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Sytech SY-DC9 review: 47 specs compared

Avg. price:~£20Cups capacity:6 cupsPower:650 WThermal insulated carafe:noIntegrated grinder:noTimer function:no

Sytech SY-DC9 Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the American Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Sytech SY-DC9
5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, ratings from across the web, expert reviews and best-of lists.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 60%, User score 20%, Reviews score 10%, List score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

60%

5.5

Technical score

20%

5.5

User score

10%

?

Reviews scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.7, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 99% of American coffee machines
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the filter coffee machine's overall rating with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a filter coffee machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

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5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 60% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

40%

4.2

Brewing

30%

6.5

Convenience

10%

7.6

Carafe

10%

4.3

Maintenance

5%

8.9

Design

5%

4.0

Grinder

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Reviews score

Reviews score
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
Share: Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet. Until we do, its review part counts as 7.7.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
No expert tests yet
5.5

User score

User score
5.5/ 10
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What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.8, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 20% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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5.5

Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 8.3 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

7.4

Rating

30%

7.4

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 98%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 10% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Ranked #198 of 245 models in American Coffee Machines (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of filter coffee machine Sytech SY-DC9

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 60% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
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Score components:

40%

4.2

Brewing

30%

6.5

Convenience

10%

7.6

Carafe

10%

4.3

Maintenance

5%

8.9

Design

5%

4.0

Grinder

5.5
Reviews score
7.7
User score
5.5
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the filter coffee machine's overall rating with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a filter coffee machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.1
Power
650 W
Market range: <600 W – >1.4k W
This filter coffee machine is rated at 650 W, which is lower than 85.8% of filter coffee machines and equal to 3.6% of filter coffee machines.
Cups capacity
6 cups
Market range: <6 cups – >15 cups
This filter coffee machine holds 6 cups, which is fewer than 84% of filter coffee machines and equal to 7.6% of filter coffee machines.
Water tank capacity
0.75 L
Market range: <0.6 L – >1.5 L
This filter coffee machine has a 0.75 L water tank, which is smaller than 82.3% of filter coffee machines and equal to 2.8% of filter coffee machines.
Brew time
?
Pre-infusion
?
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Integrated grinder
no
This filter coffee machine does not have an integrated grinder. 10.6% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Bean container size
N/A
Number of grind settings
N/A
Thermal insulated carafe
no
This filter coffee machine does not have a thermal insulated carafe. 20.8% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Carafe material
glass
Number of carafes
1
Market range: <0 – >2
This filter coffee machine has a carafe count of 1, which is more than 0.8% of filter coffee machines and equal to 98.1% of filter coffee machines.
Warming plate
yes
This filter coffee machine has a warming plate. 13.2% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Adjustable keep-warm time
?
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Timer function
no
This filter coffee machine does not have a start timer. 52.1% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Display
no
This filter coffee machine does not have a display. 48.2% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Automatic shut-off
yes
This filter coffee machine switches off automatically. 0.8% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Auto shut-off interval
?
Water level indicator
yes
This filter coffee machine has a water level indicator. 3.5% of filter coffee machines offer this.
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Automatic cleaning
no
This filter coffee machine does not have an automatic cleaning cycle. 16.4% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Cleaning reminder
no
This filter coffee machine does not have a cleaning reminder. 17.2% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Water filtration system
no
This filter coffee machine does not have a water filtration system. 8.6% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Removable filter holder
?
Dishwasher-safe parts
no
This filter coffee machine does not have dishwasher-safe parts. 34.4% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Main color
black
Vintage design
no
This filter coffee machine does not have a vintage design. 2.7% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Body material
plastic
Width
26 cm
Market range: <17 cm – >30 cm
This filter coffee machine is 26 cm wide, which is wider than 68.9% of filter coffee machines and as wide as 2.9% of filter coffee machines.
Depth
15 cm
Market range: <16 cm – >28 cm
This filter coffee machine is 15 cm deep, which is shallower than 94.7% of filter coffee machines and as deep as 0.4% of filter coffee machines.
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Sytech SY-DC9 vs the average filter coffee machine

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  • 6.5 cm shallower
    This filter coffee machine is shallower than the average filter coffee machine (15 cm vs 21.5 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 21.5 cm deep.
    15 cm vs 21.5 cm
  • 38.5% smaller volume
    This filter coffee machine has a smaller body volume than the average filter coffee machine (10140 cm3 vs 16478 cm3). The average filter coffee machine has a volume of 16478 cm3.
    10,140 cm3 vs 16,478 cm3
  • 7.5 cm lower height
    This filter coffee machine is shorter than the average filter coffee machine (26 cm vs 33.5 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 33.5 cm tall.
    26 cm vs 33.5 cm
  • 51.9% lighter
    This filter coffee machine is lighter than the average filter coffee machine (1 kg vs 2.06 kg). The average filter coffee machine weighs 2.06 kg.
    0.99 kg vs 2.06 kg
  • 25% cheaper
    Sytech SY-DC9 is cheaper than the average filter coffee machine (£20 vs £25).
    £20 vs £25
  • 25% cheaper
    Sytech SY-DC9 is cheaper than the average filter coffee machine (£20 vs £25).
    £20 vs £25
  • 6.5 cm shallower
    This filter coffee machine is shallower than the average filter coffee machine (15 cm vs 21.5 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 21.5 cm deep.
    15 cm vs 21.5 cm
  • 38.5% smaller volume
    This filter coffee machine has a smaller body volume than the average filter coffee machine (10140 cm3 vs 16478 cm3). The average filter coffee machine has a volume of 16478 cm3.
    10,140 cm3 vs 16,478 cm3
  • 7.5 cm lower height
    This filter coffee machine is shorter than the average filter coffee machine (26 cm vs 33.5 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 33.5 cm tall.
    26 cm vs 33.5 cm
  • 51.9% lighter
    This filter coffee machine is lighter than the average filter coffee machine (1 kg vs 2.06 kg). The average filter coffee machine weighs 2.06 kg.
    0.99 kg vs 2.06 kg
  • 350 W less power
    This filter coffee machine has a lower power rating than the average filter coffee machine (650 W vs 1000 W). The average filter coffee machine is rated at 1000 W.
    650 W vs 1,000 W
  • 0.5 L smaller water tank
    This filter coffee machine has a smaller water tank than the average filter coffee machine (0.8 L vs 1.25 L). The average filter coffee machine has a 1.25 L tank.
    0.75 L vs 1.25 L
  • No start timer
    This filter coffee machine does not have a start timer, while the average filter coffee machine does. 51.9% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • 30.4% lower user score
    User score
    5.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.8, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 20% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models

    5.5

    Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 8.3 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    7.4

    Rating

    30%

    7.4

    Popularity

    5.5 vs 7.9
  • 4 cups smaller capacity
    This filter coffee machine has a smaller capacity than the average filter coffee machine (6 cups vs 10 cups). The average filter coffee machine holds 10 cups.
    6 cups vs 10 cups
  • 3 cm wider
    This filter coffee machine is wider than the average filter coffee machine (26 cm vs 23 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 23 cm wide.
    26 cm vs 23 cm
  • 13.4% worse value for money
    Sytech SY-DC9 has worse value for money than the average filter coffee machine (7.13 vs 8.1).
    7.13 vs 8.09
  • 30.4% lower user score
    User score
    5.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.8, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 20% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models

    5.5

    Mark 7.4 is below the typical mark 8.3 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    7.4

    Rating

    30%

    7.4

    Popularity

    5.5 vs 7.9
  • 13.4% worse value for money
    Sytech SY-DC9 has worse value for money than the average filter coffee machine (7.13 vs 8.1).
    7.13 vs 8.09
  • 350 W less power
    This filter coffee machine has a lower power rating than the average filter coffee machine (650 W vs 1000 W). The average filter coffee machine is rated at 1000 W.
    650 W vs 1,000 W
  • 0.5 L smaller water tank
    This filter coffee machine has a smaller water tank than the average filter coffee machine (0.8 L vs 1.25 L). The average filter coffee machine has a 1.25 L tank.
    0.75 L vs 1.25 L
  • 4 cups smaller capacity
    This filter coffee machine has a smaller capacity than the average filter coffee machine (6 cups vs 10 cups). The average filter coffee machine holds 10 cups.
    6 cups vs 10 cups
  • No start timer
    This filter coffee machine does not have a start timer, while the average filter coffee machine does. 51.9% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • 3 cm wider
    This filter coffee machine is wider than the average filter coffee machine (26 cm vs 23 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 23 cm wide.
    26 cm vs 23 cm

Third-party reviews

What we like about Sytech SY-DC9

  • Compact and lightweight design, making it a space-saver for small kitchens or offices
  • Prepares coffee quickly in just a few minutes with its 650W heating element
  • Features a handy anti-drip mechanism that allows pouring a cup mid-brew without messes
  • Includes a reusable and removable filter, eliminating the need for paper filters
  • Equipped with a non-stick hot plate that keeps coffee warm after brewing

What we don't like about Sytech SY-DC9

  • Small water tank capacity (0.75L / 4-6 cups), which is not ideal for larger households
  • Basic manual operation lacking advanced digital programming or timer settings
  • The glass carafe requires careful handling to prevent accidental damage
  • Does not include integrated bean grinding or milk frothing capabilities

Verdict

The Sytech SY-DC9 is a compact, electric drip American coffee maker engineered with a 650-watt power output and a 750 ml capacity, making it capable of brewing 4 to 6 cups of coffee in just a few minutes. Key characteristics include a sturdy glass carafe designed to preserve flavor, a smart drip system that ensures even water distribution for a rich aroma, and a non-stick heater plate to keep the beverage warm. For added convenience and efficiency, it boasts a reusable and removable filter mesh that eliminates the need for disposable paper alternatives, alongside a leak-proof anti-drip valve and an automatic power switch. On the downside, its manual on/off configuration lacks advanced programmable auto-start timers, and its smaller 750 ml reservoir may prove insufficient for larger gatherings or heavy commercial use.

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