Black+Decker Programmable 12-Cup Coffee Maker, CM1160B Feature Scores
Explore all 21 feature scores for Black+Decker Programmable 12-Cup Coffee Maker, CM1160B, organized into pros and cons.
Scores by Feature
Summary
21 reviewed features-
Very positive 4.5-5.03 (14%)
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Positive 3.5-4.415 (71%)
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Neutral 2.5-3.43 (14%)
Pros
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Value is the strongest consensus point, with multiple reviewers praising the low price, useful programmable features, and good-enough performance for everyday use.
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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.
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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.
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Automation is a strength for the price, especially auto-brew and auto shutoff, though the evidence focuses on convenience rather than advanced sensors.
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Ergonomics and footprint are mostly positive: reviewers like the front water window, compact body, and light weight, though cabinet clearance can be an issue.
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Programming and initial setup are consistently praised as simple, with QuickTouch controls making scheduled brewing easy even on a cheap machine.
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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.
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Beverage quality ranges from average to enjoyable: some reviewers call the coffee decent or even great, while one lab panel found bitterness and astringency.
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Speed is context-dependent: some reviewers call it quick or efficient, while testing shows it is not among the fastest full-pot brewers.
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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.
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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.
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Used grounds disposal is easy when using the removable basket or paper filters, with reviewers highlighting simple dumping and easier disposal.
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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.
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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.
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Warranty evidence is positive but narrow, with one reviewer pleased by the two-year limited warranty and replacement support for defects.
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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.
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Portability is limited to countertop movement, but the unit is light enough that one reviewer found it easy to move around the kitchen.
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Recognition evidence is limited but positive, with one reviewer citing its Amazon’s Choice designation as a sign of market recognition.
Cons
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Design flaws cluster around cleanup nooks, a non-flat filter basket, cabinet clearance, and minor warping, so the design is practical but not flawless.
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Accessories are sparse: one reviewer found the missing scoop or starter filters odd, and another disliked having to buy a reusable metal filter separately.
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Build quality is the clearest tradeoff: reviewers accept plastic at the low price, but several call out the lower-quality feel or durability limitations.