Single Serve & Full Pot Coffee Maker

Product Description

For all the coffee drinkers and aficionados in search of an affordable, low maintenance coffeemaker that can brew a basic or premium roast coffee in a fraction of the time and cost as the coffeehouse: Meet the Hamilton Beach 2-Way Brewer. Voltage 110 volts. The 2-Way Brewer unit will only brew one side at a time. For a particular preference, simply switch the lever left or right. Any soft pod coffee brand, available in the coffee aisle of your local grocery store, or any loose coffee grounds can be used. The 2-Way Brewer is not compatible with the K-Cup pack.

Features

• 5 WAYS TO BREW: SINGLE CUP OR FULL POT. Brew a single-serve cup or a full coffee pot with your favorite ground coffee. Whichever way you brew, this programmable coffee maker makes it easy to do both.
• SIMPLE SINGLE-SERVE BREWING: With the included mesh scoop, adding your favorite ground coffee to the coffee maker couldn’t be easier: just scoop, place and brew. (Not compatible with K-Cup* pods.)
• ECO-FRIENDLY AND EASY ON YOUR WALLET. For fresh flavor and less waste, skip the plastic pods. Since this Hamilton Beach coffee maker doesn't use K-Cup* pods, there's less to buy and throw away.
• PROGRAMMABLE WITH MULTIPLE BREW SETTINGS: Choose whether to make a single cup or full pot, select bold or regular brew strength options, and program the coffee maker up to 24 hours in advance for wake-up ready coffee.
• GET YOUR FIRST CUP FAST WITH AUTO PAUSE & POUR: Pour yourself a quick cup as coffee brews with Auto Pause & Pour — no need to wait until the whole pot has finished brewing.
• 5 SEPARATE EASY-FILL WATER RESERVOIRS: Each brewer has its own water reservoir that’s easy to fill and features a water window, so you always know how much water is on each side.
• K-Cup is a registered trademark of Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. Use of the K-Cup trademark does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by Keurig Green Mountain, Inc.

Top Reviews

Nice and simple Single Serve!
by Tivojo (5 out of 5 stars)
January 8, 2017

Was replacing probably what has been the best coffee maker I've ever owned, have had a 12-cup Braun coffee maker for 20 years and finally the carafe has been broken. This Hamilton Beach Single Serve is a great replacement, I've gotten used to the paper filters for the Braun and even though it has it's own reusable, I prefer my coffee not to have that oil, film across the top and in the bottom of the cup, the paper filters get rid of that completely. The way I get around the residue with this coffee maker is to trim down the large round coffee filters, which are the cheapest I've found. Place the trimmed filter inside the bottom silver bowl, not inside or beneath the reusable filter, the coffee brews the best the way, at least for me it does, see the pics.

The bay can accommodate a 7-1/4" tall mug when the bracket is in it's lowest position, a 4-1/4" mug when it's in the highest position.

The coffee brews out plenty hot and fairly quickly, have seen some articles that says the HB doesn't get the coffee hot enough, it does for me. May help if you preheat the cup with some hot water before dispensing the coffee, I always do. I received the Kurig K55 coffee maker for Christmas and it does great too but I don't plan on putting all that money into K-Cup coffee. I used the reusable K-Cups as well, most don't work so good. If you like grinding your own beans, the course grind or French press grind is best for this maker. I have used some Peet's French Roast ground coffee with it, pressed the "Bold" button and it did great, that coffee is a very fine grind.

The ease of cleaning is a big plus! Simple to use and simple to clean, can't go wrong with that!
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It's a great looking machine and I don't mind it being on ...
by Jena (2 out of 5 stars)
March 17, 2018

We have had this coffee pot for less than a year. It's a great looking machine and I don't mind it being on my counter. In theory, it's also great for those times when you need a single cup vs. a pot. We found right away that the cup side was not for us. Perhaps it is the coffee we use (Costco brand) or the fact that it's a mesh filter, our coffee had a very dark later at the bottom of our cup and it really did taste dirty. Maybe there are paper filters for single cup, but we stopped using it altogether.

The pot portion was just fine, as well, however, we had to clean this with vinegar more frequently than any pot I've ever had simply to get it to make a full pot within the two hours that the warmer stayed on. In fact, currently, we program it to start brewing at 4:30am so that when I get up at 5:30 am, I can have a cup of coffee. (It's at between 4-6 cups at that point.) NOBODY has time for that. It is also leaving two cups in the holding tank which won't come out.

It's terrible and our new Bunn is coming tomorrow. Goodbye Hamilton Beach pot, we will not miss you.
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Love this one-two cup machine, but I wish it included an extra scoop/filter like the previous model!
by Victoriana (5 out of 5 stars)
June 18, 2017

I was hesitant before ordering this coffee maker because the reviews are so mixed, but I've used it daily for a month and I am very happy with it. Before brewing the 1st time I filled it with white vinegar and ran it through a cycle, then 2 cycles of plain water to remove any residual plastic taste. I will also do this once a month for cleaning.

I have a damaged adrenal system so I cannot have caffeine so no coffee for me, but I can drink Teeccino Teeccino Variety Pack (Hazelnut, Mocha, and Java) Chicory Herbal Coffee, Caffeine Free, Acid Free, 11 Ounce (Pack of 3)
. I call it my Faux Coffee and you brew it just like coffee. I also needed a coffee maker for company and I wanted one that makes individual servings without those K cups. This is a simple machine that is easy to use & quick to clean.

It has 2 water levels 8oz and 14 oz clearly marked by 2 plastic parts that look like steps molded into the back wall inside the tank. The lower one reads 8 oz and the higher one reads MAX so you just fill up to those with water-no measuring cups needed. There are 2 filters so the 2nd mesh filter catches any tiny granules that may get through the metal filter. After brewing you push up the 3 parts-both filters and the drip cup, dump the grinds (I use the coffee grounds in my rose bushes, they love the acid) and rinse the 3 parts and either set aside to dry or make another cup. I like to leave the lid open to dry out inside. It looks like the silicone seal would pop off to clean but it hasn't gotten dirty so I haven't tried to do that yet. It does a great job on the Bold setting which drips a little slower than the Regular setting ( I actually haven't used it on Regular yet). When using a mug it can splatter a couple of drops on the sides or in front but no major mess.

I use a Takeya Iced Tea Maker Set 24 oz pitcher to brew in that is 6 1/2" high and it doesn't splatter. This holds 14 oz with enough room to add powdered Collagen & Goat's Milk and use my milk frother to mix it all up. Bean Envy Electric Milk Frother Handheld, Perfect for the Best Latte, Whip Foamer, Includes Stainless Steel Stand Using 14 oz water I get enough coffee for two 8oz mugs.

I like that it's a simple machine with basic parts so there's not a lot to go bad. The stainless is easy to wipe clean and it looks much nicer than most coffee makers. I like the quality of the stainless filter with a good sturdy metal handle so there's no chance of dropping it and making a mess with the grounds.

It takes up very little space on the counter, it's only 6 3/4"wide x 7 1/2"deep x 12 1/2" tall ( 17 1/4" with the lids open). In my photos I show it beneath my microwave oven which is set at a standard wall cabinet height. It will fit up to a 7 1/4" high mug or a 4 1/4" high mug with the metal shelf in position.

My only complaint is that the previous model came with an extra scoop/filter but now they only include one. I'd like to have an extra one.

TIP: Here's a little secret my Grandpa taught me...add a dash of Sea Salt (or Himalayan Salt) to the coffee before brewing. It sounds gross but trust me, just a dash & it enhances the flavor of the coffee, & no it won't taste salty! I also add a dash of powdered cinnamon to my mug (do not put it in the coffee machine!). It adds a yummy flavor.

This doesn't pertain to the function of the machine but I thought I'd include it in case anyone is interested...I wanted a pull out shelf but dislike those plastic ones so I made one out of an 8 x 10 tile and attached thick felt pads to the bottom. Now my coffee maker slides out to fill it up and then slides back against the wall. It works great as long as you have a smooth surface.
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Gradually breaks down over time - not worth it
by fauxfox (1 out of 5 stars)
December 29, 2016

I've had this unit for just over a year (it's now conveniently out of warranty...sigh). When I first got it, I used it constantly and LOVED it - no paper filters needed, so easy to use, perfect in a household where just one person (me) drinks coffee, so affordable - life was good. Unless your mug is very tall, it does splatter coffee onto your counter a little, but I could deal with that. However, after about 7-8 months of use, strange things began happening. The coffee began tasting watery and gross; after brewing, I'd open up the coffee basket area and see residual water pooled in the grounds, threatening to spill out, which never happened before. The brew time for "bold" went from a few minutes to about 30 seconds - and even worse, the watery coffee that it made began to taste like plastic-y chemicals. Bear in mind, I keep my unit absolutely pristine; I use only spring water and I run a vinegar descaling solution through every so often too. It doesn't matter - this product is junk. I kept (foolishly) hoping it would get better, so I didn't invoke my warranty, but today I tried using it again and had to pour the coffee down the sink; the plastic taste was so bad that I worry that whatever is leaching into it is carcinogenic. If you're cool with spending the money and getting 6 months-ish of use out of this, you might like it anyway; if not, spare yourself the eventual disappointment and buy something else.
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The glass carafe broke near the handles on the first ...
by Stephen Chung (1 out of 5 stars)
August 23, 2017

The glass carafe broke near the handles on the first brew without any coffee grounds used. Second use the sides of the glass where nothing is touching started cracking.
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Slow brewing and tastes like plastic
by Liz (1 out of 5 stars)
May 15, 2018

This is by far the worst coffee maker we have ever purchased. After a month, the coffee still has a plastic taste. The manufacturer has recommendations on running through vinegar to remove the taste, so it's obviously an ongoing problem. It didn't work. Why not solve the problem before the consumer gets the product instead of them having to deal with it. Also, it brews single serve cups painfully slowly. We bought a Keurig and went back to that. Never a funny after taste, even right out of the box.
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Good cup of coffee for less money!
by Donna C L (4 out of 5 stars)
March 1, 2015

This is a great alternative to those expensive pods. The only thing that would make it better would be paper filters. I have started using Melitta singe serve size filters between the basket and the micro screen, this eliminates a lot of the sediment. I have added a photo of where I put the filter. I am saving lots of $$$ using this coffee maker!
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Finally a hot cup of coffee!
by P. Perry (5 out of 5 stars)
July 1, 2015

Finally a hot cup of coffee! We had been using the Cuisinart SS-700 k-cup brewer for just over 3 years now and really enjoyed the convenience of the single cup brew. It started becoming erratic in all the ways the k-cup machines do, but the last straw was when it would only make room temperature coffee and no amout of cleaning and fiddling would fix it. We had been using our own coffee with a reusable filter anyway, so I started the search for a reliable single cup brewer that would use my own grounds and produce a hot cup of coffee. I'm so glad I found this little machine!

Pros:
1. Water in, water out. No large storage tank means the fresh filtered water that I dump in is the same water that makes my coffee. No large storage tank to clean, and the machine isn't heating water over and over in an internal tank to keep it hot. Also, no special charcoal filters to buy and remember to change.
2. Makes a decent, hot cup of coffee! Piping hot. Even after adding cream to the coffee it was burn your tongue hot. It took a few tries to figure out the right amount of coffee to water ratio, but once I got that right the coffee was as good as any drip coffee maker I've ever used, and better than the weak brew I would get using a reusable k-cup with the same coffee in my Cuisinart.
3. Smaller footprint and shorter height. Fits under my lowest kitchen cabinets and takes up less space on the counter. While it is a well built and a relatively rugged little coffee maker, it is small and without the big water tank it's light and easy to lift up one handed and clean under while wiping down the countertop.
4. Easier clean up between cups than reusable k-cups. Anyone who uses Ekobrew or Solofill reusable k-cup filters knows what a pain they are to clean the wet coffee grounds out between cups. They just don't rinse clean easily. I actually kept a toothbrush at my sink to scrub out the nooks and crannies on the insides as a rinse never got everything out. I was pleasantly surprised by the scoop coffee filter. The wet grounds tapped right out to almost clean and anything left behind rinsed out easily. The secondary filter was quick and easy to rinse too. I also like that the parts are dishwasher safe so they can be run through with the evening dishes for a deep cleaning.
5. It's old school. No bright glowing led screens/programmed selections/extra stuff. There is really no learning curve with this machine. You don't have to remember to select the correct brew size and there is nothing to re-program after a power outage. You won't overflow your cup if you use it to measure the water you dump in. And there is no annoying end of cycle beeping or low water flashing lights. It shuts itself off after the brew cycle and there is no heating plate to burn out or scorch the fingers of curious little ones exploring where they shouldn't be.
6. Speed. From shut off/cold to the first cup was around 2 minutes. The second cup was faster. The Cuisinart k-cup machine was a little faster both from cold/shut off and in standby, but also not as hot even when it was working properly. And let's be realistic here. Who can't wait two minutes for a cup of coffee?
7. Maintenance. The Scoop maintenance once a month is to run 1/2 cup of plain white vinegar and 1/2 cup of water through the brew cycle followed by two or three cycles of plain water and you are back in business, it takes maybe 5 or 6 minutes total. The Cuisinart required 50 oz of white vinegar run through the machine to the internal tank, then let it sit for a minimum of 4 hours. Then the rinsing. It took about 8 to 10 tanks of water to rinse the vinegar smell and taste out. This was an all day project, taking the coffee maker out of commission during this time, and if we didn't do this every six weeks at minimum, sometimes more often when the "de scale" sensor demanded it, the machine wouldn't work right. I don't know if all k-cup machines require this or if it was a Cuisinart thing, but this alone was enough of a reason to steer me away from this type of machine as a replacement when mine broke down.

Cons: I only have one. The splashing! Not really the coffee makers fault, more my choice in coffee cup. My cups are too tall for the drip tray in the short cup position, and too short in the tall cup position so there was quite a bit of splattering on the coffee maker and the counter. A quick fix was to leave the drip tray in the position for tall cups, then take a mini rubbermaid take along container (the three ounce size) with the lid snapped on and sit it lid down on the drip tray. When my mug was placed on top of that, it left only about a quarter of an inch of space between the top of the mug and the bottom of the brewer. Leaving the lid on the little container made it strong enough to support the coffee mug safely even when full. This virtually eliminated any splashing.

So far I am very happy with the performance of this coffee maker and recommend it to anyone looking for an alternative to a k-cup brewer.
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Confused
by Geek Family (1 out of 5 stars)
April 25, 2018

I love the design and how easy it is to use but something strange is happening. Everytime I make a cup of coffee it has a hint of smell and taste of plastic. I have used regular water about twenty times to flush out the taste, filtered water, new filters, and switched coffee brands but it is still there. I called the company and they sent me a new one and I cleaned it a few times and the taste was still there. I am going to try running hot water a few more times to see if that makes a different. I don't want to get rid of it since I love it but I want regular coffee not plastic.

Uodate;: They sent me a new one and it works great but sending back the old one and paying for a box was a bit of a hassle. They would only allow UPS and not a local Amazon affiliate to take it back.
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Great! Two great options in one!
by Lyndsey (5 out of 5 stars)
June 19, 2018

I love this thing. I bought this one to replace my little coffee maker I bought to use for guests in their room. My other large coffee maker broke so I had been using my little coffee maker and trying hard to get my pour over strainer to work. It's terrible. I gave up and did some research on coffee makers and found this one.

What I like are the two options to brew up to 12 cups of coffee AND brew single serve. I had an option to buy a maker that's nearly the exact copy as this one but uses K cups with no option of using loose coffee and decided I'd rather get this one so I can use my premium coffee as an option. Should I want K cups, I'll cut open the cup and pour the coffee into the reusable coffee strainer. This maker also gives you an option to use a tumbler OR coffee cup. Simply fill your cup with water and pour into it. Simple. Same for the carafe. I like that there's an LED light for the clock but it doesn't stay on. It turns off when the coffee is done. The coffee brews FAST. I'm used to makers taking some time to brew, even with new makers. This one brews so fast that I hardly had time to tend to the kids before it was done. The pot stays hot too. Sometimes you want a quick cup before it's done. Too bad though. You have to wait. I'm not sure someone rushing to work would mind though if they've scheduled their single cup to be done right before leaving.

The colors are nice on this machine too. Since stainless steel + black is still popular, it should match well. This is also not a huge machine. It's actually smaller than my single Mr. Coffee machine and shorter as well. Looks like a mini espresso machine. What I wish I could do though is not have to pull the machine out from under a cabinet to pour in the water. If there was a drawer instead, it would make it easy for many of this. This is just a personal wish though.

Pros: LED Light, single and carafe coffee brewing, reusable coffee strainer for the single cup, fast brewing, heating pad for carafe, stainless steel + black, not too big, pocket to hide extra wire within itself, programmable brewing for auto brew, ability to use tumbler or coffee cup with stand, given instructions on how to clean it and suggests vinegar once a week for hard water (Use Lemon Shine instead if your machine stops working by making a solution of water and the crystals and brew)

Cons: No option to keep LED clock light on, you have to wait until all the coffee has been brewed into the carafe before pouring, My buttons were a little lopsided (probably from packaging),
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Love this one-two cup machine, but I wish it included an extra scoop/filter like the previous model!
by Victoriana,Top Contributor: Cooking (5 out of 5 stars)
June 18, 2017

I was hesitant before ordering this coffee maker because the reviews are so mixed, but I've used it daily for a month and I am very happy with it. Before brewing the 1st time I filled it with white vinegar and ran it through a cycle, then 2 cycles of plain water to remove any residual plastic taste. I will also do this once a month for cleaning.

I have a damaged adrenal system so I cannot have caffeine so no coffee for me, but I can drink Teeccino Teeccino Variety Pack (Hazelnut, Mocha, and Java) Chicory Herbal Coffee, Caffeine Free, Acid Free, 11 Ounce (Pack of 3)
. I call it my Faux Coffee and you brew it just like coffee. I also needed a coffee maker for company and I wanted one that makes individual servings without those K cups. This is a simple machine that is easy to use & quick to clean.

It has 2 water levels 8oz and 14 oz clearly marked by 2 plastic parts that look like steps molded into the back wall inside the tank. The lower one reads 8 oz and the higher one reads MAX so you just fill up to those with water-no measuring cups needed. There are 2 filters so the 2nd mesh filter catches any tiny granules that may get through the metal filter. After brewing you push up the 3 parts-both filters and the drip cup, dump the grinds (I use the coffee grounds in my rose bushes, they love the acid) and rinse the 3 parts and either set aside to dry or make another cup. I like to leave the lid open to dry out inside. It looks like the silicone seal would pop off to clean but it hasn't gotten dirty so I haven't tried to do that yet. It does a great job on the Bold setting which drips a little slower than the Regular setting ( I actually haven't used it on Regular yet). When using a mug it can splatter a couple of drops on the sides or in front but no major mess.

I use a Takeya Iced Tea Maker Set 24 oz pitcher to brew in that is 6 1/2" high and it doesn't splatter. This holds 14 oz with enough room to add powdered Collagen & Goat's Milk and use my milk frother to mix it all up. Bean Envy Electric Milk Frother Handheld, Perfect for the Best Latte, Whip Foamer, Includes Stainless Steel Stand Using 14 oz water I get enough coffee for two 8oz mugs.

I like that it's a simple machine with basic parts so there's not a lot to go bad. The stainless is easy to wipe clean and it looks much nicer than most coffee makers. I like the quality of the stainless filter with a good sturdy metal handle so there's no chance of dropping it and making a mess with the grounds.

It takes up very little space on the counter, it's only 6 3/4"wide x 7 1/2"deep x 12 1/2" tall ( 17 1/4" with the lids open). In my photos I show it beneath my microwave oven which is set at a standard wall cabinet height. It will fit up to a 7 1/4" high mug or a 4 1/4" high mug with the metal shelf in position.

My only complaint is that the previous model came with an extra scoop/filter but now they only include one. I'd like to have an extra one.

TIP: Here's a little secret my Grandpa taught me...add a dash of Sea Salt (or Himalayan Salt) to the coffee before brewing. It sounds gross but trust me, just a dash & it enhances the flavor of the coffee, & no it won't taste salty! I also add a dash of powdered cinnamon to my mug (do not put it in the coffee machine!). It adds a yummy flavor.

This doesn't pertain to the function of the machine but I thought I'd include it in case anyone is interested...I wanted a pull out shelf but dislike those plastic ones so I made one out of an 8 x 10 tile and attached thick felt pads to the bottom. Now my coffee maker slides out to fill it up and then slides back against the wall. It works great as long as you have a smooth surface.

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