Last Updated: February 25, 2021 (Refresh Now)
Mr Coffee 12 Cup Programmable Coffee Maker Black
Last Updated: February 25, 2021 (Refresh Now)
7.4
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
1000
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81
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Coffee
384maker, mr, pot, basket, grounds
+79%
-21%
" ... For your basic coffee maker, this one gets 5 stars. ... "
" ... Easy to use, nothing fancy, good brewed coffee. ... "
" ... If you like easy coffee with a push of a button, this is the coffee maker for you. ... "
" ... Basic reliability kitchen or office coffee maker. ... "
" ... I get reviews on this coffee maker. ... "
" ... Coffee is great ... "
" ... Easy to maintain and he can pour the coffee without spilling a drop. ... "
" ... It's nice to wake up to a cup of coffee. ... "
Ease of Use
95easy, simple, easy to clean, set, program
+87%
-13%
" ... After a few practices, it will easier. ... It is not difficult to change the time if you remember how. ... "
" ... It is easy to use, not complex lie so many models are today where you have to be a techno whiz scientist to understand the features. ... "
" ... Easy to use, good material. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... It was easy to follow the directions on programming it. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... This one is easy to use and the pouring spout doesn’t dribble. ... "
" ... No frills, simple to use. ... "
Cleaning
95basket, filter, cleaning, easy to clean, remove
+56%
-44%
" ... Good price $9.96, Value over $35.00, Easy to use and cleaning! ... "
" ... Cleaned it before use with vinegar. ... "
" ... Is it a clean and easy to use I still have it works wonderfully it’s a simple product that I could turn off and not worry about during the day ... "
" ... Easy to clean and use. ... "
" ... Easy to use and to clean. ... "
" ... Filter holder comes off as one piece and is very easy to clean. ... "
" ... Easy to clean and makes a perfect cup every time. ... "
" ... Mr. Coffee does that for me as long as it’s maintained with regular cleanings with vinegar (I have hard water) and just take care of it. ... "
Price
80money, worth, value, beat, steal
+91%
-9%
" ... For the price, can't beat it. ... "
" ... Was definitely worth it! ... "
" ... Exceptional for the price. ... "
" ... Very reasonable price. ... "
" ... What a steal! ... "
" ... Great produc for the money ... "
" ... Such a deal ... "
" ... Works great best price around ... "
Storage
75filter, removable, remove, grounds, swing
+23%
-77%
" ... Swinging basket a bad idea ... "
" ... The filter basket seemed like it would have been difficult to remove and replace after each use. ... "
" ... The basket swings out and can be difficult to put on and take off. ... "
" ... Says removable basket, nope, doesn't have one. ... "
" ... The compartment you put the liner and grinds in is not removable. ... "
" ... Basket is hard to align with holes to install and makes a mess every time you wrestle to remove basket. ... "
" ... The filter basket is unbelievably difficult to remove and replace. ... "
" ... The basket has a little hook thing that you can't get hooked instead of a drop in basket. ... "
Product Reliability
64working, last, years, stopped working, quit
+34%
-66%
" ... they are replacing my unit, and will examine my defective one. ... "
" ... This one I have quit working the hot flat doesn't get hot. ... "
" ... Broke one week after we purchased it very disappointed ... "
" ... It stopped heating up. ... "
" ... Unusable and disappointing. ... "
" ... Seems it was sold being defective. ... "
" ... Piece of junk. ... "
" ... Bought the second one in hopes the same problem would not reoccur, wrong. ... "
Build Quality
46broke, basket, filter, pot, hinge
+11%
-89%
" ... The brew basket broke off ... "
" ... The filter holder is impossible to remove and reattach if you have any ki nd of arthritis. ... "
" ... The way the filter "bucket" opened and closed on a plastic tab hinge is not easy to use and seems like it will break easily. ... "
" ... Lid came broken disappointing ... "
" ... I checked for a plastic film and there isn't one. ... "
" ... The pieces wear the filter sits is flimsy. ... "
" ... I would not recommend this product because it is clearly cheaply made and breaks easily. ... "
" ... Teeter totters back and forth because of how the plastic base was made. ... "
Fit
41filter, holes, grounds, filter holder, plastic
+24%
-76%
" ... I was shocked to find that the basket is a lift-out piece. ... This is not the easiest piece to insert and I still struggle with it daily. ... "
" ... Cannot remove part that holds grounds to clean. ... "
" ... Grounds tray won't stay closed. ... "
" ... The filter holder always falls off from the pegs that are suppose to hold it in place which makes frustrating to empty the grounds and then fight with the pegs!! ... "
" ... You will need to get a reusable basket filter because it’s too difficult to dig the wet dripping paper filter out every morning and walk it to the trash can, because there is no removable inner basket. ... "
" ... The filter basket is unbelievably difficult to remove and replace. ... "
" ... The brew basket broke off ... "
" ... Getting the filter holder back on is a chore, because you have to line up two small plastic nubs with two small holes on one side ... "
Returns
34return, sent it back, sent, refund, back
+9%
-91%
" ... I returned it. ... "
" ... I asked for a return label and credit. ... "
" ... Want a refund, looks like I am stuck with it! ... "
" ... I sent it back & got a refund. ... "
" ... I returned it for a full refund. ... "
" ... I’ve already returned it. ... "
" ... Returned it to Amazon and bought another model. ... "
" ... Send me a retrofit one if you can think of a fix . ... "
Ease of Cleaning
34easy to clean, easy to use, basket, use and clean, remove
+74%
-26%
" ... Have taken apart and cleaned many times. ... "
" ... FILTER OUT TO CLEAN ... "
" ... I have no idea how easy it was to clean and the flavor. ... "
" ... Grounds basket easy to remove for cleaning. ... "
" ... Cleaned it before use with vinegar. ... "
" ... Is it a clean and easy to use I still have it works wonderfully it’s a simple product that I could turn off and not worry about during the day ... "
" ... Easy to use and to clean. ... "
" ... Easy to clean and makes a perfect cup every time. ... "
Clock
25timer, set, light, see, delay
+24%
-76%
" ... My old one had the clock on it. ... "
" ... Very difficult to even see clock or set timer! ... "
" ... The clock cannot be changed. ... "
" ... After I plugged it in, I noticed that I was not able to set the clock, which meant that I couldn’t set the time or have my coffee ready when I woke up. ... "
" ... I was unable to set or change the clock. ... "
" ... so I plugged in the new & the clock & timer doesn't not work at all. ... "
" ... The clock display is small, not back-lit, and difficult to read without a bright light. ... "
" ... I do not use the timer or need a clock. ... "
Water Usage
22tank, leaked, way, vinegar, reservoir
+5%
-95%
" ... First pitcher of water revealed a fracture in the plastic body from top to bottom. ... "
" ... All the water spilled out through the bottom. ... "
" ... First time it was filled with water, the water leaked out of the tank onto the kitchen counter. ... They can't even make a plastic tank that holds water. ... "
" ... Works ok. Water does not drain and sits on grounds for over 30 minutes after done brewing. ... "
" ... The water always leaves a lot of my grind dry and unused. ... "
" ... Water leaks everywhere. ... "
" ... After filling the water tank, the unit tilts backwards and rocks like a teeter-totter . ... "
" ... Any time I pour water into the well it all drains out. ... "
Features
19feature, programmable, features, auto shut, red
+79%
-21%
" ... Auto feature is nice. ... "
" ... This is perfect for me, all I needed was the auto shut off and programmable start. ... "
" ... It has a programmable feature, should you want to use that. ... "
" ... The price was great, I love the auto start feature, coffee is ready when I get up to start the day. ... "
" ... The two features I like the most are being able to set it so it automatically brews just as we are getting up in the morning and it shuts itself off automatically so we don’t worry about forgetting. ... "
" ... Easy to use, programmable is a nice feature. ... "
" ... It helps to have good light. ... "
" ... The programmable timer works exactly as it should. ... "
Design
15better, simple, poor, new, look
+67%
-33%
" ... I do have to admit that the new design I am getting use to. ... "
" ... This one has a much better design. ... "
" ... Major design flaw in that the filter basket is non-removable. ... "
" ... Nice compact, attractive design. ... "
" ... Simple design and works better than more expensive models. ... "
" ... Its do simple and looks great. ... "
" ... Nice looking, simple design. ... "
" ... Like the look of it. ... "
Marketplace
12amazon, advertised, seller, original, fast
+67%
-33%
" ... Shipping took a while on this order. ... "
" ... item as advertised ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised ... "
" ... This thing is exactly as advertised. ... "
" ... We appreciated the fast shipment. ... "
" ... And best of all it was on sale on Amazon for $9.99 YEAH!!! ... "
" ... The shipping was super fast and the price was excellent, highly recommend product and seller. ... "
" ... I got this for $10 on Amazon!! ... "
Delivery
12arrived, took, shipping, quickly, box
+75%
-25%
" ... Shipping took a while on this order. ... "
" ... Have used it every day since delivered. ... "
" ... First: The delivery service with Prime was fantastic ... "
" ... We appreciated the fast shipment. ... "
" ... This machine arrived in 2 days to replace it. ... "
" ... It arrived as expected and works well. ... "
" ... Liked the price and delivered quickly ... "
" ... Excellent product and delivery! ... "
Overall performance
11gets the job, done, super, price, fast
+100%
" ... But it does the job! ... "
" ... It brews very fast. ... "
" ... For the price, it does the job. ... "
" ... Gets the job done ... "
" ... Easy to use and gets the job done everyday ... "
" ... Super easy transaction and fast shipping. ... "
" ... It gets the job done. ... "
" ... Inexpensive, but does the job. ... "
Heating
10hot, heating, water, months, heats
+60%
-40%
" ... Hot and ready every morning! ... "
" ... It heats up great!love the pre setting on it! ... "
" ... Heats water very well, brews great, and price is perfect for the quality of the coffee pot ... "
Volume
9brewing, would, one, noise, louder
+11%
-89%
" ... It’s also very loud and makes a grinding noise so will be returning it ... "
" ... As the other reviewers said, this thing is loud. ... Note: it’s like a loud clicking. ... "
" ... VERY loud when brewing. ... "
" ... It was louder than I thought it would be ... "
Controls
8delay, start, set, press, clock
+13%
-88%
" ... Setting clock involves using on/delay/off button. ... You press that same button to brew now, which is confusing since its labeled "delay". ... "
" ... I could not program the clock, nor did the brew button work. ... "
" ... The on/off button popped off very first thing. ... "
" ... The controls are mystifying. ... All I want is a button that says something like "Start". ... Instead it has a button labelled "On/Delay/Off". ... To set the time, one must press the "Set Delay" button. ... If one overshoots with the hour or minute button, there is no reverse. ... "
" ... And realized the clock and delay set buttons don’t work! ... "
" ... The timer and pause button does not work ... "
As Gift
8given, daughter, christmas, box, bought
+100%
" ... She is more than pleased with her gift. ... "
" ... What a Christmas gift this is going to be. ... "
" ... Was given to my daughter as a gift and she loves it, and uses it daily. ... "
" ... I gave it as a gift omg ... "
" ... Bought this during the holidays as a gift. ... "
" ... This was given as a gift. ... "
" ... This was a gift to my son who lives far from me. ... "
Comfort
8wear, place, pain, hands, easy
+50%
-50%
" ... Instead of clicking right in it's place, the insert "nubs" are both hard to see and the bottom one is tiny. ... "
" ... The hinges wear done after a bit and don't lock into place as they should . ... "
" ... I bought as a gift, the box looks like it fell off a truck. ... "
Wash Programs
7use, however, set, filter, easy to set
+57%
-43%
" ... The automatic timer is great!!! ... "
" ... Delay timer is easy to set and use. ... "
" ... Love the timer! ... "
" ... Timer works well. ... "
Setup
7simple, easy to set, easy, directions, program
+86%
-14%
" ... Difficult removing and connecting basket, otherwise it works well. ... "
" ... It was easy to set up and the programming is fairly easy to set up. ... "
" ... It was easy to follow the directions on programming it. ... "
" ... Programming was easy. ... "
Sound Quality
7loud, would, noisy, making, louder
-100%
" ... It’s also very loud and makes a grinding noise so will be returning it ... "
" ... The second is, it is noisy! ... "
" ... It was louder than I thought it would be ... "
" ... It smelled terrible and started making a strange noise as well. ... "
Defective Delivery
7defective, broken, product, original, one
-100%
" ... Seems it was sold being defective. ... "
" ... This product was defective. ... "
" ... they are replacing my unit, and will examine my defective one. ... "
" ... Mine showed up with a puncture in the side with a bunch of cracks. ... "
" ... It was broken. ... "
" ... Actually it arrived damaged due to it not being shipped in a shipping box. ... "
" ... Came broken in its original box. ... "
Water Resistance
7way, tank, would, noise, making
-100%
" ... Filled it with water and it broke at the handle. ... "
" ... I made sure that everything was properly in place, but this doesn't hold any water. ... "
" ... They can't even make a plastic tank that holds water. ... "
" ... Too much water left in the water holder. ... "
Size
7easy to use, easy, design
+100%
" ... Compact that it doesn't take up a lot of room on the counter ... "
" ... Comes in handy ... "
" ... Nice compact, attractive design. ... "
" ... Small and easy ... "
" ... I would have never of guessed at the price for the size, functions and durability. ... "
" ... This fits the bill! ... "
Washing
5filter, automatic, timer
+40%
-60%
" ... It is too complicated to remove and replace it after washing it. ... "
" ... Do NOT buy this without getting a removable filter. ... "
Lagging
4time, set, start, press, button
+25%
-75%
" ... the time won't set hence I can't use the delay feature any longer and it DOES NOT turn off after 2 hours making me a little anxious! ... "
" ... To set the time, one must press the "Set Delay" button. ... "
" ... It does not reset. ... "
Screen Protection
4pot, one, broke
+25%
-75%
" ... Mine showed up with a puncture in the side with a bunch of cracks. ... "
" ... The glass pot arrived broken. ... "
" ... And I cut myself due to glass that fell out ... "
Battery Life
42 hours, thing, long, lasts, 2
+50%
-50%
" ... Only good for about 2 hrs and shuts off. ... "
For Kids
3husband
+100%
" ... Husband loves it! ... "
" ... Got this for my husband and he absolutely loves it. ... "
" ... I bought this for my 89 year old mom. ... "
Capacity
3family, different, bought
+33%
-67%
" ... I don't think it will burn down my house. ... "
" ... Unfortunately I bought a few of these for our office. ... "
Door
3filter, way, place, get, close
-100%
" ... Have to totally disasemble the filer door and fight it back into place. ... "
" ... It’s like the filter area door doesn’t close all the way. ... "
" ... Filter door hinge is actually two small pins that made it hard to get out and put back in ... "
Cables
3side, comes
-100%
" ... Cord comes out of the side of the coffeemaker. ... "
" ... Looked second hand, the electrical cord wasn’t even wrapped and bound, just hanging loose:(. ... "
" ... Another huge issue for me is the fact that the cord is like 2-3 feet long . ... "
Product As Described
3exactly
+100%
" ... item as advertised ... "
" ... Exactly as advertised ... "
" ... This thing is exactly as advertised. ... "
Display Clarity
3lcd, display, small, clock, one
+33%
-67%
" ... The clock display is small, not back-lit, and difficult to read without a bright light. ... Would they really have sold far fewer if they had spent a little more for a real display? ... "
" ... The most annoying of all these improvements is you cannot read the LCD fpr time and function except with a flashlight. ... I also read the manual to see if there was supposed to be a backlight behind the LCD. ... The writing and location inside the LCD for clock and autobrew is so small and dark, you need a magnifying glass to read it. ... "
Food Items
3stays, like, brews, hot
+100%
" ... I normally drink a half a pot before going to work and that’s under the 2 hours but my day off I like to enjoy a whole pot while relaxing. ... "
" ... It brews a pot quickly. ... The pot stays warm for over an hour after brewing. ... "
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