HamiltonBeach
Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Trio 2-Way Drip & Single Serve Coffee Maker
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Highlights
- 3 WAYS TO BREW: Brew a single cup with a pod or coffee grounds or brew up to 12 cups using your favorite ground coffee. To brew one serving, you have the option to brew up to a 10 oz. cup with a pod or brew up to 14 oz., 7" tall travel mug with coffee grounds.
- FAST BREWING — BREW A SINGLE CUP IN ABOUT 90 SECONDS. In the morning, every second counts. Unlike 3 way coffee makers of the past, the FlexBrew Trio Coffee Maker prepares a single cup in in 90 seconds so you have more time to enjoy your coffee.
- BREW 7 SINGLE SERVINGS WITHOUT REFILLING THE 56 OZ. WATER RESERVOIR. Brew a single cup of coffee without stopping to pour water. In addition to its fast 90-second brewing, the removable water reservoir saves you time because it needs fewer refills.
- WAKE-UP READY COFFEE WITH EASY-TOUCH PROGRAMMING. When you brew coffee into the 12 cup carafe, you can wake up to hot coffee by setting up Easy-Touch programming the night before. The backlit display makes it easy to view the time and settings.
- 5 SINGLE-SERVE SIZES TO CHOOSE FROM: Customize the brewing size to your cup. Simply select 6, 8, 10, 12 or 14 oz. before you brew with ground coffee or choose 6, 8 or 10 oz. when brewing with a pod — you'll get the perfect amount in your cup.
Why You'll Love It
- Switch easily between brewing a single cup or a full 12-cup carafe
- Prepare a quick single cup in approximately 90 seconds
- Make up to 7 single cups before refilling the 56 oz. removable reservoir
- Set Easy-Touch programming the night before to wake up to brewed coffee
- Choose from 5 ground coffee sizes or 3 pod sizes for the right volume
Pros
- +Versatile 3-way brewing options
- +Fast 90-second single-serve brew time
- +Generous 56 oz. removable water tank
- +Programmable 12-cup carafe brewing
- +Accommodates up to 7-inch travel mugs
Cons
- -Pod brewing capped at 10 oz. maximum
- -Travel mug height limited to 7 inches
- -Ground single-serve takes longer past 10 oz.
Detailed Review
The Hamilton Beach FlexBrew Trio Coffee Maker combines single-serve convenience with full-pot brewing in one machine. It caters to households where mornings vary, allowing you to quickly brew an individual mug before work or brew a 12-cup carafe for family and guests.
For quick individual drinks, the machine brews a single serving in about 90 seconds. You can brew directly from a pod in 6, 8, or 10 oz. sizes, or use your own ground coffee for 6, 8, 10, 12, or 14 oz. portions. When using grounds, the single-serve side fits travel mugs up to 7 inches tall. A 56 oz. removable water reservoir handles up to seven single servings before you need to refill it.
Full-pot brewing relies on the 12-cup carafe side and standard coffee grounds. The Easy-Touch programming lets you prepare the machine the night before and set a timer on the backlit display, ensuring coffee is ready right when you get out of bed.
Keep in mind that serving sizes differ depending on your brewing method: pod brewing maxes out at 10 oz., while grounds reach up to 14 oz. The travel mug clearance is also limited to 7-inch mugs, and the listing does not mention an auto-shutoff feature or specific carafe warming plate details.
Verdict: This machine is a reliable choice for anyone wanting the flexibility of single-serve speed and large-batch carafe brewing in one setup. It suits busy mornings, varied household coffee preferences, and anyone who wants scheduled morning coffee.
Specifications
- Carafe Capacity: 12 cups
- Water Reservoir Capacity: 56 oz.
- Pod Brew Sizes: 6, 8, 10 oz.
- Ground Brew Sizes: 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 oz.
- Single-Serve Brew Time: About 90 seconds
- Max Travel Mug Height: 7 inches
Who Should Buy It
A great fit if you:
- Need both single-cup pod brewing and a 12-cup carafe in your kitchen.
- Want a fast single cup brewed in roughly 90 seconds.
- Prefer waking up to pre-programmed drip coffee.
- Like taking up to 14 oz. of ground coffee in a 7-inch travel mug.
Consider something else if you:
- Want to brew single pods larger than 10 oz.
- Regularly use travel mugs taller than 7 inches.
FAQ
How fast does the single-serve side brew?
It brews a single cup in about 90 seconds.
What cup sizes can I brew with ground coffee?
Using ground coffee on the single-serve side allows you to select 6, 8, 10, 12, or 14 oz. sizes, fitting travel mugs up to 7 inches tall.
Can I program the machine to brew automatically?
Yes, you can use the Easy-Touch programming and backlit display to set the 12-cup carafe to brew automatically the night before.
How many cups can the water reservoir brew before refilling?
The 56 oz. removable water reservoir can brew up to 7 single servings before needing a refill.
Product Details
| Brand | HamiltonBeach |
| ASIN | B0FTZZYP24 |
