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DeLonghi DCM485 10-Cup Thermal Carafe and Coffeemaker, Brushed Stainless Steel | 
 enlarge | Brand: DeLonghi
Category: Kitchen
List Price: $182.00
Buy New: $144.68
You Save: $37.32 (21%)
New (4) Used (3) Refurbished (3) from $49.99
Rating:  113 reviews
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 10.3
Dimensions (in): 0.1 x 0.1 x 0.1
Model: DCM485
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 10-cup coffeemaker with wrap-around stainless-steel housing and sleek design | | • | Double-wall thermal carafe; Accuflavor selector dial for choosing coffee strength | | • | Easy-to-set 24-hour digital timer permits anytime brewing; brew-pause function | | • | Gold Tone permanent filter; water-level indicator; auto shut-off; cup warmer | | • | Measures 11 by 9-5/6 by 14-1/8 inches; 1-year limited warranty |
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Showing reviews 1-5 of 113
 Great Quality and Style February 21, 2005
Superstream (Corvallis, OR USA)
26 out of 27 found this review helpful
Are you tired of parts made of plastic and not real metal? This coffee maker is made of genuine brushed stainless. If the part on this machine looks like metal, it is metal. The overall look and style is very European, even the buttons and display are good quality and simple to use and understand. The carafe is stainless inside and out, and keeps the coffee hot for at least 4 hours. The water resevoir lifts out for easily filling from the tap, so you don't have to fill the carafe first and pour it into the machine. The resavoir has graduated markings. Also, the filter holder comes out for easy cleaning. The only quirk I found is that, as with other themal carafes, you have to pour slowly to keep from dripping. It also helps to read the manual that explains how far to unscrew the top before pouring to avoid drips.
Great Coffee October 27, 2005
JD1128 (Middle America)
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
I've had my DeLonghi DCM485 for a few months now and am very happy with it. It makes great coffee, brews quickly and keeps it hot for hours without the burning effects of a hotplate. It isn't a small unit, but I was more concerned about having a big enough capacity carafe than the total size of the unit. The brushed stainless and black exterior is rich looking so I don't mind that it occupies a bit of the countertop. I like the convenience of the hinged top allowing access to the filter basket and the water reservoir, which lifts out for easy filling or to clean. The gold tone coffee filter works well by itself or you can use a paper filter if you prefer. An "accuflavor" dial allows you to tweak to your preferred brew strength. The light blue-toned digital clock on the front face of the machine is attractive and large enough to see easily. The buttons to program the clock and timed brewstart are conveniently located and the instructions easy to understand. I will admit that the coffee pours somewhat slowly from the carafe and if you get in too big of a hurry, you may have some small drips. This has been my experience with any coffeepot (or pitcher for that matter) that I've ever used so I don't really understand the complaints and expectations from other reviewers. I've had no problems with positioning or overflow during brewing, nor condensation causing puddles around the coffeemaker.
During the time I've owned and used my DeLonghi, I've learned to appreciate it's various features and how well made it is. I recommend it without reservation.
Not Much Debate in My Book March 16, 2006
Lucky Barista (Delafield, WI USA)
15 out of 17 found this review helpful
I am an employee at a Starbucks in Wisconsin and have been an avid coffee lover for as long as I can remember. I recently purchased this model from DeLonghi, and I am very impressed.
Several reviews of this machine have noted its tendency to dribble or spill out when pouring. This is a half-truth. The original generation of this model was designed for the European market only. As such, DeLonghi took into consideration the habits and tendencies of Europeans (their patience and slower way of enjoying life). Guess what happened? Almost no one complained of a spilling problem. This is because the spout on the carafe was meant for slow pouring! Imagine that.
However, since DeLonghi introduced this machine in the American market, they have recieved many complaints. In response the company has now installed a taut rubber ring which fits on the inside of the lid to prevent spilling. With the new stopper it is essentially impossible to spill during pouring.
Just wanted to clear that up because of the mixed reviews.
It brews a mean cup in a decent amount of time, has some of the best looks I've seen and experienced (and I have had several expensive Starbucks and non-Starbucks machines in the past), and overall works great while still being a cinch to use.
They also have service centers in almost every state. Have a problem? Take it there and they will help you repair it or exchange it with no questions asked.
Do yourself a favor and buy this coffeemaker. You won't be disappointed.
- Lucky Barista
Everything worked for me May 27, 2005
Disway (OMA)
19 out of 23 found this review helpful
After some careful researches and a ton on reading other people's reviews, I finally made the move on this beautifully designed DeLonghi coffee maker, and I am so glad I did. Aside from the fact it is very stylish and contain every bit of Euro design, the coffee actually taste really good (better than I expected). I am not going to repeat the same good things people have been saying here, but 2 things I'd like to make it clear, 1. personally I don't think the water filter is a big deal when it comes to the fact that you will have to order it from the manufacturer (you can get them right here at Amazon by the way). There are not that many coffee makers that came with such solution anyway so...big deal. 2. the pouring issue, many people don't like how it'd spill all over the counter. What I just found out, is if you pour it slowly, you'll be just fine. I guess the Europeans are just not always in a hurry as the Americans :) Highly recommended coffee maker. UPDATE: After some usage, I learned that when you pour, hold the back for the lid (the side that is towards the handle), you get a pretty good pour with no drips!
Great coffemaker and the best customer support October 15, 2006
minacciosa (Boston, MA)
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
I bought this coffeemaker from Starbucks, believing that if they recommend it, it must be great. Ultimately they were vindicated. My unit initially exhibited all of the problems others have written about: overflows and an inability to pour without spills, then later on another very serious problem. The good news is that DeLonghi has great customer service, they are acutely aware of issues with this unit and they fully solved my problems. DeLonghi promptly sent me a new lid and new carafe which worked perfectly. (It seems many units were delivered having been fitted with an incorrect seal, causing the spill problems.) After receiving the new lid and carafe, all seemed ok, barring the rare, occasional overflow. Then one day, the coffemaker just died! Lights out. Done. I thought I was surely in for a protracted dispute with the DeLonghi company. They surprised me (perhaps I'm jaded) by immediately sending me a brand newly boxed unit, complete with all the accessories.
The new unit has worked flawlessly, without spills or overflows. It has caused exactly zero problems and makes the best coffee of any maker I've had. (I came to this from years of using Chemex or presses.) So, don't be put off by problems you see others having with the unit. It DOES work as advertised, and in the event you get a unit that is defective, DeLonghi customer support is among the absolute best I've encountered.
Conclusion: it's a great coffeemaker and its manufacturer is one of integrity. Go forth without hesitation.
Showing reviews 1-5 of 113
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