By: Dean Caporella
Shopping for coffee makers today must be like "wading in a sea" of unknowns. Why? There are so many products to choose from and confusion must reign in the minds of those simply looking for a coffee maker to do what it does best... produce a cup of coffee.
Coffee maker reviews are plentiful nowadays. From simple machines a child could operate to the now fashionable cafe style makers, the choice is endless. So what do you need? How about an automatic drip coffee maker?
Deciding On The Right Unit
First tip in finding the perfect machine is deciding what best suits your needs. Automatic drip coffee makers are always a great option from the light drinker to the "addict." Automatic drip machines come in a variety of styles and sizes and in recent times, have improved to the extent that they are no longer considered the "poor man's unit."
The basic models consist of the usual power base, filter section and carafe yet innovations such as built in warming plates, timers, shut-off and pause functions have brought these machines under the close scrutiny of the most discerning drinker. Better still, they produce a great cup of the "black stuff" which is what you're after, isn't it?
Extra Features
Added features such as grinding mechanisms and flavor adjustment features plus advanced water filtration are becoming part and parcel of the automatic drip coffee maker systems. Being able to keep "the brew" warm was once a problem which has been overcome in recent times. The problem was brewing four cups or more at a time and for light drinkers, one or two cups was all that was needed. Now, with the ability to include features which keep the coffee warm, maintaining an acceptable temperature is now a breeze.
It all gets back to the level of drinker you are. If you are a light drinker then the larger machines won't be economically suitable yet, while the larger makers can brew up to twelve cups, you still have the ability to set this at a lower level if you desire. Or, if you just need that one cup in the morning before you head off to work, then there are some great single cup makers on the market to choose from.
Automatic Drip Coffee Maker Pricing
How much will you expect to pay for an automatic drip coffee maker? Well, the good news is, unlike their more expensive espresso cousins, automatic drip machines are extremely affordable. In fact, basic models can be bought from under $20 while the larger, feature packed models will set you back $200 or more.
The decision is ultimately yours. Decide what level of drinker you are and then choose an automatic drip coffee maker suitable to your needs. It's as simple as that!
