Black & Decker 12 Cup Programmable Coffee Maker

Got this B&D 12-cup programmable coffee maker to replace my Mr Coffee, which I had had for years, and finally fizzled. I tried a new Mr Coffee, but they have changed the water lift lid on top to open on the left, rather than the back. This small detail is important to me as I had a stroke, which means I must now use my left hand, and the left side of coffeemaker, or spill water all over the counter. I tried this B&D because it opened from the back. I have been extremely happy with this since I got it. The carafe is a higher quality glass and design, which means it does not spill as easily as the Mr Coffee when pouring, and the carafe cleans much better. Also, the "pause" is better on this, as it stops right when I pull the carafe, rather than dribbling just a little before it stops. The buttons and clock are easy to read and very simple to set. It has been so easy to use, and is well-designed and good-looking on my counter. I actually got the Black color to coordinate with my other appliances, and it looks great. This is a very satisfacory coffee maker, well worth the money, highly recommended.

I received the B&D coffee maker 4 days earlier than what was first stated. What a great price. Less than $22.00 including tax and delivery to my home. I've been using it a little over a week with no problems at all. Just one thing you should be aware of. The maker needs to be cleaned with vinegar or CLR and then several pots full of clean water to follow. I originally just did a water through it and it had a plastic taste. So take the time to clean it thoroughly. It is very easy to program and I wake up to fresh coffee every morning. There has been no problem with pouring and dripping like some others have said they have. Also the pause and serve works great. A very pleasant surprise with this coffee maker is that it has a green lit led clock witch can be seen, unlike my Mr. Coffee maker witch you had to be right in front of with good lighting to read. Why hasn't anyone else been able to do the same? And at such a reasonalble price? I absolutely love this feature. Even if it only lasts a year, I would definietly buy this again. Thank you Black and Decker for finally listening to peoples wants and needs. We like the overall design of this product.