Over the years, we’ve reviewed loads of different coffee makers. But we have a soft spot for basic drip machines that are easy to use and make great coffee. As we combed the internet for the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, we noticed that one of our winningest coffee makers, the OXO Brew 9-Cup Coffee Maker, is discounted by 20%. It’s always a smart buy, but right now is the best time to pick one up—whether you’re looking for holiday gifts or just want to replace your old coffee maker.
The OXO Brew 9-Cup Coffee Maker
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After testing 16 drip coffee makers, we came away with a few key findings. To earn a spot on our winners’ list, a coffee maker had to be well designed, with high marks not just for convenience but for truly excellent coffee. (All of the winners in our review are SCA certified.) The OXO 9-Cup Coffee Maker was an outstanding example by these standards, with a showerhead made to thoroughly and evenly saturate grounds during the bloom cycle. We noted during brewing that water was distributed in spurts instead of a continuous stream—similar to a manual pour-over. And its average brew time was a very respectable 6 minutes and 40.5 seconds.
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But plenty of coffee makers we tested make good-tasting coffee. What sets the OXO 9-Cup apart is the extra features. This machine also topped our review of programmable coffee makers. A desired brew time can be set with an easy-to-navigate dial, and the screen displays the time.
Another key feature is its insulated carafe, which earned it yet another winning spot in our review of coffee makers with thermal carafes. The OXO kept coffee pleasantly warm and fresh-tasting for an hour, with none of the burnt or acrid flavors common in coffee makers with glass carafes and hot plates. We also liked that it held a smidge more coffee than another winning machine, the OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker—and not just because we love caffeine. The fuller a carafe is, the longer the coffee will stay hot!
We’ve recommended OXO products, including the OXO 9-Cup for years. It’s well-designed, durable, and reliable—qualities you shouldn’t compromise on when it comes to your morning beverage. Because the Brew 9-Cup Coffee Maker is on sale for 20% off (priced at $184, down from $230), now is the best time to pick one up for yourself or a coffee lover on your gift list. But hurry—Cyber Monday deals will be over long before the coffee gets cold!
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What are the best Cyber Monday coffee maker deals?
Many of OXO’s brewers are around 20% off for Black Friday. (We also love the brand’s 8-Cup Coffee Maker.) For even more Cyber Monday deals, including coffee gear, check out our full list of tested, discounted equipment here.
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- Rochelle Bilow is an editor at Serious Eats. Previously, she worked at Bon Appétit and Cooking Light magazines.
- Rochelle is a culinary school graduate and former line cook.
- At Serious Eats, we rigorously test kitchen equipment, and regularly update our reviews with additional tested insights.
