Most and Least Reliable Coffee Makers
We surveyed more than 51,000 CR members between 2015 and 2023 to determine the best models when it comes to consistently great coffee
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Anyone with a daily coffee habit needs a great coffee maker. That means a machine that can reliably produce a high-quality brew day after day—not just when it’s new but also after you’ve used it for weeks, months, and even years.
Consumer Reports conducts exhaustive lab tests on a wide range of coffee makers—evaluating brew performance, carafe handling, brew time, and convenience—to help you choose the best coffee maker for your kitchen.
Even more integral to a coffee maker’s reliability, we survey CR members every other year to learn about their experiences with the coffee maker brands they own. Our latest survey gathered feedback from 51,200 CR members on more than 67,000 coffee makers purchased between 2015 and 2023.
- Most Reliable Coffee Makers: Drip Single-Serve Pod Dual
Most Reliable Drip Coffee Makers
Drip machines, especially lower-priced models built mostly of plastic, can sometimes feel cheap and disposable. But according to their track records in the homes of our members, drip machines are quite reliable as a category. Just about every brand, with two exceptions, received a midrange to very favorable rating for predicted reliability.
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