I've enjoyed making coffee with my Cuisinart 5-cup coffeemaker. Easy to use and clean. What I enjoy the most about it is the water receptacle - it contains a carbon filter and it's easy to remove and install.
The coffee maker works as it should. However, I gave it only a "3" because it is inferior (in my estimation) to Cuisinart's previous model of the same carafe; the plastic and stainless steel used are of a lesser quality. I do like the removable water dispenser, which is much easier to use.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from cuisinart.comBy Cuisinart, June 1, 2026
We’re glad to hear the coffee maker is performing as expected and that you’re enjoying the removable water reservoir feature. We appreciate your feedback regarding the materials and will be sure to share your comments with our product team for future consideration. Thank you for your feedback, as it helps us improve future models.
The machine itself brews well, and quickly; but the carafe design is awful. It's difficult to pour at more than a snail's pace without spills and occasional burns.
Response from cuisinart.comBy Cuisinart, May 29, 2026
We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback regarding the carafe design and are sorry to hear about the pouring experience you encountered. For best results, we recommend pouring slowly with the lid fully secured and avoiding overfilling the carafe, as this may help improve flow and reduce dripping or splashing during use. Thank you again for your feedback, as your comments help us improve future models and consumer experiences.
It is a good size for one or two people. I like the overall size of the coffee maker on the kitchen cabinet. It is easy to operate and clean. The mesh filter is fine enough to use without a paper filter. The instructions are easy to follow.