Product Description

Black & Decker Brew 'N Go coffeemaker in black. Includes a 15.5 oz. Thermal Mug, lighted on/off switch, auto off, permanent filter and Brew-Thru carafe lid.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #231 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: Black
• Brand: Black & Decker
• Model: DCM18
• Dimensions: 6.10" h x 7.00" w x 10.30" l, 1.61 pounds

Features

• 15-Ounce (450 ml) thermal mug with contoured, easy-grip handle
• Permanent filter eliminates the need for paper disposables
• Automatic shut-off for peace of mind
• Durable mug, lid, filter basket, and permanent filter are top-rack
• Safe to use in dishwasher

From the Manufacturer
Introducing a personal coffeemaker that brews fresh, hot coffee into a thermal 15-ounce travel mug in minutes. The insulated mug is tapered; has a contoured, easy-grip handle; fits most vehicle cup holders; and the brew-thru lid is easy to drink through. The travel mug also fits all Black & Decker-brand Brew 'N Go coffeemakers. A reusable, permanent filter is included--no need for paper disposables. Conveniently, this item also heats water for tea, hot chocolate, or instant foods like soup, noodles, or oatmeal. And for peace of mind, this coffeemaker features a power "on" light with automatic shut-off. Measures 10-1/4 by 6-3/4 by 7 inches; weighs less than 2-1/2 pounds.

Customer Reviews

It Works Great For Me
I've seen other reviewers complaints about this coffee maker, but I've used it for years & haven't had any problems with it. It's easy to use, compact, & works quickly. My wife & I both drink coffee, but not the same type, so it doesn't make sense for us to use a 2+ cup coffee maker since we'd have to make two separate portions anyway. So we each have our own B&D, & use them simultaneously. The coffee comes out fine; I use Starbucks Verona (which my wife says tastes like burnt coffee from the bottom of a pot anyway), & she uses a decaff chocolate blueberry flavor. The only difficulty (& it's not a fault of the B&D) is that the #1 filters are hard to find, even on the internet, but this coffee maker comes with a permanent, dishwasher safe filter, so you really don't have to use paper filters if you don't want to. I recommend this product for anyone who wants a quick cup of coffee & doesn't need more than one cup at a time.

Great for single cup coffee drinkers
I have used this coffee maker for over 5 years now and it's still running great. In fact, I just bought another one to take on trips & bring to the office.
Pros:
1. I don't have to make more than one serving at a time for myself and it brews straight into the mug.
2. It comes with a permanent filter but you can also use cone filters size #1 which I can buy nearby. Less messy to clean up using the paper filter. I just toss the grounds in the trash.
3. Quick to brew; done in < 5 minutes

Cons:
1. Hard to find a replacement mug of the right size or permanent filter
2. No warming element
3. The grounds do soak up some water and less comes out that you put in but it also happens with larger coffee pots (which being larger, you don't notice as much because you aren't MEASURING with the same cup you drink from).

Hints:
1. To stop grounds from floating into the water resevoir, use drip or cone ground coffee. Avoid very finely ground (i.e., espresso)
2. To avoid overflows, leave the cover off while brewing.

This coffee maker does not work.
5 weeks after I purchased this coffee maker it quit working. I contacted Black and Decker about it and they sent me to another company (Applica Consumer Products) that actually manufacture and produce the coffee maker for them. This company responded only after a long while and simply said, "We're sorry, we have not experienced any problems with this coffee maker so we are unable to refund your money." Another comment from Applica worth noting was: "Applica Consumer Products does not have a money back guarantee policy." What this means is, if you are unhappy for any reason with your Black and Decker/Applica Consumer Product, well too bad! You bought it and if you don't like or it quits working, you're SOL!

If you are in the market for a personal-type coffee maker, such as the Black and Decker Brew N Go, I would suggest you avoid this one like the plaque!