly and gently press down on the basket so it "seats" properly. You can feel it when it is done correctly. If it is not done correctly the top lid for the coffee maker will not close or it will be difficult to snap the top shut so you will know that the basket is not fully set down. This coffee maker makes good coffee even on the first time. It will turn off automatically. It is good quality and seems to be durable. I would recommend this product. It keeps coffee hot and is easy to pour. Simple to use. Very easy to clean without much scrubbing. I just wipe down the coffee maker with a wet sponge and dry it and then it looks brand new again. It doesn't make a lot of noise. Nice drdign and looks great on the kitchen counter. Really goes good with stainless steel appliances. You can make 12 cups at a time or less. Use 1level tablespoon of coffee for each cup you want to make. Never fill past the 12 cup mark. Great value for the price. I would buy this product for my family. I have no negative comments only positive ones. We love it and it is so easy to use.

As of March 2, 2016 I received a black Hamilton Beach 12-cup coffeemaker. To my surprise the shipment was quite expeditious, kudos to the shipping department. It comes equipped with a bilingual manual. It does have a "burn" warning as a potential household threat, therefore I recommend reading the fine print before operating this product. The unit does not have a permanent filter like my previous coffeemaker, so you will need to purchase cone shaped filters, depending on the model, prior to purchase. Unfortunately I couldn't use it immediately out of the box for this very reason. It is programmable and consumers can pause the brewing process to pour a cup of coffee before it is completely brewed. It has a transparent water reservoir to make it easier to manage the water as you fill it. Above the filter basket is a lever used to secure the filter and filter basket in place, you slide it from the right to release it and to the left to secure it. This particular model is quaint, adorable, and it doesn't take up too much space, which is perfect for small apartments. So far, the only primary disadvantage is the lack of a permanent filter, other than that this product meets my expectation

This Hamilton Beach programmable coffee pot has all the same features as coffee makers 2 or 3 times the price. The buttons are easy to head and to be able to set the coffee pot to be ready for you when you waken is a huge plus. The reservoir is very accessible with one finger so you can be holding the pot of water in the other hand. There is a swing arm you slide to the side to place the coffee in the basket. My only comment is this machine does not come with a sample package of #4 filter papers so you will have to go buy some of them before you can use it. It would be very helpful if a few were enclosed in the box for the consumer. I happen to have a bunch of them on hand so I was able to use it right away. It makes a very good up of coffee no matter what kind of coffee you use. The carafe is made of glass so you have to be careful not to bump it but it does keep the coffee hot for a long time and it doesn't taste burnt as it sometimes does in a metal carafe. I highly recommend this Hamilton Beach coffee put maker to all coffee drinkers

I am a coffee pot enthusiast; I must have 3 or 4 coffee pots in my house at the present time. My thing with coffee pots, I am very critical; and the reason is I have had coffee pots that leak; steam up the clock, the timer resets itself, etc. So we have the Hamilton Beach – I love Hamilton Beach and have had their coffee pots in the past. Currently I am using a Mr. Coffee, which I like. The pluses: • it makes 12 cups of coffee, • it has a wide area to pour in water, • the coffee pot and maker are compact, • it is very easy to set the clock and program the timer, • it shuts off after 2 hours, • and keeps the coffee hot, • it has the number of cups on both sides of the pot, • the coffee filter fits tight in the maker, • It is also smart looking. The cons: • when opening the top to add the water you will notice the top seems very loose like it could come off in a moment's notice, • The clock doesn't light up. Yes I would recommend this coffee maker, it works great, I have used it three times already, and I literally cannot find anything that would dissuade me at this point and time. Definitely would recommend this coffee maker to anyone.