BLACK+DECKER CM1331BS Coffee Maker

4.8/5.0
By Robert Parsons May 20, 2021
Looks / Appearance 5.0 / 5.0
Functionality 4.6 / 5.0
Ease of use 4.9 / 5.0

Pros

  • – VORTEX Water Flow Technology
  • – Smart-Clean System 
  • – Sneak-a-Cup feature 
  • – Adjustable keep warm timer
  • – 2-year warranty

Cons

  • – Brew basket is poorly designed

BLACK+DECKER is likely a brand you’re familiar with. They set up shop back in 1910 as a small Baltimore machine store. More recently, they’ve expanded from power tools and lawn equipment to home appliances like coffee makers.

The Black+Decker CM1331BS Coffee Maker is among their list of praiseworthy products. It is highly rated as a brewing device and naturally, our team wanted to learn why. We put this coffee maker to the test and reviewed everything from functionality to ease of use.

Keep reading to learn everything there is to know about the BLACK and DECKER CM1331BS Coffee Maker.

Who is the BLACK+DECKER CM1331BS Coffee Maker For? 

The Black+Decker CM1331BS is best suited for you if you want to brew coffee just the way you like it. Long gone are the days you have to wait in a long line to get a quality cup of joe. With this brewing device, you can have it right at home in a matter of minutes. 

How does this coffee maker add up in terms of taste? Our team found that every cup was strong and flavorful, brewed to perfection. This is due to the VORTEX Technology design that extracts coffee using optimal water temperatures. You don’t have to worry about bitter-tasting cups because the water was too hot or weak-tasting ones because it wasn’t hot enough.

Specifications

  • – Size: 14 x 12.8 x 9.9 inches
  • – Weight: 6.29 pounds
  • – Capacity: 12-cup
  • – Color: Black 
  • – Material: Stainless Steel
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What Makes The BLACK+DECKER CM1331BS Special? 

We’ve covered how this java appliance is designed with Vortex Water Flow Technology which is one of the main elements that make it special. The exclusive showerhead design also saturates coffee grounds evenly, resulting in a bold flavor extraction. And then you have the following: 

  • – Premium Stainless Steel. Give your kitchen a sleek, unique look with this black stainless steel brewing appliance. The premium finish offers a design that will stand out in your kitchen. 
  • – Smart-Clean System. This java device cleans itself! There are two main reasons you want to clean your coffee maker after each use. The first is for fresh-tasting brews, and the second to maintain the performance of your appliance. 
  • – Keep-Warm Feature. Don’t plan on drinking your coffee right after brewing? You can keep your pot of joe warm with the adjustable keep warm function from 30 minutes to over an hour. 
  • – Brew Strength Selector. Our team really liked how we could select the strength of our brews. This appliance comes with an option to slow down the brewing process leading to stronger tasting coffee. 
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Why Should I Buy This BLACK+DECKER Coffee Maker?

The Black and Decker CM1331BS offers a large digital display where you can set the time and program future brews. Imagine waking up and having your pot of coffee ready for you. This java machine makes this and more possible. 

There is even a Sneak-a-Cup feature that stops the flow of coffee temporarily so that you can pour yourself a cup without making a mess. And the nonstick carafe plate heats up to keep your brews hot for as long as you need. 

If you’re looking for an easy-to-use, 12-cup capacity coffee maker, this may just be the one for you.

Our Verdict

The Black+Decker CM1331BS Coffee Maker falls high on our list due to its large capacity, fast brewing times, and programmable features. The only downfall is the brew basket sometimes doesn’t sit right and lets some grounds fall into the carafe. However, if you happen to experience this issue, know this product is backed up with a 2-year warranty. 

 

Experience the Black and Decker CM1331BS for yourself today!

 

Pros

  • – VORTEX Water Flow Technology
  • – Smart-Clean System 
  • – Sneak-a-Cup feature 
  • – Adjustable keep warm timer
  • – 2-year warranty

Cons

  • – Brew basket is poorly designed