I love this coffee maker. First, we have black stainless steel appliances in our kitchen. It is difficult to find kitchen appliances that match, and this black stainless steel Cuisinart Duo Coffee maker is a perfect match. I have had a few Kuerig coffee makers over the past few years, 2 of which have since broken. I don’t expect an appliance to last forever, but when 2 of these quit working, I decided to search for something else. That is when I came across this Cuisinart coffee maker. The coffee maker comes with 2 types of brewing choices in a single unit. There is a traditional brewing side, with a 12 cup carafe for making larger quantities of coffee, and a pod side for single serve coffee. Each side has its own water dispenser, which I like. For the brewing side, you place the amount of water for how many cups you would like to brew into the water reservoir and it will brew exactly that amount. Each side also contains a holder to place a charcoal filter in to purify the water. Two filters are included with the coffee maker when you purchase it. There are several features on this maker that I absolutely love. The brewing side can be set to automatic brew, so you can have a pot of coffee waiting for you at whatever time of day you choose. It comes with a mesh perma-filter, or you can choose to use disposable paper filters instead. It also features (and this is my very favorite), a “bold” button for brewing extra strong coffee. You can also choose to brew your coffee over ice, to make a delicious cold drink. With the first cup of coffee I made with this machine, I used the pod side, and it was one of the best cups of coffee I have had in years. Of course, I set the timer for the brewing side for the next morning, so I could check it out. It surpassed my expectations. The coffee maker was quiet, so I was not even sure it had made the coffee, until the exquisite aroma reached the bedroom. I was in coffee paradise. The pod side also has some excellent features. The coffee maker can accommodate several sizes of cups and travel mugs. For single cups or small travel mugs, there is a flip down cup holder that fits the short sizes perfectly. For an average tumbler, you just put your tumbler on the bottom base to brew. For tall travel mugs, the bottom tray lid can be removed to fit the larger tumblers. You can select 4,6,8,10, or 12 oz. brewing capacities. This is a great, versatile feature. The single serve water reservoir holds up to 42 oz. of water and has a convenient handle to allow easy removal/replacement. This coffee maker is sleek, compact, lightweight, extremely functional, and brews excellent coffee. I could not ask for more. It has features I did not even know I wanted until I had them. I am so very happy with my coffee maker, I have already recommended it to a friend.

This is the third coffee center we've had in the last year and a half. The first one the single cup side died with in 6 months. The second one, the single cup died within 4-5 months. This one we've had less than 6 months. We'll see how long it lasts. Otherwise, everything else works just fine

While making a K-cup it exploded inside and coffee grounds were everywhere. Another time brewing a pot of coffee, it didn't work properly and had coffee grounds all over. Not sure if it was operator error or machine malfunction. Haven't had the issue again so waiting to see if it happens again.

I am enjoying the versatility of this coffeemaker. We use the auto-on feature for carafe brewing every day. The coffee is hot and is delicious! I have only used it for about three weeks and the loop to assist in removing the filter basket has broken off on one side.

This is our 3rd Coffee Center 2-in-1 Coffee Maker. They tend to break about 6 months after the warranty runs out but we do use it a lot. We brew a put every day and the pod maker comes in handy for hot chocolate or a decaf cup in the evening. The newest version has some nice enhancements but the buttons are a bit tricky - setting the timer seems to require pressing the button sever times before it will activate.

I love Cuisnart coffee maker- it replaces 2 items on my counter. I had a coffee maker that seem to take long time to brew even after cleaning and a one cup tea maker. The start up instructions were unclear, but after (my daughter figured it out) it is simple to run and quick to fill. I love the single cup for both coffee and hot water for tea. Haven't use the carafe much but will for family gatherings. Cuisnart is a brand I trust for longevity and quality as I have a food processor and double sided waffle maker that are great also. Great brand. Janice

This coffee pot leaks the water out of the single cup side and floods my counter. I have checked everything and have called the manufacturer to no avail. I bought this to replace my old coffee pot and I wish I would have kept it. At least I could use my old one. I’m hoping the company will replace this unit. If not, I may as well through the money in the garbage. I don’t recommend!!!

This coffee maker is loaded with features and still is budget friendly. It can do regular brewing and can also use K-cups. And the K-Cup size is adjustable for cup size! Also the carafe warmer can be set for low, medium or high, depending on temperature preference. The best feature is the Auto On setting so your coffee making will turn on at a preset time so you can have fresh cup right away! Also it comes with a reusable filter or you can use regular paper cone filters. This coffee maker works great!! Love it!!

I bought a used one at a second hand store. I didn't think a coffee maker could be any different. I just needed something to replace my existing almost non-functional one. I was so wrong! The used one died and I bought one from Cuisinart. I told my husband regardless of cost, I am never going back to any other brand on sale Well worth the money, buy yourself one and enjoy your cup of coffee.

Coffee center works well and we like the option of single serving and pot size. The tall size makes it difficult to make a pot if you keep it under the cabinet. You can remove the single side water reservoir to fill but have to pull the whole unit to raise the lid and fill the pot side due to separate water reservoirs. Overall it works great.