Last Updated: December 29, 2018 (Refresh Now)
Cuisinart DCC 3000 Coffee on Demand 12 Cup Programmable Coffeemaker
Last Updated: December 29, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.2
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Coffee
387maker, pot, love this coffee, reservoir, makers
+86%
-14%
" ... Coffee Makers usually last from 9 months to 1 year at the most - I'm still using mine after 2 plus years. ... The way the water is heated in this coffee maker makes it last and last!! ... NOTE: My coffee maker ran over once - I took the coffee reservoir out and pushed the button on the bottom a few times. ... "
" ... Great coffee pot ... "
" ... Excellent Easy to Use Coffee Making Machine. ... "
" ... We loved the "no pot to break" aspect but the whole unit just made making coffee a breeze. ... When we purchased our beach cabin we decide to retire our first unit there and purchase our second "coffee on demand" with improvements. ... "
" ... For just a few bucks more, we appear to have a much better design and coffee stays hotter but does not burn but very glad we tried this. ... "
" ... Love this coffee pot, but you do have to out smart it. ... You must make sure that you drain every cup of coffee from the pot before making another pot. ... "
" ... I love my coffee maker. ... "
" ... Good coffee maker. ... "
Cleaning
83coffee, cleaning, easy to clean, cleaned, clean light
+80%
-20%
" ... gotta clean it alot ... "
" ... I think that if you rinse it out every time after use, it stays clean. ... "
" ... Super easy clean-up. ... "
" ... These work nicely, but you have to keep the little seals and washer free of debris or they will leak. ... "
" ... It seems to always happen after we clean it. ... "
" ... Works great and love not having to clean the pot or worry about the glass carafe breaking. ... "
" ... Pretty good coffee machine, easy to use and clean. ... "
" ... Cleaning is a little more involved than a regular coffee maker but worth it to me. ... "
Product Reliability
79months, lasted, last, year, ago
+56%
-44%
" ... We've only had a couple weeks but awesome! ... "
" ... This is our 2nd, the first lasted around 3 years. ... "
" ... Working wonderfully so far. ... "
" ... still working great after a couple of years ... "
" ... First one we got was broken but was replaced quickly. ... "
" ... works good and was sent on time. ... "
" ... This is my second one of the same model - other one lasted for a number of years. ... "
" ... Even though they only last 4 or 5 years ( mine leaked a lot) , I really like the design and the reservoir, which works well for my needs. ... "
Ease of Use
42easy to clean, easy, easy to set, use and clean, machine
+95%
-5%
" ... The reservoir lifts right off, so it’s easy to fill and visually inspect. ... "
" ... Works good, easy to clean, and easy to use. ... "
" ... It is easy to clean. ... "
" ... I like the "on demand" feature, it is easy to use, and you the refill allows you easy access without having to be by the sink. ... "
" ... Tank is much easier to fill from the sink. ... "
" ... Easy to set up and easy to use. ... "
" ... Works great and easy to use ... "
" ... It’s easy to operate and beautiful in design. ... "
Ease of Cleaning
33cleaning, easy to clean, easy to use, easy, use and clean
+91%
-9%
" ... gotta clean it alot ... "
" ... I love the fact that there is no carafe to clean, and it looks so much tidier on the countertop. ... "
" ... My advice is to clean it before it tells you . ... "
" ... We like everything about, easy to use and clean. ... "
" ... Besides the grind part, the unit separates for cleaning, which to me is a great difference. ... "
" ... Eliminating the carafe is great and it is no problem to clean. ... "
" ... It seems to always happen after we clean it. ... "
" ... Easy to clean thoroughly! ... "
Storage
27dispenser, container, carafe, basket, tall
+74%
-26%
" ... My kitchen is on the smaller side, so I really appreciate that it doesn't take up as much room. ... "
" ... It's very handy to have this dispenser in the kitchen. ... "
" ... There is a tray to collect it but the set up is not perfect resulting in some moisture on the counter. ... "
" ... Easy to fill water container--improved. ... "
" ... I love the drip dispenser without having to use a carafe. ... "
" ... Keeps counters open. ... "
" ... Nice unit, takes a bit to get used to it, the basket and buckets. ... "
" ... I love not having a carafe, love the programming capability and the 12 cup capacity. ... "
Returns
22replacement, replace, amazon, window, returning
+36%
-64%
" ... But I guess I'm glad that at least they are willing to replace. ... "
" ... They will just send you a replacement part that literally does nothing. ... "
" ... And I no longer see a return option? ... "
" ... I keep trying to fix it. ... "
" ... Outside of the return window, so I’m screwed. ... "
" ... My first one leaked immediately and I returned it. ... "
" ... Sent back for refund ... "
" ... The return window ended before I decided to give up on it, so I just threw it out. ... "
Cables
20short, pull, outlet, extension, power
+40%
-60%
" ... Cord is too short to plug in even directly in front of an outlet — unusable without extension cord! ... The cord length from the back of the coffee pot to the end of the the plug is 8”. ... The cuisinart rep said the cord was 12” which would have been fine, then backpedaled and said the other 4” are inside the unit. ... "
" ... You have to yank on the cord a little to pull it out at first. ... "
" ... This one has a ‘short cord set’ possibly the most useless thing ever. ... "
" ... The cord is only 11" long. ... Really shouldn't use an extension cord on the kitchen counter but it's either that or throw this unit in the trash! ... "
" ... Cord is so short ... "
" ... The cord is way too short. ... Can’t believe the cord is so short. ... "
" ... I'm giving it a 4 star rating because of the power cord. ... This seemed very odd to me, but I've never seen a power cord so short . ... "
" ... Set this on the counter and cord only came out 11” and wouldn’t even reach the outlet. ... "
Features
18features, feature, cup, cool, shut
+100%
" ... I like the individual serving feature. ... "
" ... I like all the features, the light, that you can take the water container off to fill it, that it has a filter basket, that can be used in conjunction with a regular filter, that it is can clean itself. ... "
" ... Well made machine with good features. ... "
" ... Love the dispenser light! ... "
" ... Anyway, the lighted pouring feature is cool and up to 4 hours of keep warm time is cool. ... "
" ... Love the no-pot feature though. ... "
" ... It has a much more modern look, and a couple of nice new features, but best of all it just delivers a hot cup of coffee on demand with no carafe to fool with. ... "
" ... Can make 1-12 cups and auto shut-off nice. ... "
Fit
18tall, cups, spout, fill your cup, cabinets
+44%
-56%
" ... If you want to use your tall keep it warm cup or a small thermos you cannot fit it . ... "
" ... I would give this 5 stars but the plastic piece that holds the water is extremely thin and has cracked. ... "
" ... Only reason I didn't give it a 5 is that it is slow to fill your cup. ... "
" ... Less than one month in, I start noticing black flakes in the bottom of all my cups when you get to the bottom. ... "
" ... The only complaint is that my tall camelback tumbler will not fit under the spout. ... "
" ... Cuisinart, you need to address this issue before you get sued by someone who slips and falls in the coffee that ends up on the floor. ... "
" ... Wont fit easily under kitchen cabinets it your kitchen isn't a big scale. ... "
" ... The lever that you push to fill your cup never worked well after and continued leaking. ... "
Build Quality
16parts, spring, drip, year, worn
+56%
-44%
" ... The primary reason is all the detachable parts. ... "
" ... a very thin piece, nothing to worry about . ... "
" ... The plastic parts are durable and all works well. ... "
" ... -stainless steel accents ... "
" ... parts are expensive, so we just got a new one. ... "
" ... The coffeemaker seems to be heavy duty and well made. ... "
" ... Well make product, seems to be pretty durable ... "
" ... It is well made and designed. ... "
Water Usage
15fill, water reservoir, tank, reservoir, water tank
+87%
-13%
" ... With this model you fill up the water tank at the sink and then just insert it into the unit. ... "
" ... I like the removable water tank because it's easy to fill in the sink. ... "
" ... It has a different way to put the clean water in, but I just take a container of water to the reservoir and fill it up (to me it is easier to fill up and save the gasket). ... "
" ... Has a water filter and is easy to clean. ... "
" ... Easy to fill water container--improved. ... "
" ... Especially if you have hard water! ... "
" ... The built-in water filter allows me to fill the water tank straight from the cold water tap. ... Way faster than getting filtered refrigerator water. ... "
" ... I had cleaned it with vinegar before the first time using it and forgot to empty the last pot of clear water. ... "
Cable Length
14short, pull, power, extension, outlet
+21%
-79%
" ... The only drawback is the cord. ... The instruction book suggests using an extension cord. ... "
" ... Cord is so short ... "
" ... the cord is too short. ... "
" ... This seemed very odd to me, but I've never seen a power cord so short . ... "
" ... The cord is way too short. ... Can’t believe the cord is so short. ... "
" ... The cord is only 11" long. ... "
" ... This one has a ‘short cord set’ possibly the most useless thing ever. ... "
" ... Cord is too short to plug in even directly in front of an outlet — unusable without extension cord! ... "
Design
13looks, stylish, flaw, model, look
+77%
-23%
" ... It also looks good on the counter. ... "
" ... It’s easy to operate and beautiful in design. ... "
" ... It is a little taller than I would like, but works well and looks good! ... "
" ... It's a cute design that looks like a gas tank, but it just doesn't work. ... "
" ... It is stylish, and it works just like the older model, just prettier with a few more functions. ... "
" ... However, I must admit that I liked the look of its predecessor more. ... "
" ... It is nice looking. ... "
As Gift
12daughter, years, received, loves, bought
+92%
-8%
" ... a well-received gift. ... "
" ... The first was a gift from our daughter years ago. ... "
" ... I’ve had mine for at least 5 years and have bought several for gifts. ... "
" ... This was a gift. ... "
" ... Bought as a gift for my parents. ... "
" ... Got this as a gift, and they love it. ... "
" ... This was a gift to my son and he loves it. ... "
" ... This was a gift from my daughter. ... "
Price
12worth, money, waste, much, could
+67%
-33%
" ... Good deal for the money. ... "
" ... Very good value! ... "
" ... worth the price ... "
" ... The price was right too! ... "
" ... and a reasonable price. ... "
" ... good price here! ... "
Marketplace
12thank, support, second, review, order
+83%
-17%
" ... Came on time. ... "
" ... Amazon was great, as always, and sent me a replacement right away. ... "
" ... better price on Amazon. ... "
" ... AGAIN thank you ... "
" ... Thanks for the free shipping too ... "
" ... Very good price on Amazon and one day delivery. ... "
" ... I may be ordering a few more. ... Borrelli Event Services LLC ... "
" ... The second we've ordered. ... "
Capacity
9home, still, room, office, much
+100%
" ... Who walks on their kitchen counters!? ... "
" ... I bought it for dinner parties/buffets. ... "
" ... bought one for office - love the one we have at home ... "
" ... This is our second one and we still love it (moved the other one into the RV) and kept this one for home. ... "
" ... Our hotel in Aruba had this in our room for coffee. ... "
" ... My kitchen is on the smaller side, so I really appreciate that it doesn't take up as much room. ... "
" ... Already had two for our office and decided to purchase one for home because we liked it that much. ... "
" ... We have one for each of our houses and the rest of the family finds them easy to use. ... "
Comfort
9wore, hand, second, replacement, finger
+67%
-33%
" ... I love the hands free machine. ... "
" ... The first on was "fifteen years ago" and it finally wore out! ... I swore if the first one ever wore out I would buy the exact same one . ... "
" ... Great Item Second one I've had, have a good start on wearing this one out ... "
" ... This is a replacement for my old one that wore out and I love it. ... "
" ... Good item for anyone with hand issues, wouldn’t be without it! ... "
" ... We wore out the 1st one. ... "
Delivery
8box, timely, received, days, time
+63%
-38%
" ... Came on time. ... "
" ... Very timely delivery. ... Excellent packaging to prevent any damage during shipment. ... "
" ... Received in a timely manner. ... "
" ... Very good price on Amazon and one day delivery. ... "
" ... The second we've ordered. ... "
Water Resistance
8water reservoir, hard water, hamilton, fill, container
+88%
-13%
" ... Especially if you have hard water! ... "
" ... The built-in water filter allows me to fill the water tank straight from the cold water tap. ... "
" ... This is a replacement for the last one that last 8 years but I love the improvements: the removable water container and the light in the dispenser area. ... "
" ... When the water reservoir is filled to the 6-cup mark, my unit completes a full brewing cycle in five (5) minutes. ... "
" ... The last one we had was a Hamilton Beach, we had that one for around 15 year or so. ... "
" ... I previously had a Keurig, but this one blows that out of the water. ... "
" ... (One note - I remove the top of the water reservoir and fill it that way with the sink sprayer because it's easier for me, so I rarely remove the entire thing.) ... "
Food Items
5pot, top
+60%
-40%
" ... Typical good quality from Cuisinart. ... "
" ... Now this is just double icing on the cake. ... "
" ... We love the Cuisinart brand and have several appliances and cook ware they have produced. ... "
Setup
4easy, works, well, water, tall
+100%
" ... Second the disbursement setup works well for standard cups but if you have tall cups you must remove the condensation catch tray to fit the cup. ... "
" ... Initial setup is quick and easy. ... "
" ... Instructions where easy to read and easy to follow! ... "
Overall performance
4+100%
" ... Very quiet hot and fast ... "
" ... I use this everyday and it does its job. ... "
Heating
4heating element, coffee, year, microwave, machine
+50%
-50%
" ... Poor heating element ... "
Wash Programs
3cycle, brew, washing, filter
+100%
" ... Forgetting to do so would result in an overflow during the next brew cycle. ... "
" ... The brewing cycle is fast. ... "
" ... love the auto brew setting! ... "
For Travel
3way, wall, trip, making, maker
+67%
-33%
" ... I first saw this maker at my sister-in-laws parents house while we were on vacation. ... "
" ... Used it while visiting friends and ordered one for myself on the way home from vacation. ... "
Sound Quality
3really, years, lasted
+67%
-33%
" ... The beep is really mellow. ... "
" ... Well, not to worry, while it sounds complicated, it is really not. ... "
Clock
3hot, clock, timer, coffee
+100%
" ... The instructions were very easy to follow on how to program the auto and clock functions. ... "
" ... - easy to see clock ... "
Cooling
3pot, leaking, first one, feature, cool
+67%
-33%
" ... very pleased and like the fact that the coffee warmer is built in so less chance for cooling of in a pot. ... "
" ... Anyway, the lighted pouring feature is cool and up to 4 hours of keep warm time is cool. ... "
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