Compare Black+Decker Programmable 12-Cup Coffee Maker, CM1160B vs Zojirushi Zutto 5-Cup Drip Coffeemaker

Accessories are sparse: one reviewer found the missing scoop or starter filters odd, and another disliked having to buy a reusable metal filter separately.

Reviewers who discussed included items liked the manual and its pictures, making the sparse accessory set feel useful rather than burdensome.

Programming and initial setup are consistently praised as simple, with QuickTouch controls making scheduled brewing easy even on a cheap machine.

Setup and operation are consistently praised as extremely simple, centered on one-switch use and easy removable parts.

Automation is a strength for the price, especially auto-brew and auto shutoff, though the evidence focuses on convenience rather than advanced sensors.

Automation is limited: reviewers noted useful keep-warm behavior, but also complained about no brew alarm, no clock, and the need to switch the machine off manually.

Brewing evidence is mixed: lab-style testing found decent consistency and good-enough strength, while other reviewers reported reliable everyday results rather than refined extraction.

Brewing performance is a major strength, with reviewers praising good coffee, even distribution, better-than-expected extraction, and near-perfect operation.

Build quality is the clearest tradeoff: reviewers accept plastic at the low price, but several call out the lower-quality feel or durability limitations.

Build impressions are mixed: some reviewers trust Zojirushi quality or liked the cool exterior, while others questioned the mostly plastic body or noticed initial plastic smell.

Capacity is supported mainly by the ability to make a large shared pot, with the 12-cup format seen as useful for families, offices, or heavier coffee drinkers.

Capacity is best framed as small-household capacity: reviewers repeatedly treated the 5-cup size as ideal for one person, smaller homes, or fewer coffee drinkers, not big pots.

Carafe and cup handling is generally workable, with praise for pouring and Sneak-a-Cup convenience, but some reviewers note dribbles or uneven cup strength when interrupted.

Carafe handling is mixed, with praise for smooth pouring and little dripping, offset by hot-plate concerns and a lid that needs careful thumb placement.

Ergonomics and footprint are mostly positive: reviewers like the front water window, compact body, and light weight, though cabinet clearance can be an issue.

Design and footprint are widely liked: reviewers call it compact, attractive, small-kitchen friendly, and layout-efficient.

Design flaws cluster around cleanup nooks, a non-flat filter basket, cabinet clearance, and minor warping, so the design is practical but not flawless.

The main design flaws are the warming-plate time limit and the awkward filter-basket-in-carafe setup, which makes grounds removal less convenient.

Beverage quality ranges from average to enjoyable: some reviewers call the coffee decent or even great, while one lab panel found bitterness and astringency.

Coffee quality is strongly praised across reviews, with comments describing the cup as smooth, very nice, and stellar.

Filter handling is mixed: standard filters are available and the basket is easy to clean, but there are complaints about no included reusable filter and grounds reaching the pot.

Filter feedback is mixed: reviewers liked the charcoal/filter-basket benefits and overflow control, but one noted weak guidance on water-filter replacement.

Heating performance is strong for the class, with high wattage and hot cups, though one review warns the hot plate can push coffee too hot and worsen taste.

Heating performance is praised, with reviewers noting target-zone brewing, decent measured temperatures, hotter water retention, and strong heat output.

The iced-coffee markings received limited but positive feedback for helping nail the water-to-coffee ratio.

Used grounds disposal is easy when using the removable basket or paper filters, with reviewers highlighting simple dumping and easier disposal.

Used-ground disposal is not fully mess-free because one reviewer noted the basket can drip a little when removed.

Overall experience is strongest for low-fuss daily use: most reviewers find it easy, practical, and satisfying, while lab testing rates user-friendliness as average.

Overall experience is very positive, driven by simple use, smooth coffee, compact design, and strong satisfaction despite feature limitations.

Portability is limited to countertop movement, but the unit is light enough that one reviewer found it easy to move around the kitchen.

Portability and travel-friendliness are inferred from reviewer praise for the tiny, lightweight, compact form that fits dorms and small spaces.

Pot function is divided: reviewers appreciate a full pot and two-hour warming, but one review found the hot plate can overheat coffee and damage flavor over time.

Recognition evidence is limited but positive, with one reviewer citing its Amazon’s Choice designation as a sign of market recognition.

Certification recognition is limited because one reviewer explicitly noted it is not an SCA coffee maker.

Speed is context-dependent: some reviewers call it quick or efficient, while testing shows it is not among the fastest full-pot brewers.

Time-to-cup is generally acceptable but not universally fast, with several brew-time outcomes around five-and-a-half to seven minutes and one reviewer calling it not fast.

Value is the strongest consensus point, with multiple reviewers praising the low price, useful programmable features, and good-enough performance for everyday use.

Value is mostly strong, especially versus pricier machines, though one reviewer thought it was expensive for a five-cup brewer.

Warranty evidence is positive but narrow, with one reviewer pleased by the two-year limited warranty and replacement support for defects.

Maintenance is mostly easy thanks to removable parts, dishwasher-safe pieces, and visible water filling, but exterior hot-plate grime and pour-space limits remain caveats.

The water system is a standout convenience, especially the removable reservoir, easy refilling, and easy reservoir cleaning.