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Mr. Coffee CG13 12-Cup Switch Coffee Maker Reviewed

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Mr. Coffee CG13 Coffee Maker

Mr. Coffee CG13 Coffee Maker (click to enlarge)

Do you want a very affordable, reliable coffee maker? If so, the Mr. Coffee CG13 may be the right choice for you. This coffee maker doesn’t come with a fancy bean grinder, but it comes with all of the necessary features to brew a 12-cup pot of coffee – no frills.

High-Quality

The CG13 is made by the famed Mr. Coffee brand. Featuring hard plastic and a built-in water filter, this model can produce delicious coffee for years.

No-Frills Design

Sometimes, simple is better. With a no-frills design, available in black and white, you’ll be able to make coffee just the way you want without worrying about a burr grinder or a froth maker breaking, rendering your machine useless.

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This model does come with all the necessary features you need:

  • 12-cup coffee capacity.
  • Water filtration for better tasting coffee (optional).
  • Dual water windows.
  • Top coffee filter holder.
  • Pause ‘n Serve option.

Simple and easy to use. First, you’ll want to fill up the water reservoir. Featuring a dual window design, you’ll be able to see the exact level of water currently in your machine. Once done, you’ll want to open the top of the coffee maker to put in your coffee filter and coffee grounds.

Now, simply turn on the machine and wait for it to finish.

If you want to sneak a cup of coffee halfway through the brewing cycle, you’ll be able to remove the carafe and pour yourself a cup. This model automatically puts itself into pause mode, so you can serve yourself coffee – without the wait.

If you don’t put in filtered water, you can buy a filter for this model directly from Mr. Coffee. However, this is an optional feature.

Maintenance & Cleaning

If you choose to use the water filter, you’ll need to replace your filters periodically. Cleaning is fast and easy. The carafe can be cleaned with a sponge and water as well as the exterior of the machine. The coffee filter will lift out and can be cleaned using the same method.

When first getting this machine, I recommend running a cycle with white vinegar first. After, run two cycles with just hot water. This will remove the initial awkward taste of a new coffee machine.

Extreme Durability

This model is very inexpensive. While some users said this model only last 1 – 2 years, others have had it for much longer. For the price, it’s a bargain (more on that next).

Affordable Price

The CG13 doesn’t cost a lot, it’s actually very affordable! You won’t find a 12-cup coffee maker with this level of durability and quality for cheaper.

Pros

  • 12-cup capacity.
  • Bottom cord storage.
  • Easy to use.
  • Dual water window.

Cons

  • Produces a lot of steam.
  • Leaks if filled too high.

The steam issue is not a big deal, but the leaking can be if you’re not careful. There are overflow holes in the reservoir. If you fill past this point, water may leak. Ideally, you’ll fill right to the 12-cup mark or slightly below. This will also produce the best-tasting coffee.

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Mr. Coffee BVMC-KG6-001 Single-Serve Coffee Maker Review

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Mr. Coffee BVMC-KG6-001 Coffee Maker

Mr. Coffee BVMC-KG6-001 (click to enlarge)

Single cup coffee perfection. Sometimes, making an entire pot of coffee is not what you want. Single serve coffees are often filled with more flavor, and they are always faster to brew. The Mr. Coffee BVMC-KG6-001 is a single serve model that even includes K-Cup and Keurig Brewing Technology.

Build Quality

Mr. Coffee is an entry-level brand that is known for moderate pricing and longevity. With Keurig Brewing Technology included, the BVMC-KG6-001 has the quality of Keurig – which is very high. All of the exterior is made of hardened plastic.

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Design & Features

There’s a lot to like with this little brewer:

  • K-Cup compatible to brew coffee, tea and cocoa.
  • 40-ounce water reservoir for multiple brews without refilling.
  • 6, 8 and 10-ounce brew sizes.
  • Removable drip tray.
  • Large enough to fill a travel mug.

There are no advanced programmability features, so you can begin brewing in seconds. First, you can choose from a variety of K-Cups to make coffee, tea or cocoa. Then, you’ll add water and choose your desired cup size before turning on the brew cycle.

There is a water indicator on the front of the machine that will illuminate when water levels are low.

Moving on to the actual brewing cycle, a variety of cup sizes, 6 – 10 ounces, can be placed under the spout. If you need more room, you can remove the drip pan to fit a full-sized travel mug under the spout. From my experience, you will need to run more than one brew cycle to fill a mug of this size.

Taste-wise, you’ll enjoy the same great taste that Keurig models are known for right from this Mr. Coffee model.

Maintenance & Cleaning

The drip tray is removable and can be cleaned under the sink. Since you’re using K-Cups, simply press the top forward and remove when not in use. Everything else can be wiped down. Even the water reservoir comes out, so you can rinse it under the sink.

Durability & Longevity

There is a 1-year warranty included and many users have been using this model for 1 – 2 years without any issues. From my own experience, most coffee makers that break do so in the first few months of ownership, meaning you’ll be able to return them within the warranty period.

Mr. Coffee models normally last 3 – 5 years without any issue.

Price

This model won’t set you back a lot. Especially considering its features and pros – a steal for Keurig taste and Mr. Coffee craftsmanship.

Pros

  • Keurig brewing technology.
  • 1 minute brewing cycle.
  • A variety of brew-sizes.
  • Easy to clean.

Cons

  • Forced to use K-Cups.

Initially, you’re forced to use K-Cup pods, which means you can’t use your own coffee. However, you can purchase a pod that does let you use your own coffee, which is what I recommend if you like grinding up your own coffee beans.

Mr. Coffee mixed with Keurig technology makes this an affordable coffee maker that produces a flavorful coffee. You won’t find another coffee maker in this price range that can produce great tasting coffee in just 1 minute.

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Another Favorite Single-Serve Coffee Maker By Mr. Coffee!

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Mr. Coffee Single-Serve

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Mr. Coffee’s affordability combined with the great taste of Keurig Brewed coffee. The BVMC-KG6-001 offers the best of both worlds to coffee drinkers. Not only is this model packed with features, it can make coffee, tea and cocoa too.

Mr. Coffee Quality

Black and silver, this model is made of durable hard plastic and offers top-of-the-line features. The brewing technology is one of the best in the world thanks to the addition of Keurig-based technology with this single-cup coffee machine.

Feature-Rich Design

Using Keurig K-Cup Packs, you’ll quickly realize that you have a lot brewing options from coffee and tea to delicious cocoa. When it comes to features, this model includes:

  • 40-ounce water reservoir
  • 3 brew-size options: 6-, 8- and 10-ounces
  • Removable drip tray
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The reservoir gently comes out and can hold up to 40-ounces of water. This means less refilling and an easier time making coffee in the morning. After putting the K-Cup in place, all that’s left to do is choose your brew size, and you’ll have delicious coffee within just 60 seconds.

Fast and efficient, this model can fit cups of all sizes from a small 8-ounce cup to a travel mug.

There is a drip tray to catch any coffee that might drip out after you remove your mug, and the tray is easily removed for easy cleanup.

Maintenance & Cleaning

Cleanup is a breeze. Remove the reservoir to dump out any old water and clean it in the sink. If the drip tray gets dirty, remove it and wipe it down with a sponge or clean it under the sink. I personally never put my coffee maker parts in the dishwasher, so I wouldn’t recommend it with this model.

Aside from using K-Cups, there’s virtually no maintenance involved.

Built to Last

With any coffee makers, you’ll risk the chance of the pump burning out early on. Mr. Coffee includes a one-year warranty, but you shouldn’t have to worry. I have a lot of friends that use this model regularly, and there have been no complaints so far.

Budget-Friendly

This is a little more expensive for a single-serve coffee maker due to the Keurig technology used. This model is very affordable and for Keurig taste and Mr. Coffee quality, it’s a smart investment.

Pros

  • Uses Keurig technology
  • Easy to clean
  • 3 great cup sizes

Cons

  • Small reservoir

The one complaint seen among users is that everyone wants a larger reservoir. This is a single-serve model, and you never want to let your water sit for too long between brew cycles. Aside from this, this model is highly recommended.

Mr. Coffee offers a very affordable option for K-Cup lovers with this single-serve coffee maker. It brews a cup of coffee in less than a minute, it has the Keurig taste coffee drinkers love, and it’s made by one of the best-known brands in the coffee industry – Mr. Coffee. If you’re in the market for a coffee maker, definitely see what the BVMC-KG6-001 has to offer.

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Most Affordable: The Mr. Coffee BVMC-SJX33GT Reviewed

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Mr. Coffee BVMC-SJX33GT Coffee Maker

Mr. Coffee BVMC-SJX33GT Coffee Maker (click to enlarge)

Mr. Coffee is known for quality at an affordable price. With the SJX33GT, you’ll get one of the best low-end models on the market that comes with an automatic cleaning cycle, 12-cup brewing capacity and programmable timer, so you wake up to the smell of coffee every morning.

Great Quality

Named one of the best products of 2011, 2012 and 2013, this model is built with quality in mind. The carafe is thermal to keep heat inside, water is filtered through the accompanying water filter, and the exterior features a black and silver plastic design.

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Feature-rich Design

For such a great price – more on that later – this model is packed with features that make brewing the perfect pot of coffee effortless. These top-of-the-line features include:

  • 12-cup brewing capacity
  • Glass carafe
  • Special cleaning cycle
  • 2-hour auto shutoff
  • 2-hour coffee heating
  • Water filter basket
  • Pause and serve
  • Strong and regular brew options
  • Set delay option for future brewing

Ever wonder why your coffee can taste so different from one coffee machine to the next? Oftentimes, it has a lot to do with the water. Using a carbon-based water filter, this model removes 97% of chlorine, so you’re left with delicious coffee.

You’re able to set your brew strength, program future coffee making and even stop this model mid-brew to pour yourself a cup of coffee and resume the brewing process after.

Easy Cleanup

Don’t want to spend too much time cleaning up? Neither do I. Mr. Coffee has a removable filter basket, a self-cleaning cycle and a glass carafe that’s easy to clean – just rinse it under the sink. As for the exterior, a simple cleaning with a sponge or damp towel is all that’s needed to get the job done.

Aside from the self-cleaning, the only maintenance involved will be replacing the water filter.

Durability & Longevity

The longevity of this model is superb. I have a friend that’s used this model every day for 2 years, and it’s still going strong. As long as you don’t drop the carafe, there’s no reason that this model won’t last just as long for you.

There’s also a manufacturer warranty, so if it breaks within the first year, you’ll get a free replacement.

Price

You’d be hard-pressed to find a model with this level of craftsmanship and durability for cheaper than the Mr. Coffee BVMC-SJX33GT. This model is very affordable and is packed with all of the features that I deem a “necessity.”

Pros

  • Programmable for hot coffee when you wake up.
  • Time tested to last for years.
  • Self-cleaning cycle for easy cleaning.
  • Strong and regular brew settings.

Cons

  • Initial plastic taste.

Many users have stated that there is an initial plastic taste when first brewing with this model. A great way to fix this is to wipe the inside of the carafe with alcohol then thoroughly cleaning the inside. Now, run the cleaning cycle and brew a few cups of coffee. At this point, you should taste nothing but delicious, pure coffee.

If you’re on the market for an affordable coffee maker that is built to last, I recommend giving the Mr. Coffee BVMC-SJX33GT a try.

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