Top 13 Best 12 Cup Coffee Makers in 2024

Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted

DUAL COFFEE MAKER: Grounds and pods coffee system with 9 grounds brew sizes (Small Cup, Cup, XL Cup, Travel Mug, XL Travel Mug, ¼ Carafe, ½ Carafe, ¾ Carafe, or Full Carafe) in addition to 4 traditional pod brew sizes (6, 8, 10, or 12 oz.).

4 BREW STYLES: Select Classic, Rich, Over Ice or Specialty for your grounds or coffee pods.

SPECIALTY BREWS: Brew a super-rich coffee concentrate that you can use to create delicious lattes, macchiatos, cappuccinos, and other coffeehouse-style drinks.

INDEPENDENT HOT WATER SYSTEM: Reservoir has a separate hot water dispenser from the coffee dispenser. With 2 temperature settings (Hot and Boil), you can make instant soups, oatmeal, or hot cocoa.

BUILT-IN, FOLD-AWAY FROTHER: Turns hot or cold milk/milk alternative into silky-smooth froth. Removable for easy cleaning.

MULTI-POSITION WATER RESERVOIR: Allows you to position the 60-oz. reservoir on the side or rear of the machine to fit your space, plus it is removable for easy refilling.

THERMAL FLAVOR EXTRACTION DUO: Delivers perfect flavor for grounds and pods with even saturation and precise temperature control for ultra-flavorful coffee.

EASY TO CLEAN: Clean function, dishwasher-safe parts, and removable Ninja pod adapter allow you to easily deep clean your unit..WHAT’S INCLUDED: DualBrew Pro Coffee System, Ninja Pod Adapter, 12-Cup Glass Carafe, Fold-Away Frother, Paper Filter Kit, 60-oz. Removable Water Reservoir with Independent Hot Water Dispenser & Ninja Smart Scoop.

Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted

SINGLE-SERVE: Enjoy three serving sizes – 6 ounces, 8 ounces, or 10 ounces – compatible with any brand of single cup pod including Keurig K-Cup pods with an optional reusable filter cup so you can use your own coffee through our HomeBarista elite Cuisinart features

SUPERIOR FUNCTIONALITY: Our single-serve brewer has a 40oz removable water reservoir that complements its charcoal water filter and removable drip tray for travel mugs – enjoy energy save mode when you’ve finished your brewing cycle

CARAFE BREWER: Serve up to 12 cups of coffee at once with our glass carafe coffee maker featuring a stainless-steel handle and body with fully automatic features – 24-hour brew start, self-clean, adjustable auto-off, and ready alert system

MUST-HAVE FEATURES: Our 12-cup coffee brewer allows you to control your brew strength so you can boast light to strong coffee flavor as well as adjust your carafe water temperature that runs through its charcoal water filter

SIMPLIFY YOUR MORNING: Fill your tank with ease featuring our easy-view water window and pour a cup before your brew cycle ends with our Brew Pause feature

Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted

What’s in the box: 12 cup thermal carafe and mesh reusable ground coffee filter included with your brewer

Brew a cup and a carafe: Use both ground coffee and k cup pods

Strong brew: Brew a stronger, more intense single cup and carafe

Multiple brew sizes: Brew a 6, 8, 10, or 12 cup carafe and a 6, 8, 10, or 12 ounce cup

Multi position 60 ounce; Water reservoir: Can be positioned to the right, left, or along the back of the brewer to optimize counter space

12 cup thermal carafe: Included with your brewer and keeps coffee warm for upto 2 hours

Programmable carafe auto-brew: Program your coffee maker to automatically brew a carafe upto 24 hours in advance.

Pause & pour: Automatically pauses your Coffee maker mid brew for 20 seconds, allowing the carafe to be poured

Smart start: Your Coffee maker heats, then brews in1 simple process. No need to wait for it to heat before selecting your cup size.

Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted

BREW STRENGTH CONTROL: Select regular or bold coffee flavor to perfectly match your coffee taste preference

FULLY AUTOMATIC COFFEE BREWER: 24-hour programmability with 1–4 cup settings, auto-off functionality—0-4 hours—and optional ready alert tone

12-CUP THERMAL CARAFE: Includes decorative stainless-steel handle with matching stainless-steel body to perfectly pair with your kitchen appliances

FILL WITH EASE: Easy-to-view water window for accurate filling and Cuisinart’s trademarked Brew Pause feature lets you enjoy a cup of coffee before the brewing cycle has finished

Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted

Satisfaction in every cup: With Braun’s innovative pure flavor system, your coffee is made at the right temperature and the right brewing time to extract the best coffee flavor and aroma.

Keep the flavor inside: The unique carafe lid seals in the fresh flavor by minimizing air exposure and the anti-drip system lets you pour with precision – any time during the brewing cycle.

Easy operation: The digital control panel buttons are displayed in the same way you read – from left to right. No Anti-slip handle for easy and convenient pouring

Control at your fingertips: Regular or bold, the strength function allows you to personalize each pot, just the way you like it.

Wake up to a fresh pot: Reliable clock with a fully automatic 24-hour programmable timer means your much-needed first cup of coffee will be waiting for you when you want it.

Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted

Pure Flavor Brewing System- Consistent great flavor from the first to last drop

Fully Programmable- 24-hour clock, auto-on/off and 1 - 4 cup functions

Bold Strength Selector- Allows you to enjoy your coffee regular or bold - just the way you like it

Extra Large Digital Display - User-friendly control panel with LED indicators and easy-to-read buttons

Consists of lcd display. Parts are dishwasher safe. Anti-Drip System - Lets you pause and pour mid-brew with virtually no mess

Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted

Customizable Brewing Options - Drink your favorite coffee every morning using features like the brew strength selector and the option for small-batch (1-4 cup*) brewing that maintains all the flavor of a full brew

Evenstream Showerhead - The Evenstream Showerhead dispenses water evenly over the packed coffee, extracting maximum flavor and wasting less

No-Drip Perfect Pour Spout - Don’t put up with annoying spills, the carafe spout is designed to prevent spills and drips while pouring

Wide-Mouth Carafe Opening - The carafe is designed with a wide opening for fast, easy cleanup with a damp towel. The washable brew basket can easily be removed and washed after brewing, and is top rack dishwasher safe

Note Cup equals approximately 5 oz (varies by brewing technique)

Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted

LARGE CAPACITY : Brew up to 12 cups of coffee (60 fl oz) the perfect size for multiple coffee lovers at home or entertaining guests

PROGRAMMABLE SETTINGS : Features an intuitive control panel with a digital clock to auto-start brewing in the morning (up to 24 hours) and choose a custom duration for the auto Keep Warm feature (up to 4 hours)

CUSTOMIZABLE FLAVOR : Choose from 3 coffee strength profiles (Mild, Medium, Bold) to suit your personal taste or "Small Batch" mode for preparing small servings

"FLAVOR-MIX" SYSTEM : Carafe features an inner tube that balances the coffee inside the pot for optimal flavor from the first to last drop

SUSTAINABLE BREWING : Includes a permanent, mesh coffee filter to hold your grinds - no pods or paper filters required

WATER TANK WINDOW : Easily fill to your desired coffee level without having to pre-measure the water

EVERYTHING INCLUDED : Comes with a dishwasher-safe 12-cup glass carafe, reusable permanent coffee filter, (compatible with #2 paper filters), and measuring spoon

Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted

Classic or Rich, each brew is flavorful and never bitter with custom brew strengths

Hotter brewing technology: Advanced boiler for a perfectly hot cup of coffee

Wake up to hot coffee. 24-hour programmable delay brew allows you to prepare your brew up to a day in advance

Keep coffee fresh and flavorful up to 4 hours with the adjustable warming plate

Conveniently carry the 60-oz. removable water reservoir to your sink for easy filling. Dishwasher-safe parts: Yes

Material type: Plastic

Included Components: Permanent Filter

Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted

Make consistently great-tasting Coffee with the Mr. Coffee easy measure 12-cup programmable Coffee maker, featuring an easy color-coded measuring system for the right amount of Coffee grounds and water, every time

The easy measure Coffee maker also improves taste using a 2-step advanced water filtration system to reduce impurities in water, so Coffee tastes better: stage 1 uses activated carbon to reduce up to 97 percentage of chlorine and provide particle filtration, while stage 2 uses ion exchange resin to reduce calcium

"Blooming" makes it easy to get the fullest flavor in every cup by automatically presoaking the Coffee grounds for 30 seconds before brewing, releasing carbon dioxide

Other great features include a 4-hour freshness indicator so you can avoid stale Coffee, brew now and brew later options for Coffee when you want it, Grab-a-cup auto Pause so you can grab a cup before the brewing finishes, a gold-tone reusable filter, a large brew basket that holds 25 percentage more grounds than comparable Mr. Coffee 12-cup Coffee makers tested, an extra-long 4-hour auto shut-off, and a convenient automatic clean cycle to help maintain quality taste

1 Year limited

Easily fill from the front. The FrontFill water reservoir and swing-open brew basket provide easy access under cabinets, so it's simpler to add water and coffee grounds. The swing-out brew basket opens from the front and is designed for easy cleaning.

Wake-up ready coffee with easy-touch programming. It's easy to program the coffee maker and clock. Use Easy-Touch programming to set the Hamilton Beach coffee maker up to 24 hours ahead so hot coffee is ready in the morning when you wake up.

Auto shutoff. This drip coffee maker automatically shuts off after 2 hours for peace of mind. Never worry about leaving home with the coffee maker on again.

Customize brew strength. Use the Select-a-Brew brew-strength selector on the programmable coffee maker to set your coffee's brew strength to match your preference or mood. Choose regular, bold or 1-4 cup options.

Know when it's time to clean. The coffee maker gives you cleaning reminders to let you know when it’s time to run the self-cleaning cycle. Fits Hamilton Beach 80674R water filters (sold separately).

Note: 1)Too coarse a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2)It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount and reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted

Note: 1) Too coarse of a grind, too little coffee, or insufficiently tamping the grounds before brewing can all lead to inadequate pressure for a proper brew. 2) It is important to note that the amount of espresso extracted will vary depending on the grind size and amount. Reprogramming may be needed when the size and amount are adjusted

Grab-a-Cup Auto Pause lets you grab a cup before brewing is finished

Lift and Clean Filter Basket for fast and easy clean up

Programmable LED Display

Easy to view Water Window allows you to see the exact water level for no overflows

“Keep Hot” Carafe Plate: The nonstick carafe plate keeps coffee warm for up to two hours after brewing is complete, with a useful “time since brewed” timer shown on the display

QuickTouch Programming: Large, easy-press buttons make it easy to set the clock and program the 24-hour auto brew function. Plus, the seamless control panel wipes clean in no time

Brew Strength Selector: Choose regular or strong for full carafes, or the 1-4 cup option

Auto Clean System: Flush out the inner workings to keep the coffeemaker working like new