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Taylor Swoden Darcy review: 47 specs compared

Avg. price:~£35Cups capacity:12 cupsPower:950 WThermal insulated carafe:noIntegrated grinder:noTimer function:yes

Taylor Swoden Darcy Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 2 best-of lists to see how this product ranks in the American Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Taylor Swoden Darcy
8.2/10

Overall score

Score
8.2/ 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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★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

60%

7.8

Technical score

20%

9.1

User score

10%

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

10%

9.0

List score

★Better than 92% of American coffee machines
8.6

Value for money

Value for money
8.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 89% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

▲Better than 89%
7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 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
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components

40%

7.8

Brewing

30%

9.0

Convenience

10%

7.6

Carafe

10%

6.0

Maintenance

5%

8.0

Design

5%

4.0

Grinder

▲Better than 72%
?

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
9.1

User score

User score
9.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 94% of models

70%

8.7

Rating

30%

10

Popularity

★Better than 94%
9.0

List score

List score
9.0/ 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 (2)
List score: in 2 of 9 lists (22%)
★Better than 95%
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Technical Specifications of filter coffee machine Taylor Swoden Darcy

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 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
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components:

40%

7.8

Brewing

30%

9.0

Convenience

10%

7.6

Carafe

10%

6.0

Maintenance

5%

8.0

Design

5%

4.0

Grinder

7.8
Reviews score
7.7
User score
9.1
List score
9.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 89% of models
Score components:

70%

8.2

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

8.6
Power
950 W
Market range: <600 W – >1.4k W
This filter coffee machine is rated at 950 W, which is lower than 59.7% of filter coffee machines and equal to 2.4% of filter coffee machines.
Cups capacity
12 cups
Market range: <6 cups – >15 cups
This filter coffee machine holds 12 cups, which is more than 63.2% of filter coffee machines and equal to 21.6% of filter coffee machines.
Water tank capacity
1.5 L
Market range: <0.6 L – >1.5 L
This filter coffee machine has a 1.5 L water tank, which is larger than 83.1% of filter coffee machines and equal to 10.9% 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
yes
This filter coffee machine has a start timer. 48.4% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Display
yes
This filter coffee machine has a display. 52.3% 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
40 min
Market range: <5 min – >40 min
This filter coffee machine shuts off after 40 min, which is longer than 38% of filter coffee machines and equal to 56.8% of filter coffee machines.
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
yes
This filter coffee machine has an automatic cleaning cycle. 84% 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
yes
This filter coffee machine has a removable filter holder. 0.6% of filter coffee machines offer this.
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, stainless steel
Width
23 cm
Market range: <17 cm – >30 cm
This filter coffee machine is 23 cm wide, which is narrower than 50% of filter coffee machines and as wide as 4.5% of filter coffee machines.
Depth
16.8 cm
Market range: <16 cm – >28 cm
This filter coffee machine is 16.8 cm deep, which is shallower than 85.3% of filter coffee machines.
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Taylor Swoden Darcy vs the average filter coffee machine

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  • 0.25 L larger water tank
    This filter coffee machine has a larger water tank than the average filter coffee machine (1.5 L vs 1.25 L). The average filter coffee machine has a 1.25 L tank.
    1.5 L vs 1.25 L
  • 2 cups larger capacity
    This filter coffee machine has a larger capacity than the average filter coffee machine (12 cups vs 10 cups). The average filter coffee machine holds 10 cups.
    12 cups vs 10 cups
  • Supports digital display
    This filter coffee machine has a display, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 47.9% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • Supports self-cleaning
    This filter coffee machine has an automatic cleaning cycle, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 16.3% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • 4.7 cm shallower
    This filter coffee machine is shallower than the average filter coffee machine (16.8 cm vs 21.5 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 21.5 cm deep.
    16.8 cm vs 21.5 cm
  • 23.8% smaller volume
    This filter coffee machine has a smaller body volume than the average filter coffee machine (12558 cm3 vs 16478 cm3). The average filter coffee machine has a volume of 16478 cm3.
    12,558 cm3 vs 16,478 cm3
  • 15.2% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ★ Better than 94% of models

    70%

    8.7

    Rating

    30%

    10

    Popularity

    9.1 vs 7.9
  • 6.6% better value for money
    Taylor Swoden Darcy has better value for money than the average filter coffee machine (8.62 vs 8.1).
    8.62 vs 8.09
  • 15.2% higher user score
    User score
    9.1/ 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
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ★ Better than 94% of models

    70%

    8.7

    Rating

    30%

    10

    Popularity

    9.1 vs 7.9
  • 6.6% better value for money
    Taylor Swoden Darcy has better value for money than the average filter coffee machine (8.62 vs 8.1).
    8.62 vs 8.09
  • 4.7% higher list score
    List score
    9.0/ 10
    ✕
    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 (2)
    List score: in 2 of 9 lists (22%)
    9.0 vs 8.6
  • 0.25 L larger water tank
    This filter coffee machine has a larger water tank than the average filter coffee machine (1.5 L vs 1.25 L). The average filter coffee machine has a 1.25 L tank.
    1.5 L vs 1.25 L
  • 2 cups larger capacity
    This filter coffee machine has a larger capacity than the average filter coffee machine (12 cups vs 10 cups). The average filter coffee machine holds 10 cups.
    12 cups vs 10 cups
  • Supports digital display
    This filter coffee machine has a display, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 47.9% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • 4.7 cm shallower
    This filter coffee machine is shallower than the average filter coffee machine (16.8 cm vs 21.5 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 21.5 cm deep.
    16.8 cm vs 21.5 cm
  • 23.8% smaller volume
    This filter coffee machine has a smaller body volume than the average filter coffee machine (12558 cm3 vs 16478 cm3). The average filter coffee machine has a volume of 16478 cm3.
    12,558 cm3 vs 16,478 cm3
  • 1 cm lower height
    This filter coffee machine is shorter than the average filter coffee machine (32.5 cm vs 33.5 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 33.5 cm tall.
    32.5 cm vs 33.5 cm
  • 12.6% lighter
    This filter coffee machine is lighter than the average filter coffee machine (1.8 kg vs 2.06 kg). The average filter coffee machine weighs 2.06 kg.
    1.8 kg vs 2.06 kg
  • Supports self-cleaning
    This filter coffee machine has an automatic cleaning cycle, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 16.3% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • 50 W less power
    This filter coffee machine has a lower power rating than the average filter coffee machine (950 W vs 1000 W). The average filter coffee machine is rated at 1000 W.
    950 W vs 1,000 W
  • 2 cm shorter cable
    This filter coffee machine has a shorter power cable than the average filter coffee machine (78 cm vs 80 cm). The average filter coffee machine has a cable of 80 cm.
    78 cm vs 80 cm
  • 40% more expensive
    Taylor Swoden Darcy is more expensive than the average filter coffee machine (£35 vs £25).
    £35 vs £25
  • 40% more expensive
    Taylor Swoden Darcy is more expensive than the average filter coffee machine (£35 vs £25).
    £35 vs £25
  • 50 W less power
    This filter coffee machine has a lower power rating than the average filter coffee machine (950 W vs 1000 W). The average filter coffee machine is rated at 1000 W.
    950 W vs 1,000 W
  • 2 cm shorter cable
    This filter coffee machine has a shorter power cable than the average filter coffee machine (78 cm vs 80 cm). The average filter coffee machine has a cable of 80 cm.
    78 cm vs 80 cm

Third-party reviews

What we like about Taylor Swoden Darcy

  • Excellent value for the price
  • Easy to use and program up to 24 hours in advance
  • Brewing speed is fast and efficient
  • Coffee flavor and aroma are well-extracted, especially when using the 'Strong' setting
  • Comes with a convenient reusable permanent filter
  • Self-cleaning indicator and reminder light make maintenance simple
  • Anti-drip pause and serve feature works well for mid-brew pouring
  • Clear instructions and easy-to-read LCD screen

What we don't like about Taylor Swoden Darcy

  • Carafe can leak or create a mess if coffee is poured too quickly
  • The lid on the glass carafe feels somewhat loose
  • Maintains a high brewing temperature, making the coffee too hot for some preferences
  • Lacks an audible alert tone or beep to signify when brewing is finished
  • The display backlight/indicator light can be overly bright or disruptive
  • Keep-warm hot plate only stays active for 40 minutes before automatic shutoff

Verdict

The Taylor Swoden Darcy is a 950-watt programmable American drip coffee machine featuring a 1.5-liter capacity that brews up to 12 cups of coffee using ground coffee beans. Operating on a 220-240V system and measuring 23 x 16.8 x 32.5 cm, it includes key technical highlights such as an advanced showerhead water distribution system, a 24-hour digital programmable timer, a "STRONG" flavor adjustment mode, a dedicated one-click self-cleaning cycle reminder, a visible water gauge, and a 30-second "Pause & Serve" anti-drip system. Its primary pros include a removable, eco-friendly permanent filter that eliminates the need for paper replacements, a fast brewing cycle, and a convenient non-stick hot plate that automatically keeps coffee warm for up to 40 minutes before triggering an auto-shutoff safety feature. On the downside, the machine lacks an optimized small-batch setting or single-cup brewing option, its physical water reservoir cannot be detached for easier sink refills, and the heating plate automatically shuts off after a relatively brief 40 minutes.

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