Ninja 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker with Classic and Rich Brews, 60 oz. Water Reservoir, and Thermal Flavor Extraction (CE201), Black/Stainless Steel

Bottom line - My review is real, so save yourself a lot of time if you are on the fence and just go for it. This coffee maker is the best I have owned in many years, and I have owned at least a dozen different brands. Our coffee has never tasted so good. Background - I spent an entire morning looking for a replacement coffee maker after ours stopped working. I sorted through about 100 models and kept going back to this Ninja because the price was great, the reviews were great and it had all the features I wanted in a smaller footprint. Then I started reading random comments indicating the reviews were fake, so I went to multiple other places to continue my search. I saw this particular model selling at several other places so I read the reviews from each. Nobody had a bad thing to say, so naturally I had serious doubts! After several hours of searching and reading, I finally decided to just go ahead and take a chance. The price on Amazon was the same as all others, but it also included same day delivery, so I bought it. Performance - This coffee maker exceeded all my expectations. It is well built, heavy duty and solid to the touch. The coffee pot lid locks in place so nothing spills. The pot pours beautifully and nothing drips. The coffee brews so HOT, I actually have to wait a few minutes before taking a sip, and the pot stay warm function can be increased from two hours to four. It has a 1T coffee scoop built into the side,their formula one scoop to one cup (it's a 5 ounce cup) water. It has a gold permanent filter, but I immediately switched to brown paper after the first pot because there was a dark sediment at the bottom that only paper eliminates. It's super simple to use, very easy to maintain, removable parts can go in the dishwasher, and it does an exceptional job. I'm enjoying a great cup of coffee as I write this review. p.s. I use the gold filter to strain stock into storage containers. It does a great job filtering and washes clean in the dishwasher.

I must have read a gazillion reviews about a gazillion different coffee makers before I finally decided on this one. So far, so good! It makes a decent, and hot, cup of coffee with pretty minimal fuss. I chose this one mostly due to the removable water reservoir. I've always been bothered by not being able to see where the water is hanging out overnight when I set it to brew in the morning. Even with regular cleaning with vinegar, I always have a sense it is dirty because I can't see it. Though this one is removable, there is still the unseen place the water travels to get to the coffee grounds, but I imagine that is just a tube that goes from the reservoir to the drip mechanism. I'll still clean regularly but I'm sure this won't bother me as much. The carafe is nice and sturdy; I like this! I also like that I do not have to hold the lid nor does it drip when I'm pouring coffee. What I don't care for much is the locking lid. It's somewhat cumbersome and kind of fussy, but once you get it in place it does do it's job fantastically. I am thankful to report I did not experience any chemical smell or taste after brewing as some reviewers have. As is true with most appliances I've researched and purchased, if one reads the user manual prior to first use, one will rarely have problems with the appliance. Some reviewers have complained about the filter. I'm guessing maybe they have tried to use both the provided permanent filter together with a paper filter. The instruction manual clearly says, multiple times, not to do this. It also says to use a coarser grind of coffee if you're going to use the permanent filter as a fine grind may clog it. I don't use the provided filter because I find them a pain to clean and they change the flavor of your coffee. You do need to use a #4 cone filter and you do need to fold it at the seams in order for it to work properly. I'm not currently working so I haven't used the delay brew feature yet. Some reviewers say it doesn't work properly and I'm wondering if the steps in the manual were followed. It's not quite as easy as others I've had so I'm happy to see clear instructions in the manual. I can see if you try to set it up without precisely following the steps provided it might be pretty frustrating. All in all, I'm glad I made this purchase. All the time I spent researching seems to have paid off!

Every time I brew a new pot of coffee, I'm more and more happy I purchased the Ninja. I went looking for something that would make a quality brew, but also have a removable water reservoir for ease of use. This fits the bill and more. First off, I'm thoroughly impressed with the noticeable difference in the flavor of coffee. I had a Cuisinart that was just a few years old and didn't cost much less than the Ninja that I just HAD to get rid of. The pot dripped all over the place, often, which made filling it each time a horrible pain, not to mention the coffee spills all the time. The flavor was OK. All in all, not worth what I spent for it. Enter the Ninja. After doing the required 2 pots of water upon setup, I brewed up my first pot of coffee. I immediately noticed a taste difference (after it cooled down some - this thing makes HOT coffee)! I don't know if it's because it does a short bloom of the grounds or just the hotter temperature of the water, or something else. I just know the Ninja makes a noticeably better tasting coffee. The removable water reservoir is easy to grab, thanks to a grab spot molded into the side of it. It makes filling it up extremely easy. Only thing better would be a permanent water line piped into it. :) To top it off... NO DRIPS! I actually spent time trying to make the pot drip. I couldn't do it. It pours perfectly every time and you never have to worry about cleaning up the counter unless you miss the cup! The adjustable amount of delay it keeps the coffee hot after brewing is also nice. 2 hours (standard) always seemed a little short for me. 3 hours is better. I think it goes up to 4 hours. All in all, no disappointments or bad points found about this Coffee Maker, and many good / great points.

I’m a ‘real customer’ who bought the Ninja without prompting or discount. A couple of weeks ago, the glass carafe on our automatic coffee maker chipped when I was filling it from the sink. I discovered that there were no replacement carafes available that would work with the machine. The manufacturer discontinued making replacements and, in a polite ‘customer service’ way, told me to go away (they didn’t even try to sell me another of their models) I was tempted to use the opportunity to splurge on a fancy model like a MoccaMaster but, in the end, sanity and my budget prevailed. To be honest, I was skeptical of the Ninja brand having had no direct experience with the company other than having seen a number of their ads on late nite TV. Still, the reviews were compelling and I decided to give them a shot. After a month, I’m glad I did. The unit arrived on time (Amazon Prime) and was well packed. The set up instructions were easy to follow. Be sure to look carefully to remove all the little tabs of tape that keep things from rattling around in shipping. Following the instructions, I washed the water tank, filter basket, and carafe in warm soapy water, plugged it in, pressed the power button to turn it on, set the clock (very straightforward), and ran two two tanks of plain weather through the system to insure it was clean and flushed out. I noticed the spout and top of the carafe is plastic and unlikely to suffer the same fate as my prior machine. The box included a gold mesh filter which I set aside. I’ve used one in the past and found I prefer to use paper filters. The gold filters work fine but allow sediment through and require a coarser grind. The paper filters seem to give a clearer brew with less sediment and allow me a finer grind. The lid of the carafe locks into place with a twist. Some reviewers have disliked this finding it awkward. Now that I’ve had time to practice using it, I like it. I’ve had other makers that had a hinged carafe lid that would swing open when I was trying to get the last few ounces out. The water tank removes easily from the side for filling and snaps back. I keep my machine half tucked under a cabinet and the side tank is easier to fill than those with the tank on the back. It has large molded grips for easy handling and is well marked in four cup increments..There is a small plastic measuring scoop that can be clipped to the side of the machine for storage. One scoop per cup. I snapped it in place and have ignored it preferring to use my usual scoop. Once the water tank is filled and the coffee is in the filter, it’s time to select the brew cycle. There are two; classic or rich. From the descriptions and product photos, ‘rich’ appears to result in a darker brew. I haven’t tried the ‘classic’ setting as I prefer stronger coffee. As is common with most automatic coffee brewers, the Ninja has a ‘small batch’ setting for brewing four or fewer cups and a delayed start timer. The hot plate timer defaults to two hours but can be programmed for up to four hours in fifteen minute increments. Again, as is typical, the basket has a valve that closes if the carafe is removed allowing you to sneak a cup before the cycle is complete. Also typical are the few drops that inevitably escape and burn on the hot plate. The Ninja’s brewing cycle seems a bit longer than other machines but not that much. It does make HOT coffee. I like a little milk in my coffee. With other makers I’d have to microwave the milk or it would make my cup of coffee too cool. With the Ninja, I skip the microwave. Bottom line; so far I’m very pleased with the Ninja. Like any piece of new tech, it has a learning curve but it’s not difficult and makes a good cup of hot coffee.

I have only had this coffee maker about a week. But so far, I'm in love with it. It makes a good cup of coffee, and I love all the features. I used to have a Mr. Coffee, and I am SO glad I upgraded. The Ninja makes a notably better cup of coffee, smother and less bitter. The ease of making the coffee is great. I LOVE that it has the water container on the side of the machine (probably my favorite feature)! You pop it off and fill it at the sink and pop it back on. No spilling water on the counter. The other problem I had with the pitcher on the Mr. Coffee is when I would pour the water in, as it dripped on the counter, so would get on cabinets under the counter, and ruined some of the wood. Problem solved. Love the design. I love the sturdiness of the pot. It does not spill coffee on my counter, like, you guessed it, my Mr. Coffee. The programming for delayed brew is super easy. I use it every day. With my Mr. Coffee, the programming never worked. I like that I don't have to buy filters, because it comes with a gold filter. I also save money because I used less coffee for a better brew. If you are chugging along with something cheap like a Mr. Coffee, it is worth every penny to upgrade. I am a happy camper in the morning.

I'll start by addressing some of the common complaints (not just of this machine, but for others in this pricerange, as well as less expensive units). All of them have exhibited a couple of the problems addressed in other reviews for this machine. 1) Leaks. All 3 of my previous machines in this pricerange have leaked water all over the counter after varying amounts of time. Sometimes consistently, sometimes not. Ironically, the Kitchen Aid with the removable reservoir did it less than the 2 Cuisinarts. Not sure why this happens. 2) The mid-brew pour feature. Every coffeemaker i've had thus far has used precisely the same mechanism for this, a spring loaded valve on the basket. Apparently, the spring just loses tension over time, so drippage into the hotplate is apparently inevitable until someone comes up with a better solution. So, with the common "gotchas", aside (i will update this review if/as they occur), this machine has been my favorite so far for several reasons. 1) i really like the locking carafe lid, versus the hinged ones. it just feels more solid, drips less (not at all thus far), and is easier to remove/clean daily, without having to worry about breaking hinge pins. Plus, i don't have to hold the lid in place with my thumb when i pour. 2) i love the independent "brew now" and "delayed brew" settings! They are independent from each other, and as long as the unit remains plugged in, settings for both modes are saved, whether i turn the unit off or not. I've seen some folks having trouble with this, but so far, it's worked correctly for me. 3) I like the up-to-4-hour hotplate time, vs the 2 hours of most other units. 4) cone filter. yay! 5) removable reservoir for easy filling 6) included scoop (that clips to the side of the machine), and gold filter (though i prefer paper, it's nice to have) 7) it brews HOT coffee (i use refrigerated creamer, so between the two, it's just about right for me) 8) the "rich" setting seems to brew stronger coffee than the Cuisinart or Kitchen Aid's "bold" setting. a nice thing for us slow starters. The only thing i'm not wild about so far is that if you hit any of the buttons during "delayed brew" mode, it starts brewing immediately. Once i figured that out...not a biggie. So, overall, so far, so good. I'm hoping this one lasts a long time. We'll see.

So I've had two Cuisinart coffee makers within the past 12 months and had the same problem with both of them. The power switch went out making it impossible to brew a pot of coffee. So this time I decided to try something new. One of the things I hate most about making coffee is filling up the carafe and then pouring it into the water reservoir. It should be simple, but there's always drips and water spills. So when I saw this Ninja coffee maker I cautiously fell in love at first sight and seeing how it had some of the top reviews out of the ones I was looking at, I went for it. And after using it for a week or so, it really is as good as it seems. Fill up the reservoir, click it into place, and tada! No pouring, no spills. And the carafe on this thing is designed way better to avoid drips when pouring coffee. It's just a more hassle free experience. And the flavor is great too. I like being able to choose between classic or rich flavors. This household likes it rich, but it's cool to be able to brew a classic pot when company is over. The warming plate stays on longer than most coffee makers, and props to Ninja for being able to adjust the time setting on it up to 4 hours. This is probably why our Cuisinarts kept breaking to be honest. The bf was constantly hitting the power switch to turn the warmer on and seeing how that's what kept breaking... but I digress. I have no idea how the small batch brewing works cause that just isn't a thing in our house, but I'm sure it works fine. Oh and the flavor straw thing is a pretty cool feature. I was skeptical at first because it seemed unecessary, but I never did like how in a typical coffee maker the strongest coffee seemed to be in a layer at the bottom and wasn't mixed well. I always would swirl the pot before pouring. But again, that issue which I didn't really realize was even an issue until using this coffee maker -- solved! The straw thing makes it so it mixes in the pot better on it's own. All in all, this is a solid coffee maker and I'm extremely pleased with my purchase. Hopefully it will last longer than the Cuisinarts.

UPDATE: 2/11/22 After 2 years our machine has started to leak. It still makes good coffee but our counter is all wet in the morning. I called the Ninja company and they offered to sell me a new one at a discount but the warranty is only 1 year. (not great) I'm going to take it apart and try to fix it. I waited a year before writing a review of our Ninja 12-Cup. This is important to make sure we had time to learn how to properly use the features as well as test the durability with daily use over the course of a year. Our last machine was a fairly expensive Krups coffee/espresso machine and there were many problems with it. I found myself often asking, "did they ever actually try this machine before they put it on the market?" This Ninja machine is very well designed. It's as if the engineers were actually using the product as they designed it! For one, the carafe pours perfectly. (Our old machine would drip every time we poured a cup.) Also, we love rich, dark coffee and this machine does it really well. I also love the external water tank. This allows you to fill the reservoir without using the carafe that may have residual coffee in it. (keeps the internal works much cleaner) The hot plate keeps the coffee just right and it even has an auto shutoff after two hours. (I've forgotten to shut it off on our old machine and had some really burned coffee stains on the pot) Finally, I never thought that we'd use the automatic timer/brew start. But now we use it pretty much every day. It's so easy and logical to set and it's so nice to wake up to fresh brewing coffee early in the morning! Note: I will add the caveat that I keep all of our household appliances clean and dry. It's never good for any machine to be left wet day after day. I also clean the hot plate if it gets dripped on, etc. This has always worked well for us and makes most appliances last for many years. Well done Ninja!

It’s not compatible and not useful . The product is designed for 2 pin plug and 120volts So it can’t be used in our household . As we are using 220 volts and 3 pin plug. *The product details should list this specifications so the customer knows if it suitable.*

Súper fácil de usar, hace el café muy rico y la función para que se mantenga caliente es maravillosa. La jarra es de plástico lo cual es bueno para mi porque ya se me resbaló un par de veces. Muy recomendable.

llego antes de la fecha programada . Es una cafetera muy fácil de manejar y mantener limpia ! ademas de que se ve muy bonita en la cocina . Excelente calidad como todo lo que he comprado de NINJA!

Me es muy fácil su manejo y hasta ahorita ha funcionado sin ningún problema . La programación es muy sencilla y el reloj muy exacto

¡Excelente producto!