1,450-watt single-serve coffeemaker uses premeasured coffee pods Brews one or two 4-ounce cups or an 8-ounce mug in under 60 seconds 20-ounce water reservoir; simple pushbutton controls; 2 pod holders included Automatic shutoff after an hour; dishwasher-safe removable parts Measures 13-1/2 by 12 by 8-1/2 inches;Includes $20 Value Bonus Gourmet Coffee Kit
Uniquely designed, this coffeemaker brews a single serving of fresh gourmet coffee at the touch of a button. Because the machine uses premeasured coffee pods, the system is hassle-free, is easy to clean, and guarantees a flavorful, fresh brew each time.
Measuring 13-1/2 by 12 by 8-1/2 inches, the coffeemaker is shaped like a curved cylinder with a round base. Two pod holders are included: a shallow holder that holds one coffee pod for one cup, and a deeper filter that holds two pods for two cups (or one 8-ounce mug). After filling the removable reservoir with fresh water to the "max" line, the pods are inserted and the lid locked into place. A simple push of the "on/off" button and either of the one- or two-cup buttons starts the brewing process. Up to five 4-ounce cups can be brewed on one reservoir of water. Cups are not included, but almost any 4-ounce cup or 8-ounce mug will do the trick. All the removable parts--the pod holders, reservoir, coffee spout, plastic drip tray, and metal cup tray--are dishwasher-safe. The coffeemaker carries a two-year limited warranty and a variety of coffee pods are available separately. Also, Senseo was awarded the ChefsBest award for best performing single-serve coffee appliance. The ChefsBest Award for Performance is awarded to the brand rated highest overall among leading brands by independent professional chefs. --Ann Bieri
From the Manufacturer
The Senseo coffeemaker combines an integrated brewing system from Philips Electronics with high quality coffee pods from Sara Lee’s Douwe Egberts brand, one of Europe’s premiere coffee brands for more than 250 years, to create a perfect cup of coffee. The result of over 7 years of research and development, this coffeemaker brews a consistent, balanced cup of coffee each time with a unique frothy coffee layer. Brewing a sensational cup of fresh, gourmet coffee every time, at the touch of a button, the Senseo is perfect for coffee lovers of all varieties.
The Senseo's mild pressure system heats water to 205 degrees fahrenheit in a boiler consistently every time. Via the mild pressure system, the heated water is forced through the machine and is evenly distributed over the pre-measured coffee pod(s.) Exiting through a pinhole in the pod tray, the newly brewed Senseo coffee is projected into the base of the patented "frothing chamber" where it is lightly aerated to produce the frothy coffee layer. The machine brews at 1.2 bars. Espresso machines typically brew at 9 bars or higher and drip brewers do not use pressure. The machine then distributes either individual or double servings of gourmet Senseo coffee simultaneously--the whole process taking on average only 45 seconds.
Easy to Use, Flavorful Results
The Senseo is simple to use--start by filling the handy removable reservoir up to the "max" line. Then, insert the pods you are using, and lock the lid into place. Next, push the "on/off" button and the brewing process begins with either one or two cups. You can brew up to five 4-ounce cups on a single reservoir of water. To make clean up easy, the removable parts, including pod holders, reservoir, coffee spout, plastic drip tray, and metal cup tray, are dishwasher-safe.
Senseo offers a varied selection of blends and flavors. In addition to the first four original blends, Mild, Medium, Dark, and Decaffeinated, you can also choose from Paris Vanilla Bistro, Killarney Irish Creamery, Vienna Hazelnut Waltz, Senseo Sumatra, and Senseo Cappuccino. Senseo Cappuccino‘s specially designed pod contains premium coffee with a separate layer of creamer housed in an innovative "honeycomb" to ensure it blends evenly with the coffee. The result is an extra luxurious cappuccino, at the touch of a button, with no extra steps involved.
Senseo Features
The first single-serve coffee system that delivers a fresh, consistent cup of gourmet coffee in under a minute
Fast and easy to use
Brews high-quality, great-tasting premium coffee available in varieties to suit every taste
Customizable to ensure your get exactly the cup of coffee you want, every time
Revolutionizing the at-home coffee by providing gourmet cup of coffee at the touch of a button
Attractive solution for the coffee lover seeking convenience without sacrificing taste
Specially designed pre-measured pods, mean virtually no clean-up
Sleek, modern design, available in five colors: cobalt blue, black, white, and red
Measures 13-1/2 by 12 by 8-1/2 inches
Includes two pod holders: a shallow holder that holds one coffee pod for one cup, and a deeper filter that holds two pods for two cups (or one 8-ounce mug).
Up to five 4-ounce cups can be brewed on one reservoir of water
All removable parts are dishwasher-safe
Two-year limited warranty
Spotlight customer reviews:
Customer Rating: Summary: Delicious coffee, but is a bit of a headache Comment: I have purchased 3 of these in the last five years. I like the crema, the foamy head on top of my coffee. This makes a delightful mild cup of coffee. It isn't inexpensive, pods on average run from 25 cents to 50 cents a cup. Regular filter coffee is much less expensive, but it does not have the crema, nor the smooth taste this coffee does.
This is fairly easy to operate. It makes wonderful coffee. For me personally, I used this coffee machine once a day every day. But I purchased three of these in the last five years because the pots break. All three broke in a similar manner, the water will eventually just leak out the bottom and it won't make any coffee. This may be a problem with the water I use, but I do get spring water delivery, but I can't say why this has happened multiple times.
Another drawback of this machine is you are really limited in the brands of coffee that you can use for this machine. Primarily the Senseo brand is the most available, but I have purchased Folgers as well, but you can find a coffee you want to try and use it in this machine. I feel this is a major drawback. The Keuring single cup machines do sell a device where you can use your own coffee. Their coffee maker fails to make the crema that makes coffee from the Senseo maker so good.
I have mixed feelings towards this machine. For me, the machines don't last too long, the coffee pods are pricy, and their is a limited selection on the coffee that is available. The coffee that is made is very tasty, it is smooth, and creamy. I would urge anyone considering this type of coffee maker to keep these drawbacks in mind.
Customer Rating: Summary: easy and delicious Comment: great for 1-2 cups in a hurry- Price is great considering one can spend 5 times on a machine that will make the same cup of coffee Customer Rating: Summary: Flavorless Comment: I got this coffee maker for Christmas, as I am a college student who lives by herself. I was excited to use it, but I found the coffee to be absolutely flavorless and bland.
I do not like extremely strong coffee -- I always add milk and sugar -- but this coffee was too bland, even for me.
I don't know how this coffee maker has a 4-star review... it is not worth the money, and the coffee is not even pleasant to drink.
It is easy to use though. That's the only benefit. Customer Rating: Summary: Good, not great. Comment: Decent coffee. Lots of (maybe too much) foam on top. Water tank is fairly small. Two pod holders, one deeper than the other, but doesn't work with expresso pods with smaller diameter - comes out like water. Customer Rating: Summary: Good one cup coffee Comment: The coffee made using the Senseo has excellent flavor. My particular situation is that I usually only have a couple cups per day and it suites that purpose very well. The only criicism I have is the marketing of the coffee pods. It is hard to figure out the packaging from the sketchy info given. Otherwise this is winner. I hope the brand succeeds so pods are available at discount stores. It would help if the detail on the pods said simply 18 pods per package, six packages per box.
