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Melitta Optima Timer Filter Coffee Machine, 1.2L
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
Melitta's Optima Timer is a drip filter coffee machine with a borosilicate glass jug, a programmable timer and a hot-hold function that runs for 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. It sits at number three in our guide to filter coffee machines, priced at £75.39 and rated 4.5 out of 5 across 6,608 ratings.
The listing is the one in this guide that cannot agree with itself on weight. The description bullet states 2.24 kg; the item weight field in the same page's specification table reads 2.9 g, a figure that would make the machine lighter than a paper filter. The colour is split too: the title says Black, while the contents bullet describes the machine as White. The filter is logged twice as well, as 102 in the bullet text and as #4 in the specification table. Everything below comes from the Amazon listing rather than from any test of our own.
How those 6,608 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.5 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Price | £75.39 |
|---|---|
| Customer rating | 4.5 out of 5 from 6,608 ratings |
| Wattage | 850 W in the bullet text, 850 watts in the spec table |
| Item weight | 2.9 g (as listed) — the description bullet on the same page says 2.24 kg |
| Voltage | 240 Volts (as listed) |
| Capacity | 1.2 litres (as listed); the water tank is graduated for 8 large cups (125 ml) or 10 small cups (85 ml) |
| Filter size | #4 (as listed); the bullet text says filter compatible 102 |
| Colour | Title says Black, the contents bullet says White (as listed) |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
Verified purchase“The Melitta Optima Timer coffee maker is a fantastic addition to my kitchen. It brews excellent coffee with a rich aroma and consistent flavour. The 1.2‐litre capacity is perfect for several cups, and the 850‐watt power ensures quick brewing every time.The programmable timer is a brilliant feature—I love waking up to freshly brewed coffee ready and waiting in the morning. The digital display is clear and easy to use, and the keep‐warm function keeps the coffee hot without burning it. The machine itself looks stylish in black plastic with a compact, modern design that fits neatly on the counter.Cleaning is simple, thanks to the removable filter holder and easy‐access water tank. It feels solid and reliable, just what you'd expect from Melitta. If you want convenience, style, and great coffee, this model ticks every box.”
Verified purchase“Great drip coffee maker — and a very good price.Finally a coffee maker in the UK that brews drip /filter style coffee at the correct temperature so the taste is really good. And the timer to keep the carafe hot is easily adjustable for between 30-120 minutes so your coffee stays hot! The carafe is a bit smaller than full size makers — and this uses number 2 size filters — but it is great for 4 large mugs of coffee. Looks nice and has a small footprint — easily fits under your upper cupboards. Much better than the no name brands makers I tried. So just buy this one if you want your coffee to taste like it does in a restaurant and not thin and watery.”
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Filter Coffee Machine 2026: 10 Ranked, Three That Contradict Themselves.
Questions people ask
How much coffee does the Melitta Optima Timer make at once?
The removable water tank is graduated for 8 large cups of 125 ml or 10 small cups of 85 ml, and the specification table lists a capacity of 1.2 litres.
Does the Melitta Optima Timer have a timer?
Yes. The bullet text lists a timer function so you can start brewing at a chosen time, plus a programmable hot-hold of 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes.
What does the Melitta Optima Timer weigh?
The contents bullet says 2.24 kg, while the item weight field in the specification table reads 2.9 g. Both figures appear on the same page and we can only report them as listed.
Which filters does the Melitta Optima Timer take?
The bullet text says filter compatible 102 and that five Original white Melitta filters are included, while the specification table's filter size field reads #4.
Is the Melitta Optima Timer suitable for a normal kitchen socket?
The specification table lists 240 Volts and the bullet text lists 850 W, which fits a standard household supply.
What colour is the Melitta Optima Timer?
The title calls it Black, while the contents bullet describes the machine as White. The listing does not settle which one arrives.
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