Ninja CE251 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker
4.3Aikins Score•Ninja
The verdict
The Ninja CE251 is the best budget coffee maker, offering reliable performance and great-tasting coffee at a very affordable price.
Read the full reviewWhat we love
- +Brews the hottest and best-tasting coffee among budget machines.
- +Easy to program and use, with a removable water reservoir for convenient filling.
- +Multiple brew strength options (Classic and Rich) for customization.
- +Great value at under $100.
Worth noting
- –Screw-on carafe lid is less convenient than flip-top lids.
- –Build quality and longevity may not match pricier models; some reports of issues after 2 years.
- –Brew time of about 13 minutes is slower than some competitors.
How it scored
Aikins Score4.3
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At a glance
Capacity60 oz (12 cups)
Brew timeapprox. 13 minutes
ProgrammableYes (timer, auto-shutoff)
Carafe typeGlass with hot plate
Aikins Score8.6 / 10
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