Cuisinart DCC-3200P1 14-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker – Hotter, Bolder, Smarter
Craft your perfect cup every morning with the Cuisinart DCC-3200P1 drip coffee maker. Featuring brew strength control, 1–4 cup setting, and a sleek 14-cup glass carafe, this programmable machine combines style, capacity, and functionality. Made with a stainless-steel body and intuitive controls, it’s the ultimate choice for homes and offices alike.
- Hotter Coffee Technology: Expertly engineered to deliver hotter coffee without compromising flavor or aroma.
- Brew Strength Control: Choose between regular or bold for customized flavor intensity in every brew.
- Fully Automatic Convenience: 24-hour programmability, self-cleaning, and auto shut-off (0–4 hrs).
- 14-Cup Carafe: Elegant glass carafe with stainless steel handle – perfect for large households or gatherings.
- Ease of Use: Water window for accurate filling; Brew Pause™ lets you grab a cup before brewing is complete.
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cuisinart |
| Model | DCC-3200P1 |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Dimensions | 12 x 12 x 12 in (30.5 x 30.5 x 30.5 cm) |
| Carafe Capacity | 14 Cups (approx. 2.1 L) |
| Coffee Maker Type | Drip Coffee Machine |
| Special Features | Programmable, Brew Strength Control, Auto Shut-Off, Water Filter |
| Additional Features | Brew Pause™, LCD Display, Gold-Tone Filter, Charcoal Water Filter |
DoorMats Verdict: A best-in-class drip coffee solution for both bold-flavor fans and early risers, complete with intuitive programmability and elegant design.
- This one has to go first: the lid of the carafe pot is SNAP ON. It doesn't have a hinge. If you want to clean the pot you take the entire lid off. If you refill it with a fridge dispenser, the lid has to be entirely removed. I really, really hate this. Despise even. Here's why:
You better not forget to put that lid back on the pot. You're about to go to bed, maybe you're half awake, I forgot to put the lid on when I put the pot back on the unit. In the morning I came out to a disaster, the coffee couldn't drain into the pot because it needs the lid to push the drain open. It overflowed inside the machine. I had coffee grounds in every crevice of the machine. I had to unplug it, wash everything out. I replaced the filter because it was brown now. THE LID SHOULD STAY ATTACHED ON A HINGE LIKE EVERY OTHER COFFEE POT.
And how many times can I remove the lid and snap it back on until it wears down and the lid won't stay on without being held in place as I pour?
---- Doesn't leak (so far) ----
- I've seen the other reviews about leaks. I've only had it 2 weeks but it doesn't "leak" that I've seen. The evaporated water does collect under the top lid, will remain there, and will drip down the back of the unit when you open the lid to clean and/or refill. It's not much but it requires a quick wipe every once in a while. That's a bad design but not a reason not to get this unit.
---- Temperature ----
- On the hottest setting, the coffee temp is very hot. I can drink it immediately after pouring it, that's a deal breaker for me. It has low and medium settings if you're not like me.
---- Coffee ready tone ----
- I've tried both settings and the unit doesn't make a sound when the coffee is done. Some people don't want a beep or anything, I do. I'm not returning it over this, but it's annoying I can't have the coffee done beep.
---- Speed ----
- This is not a fast brewer, especially on bold which is expected to some extent. I timed it at 20 minutes on a full pot for bold. You can set it earlier to be ready when you want it to be, but just be aware: if you're trying to make a quick pot before flying out the door, it's not happening if you didn't time it or need to leave earlier than expected.
---- Programming ----
- Setting the clock and auto timer is a bit clunky. You hold the button to set the timer, sometimes it goes to the start time clock and blinks, sometimes it doesn't and you try again. I got the hang of it, but it doesn't seem consistent. Not worth returning over.
Overall I'm happy with it for the most part. I hate the lid. So much. And the drip behind the machine is certainly annoying as others have pointed out.