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Smeg DCF02 Drip Coffee Machine, 1.4L, Cream
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
The Smeg DCF02CRUK is a drip coffee machine with a 1.4-litre water tank, a glass carafe, a reusable filter and a 1050 W element. It takes tenth place in this guide at £164.48, and it carries more feedback than anything else here: 4.3 out of 5 from 672 ratings, with the breakdown shown on the listing running to 67 five-star ratings, 17 four-star and 10 at one or two stars.
The awkward part of this listing is not the machine, it is the paperwork around it. The specification box quotes a 40-minute keep-warm function; the two buyers quoted further down this page describe the same function as 30 minutes and as 45 minutes. The title and the model code call the machine Cream while the "Exterior Finish" field on the same page says White, and "Power Source" says AC adapter for a machine that goes into a wall socket. Every figure on this page comes from the Amazon listing, not from a test we ran — we have not poured a cup from it.
How those 672 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.3 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Price | £164.48 |
|---|---|
| Rating | 4.3 out of 5 from 672 ratings |
| Position in this guide | 10th of 10 |
| Tank and capacity | 1.4 litres, up to 10 cups on one fill |
| Wattage and voltage | 1050 W at 220 V (as listed) |
| Keep-warm function | 40 minutes (as listed) |
| Exterior finish | White (as listed); the title and model call the machine Cream |
| Power source | AC adapter (as listed) |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
Verified purchase“Bought this on recommendation of 2 people and I'm not disappointed. It is easy to use, very quick and straightforward to clean. Keeps the coffee warm for 30 minutes.Slight downside is pouring the water in as it's almost at right angle and can spill a bit, but it certainly isn't a huge problem.I would recommend this product.”
Verified purchase“Such a good coffee machine. Makes really good coffee. The functions are mostly easy to work out how to use if you follow the instructions on the manual. It's also really attractive on the countertop! Only gripe is that it only keeps your coffee warm for 45 mins, would prefer it to be longer. Would recommend.”
What it is up against
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Questions people ask
How many cups does the Smeg DCF02CRUK make?
The listing says the 1.4-litre tank makes up to 10 cups on a single fill, which it describes as useful when friends or family visit.
How long does the Smeg DCF02CRUK keep coffee warm?
The specification field says 40 minutes, but the two buyers quoted on this page report 30 minutes and 45 minutes, so the 40 is the listing's own figure rather than anything measured.
Can the Smeg DCF02CRUK start before you get up?
Yes. Auto-start mode lets you programme a start time, and the LED display shows the settings and the clock.
What colour is the Smeg DCF02CRUK?
The title and the model code say Cream; the "Exterior Finish" field in the same listing says White.
What filter does the Smeg DCF02CRUK use?
A reusable filter with a handle is included, along with a glass carafe with handle and lid; the listing puts Filter Type as Reusable.
What guarantee comes with the Smeg DCF02CRUK?
Two years, when you register for free with Smeg, covering repair or replacement if the appliance is faulty or breaks down.
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