West Bend 56204 Single-Cup Coffee and Water Dispenser, Red

Product Description

The West Bend single-cup coffee and water dispenser provides ultimate convenience in preparing hot beverages and soup.
Product Details

* Amazon Sales Rank: #2622 in Kitchen & Housewares
* Brand: West Bend
* Model: 56204
* Dimensions: 10.00" h x 6.00" w x 5.00" l,

Features

* Coffee and water dispenser quickly heats up to 12-ounce
* Can be used with ground coffee, tea bags, or coffee or tea pods
* 5-1/4-inch cup clearance for standard-size cups or mugs
* Auto shut-off; dishwasher-safe brew basket and permanent filter
* Measures 5 by 6 by 10-inch; 1-year limited warranty

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Product Description
Quickly heat up to 12 ounces of water for coffee, tea, hot chocolate, or instant soup with this 800-watt single-cup dispenser. Providing maximum brewing flexibility, the appliance can be used with ground coffee, tea bags, or coffee or tea pods, and its 5-1/4-inch cup clearance accommodates standard 12-ounce coffee cups or mugs. Other thoughtful details include a simple start switch with power indicator, an easy-to-fill water reservoir, and automatic shut-off for peace of mind. A permanent filter for ground coffee or tea comes included, and the removable brew basket and permanent filter clean up easily by hand or in the dishwasher. For added convenience, its compact size takes up less counter space in kitchens, dorm rooms, offices, and apartments--plus it works great for traveling. The UL- and cUL- listed coffee and water dispenser measures 5 by 6 by 10 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

Customer Reviews

I Recommend This Coffee Maker5
When I first got it, after a bit, the button that turns it on did not work well and it took many attempts to turn it on. So, I took the bottom off and jiggled a bunch of stuff in there, screwed it back together, and it has worked perfect ever since. I bought it about three months ago. It doesn't brew the best coffee unless you use a coffee filter in it and grind your coffee to fine. But, if you do that, it is a great machine.

I found the original filter set up to be bulky and I didn't like the roundness, so I used the set up I that had come with a previous one cup coffee make I had, Black & Decker DCM7 Cup-At-A-Time (which I do not recommend for a few reasons). That way, I have a cone-shaped filter set up and can use cone filters.

What I like about this coffemaker is that it is red so you can see in it well to clean it (although I saw nothing to clean in the 3 months I had it) and also the outside is easy to clean because any food or dirt is easy to see. But, I recommend reading the reviews for the black model, because they are considerably more favorable for this machine and will give you a better overall review.

I love the fact it allows tall coffee mugs to go under it. That is a must for me because I have one mug that is taller. It has an overfill feature that drips water out of the back if you put too much in. However, I like to make taller cups of coffee which this maker can do just fine, so I took some JB Weld and filled that hole in. So now, I can use any size mug I want.

This coffee maker stays clean and has no mess. I have owned a black and decker brew and go and it was very messy, had issues of overflowing and getting grounds all over. The unit heats up very fast and brews coffee very fast. I do not recommend pods and I do not recommend using the original filter set up or you will get a weak cup of coffee. It works perfectly with coffee filters.

In my opinion, this red west bend single coffee maker is one of the best, if not the best on the market!

FITS TALLER MUGS & IMMEDIATE AUTO SHUT OFF AFTER BREWING5
This was exactly what I was looking for. Don't hesitate buying it. It will fit a variety of sizes of mugs as long as they are not huge. Mugs can be rather tall and still be fine. It does shut off very quickly after brewing...made me feel safe about using it - I'm moving quickly in the morning and won't remember to turn it off. The red color is really cute, just as pictured. I reaaaaaaally like it alot. You can use the permanent filter OR take that out and use paper size 1 or 4 cup filters, like I do. I think it makes a stronger brew with paper because it holds the water on the coffee grounds longer...same with any coffee maker. Takes up no space at all, too.

West Bend Single Cup Coffee and Water Dispenser4
This is an excellent product for individuals who just need one cup of coffee or tea at a time. The liquid gets really hot, so do not expect a warm cup of coffee or tea. With the high cost of groceries this prevent waste.