Last Updated: December 9, 2019 (Refresh Now)
Braun KF7000BK Brew Sense Drip Coffee Maker Black
Last Updated: December 9, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.2
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
812
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365
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Coffee
219maker, braun, pot, cup of coffee, makers
+84%
-16%
" ... Like the other reviews said, what a GREAT coffee maker! ... I like to think I’m a coffee aficionado and I am impressed with how much this taste like what I get at coffee shops! ... "
" ... Programmable, strength & temperature selectable, and no dribbles (unlike most other coffee makers we've had). ... And it makes a good pot of coffee! ... "
" ... I will go to cheap but dependable Mr. Coffee from now on. ... "
" ... I always have to add extra coffee to match the taste to my previous Hamilton Beach. ... I always wait until the coffee is ready all the way so I don't have to worry about damaging the warming plate with coffee drips. ... "
" ... I grind coffee beans, use reverse osmosis filtered water and push the brew button when I wake up. ... "
" ... I went and bought another very good named brand of coffee maker. ... After using the 2nd new coffee pot I packed it up and started using the BRAUN. ... The coffee was so much better iin this BRAUN. ... There are a few things that I will have to get use to but all in all I think it is a great coffee pot. ... The taste of the coffee is what matters! ... "
" ... The main reason I chose this coffee maker is because I had loved my previous Braun coffee makers. ... They were simple, easy to use and the coffee was excellent. ... This coffee maker is bigger and more complicated. ... Also I paid almost $100 for this coffee coffee pot. ... The coffee is pretty good so I am giving it one star. ... "
" ... SEEMS TO MAKE GREAT COFFEE . ... "
Product Reliability
56stopped working, lasted, error, code, braun
+29%
-71%
" ... Started giving an error E01 only after a month of use. ... "
" ... With less than 3 months of use, it has stopped working. ... It’s a shame because I liked it while it worked. ... "
" ... After one month the 1-4 selection comes on then immediately turns off. ... "
" ... The original died this week, after just a little over two years of use, which is not great. ... I brought out the replacement unit, which was still in the original box and never used. ... "
" ... It's been 3 months and no replacement was sent. ... "
" ... After using the second one for 3 days, we started seeing an error code, so we just returned it for a refund and purchased another brand. ... "
" ... Mine died aft er 23 months. ... "
" ... Stopped working today. ... "
Cleaning
32easy to clean, cleaning, coffee, pot, cleaned
+75%
-25%
" ... The settings are user friendly, and there are timers for auto-on and off. ... "
" ... Simple to use, fits under the cupboards nicely, easy to clean and makes terrific coffee. ... "
" ... We absolutely love this coffee maker - easy to use, easy to clean and makes perfect cups of coffees - well I guess you have to use some good coffee - lol - we used to spend more money some years ago and I just can't notice a difference. ... "
" ... It's like a German coffee pot: clean and simple looking but you will NEED TO READ THE INSTRUCTIONS. ... "
" ... Less than a month, the clean light came on. ... "
" ... A clean light comes on when it's time to clean, or clean it anytime just by pushing the button. ... "
" ... Cleaned it with using vinegar and water and it seemed to work, then weeks later it wanted me to clean again. ... So I cleaned it again, this time use descaler made specifically be used for cleaning drip coffee makers. ... Now the cleaning light isn't on, but it takes 20 minutes to brew. ... "
" ... clean button wont turn off . ... "
Ease of Use
28easy, easy to clean, set, easy to set, easy to program
+100%
" ... We liked the coffeemaker okay, although it was a bit complicated to set it up. ... "
" ... The settings are user friendly, and there are timers for auto-on and off. ... "
" ... It looks nice, isn't too big, and it is easy to operate. ... "
" ... Set up is easy. ... "
" ... Controls are easy to use and the large clock display is nice. ... "
" ... Easy to use and set up. ... "
" ... Operation is simple. ... "
" ... Easy to use! ... "
Design
27display, clock, design, sleek, large
+89%
-11%
" ... No sleek, simple design elements here. ... "
" ... Not as fast as many others but the look and feel of this one is so perfect for us. ... "
" ... I loved the high-end look of this unit along with the large clock display. ... "
" ... Clock and timer are fussy to set, LED is very bright (wish could turn it off -- do not need another bright time display in my kitchen) ... "
" ... It looks great. ... "
" ... It works well and looks great. ... "
" ... This is a great, stylish brewer. ... "
" ... The timer has worked well, the display is easy to read. ... It is also a very attractive machine on our countertop & looks amazing with our stainless/black appliances. ... "
Build Quality
25lid, carafe, broke, stainless steel, pour
+48%
-52%
" ... After seven months we discovered the bottom of the carafe was cracked. ... "
" ... It showed the E01 error on the screen. ... "
" ... Didn't even have the plastic opened inside!! ... "
" ... Two weeks later the lid to the carafe broke. ... "
" ... I was willing to pay more because of this experience, despite the KF-7000 no longer being German-made (Made in China). ... Very disappointing that this product is falling apart after such a short time. ... "
" ... The finish on the heat element has peeled off and has rusted. ... "
" ... Maybe protect the glass pot with foam insulation? ... Absolutely no secure for glass and no mention on the box “fragile”. ... "
" ... Cheaply made I guess. ... "
Usage
19basket, filter, filters, counter space, counter
+63%
-37%
" ... It comes with a metal filter, or you can use paper filters instead. ... "
" ... I would just check the hight, if you’re planing to fit it under the kitchen Cabinet. ... "
" ... I love that the top is so closed that it doesn't steam the underside of my cabinet. ... "
" ... counter-top and uses a smaller footprint than most. ... It takes up even less space that way. ... Throw out those basket filters right now!! ... "
" ... We'll see how it holds up over time. ... "
" ... We are thrilled with all the new counter space! ... The filter and basket blocking design is done very well. ... "
" ... Unit looks nice and fits well on counter. ... "
" ... The black and stainless steel model fits into a modern kitchen nicely. ... "
Price
10waste of money, money, effort, delonghi, 80
+60%
-40%
" ... This was a good value buy. ... "
" ... Worth every penny. ... "
" ... The price was exceptional and the built it filter is a bonus for me. ... "
" ... Cost is reasonable. ... "
" ... Definitely exceeds my expectations it a definite Buy ... "
Water Resistance
10level, water hardness, water level indicator, tank, set the water
+50%
-50%
" ... While I was at it, I also changed the water hardness settings to lengthen the warning interval to the maximum. ... "
" ... So I replaced it with a Hamilton Beach that was not super expensive, but the seal on the removable tank started leaking all over counter. ... "
" ... The problem was it had a large hole in the center of that shower spout and all the water was just coming out that hole, and the coffee tasted terrible. ... "
" ... It's a bit difficult to see the water line measurements. ... "
" ... It basically stopped getting the water through and it just sits in the filter. ... "
Returns
9replacement, returning, sent, returned, new
+11%
-89%
" ... I missed my window to return it by just a few days. ... "
" ... And returning it is too cumbersome. ... "
" ... If I could return it I would. ... "
" ... It’s not worth it to me to bother with returning it. ... "
" ... I'll try to get a replacement if at all possible ... "
" ... For these reasons I will be returning this product. ... "
" ... I’ve only had it a couple of months and I’m unable to return for replacement post 60 days. ... "
" ... Suffice to say I did return both asap. ... To Amazon thank you for quick pickup and return processing of my orders. ... "
Marketplace
9new, stores, order, 2019, thank
+44%
-56%
" ... Purchased on April 3, 2019. ... "
" ... I purchased it on Amazon in January 2019. ... "
" ... I contacted the manufacturer and got no response. ... "
" ... Stores in my area do not sell them so I found one here through Amazon. ... "
" ... They reviewed and denied my claim ... "
Size
8counter, takes, filter, carafe, bulky
+50%
-50%
" ... Very disappointing that this product is falling apart after such a short time. ... "
" ... After seven months we discovered the bottom of the carafe was cracked. ... "
" ... The top lid is a tight squeeze under cabinets so I constantly have to move the unit around. ... "
Heating
6plate, hot, pot, heat, microwave
+17%
-83%
" ... Previous Cuisinart I had lasted only a few years when the heating mechanism went out. ... "
" ... It will not heat up. ... "
" ... Suddenly the heating plate has broken. ... "
" ... Only complaint is the hot plate. ... "
Family
3kitchen, house, still, one, fill
+100%
" ... This one somehow takes up less room than my smaller crappy maker. ... "
" ... My husband absolutely loves it. ... "
" ... good cup of morning Joe tasted like for years in this house, . ... "
Delivery
3works, box, arrived
+33%
-67%
" ... About two weeks later I received the replacement unit shipped and packaged in the retail box. ... "
" ... We have received no follow-up as of February 15th. ... "
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