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Black+Decker 12-Cup Grind and Brew review: 75 specs compared

Avg. price:~£?Type:?Water Container Capacity:1.440 LPump Pressure:N/A barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:yesAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Black+Decker 12-Cup Grind and Brew Review: Compare 75 technical specifications and 2 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Black+Decker 12-Cup Grind and Brew
7.1/10

Overall score

Score
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists, owners and ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 45%, Reviews score 20%, List score 15%, Sentiment score 10%, User 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

45%

6.8

Technical score

20%

6.8

Reviews score

15%

?

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

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

8.8

User score

â–²Better than 65% of coffee machines
?

Value for money

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

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

?

Price

Price not known yet
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 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 45% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components

35%

7.8

Performance

25%

4.7

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.7

Features

15%

8.2

Design

â–²Better than 71%
6.8

Reviews score

Reviews score
6.8/ 10
✕
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 20% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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6.8

Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.1 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

80%

8.3

Average grade

20%

6.5

Popularity

Grades by review (2)
2 videos, average 8.5/10. We use 3 reviews; the 1 missing counts as the category's typical 8.3: (8.5 × 2 + 8.3 × 1) ÷ 3 = 8.4. Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
â–¼Worse than 66%
8.8

User score

User score
8.8/ 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 10% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 76% of models

70%

8.4

Rating

30%

9.7

Popularity

â–²Better than 76%
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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 15% 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.
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Where to buy
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Best rankings
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Black+Decker 12-Cup Grind and Brew

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 10
✕
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 45% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 71% of models
Score components:

35%

7.8

Performance

25%

4.7

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.7

Features

15%

8.2

Design

6.8
Reviews score
6.8
User score
8.8
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the coffee machine's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a coffee machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 92% of models
Score components:

70%

7.1

Overall score

30%

?

Price

8.0
Power
?
Water Container Capacity
1.44 L
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1.44 L in its water tank, which is larger than 59.5% of coffee machines.
Pump Pressure
N/A
Heating Time
?
Heating System
?
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Type
?
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
This coffee machine accepts ground coffee. 48% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
Works with ESE Pods
no
This coffee machine does not accept ESE pods. 20.4% of coffee machines accept ESE pods.
Works with Capsules
no
This coffee machine does not accept coffee capsules. 32.2% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
Capsule System
N/A
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Water Level Indicator
?
Water Filter
no
This coffee machine does not have a water filter. 30% of coffee machines have a water filter.
Descaling Program
?
Cleaning Alert
no
This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed. 61.1% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
This coffee machine does not clean its milk circuit automatically. 18.3% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
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Built-in Installation
no
Color
?
Vintage Look
no
This coffee machine does not have vintage styling. 10.6% of coffee machines have this look.
Housing Material
?
Drip Tray Material
?
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Black+Decker 12-Cup Grind and Brew vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • Has a built-in coffee grinder
    This coffee machine has a built-in coffee grinder, while the average coffee machine does not. 30.7% of coffee machines have one.
  • Has a touchscreen
    This coffee machine has a touchscreen, while the average coffee machine does not. 12.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
  • 0.19 L larger water tank
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.4 L vs 1.25 L).
    1.440 L vs 1.25 L
  • 4.9% better value for money
    Black+Decker 12-Cup Grind and Brew has better value for money than the average coffee machine (7.98 vs 7.6).
    7.98 vs 7.61
  • 15.8% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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 10% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 76% of models

    70%

    8.4

    Rating

    30%

    9.7

    Popularity

    8.8 vs 7.6
  • 4.9% better value for money
    Black+Decker 12-Cup Grind and Brew has better value for money than the average coffee machine (7.98 vs 7.6).
    7.98 vs 7.61
  • 15.8% higher user score
    User score
    8.8/ 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 10% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 76% of models

    70%

    8.4

    Rating

    30%

    9.7

    Popularity

    8.8 vs 7.6
  • Has a built-in coffee grinder
    This coffee machine has a built-in coffee grinder, while the average coffee machine does not. 30.7% of coffee machines have one.
  • 0.19 L larger water tank
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.4 L vs 1.25 L).
    1.440 L vs 1.25 L
  • Has a touchscreen
    This coffee machine has a touchscreen, while the average coffee machine does not. 12.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
  • No cleaning alerts
    This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed, while the average coffee machine does. 61% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
  • Fixed cup clearance
    This coffee machine does not have adjustable cup clearance, while the average coffee machine does. 67.5% of coffee machines have this feature.
  • No hot water dispenser
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 50.5% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
  • 8.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.8/ 10
    ✕
    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 20% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models

    6.8

    Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.1 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    6.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (2)
    2 videos, average 8.5/10. We use 3 reviews; the 1 missing counts as the category's typical 8.3: (8.5 × 2 + 8.3 × 1) ÷ 3 = 8.4. Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    6.8 vs 7.4
  • 8.1% lower review score
    Reviews score
    6.8/ 10
    ✕
    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 20% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models

    6.8

    Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.1 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    80%

    8.3

    Average grade

    20%

    6.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (2)
    2 videos, average 8.5/10. We use 3 reviews; the 1 missing counts as the category's typical 8.3: (8.5 × 2 + 8.3 × 1) ÷ 3 = 8.4. Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
    Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
    6.8 vs 7.4
  • No hot water dispenser
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 50.5% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
  • No cleaning alerts
    This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed, while the average coffee machine does. 61% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
  • Fixed cup clearance
    This coffee machine does not have adjustable cup clearance, while the average coffee machine does. 67.5% of coffee machines have this feature.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
Just A Dad Approved
≈ estimated
17/06/2022
Hands-on review: brew test and cleaning
Verdict
Black+Decker 12-Cup Grind and Brew is a very good coffee maker that is easy to clean and pours smoothly, and the reviewer is happy with it.
9.0
Just A Dad Approved
≈ estimated
05/09/2021
Detailed review: unboxing, brewing and programming tests
Verdict
Black+Decker 12-Cup Grind and Brew earns a recommendation, best bought on sale or used given its somewhat cheap feel.
8.0
TrainsByS&C
≈ estimated
05/01/2015
Hands-on review: brew test and cleaning
Verdict
Black+Decker 12-Cup Grind and Brew is recommended for buyers looking for a new coffee maker, though the bean dose seemed a bit high.
Overview video
Overview video

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Black+Decker 12-Cup Grind and Brew

  • It grinds and brews in one cycle, with no separate grinder needed.
  • A touch screen controls it, which is uncommon for this type of machine.
  • A full pot takes about five to six minutes in tests.
  • The 1.44 L water tank is removable, so filling is simple.
  • Dishwasher-safe parts make cleaning less of a chore.
  • The carafe pours smoothly.

What customers don't like about Black+Decker 12-Cup Grind and Brew

  • Only a gold mesh filter comes with it.
  • A few grounds can end up at the bottom of the carafe.
  • It feels a little cheap in the hand.
  • The recommended amount of beans seems a bit high.
  • The pre-ground setting may brew a little coarser.

Verdict

Fresh coffee in the morning, with no separate grinder, is the point of the Black+Decker 12-Cup Grind and Brew. Beans go in, and the machine grinds and brews in one cycle. The touch screen is less common on machines like this, and it can be programmed. In tests a full pot took about five to six minutes. The 1.44 L water tank is removable and the reservoir is see-through, so checking the level takes a second. The trade-off is the filter and the feel. It comes with a gold mesh filter only, a few grounds can end up at the bottom of the carafe, and it feels a little cheap in the hand. It suits a household that wants freshly ground coffee in quantity and does not mind rinsing a filter.

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