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This buying guide was last updated in December 2023. At the time of updating this article, we added a quick menu to help you navigate the page better, changed the images from lifestyle imagery to cut-out shots so that you can examine the features more clearly, and added more product specifications so that you can make a better-informed decision on whether the coffee maker alarm clock is right for you. Lastly, our where to buy section has been added to offer you more choice of where to shop online.
Best Coffee Maker Alarm Clocks: Quick Menu
1. Quick list
2. Things to consider
3. How we test
4. FAQs
5. Where to buy
If your alarm ringtone makes you shudder — you need the best coffee maker alarm clocks to ease you out of bed instead. Naturally, the first thing most of us reach for is a cup of Joe, so what could be better than a programmable machine? For the best of both worlds on a Monday, Wednesday, or even Sunday morning, this way your brew will be ready when you wake up, while you're wiping the sleep out of your eyes (gross).
However, just because a coffee maker is programmable doesn’t mean that it’s automatically a good choice. Your appliance should also be well-designed, make delicious coffee, and have features that make it easy to use — especially when you're waking from the land of nod. Fortunately, we found the best coffee makers with a built-in alarm clock just below. And our picks are super stylish and more than worth your money.
Not interested in stumbling into the kitchen to add a splash of milk? Some of these smart coffee makers come with an in-built fridge to keep your dairy or plant-based milk fresh. And speaking of smart, many of these innovative devices are Wi-Fi enabled, so they can sync up with Alexa and Google to get to work on demand and brew to your preferred strength. We've also rounded up a few small coffee makers for anyone with minimal space to spare.
The best coffee maker alarm clocks money can buy
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Quick list
Our favorite pick
Size (in): H11.8 x W11 x D6.93
Capacity: 6.7 fl. oz.
Descaling indicator: No
Material: Timber, borosilicate glass, and, stainless steel
Weight (pounds): 6 lbs
Input capacity: Buttons
Colors: 2
+ Has a built-in 5V USB charging port for phone and accessories
+ Stores a week's worth of coffee and 2-3 servings of milk
+ Can brew loose-leaf tea
+ Removable serving tray
+ 500W smart induction coil boils in three minutes
+ Auto-shut-off for energy efficiency
+ Infrared sensor detects milk for refrigeration
+ Steel dosage spoon included
+ Reusable filter
- Large
- Expensive
The vast majority of the best coffee makers with an alarm clock are programmable machines. However, the Barisieur Coffee Alarm Clock is actually a coffee maker on top of an alarm clock that you can place on your nightstand. As a result, you can set it to wake you up with the aroma and sounds of coffee brewing, or it can brew while also producing an audible alarm, or it can just sound the alarm without brewing — and there’s also a snooze button. You can also start the brewing process five minutes before the alarm sounds or have it start brewing five, 10, or 15 minutes after.
An easy-access coffee maker that delivers on flavor
Dimensions (in): H15 x W6.87 x D16
Brewing capacity: 12 cups
Descaling indicator: No
Material: Wood, stainless steel, and, glass
Weight (pounds): 7 lbs
Input capacity: Buttons
Color: 3
+ Beautiful, unique, and, space-efficient design
+ Dashboard swivels 180° degrees for left or right-hand use
+ Touch control dashboard
+ Pause feature
+ LED-illuminated water tank
+ Aesthetic flame-like visual effect as hot water boils
+ Dual thermal control keeps coffee hot for two hours
+ Marble, white, or black finish
- Glass carafe handle feels delicate
Depending on how tight your countertop space (or nightstand) is, it can sometimes be difficult to access this drip filter coffee maker’s control panel. However, the Melitta Vision 12-Cup Luxe Drip Coffee Maker makes it easy to set an alarm. The control panel is easy to use and lets you select between a regular or stronger brew, and there’s also a pause feature if you want to grab a cup of joe before the brewing process is complete.
Schedule your coffee in advance with this programmable option
Dimensions (in): H14.6 x W11.4 x D10.6
Brewing capacity: 50 fl. oz.
Descaling indicator: Yes
Material: Stainless steel
Weight (pounds): 16 lbs
Input Interface: Knobs and buttons
Color: 1
+ Stainless-steel carafe
+ Accu-Brew technology
+ Built-in scale weighs grounds for ideal coffee-to-water ratio
+ Easy-to-read LCD display
+ Removable water reservoir
+ Includes three water filters
+ Auto pause
+ Chimes when ready
- Hard to get all of the coffee out of the carafe
- Expensive
The Wolf Gourmet Programmable Coffee Maker is the most expensive option on our list, but it also has the most features. In addition to being programmable, it uses Accu-Brew technology: the built-in scale weighs the coffee grounds you add, and the LED display indicates when you need to add more grounds — or if too much has been added.
The brew strength can be adjusted from mild to bold, and the coffee maker also has a double-walled stainless-steel carafe that’s designed to keep coffee hot. The display panel indicates when you need to add water to the reservoir, when the brew cycle has finished (along with an audible chime), and when the machine needs to be cleaned.
Certified by the Specialty Coffee Association for quality brews
Dimensions (in): H13.7 x W12.8 x D6.02
Brewing capacity: 12 cups
Descaling indicator: Yes
Material: Plastic, stainless steel, and, borosilicate glass
Weight: 6 lbs
Input interface: Knob
Colors: 2
+ Awarded the SCA Golden Cup Standard
+ Unique corrosion-resistant stainless-steel boiler
+ Aroma hopper
+ Blooming function
+ Convenient timer and keep-warm functions
+ Shower head moistens coffee grounds thoroughly and evenly
+ Large stainless steel showerhead
- Not very robust
The Zwilling Enfinigy Drip Coffee Maker has a Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) Gold Cup certification, which requires a specific coffee-to-water ratio, and the coffee must be brewed at around 200°F. The coffee maker has a stainless-steel shower head that blooms the grounds for a better, smoother taste; however, the bloom function can also be turned off if you don’t care to use it. This coffee maker also has a feature that allows you to set water hardness, which determines how often the descaling indicator will come on. In addition, there’s a drip circulator (aroma tube) to blend the coffee well. The machine's hotplate will retain its temperature for 30 minutes before turning off.
Real Homes rating: 4 stars out of 5 in our Zwilling Enfinigy Drip Coffee Maker review
A space-saving design with an audible alarm
Dimensions (in): H14.64 x W14.54 x D8.26
Brewing capacity: 12 cups
Descaling function: Yes
Material: Plastic
Input interface: Buttons
Weight (pounds): 7.88 lbs
Colors: 1
+ Brew pause
+ Brew strength control
+ 24-hour advance brew start option
+ Audible alert when coffee is ready
+ Self-clean setting
+ Tapered glass carafe with ergonomic handle
+ Can set warming plate indicator
+ Charcoal water filter
The modern Cuisinart 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker also has an audible alert that sounds when the brew cycle has finished. (However, you can choose to silence the alarm.) There’s a choice between bold and regular coffee flavors, and the warming plate temperature can be adjusted to low, medium, or high. When brewing fewer than 5 cups, the sleek coffee maker automatically adjusts the brewing process to ensure a robust flavor. There is actually a row of buttons for each of the nine functions (bold/regular, set time, an audible tone, etc.), which makes it easy to operate.
Do note that while retailers still stock this model, it has now been discontinued by Cuisinart. Replacement parts are still available for purchase, but your warranty rights may be affected.
An elegantly-designed machine with smart controls
Dimensions (in): 7.3 x 12.5 x 14
Brewing capacity: 10 cups
Descaling function: No
Material: Copper
Input interface: Buttons and knob
Weight (pounds): 14.11 lb
Colors: 3
+ Wi-Fi enabled to work with Amazon Alexa and Google
+ Adjustable brew strength
+ Choose from thermal or glass carafe
+ Temperature control
+ Cord storage
+ Integrated water filter
+ Coffee scoop included
- Works best with large servings
The Café Specialty Drip Coffee Maker combines form and function in a beautiful design. The machine can adjust the brew temperature between 185°F – 205°F In addition, there are four brew strength options: light, medium, bold, and gold brew. (The last setting is indicative of the SCA Gold Cup Certification.) In addition, the coffee maker is WiFi-enabled, so you can connect with the SmartHQ app, as well as Alexa and Google, so it can be controlled via your smartphone or using voice-to-brew commands. There’s also a charcoal feature to remove chlorine from your water, and the coffee maker comes in either a thermal or glass carafe.
An affordable alarm clock coffee maker
Dimensions (in): H14 x W13 x D8.7
Brewing capacity: 50 fl. oz.
Descaling function: Yes
Material: Stainless steel
Input interface: Buttons
Weight: 5.1 lbs
Colors: 2
+ Removable water reservoir for easy filling
+ Thermal double-walled stainless steel carafe
+ Freshness timer
+ Dimmable display
+ Pause and brew feature
+ Brew Later functionality
+ Regular or strong options
+ Audible signal when ready
+ High 205°F brewing temperature
+ Water filtration disk included
- Side-loading coffee filter basket
The economically-priced Mr. Coffee 10-Cup Thermal Coffee Maker has two easy settings for “Brew Later” or “Brew Now” to let you choose if and when you want to program the coffee maker. It also has auto-pause and grab-a-cup features in case you don’t want to wait for the full pot of coffee to finish brewing.
Easy to operate, with a variable brewing capacity
Dimensions (in): 14.19 x 8.2 x 11.7
Brewing capacity: 60 fl. oz.
Descaling function: Yes
Material: Stainless steel
Input interface: Buttons
Weight (pounds): 16 lbs
Color: 1
+ Uses pods and coffee grounds
+ Multiple brew sizes (6–12-ounce cups)
+ Water reservoir can be repositioned
+ Includes thermal carafe
+ Gold tone mesh filter included
- Expensive for the size
There are plenty of choices with this programmable machine. For starters, you can use it as a pod coffee maker or use grounds instead. There are also several ways to position the water reservoir. It can be placed to the left, right, or back of the maker, which is especially convenient in tight spaces. This Keurig coffee maker comes with a 12-cup thermal carafe (which can keep the coffee hot for two hours). However, it can also be used to make single-serve coffee in 6, 8, 10, and 12-ounce sizes and fits a travel mug. The digital display on the top is easy to read, and the coffee maker is simple to operate.
An elegant coffee maker that's easy to use
Dimensions (in): H16 x W14 x D9
Brewing capacity: 60 fl. oz.
Descaling function: Yes
Material: Stainless steel
Input capacity: Buttons
Weight (pounds): 3.15 lbs
Color: 1
+ 6 brew modes, inc. Gold Cup Standard, iced, and cold brew
+ Temperature control
+ Adjustable flow rate
+ Auto 'Steep and Release' Technology
+ Customizable bloom time and volume
+ Thermal carafe
+ Thermo Coil Heating System
+ Includes flat bottom and cone filter baskets
- Settings may be hard to see for some people
The Breville Precision Brewer Thermal Coffee Maker (also known as the Sage Precision Brewer Thermal Coffee Maker) is one of our favorite programmable coffee makers. It’s sturdy, made of brushed stainless steel, and designed to look and perform well for a long time. The elegant machine has six brew modes: fast, gold cup standard, strong, over ice, cold brew, and My Brew mode. Using the My Brew mode, you can change the bloom time, brewing temperature, and flow rate (slow, medium, fast). It uses a single knob to control all of the functions, which are displayed on the LED panel. The thermal carafe keeps the coffee hot for hours, and the thermo coil heating system is said to deliver water that is purer than typical brewing systems that use aluminum.
Things to consider when buying a coffee maker alarm clock
Obviously, you’ll want a coffee maker that is programmable to start your coffee at a specific time. However, these are some of the other features you may want to consider.
1. Think about size and brew size
Size is important for two different reasons. First, the size of the actual coffee maker is a consideration, so make sure it will fit in your space. This includes whether it's able to fit when placed under an overhead cabinet. Be sure to account for having enough space to open the water tank and coffee filter compartments, too. The brew size is another consideration. Some people like to brew single cups (and might benefit from owning the best single-serve coffee maker), whereas others find it more convenient to make a large pot of coffee.
2. Does it offer adjustable strengths and temperatures?
Some coffee makers let you choose regular or bold strengths and adjust the temperature. This is something to think about if you prefer customized settings.
3. Look at its carafe
A glass carafe is less expensive and will typically be included if the coffee maker uses a hot plate to keep the coffee hot. On the other hand, a thermal carafe is more durable and will keep coffee hot for a longer period of time. However, it’s more expensive and much heavier to handle.
4. Does it have a water filter?
Some programmable coffee makers include a water filter. Depending on your water system, a water filter (which will need to be replaced periodically) can remove the taste of chlorine and other impurities from tap water.
How we test coffee maker alarm clocks
Wondering how the Real Homes team tests coffee makers? We summarize our review process in five easy-to-understand points, but have also linked to our comprehensive guide should you want to know more.
- Unboxing: We evaluate the product’s packaging, including how well it protected the product during shipping. We give bonus points for sustainable packaging, such as including cardboard packing instead of using Styrofoam.
- Operation: When evaluating the machine’s operation, we look for factors like reliable performance, how long it takes to warm up and brew, and how loud the machine’s operation is.
- Beverage quality: We observe how well the machine prepared coffee, looking for qualities like a consistent brew and a hot temperature. We also look at how well you can pick out the nuances in the coffee's tasting note, and see if the water temperature has scorched the grounds and/or impacted the flavor.
- Ease of use: We mark how user-friendly the machine is, including the learning curve when using it for the first time and what consumers will experience when using it daily. We also assess factors like how easy it is to insert and remove capsules and to fill and insert the water rank.
- Ease of cleaning: We consider how easily the machine can be cleaned and maintained, including whether components are dishwasher-safe. And lastly, we judge the descaling process and how easily it can be completed.
FAQs
What alarm clock wakes you up with tea?
The Barisieur™ is capable of waking you up with a freshly-brewed cup of tea or coffee.
Where to buy a coffee maker alarm clock
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