Bunn is best - clean it monthly with vinegar. |
Look for one certified by the Specialty Coffee Association: https://sca.coffee/certified-home-brewer
I use a Bonavita and am happy with it. Technivorm is also well-regarded but has a taller footprint. The SCA has certified models from a few other brands, as well. |
Bunn VP17. |
I love the technivorm moccamaster. Consisently good coffee, every time. I think they basically last forever. |
Another vote for a basic cuisinart coffee maker. |
Why is no one mentioning Mr. Coffee? That's as basic as you can go.
My Zojirushi carafe broke (again) while washing it at 6 PM. Went to Amazon and ordered a Mr. Coffee and it arrived by 7 AM the following morning, just in time for breakfast. Impressive. It's fine and does a straightforward job. |
Also have a Cuisinart. That thing will outlive us all, and the coffee is fine. |
There are tons if working coffee makers at thrift stores. |
My vote is for the $50 Cuisinart at Costco. |
Our first Mr. Coffee lasted 2p years. We only replaced it because the carafe broke. On our second now. |