The 5-cup drip coffee maker that fits a single-person counter for $19
“Indie pick with 8,000+ reviews. The $19 single-person coffee maker that brews 5 cups, uses a reusable filter, and fits where a full-size brewer won't.”
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Elite Gourmet's EHC-5055 is a compact 5-cup drip coffee maker with a pause-and-serve function, a reusable mesh filter (no paper filters needed), and a 25oz glass carafe that fits into the auto-warming base. Footprint is 7 inches wide by 9 inches deep, so it tucks into the corner of a counter where a Cuisinart wouldn't fit. Black housing with a polished stainless trim panel that doesn't read as 'budget' on a styled counter. Best fit: studio apartments, dorm rooms, single coffee drinkers who don't want a 12-cup brewer wasting countertop space, or anyone setting up a guest-room coffee station.
Pros
- 5-cup capacity is right-sized for one or two coffee drinkers, no wasted leftovers
- Reusable mesh filter included, no recurring paper filter cost
- Footprint is 7 by 9 inches, small enough for a studio counter
Cons
- Auto-warming base keeps coffee warm but cooks the brew after about 45 minutes, so transfer to a thermal carafe for longer holds
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Frequently asked questions
Does it use paper filters or is the mesh filter included?
A reusable mesh filter ships in the box, so you don't need paper filters. You can still use paper if you prefer a cleaner cup.
How big is the carafe?
25 ounces, which is about 5 standard 5oz coffee cups or 2 to 3 mugs. Right-sized for one or two daily coffee drinkers.
Does it have a pause-and-pour feature?
Yes, you can pull the carafe out mid-brew to pour an early cup. The drip pauses automatically and resumes when you put the carafe back.
Will it fit under standard cabinets?
Yes, it's 12 inches tall which fits under almost all upper cabinets. The lid hinges back, not up, so opening it doesn't require extra clearance.
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