Mr. Coffee 2134286 ® 5-Cup Mini Brew Switch Coffee Maker, White

For a long time I've searched for Mr. Coffee's 4 cup coffee maker but all I've found here and on eBay is one that's not used. That one is at a ridiculous price when you add in a highway-robbery price for delivery. What would show up in my searches on Amazon was this 5 cup version. I had resisted buying it for about a year, but finally ordered it a few nights ago -- then promptly cancelled the order because some reviews made me think I wouldn't like it. Fast-forward to last night shortly before midnight. I decided to give this maker a chance to prove it was worth buying, so I hit the buy button. It was here, waiting for me when I woke up today.I love it. The design differences between this model and the 4 cup one were things I thought I would hate, but I don't. Really, I have only one quibble. The filters don't fit nicely in the filter holder, but that doesn't affect how they perform. Over time I may be disappointed if the pot's lid gets coffee stains on it. Cleaning this 5 cup model is easier than the 4 cup one is. That's because my hand fits more easily in the pot for drying it, thanks to the bigger size. I also like the finish on this model. It's mostly a matte white which will go with the matte white toaster oven I'll be receiving tomorrow.I also like the on/off switch that is on both models. I use an Echo smart plug that I can turn on via my voice as soon as I wake up: "Alexa, turn on coffee." The switch is always in the on position but the plug is off until I tell Alexa to turn on the coffee. When the maker is on, I appreciate the fact there is not automatic shut off after a certain length of time, like there is with other coffee makers. When having two mugs of coffee, I often don't get around to drinking the second mug till an hour or more later. I want it to be hot when I'm ready for it. Reheating coffee in the microwave is not the same as having the pot on the heat. There's a scientific reason for this.Now about the coffee: it tastes great with both models. I think it takes the 5 cup model longer to make the coffee but it's really not an issue. I will never brew 5 cups. Most often, I will use the 2-cup setting with 3 scoops of coffee. I like it strong. Someone needs to let Mr. Coffee know they are lousy at measuring cup sizes. My mug (which looks bigger in the photo than it actually is) holds 11 ounces. The 2 cup setting delivers a little less than 11 ounces. I think Mr. Coffee uses the usual cup size other coffee makers do: just 6 ounces per cup (not the expected 8 ounces for those of us who use a regular measuring cup for our cooking needs). But the 2 cup setting gives me less than 12 ounces. It's closer to 10.5 ounces. I doubt I'll ever use more than the 4 cup setting which will give me two mugs of coffee.The pot is easier to pour from versus the 4 cup version. Getting the last little bit out of the 4 cup version is difficult, but super easy with the 5 cup version.It's obvious I love this 5 cup model. I hope Mr. Coffee won't stop making it in the future like they did with the 4 cup version. When I need a new coffee maker, I want this model to be here, ready and waiting for me to hit the buy button again.UPDATE: After using the coffee maker for a while I noticed the lid on the pot has a faint stain that I can't wash off. I expect it to get worse over time so I ordered the black version so I could use the black pot in my white coffee maker (see photo). I know it'll get stained too, but I won't be able to see it. Totally worth it. I'm adding two photos to show how it looks if you want to avoid the coffee stains. You can just use the black pot or you can adapt the white pot to accomplish the same thing. Just remove the just the white lid and snap the black lid into the white pot. Photos show what I mean, I hope. This white pot/black lid is what I'm happiest with.

Sometimes times the best things are the more simple things. I've had much more expensive coffee machines, but this one is by far my favorite. I bought this one as a replacement for my 4 cup coffee maker. The 5 cup is a welcome upgrade. The brewing is still quick, efficient, and aromatic. I love the quiet steaming and sputtering sound. The decanter is wider and rounder than the previous model and much more easier to pour. Perhaps the best upgrade, is the automatic two hour shut off. Aesthetically, this little coffee maker looks great on the kitchen countertop and doesn't take up much space. In fact, it looks like something an elf or a gnome would use.

This coffee maker is great! Works exactly as it should - doesn’t leak, flows perfectly and will reward you with a great cup of hot coffee. Takes up very little room on counter is a bonus. Great value!

Love the opening of the caraffe. So easy to use, coffee tastes great. Takes 10 minutes to brew 5 cups. Down side, caraffe only has measuring markings on left side and can only fill water tank from right side. Lid opens on right side. It's definitely a coffee maker for right dominate handed people. My cord measures 24 inches long which keeps it out of the way. Looks great, everything worked immediately with no problems.

With smaller coffee makers becoming harder to find, this continues to be the perfect size for a family of two. The timer function is important as it is used Sunday-Thursday nights for the next morning.Brewing time is much better than other competitors of equal size (not many available).Easy to use, coffee brews well with even water distribution, and basic design.Purchased this one for parents. So far, they like it.

This machine doesn't last long. My last one lasted 3 years until one day all the water I filled in flowed right out on the counter. Last time I bought it, it was about 60% less in price. I was tempted to try a cheaper brand, but 3 years for a small appliance that gets used almost every day I thought was not bad. As the machine ages the brew time lengthens, still under ten min. It fulfills its function. Is built sturdier than other brands.

This little coffee pot is exactly what I was looking for. I'm a coffee snob with the whole espresso bar in my kitchen. But sometimes I just want a quick basic cup of coffee without a whole workflow. I got this for my office and it sits right next to my desk, ready to rock when I start my shift. It stays HOT long enough for me to get busy working and forget I was drinking coffee and remember again and pour the next cup. I didn't have any of the problems others are complaining about. I'm seeing others use standard size coffee filters... I recommend buying the smaller coffee filters that are made for a small coffee machine, four to six cup capacity. I also recommend making sure that the coffee pot is seated properly on the machine and press down the filter basket on the inside to make sure that it is also seated properly. If it doesn't seem to be dripping properly, check the grind size of your coffee beans. If you are grinding the coffee beans yourself, they could be too fine and clogging the filter. For the first few uses, I am leaving the lid up so that I can see if the filter is draining too slow that way I can pause it to give it more time and then turn it back on to finish Brewing. The water dispenses too quickly in my opinion but it's not a huge problem if you're paying attention to it and can make adjustments as necessary. It's very small, lightweight, and easy to clean and operate. I had a Mr Coffee single serve pod Brewer for a long time that worked really well for me, I kept it on my bedside table so I could have a cup of coffee as soon as I wake up, so I really like the Mr Coffee Brand and I'm looking forward to getting the same satisfaction out of my new little baby coffee pot