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Best Cuisinart Coffee Makers: Which Is Right for You?

5. Cuisinart SS-15 Maker Coffee Center

Two coffee makers in one package: a single serve and an automatic drip

Cup capacity: 12 cups | Size: 14.7 x 11.3 x 8.9 inches | Features: Brews 6-, 8- and 10-ounce ounce cups; brews a 12-cup carafe; programmable; permanent filter; bold setting; adjustable carafe coffee temperature; adjustable automatic shut-off (up to 4 hours); clean alert and cycle; charcoal water filter

The Cuisinart SS-15 Maker Coffee Center is designed to give you lots of choices with just one machine. For those days when you need a single cup to wake you up before you drive the kids to school, there’s a single-cup brewer that works with K-cups or your own reusable coffee filter. You even have your choice of 3 different cup sizes so you can down a small dose at home or take a travel mug with you. This Cuisinart can also deliver a 12-cup carafe that’s great  for when you’re hosting a weekend brunch or book club meeting.

While you are getting two appliances in one, the SS-15 does cost twice as much as and take up more counter space than most single-function brewers. Before you shell out big bucks and clear counter space, make sure you really need the double functionality.