Melitta100801 Optima Timer FCM, Plastic, 850 W, 1.2 liters, Black

The Melitta Filter Coffee Maker with Glass Pourer is a top-notch appliance that has been a reliable part of my daily routine for over a year, without any issues. It is very user-friendly, making it easy to use, clean, and maintain. The hot hold and timer function are incredibly convenient, ensuring that I can enjoy fresh, hot coffee whenever I want.The coffee maker's design is not only functional but also aesthetically pleasing with its sleek black finish and glass pourer. For its price, it offers excellent value, combining high performance with durability.If you're in the market for a dependable filter coffee maker, the Melitta Optima Timer is an exceptional choice that delivers on its promises

To say I love this coffee machine would be an understatement! It's easy to use, easy to clean and makes perfect coffee. It's quiet and quick to use and looks lovely in my kitchen.You do have to set the time in order to use it but as I'm consciously trying to eliminate appliances on standby I only have it on when needed. Occasionally my boyfriend has to leave for work in the early hours so for those occasions I leave it on overnight with the correct time and he has fresh coffee ready when he wakes up.On a daily basis I use the clock as more of a timer. I just press the minute button once so the time shows as 00:01 and 10 minutes later I have a pot of perfect coffee. The keep warm function is great, it goes up in 30 minute increments from 30 minutes to 2hrs with the button illuminated to show if it's still on. I have it set to keep warm for 2hrs and because of how I set the time I know if the light is off how long ago the keep warm ended and whether it's still ok without having to touch the pot.The pot is standard size so does 3 of my massive cups of coffee. I bought the Melitta coffee scoop at the same time, if you like strong coffee then 3 scoops is perfect for the pot.It's excellent value for money, the smell of fresh coffee is amazing.

Love this coffee maker ..bought as a replacement for a fancier machine which milk frother had broken .. I thought let's go back to a simpler machine .. sleek, shiny and a great brand ..easy to use and can with altering the settings keep hotplate on for 2 hrs ..coffee is great and there's a setting to turn it on so you can have hot coffee to wake up to ...this machine makes piping hot coffee which is amazing as too many machines never manage this .... I'm only giving this 4 stars and not 5 as fingers crossed it will last ... last machine lasted 8 months , if this goes to a year I'm hoping I will remember to change rating to 5 stars...

Easy to operate and quick to set up. Top up the water tank, add a filter & your favourite coffee last thing at night. One button press in the morning and after a few gentle bubbling and gurgling sounds you’ll have a wonderful jug off coffee to start the day. 3 tbsp scoops of filter coffee is spot on. We get just over 4 x 12oz mugs out of one jug, or a coffee with breakfast and one to go, each. The hot plate is nicely sealed and can be given a quick wipe. Everything else comes apart easily for washing including the lid of the jug. There is a clock but it needs to be kept plugged in to keep time. There’s also a timer if you’re a creature of habit. The filter basket swings out and has a removable inner basket in which you put your filter. Melitta also make filters, available in most supermarkets & Amazon. Unfortunately our local store only stocks one size. A little tip: if the filter is too large and brushing the top of the opening as you close it, fold the top edges over and then the top two corners so you have a kind of boat shape for a perfect fit. Failing to do this if the filter is too large could result in flooding. This is not a design flaw just something which can happen. Overall this is a tidy, nicely made coffee machine that doesn’t take up too much space and doesn’t break the bank. One cup is never enough for anyone who’s had a coffee made in this. We love it!

We've been subjecting this Melitta coffee machine to some rigorous testing for the past two months, averaging 3 to 4 cups a day, although sometimes it feels like I should just attach a caffeine IV drip to stay upright.Yes, it makes hot coffee. Actual hot coffee. Not the “barely warmed up, better down it fast before it goes tepid” stuff that cheaper machines throw at you as if you’ll be impressed. With this, you can actually take your time and still feel like you’re sipping something that’s not dead inside. So, no more putting your coffee in the old microwave every time you need a drinkable temperature.Taste Revolution? Now, here’s the brutal reality. I wondered if spending a bit more on a coffee machine (my last was a cheaper supermarket brand) would magically turn my coffee into some heavenly nectar, the kind that makes you close your eyes and see visions of Italian piazzas. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t. The taste is… exactly what you’d get from a budget machine, just a bit warmer. There’s no fairy dust, no flavour revelation; it’s coffee, but don’t expect it to make you question your life choices. If you were hoping for coffee that would change your outlook on life, look elsewhere (or just switch to vodka).This machine has a lovely little feature that keeps your coffee warm for two hours. Perfect if you, like me, lose track of time and end up going back to the coffee machine to microwave what remains of the previous brew, which is cold.I saw a few reviews claiming standard filters don’t fit. Rest assured, they absolutely do, so no need to go on some quest for niche filters with Melitta’s secret emblem on them. Supermarket filters fit just fine, so there’s no excuse to break down in the tea aisle.The Verdict: At the end of the day, this Melitta is a solid machine that brews coffee at a temperature that is actually hot. Is it going to awaken your senses and transport you to a higher plane? Not unless you’ve been drinking ditch water up until now. But if you just want hot, dependable coffee that you don’t have to microwave, it’s got you covered. No angels will sing, but at least you’ll have coffee. And sometimes, that’s all we need to get through the day—just mildly caffeinated and with minimal existential dread.