Best Cuisinart coffee makers: which is right for you?

If you’re setting up a coffee station at home, there are a few things you should consider investing in. Some cute mugs, fresher beans and a grinder will do the trick- but don’t forget to include the star of the show, the coffee machine!

Whether you want customizable, portable, or the one with a built-in grinder, there’s a perfect Cuisinart coffee maker for you. Read on to find the best Cuisinart coffee maker.

Best Overall: Cuisinart DCC-3200P1 Perfectemp Coffee Maker

With no compromise in taste or quality, the Cuisinart PerfecTemp Coffee Maker quickly makes delicious cups of java at an affordable price. If you want an easy way to brew a lot of coffee at once, then look no further than this one. It comes with the largest capacity out of any on our list, which means it makes enough coffee for large households or offices. But don’t worry, you can also brew small batches (1-4 cups) at any time and let you adjust the strength from regular to bold flavor.

With its temperature customization feature, you can customize each cup to be exactly at the right temperature for you. It’s easy to use, fully programmable in accordance with your morning schedule, and comes equipped with a self-clean function. The 24-hour brew time programmable feature lets you set your brew for the next day as soon as you finish brewing the current one. It also has a zero- to four-hour auto shut off feature for peace of mind so you don’t have to worry if you rush out of the house, with a travel mug in hand. 

Plus, it comes with a reusable GoldTone filter for filtering out impurities from coffee beans before brewing them into a delicious cup of coffee. It saves you from the hustle of an early morning trip to the store for pesky paper filters.

Shoppers have given this programmable model a 4.5-star rating. “I wasn’t sure about all of the bells and whistles that come with this pot. I didn’t think I would need them, but now that I have them, I love them!” one reviewer wrote, “I also love that you can set how long you want your coffee to stay warm.”

Best with Built-In Grinder: Cuisinart DGB-550BKP1 Grind and Brew Automatic Coffee Maker

Nothing beats waking up to freshly brewed coffee each day. With the Cuisinart Grind And Brew Coffee Maker, you can enjoy fresh coffee anytime. Its built-in grinder grinds the whole beans to a consistent size right before transferring them into the filter. Be careful, though. This blade grinder makes too much noise as it goes off in the morning; it’ll be loud enough to wake up even the heaviest of sleepers. To most people, grinding noises would be an absolute dealbreaker, but for some reason, a good cup of coffee is definitely worth it. 

This fully automatic Cuisinart model also features a programmable timer that you can set the night before to start brewing at a specific time each morning. Since it has a grinder, you don’t need to grind the beans yourself or buy pre-ground bags. If you’re out of whole coffee beans, you have the option to use the grind-off function to brew pre-ground coffee instead. Plus, cleanup is a breeze as all of its components are removable and dishwasher safe. It has earned heaps of praise from more than 6,000 reviewers on Amazon. “If you want a coffee maker that grinds your grounds, is programmable and makes great coffee, look no further,” wrote one reviewer.

Best For Cold Brew: Cuisinart DCB-10 Cold Brew Coffee Maker

If you’re used to picking up a cold brew on your way to work, you might not realize just how expensive that habit could become if you continue to do so. However, making perfect cold brew coffee at home is also a hassle and a messy one at that. 

But with the right tool, the brewing process becomes far less tricky than ever before. If you want a tried and true option, you can count on this Cuisinart Cold brew coffee maker. With its innovative technology, CuisinArt DCB-10 makes a freshly brewed cup of coffee in just 25 minutes! 

It’s completely automatic, so it takes no effort at all. Choose from one to three different brew strengths (mild, medium, or strong brew) and this bad boy will whirl and swirl and extract enough flavor for your liking in just 25 to 45 minutes, depending on the cold brew strength. And then, an indicator lights up; you pull a lever and…Ta-dah! Cold brew coffee is ready to be served. 

If you are used to a slower cold brew maker, you may find your cold brew to be a bit milder with this fast cold brew maker. But the fact that it can save you 11 or more hours of brewing time makes it absolutely worth it.

It has an extra-sturdy glass carafe that holds seven cups of coffee and keeps it cool in the fridge for up to two weeks! Also, the device comes with a three-year manufacturer’s warranty.

On the negative side, its removable tank might get some build-up after use. However, all the removable components are dishwasher safe, so this won’t be an issue.

Best Bang For The Buck: Cuisinart DCC– 450 Coffee Maker

If you’re looking for an easy and inexpensive way to brew up some delicious coffee at home, then look no further than the Cuisinart DCC– 450 Coffee Maker. It’s surprisingly AFFORDABLE, not because of low quality due to its small size. 

It shares quite a lot of premium features with its pricier competitors. The best part of this coffee maker is the stainless steel thermal carafe with a dripless spout, which is usually found with more expensive drip coffee makers. The Cuisinart DCC– 450 is a no-brainer to program and will keep your coffee warm, even with the device off. A nice energy-saving perk! It turns itself off when running for around 30 minutes, saving even more electricity. 

In addition to producing a delicious, smooth cup of coffee and a user-friendly design, the Cuisinart DCC– 450 has a fairly compact size. Measuring about 10 inches tall, 8 inches wide, and 5.25 inches long, it has one of the smallest footprints in this list without clunky parts that will fit easily under upper cabinets. 

2-in-1 Coffee Maker: Cuisinart SS-15 Maker Coffee Center

For those mornings when you need just one cup to get you going, there’s a single cup brewer that works with K cups or your own reusable coffee filters. With its 12-cup capacity, this Cuisinart can also be used for serving coffee at brunch or during a book club meeting.

There are a lot of choices when it comes to how much coffee you want to make. You can choose from three different cup size options so you can drink a smaller dose at home or take one with you when you go out. it also has a “Bold” button to make your coffee even stronger. Plus, it has the adjustable temperature option, allowing you to make your java hotter or cooler

While you are getting a dual-function brewer, the SS-15 costs twice as much as most single-function models and takes up more counter space. Before you drop a hefty wad of cash, make sure you really want this dual functionality. 

Apart from the fact that you have to pay a premium for its top-notch functionality, the only downside of the SS-15 is that it doesn’t have a milk frother or steamer, so you’ll have to buy a separate one. 

What to Look for in a Cuisinart Coffee Maker?

There is a lot to consider when purchasing a Cuisinart coffee maker but most decisions have to deal with cost, brew size, and convenience.

Will it fit?

The size of a machine isn’t going to affect your coffee, but if the machine doesn’t suit the space it is designed for, it can cause a lot of headaches. Before buying, check the dimensions of your coffee maker to see whether it’ll fit into the available space in your kitchen. Also, consider how much room there is under your cabinet for storage. Even though your machine may fit under the kitchen cabinets, most Cuisinart espresso machines require pulling out so you can fill up their reservoirs with water and grinds.

Brew Size

From a single cup to a family-sized carafe pot, there are coffee machines that can make just the right amount for you.  Some machines offer a relatively large number of brew sizes, while some are limited to a smaller number of options. A single-cup brewer is perfect for people who live alone, or where each person prefers their own type of coffee. They’re also convenient for households where some wake up earlier than others. If you’re rushing off to school or work, a pod machine can give you a quick cup without worrying about leaving it on.

What kind of carafe?

If you drink coffee every day, you may want to consider buying a coffee maker that has an insulated thermal carafe so that your coffee stays piping hot even if you don’t drink it right away. A thermal carafe has some advantages over a glass one, but there’s more than meets the eye when comparing them.  Open-air glass pots allow you to watch the coffee brew and smell its fragrance as it diffuses into the water. If the scent of freshly brewed coffee is something you enjoy, that ritual of coffee-making with a glass carafe may not be negotiable. A glass carafe has the tendency to keep your coffee warm for about 20 minutes. If you’re someone who just drinks coffee in the morning, then a glass brewer with a heating plate should be fine. However, if you don’t like the burnt flavour that warmers can give off after they’ve been left on for too long, then you should consider buying a thermal carafe instead.

Ease of Use

If you’re going to use it, be sure to clean it thoroughly after each use. However, if you’re going to use a glass pot, you can put it into the dishwasher for easy cleaning.

Taimoor S.

Taimoor followed his passion to become a coffee connoisseur and now travels the world to visit the most popular coffee shops. His cupboard is also stocked with a collection of brewing gadgets. He loves to drink Death Wish Coffee’s dark roast and highly caffeinated coffee grounds when he needs a boost of energy.