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Most coffeemakers seem to be either cheap pieces of crap, or too expensive for any of us but the most devoted coffee drinkers. It is often difficult to find a modestly priced coffeemaker that still makes a decent cup of coffee.

Farberware seems to have filled this hole with their 12-Cup FCM12SS coffee maker. Finished in stainless steel, this coffee maker also features a 24 hour digital clock with programmable timer and adjustable brew strength selection.

Coming in at around $40 to $50, the large 12 cup capacity coffee maker is suitable for large families or serious coffee drinkers. You can wake up to freshly brewed coffee thanks to the 24 hour digital clock and programmable timer.

If you just can’t wait for the coffee to finish brewing, there is also an adjustable “Pause and Pour” feature. For safety there is an auto safety shut off and a blue LED power indicator. Water level is clearly displayed thanks to the window that is also attractively lit with blue LED.

The large carafe is quite durable and is made from thick glass, and the lid prevents steam burn during pour and actually stays on the pot. Fits size 4 cone filters, not annoying flat bottom filters.

There do however seem to be some minor flaws with the unit. The opening for the water reservoir is reletively small making it a bit of a challenge to pour in water without spilling. The filter basket must be firmly seated or lid won’t close. In turn, this will prevent the coffee maker from turning on, and if you lift the lid during the brewing process, the safety shut off will power off the coffee maker. The markings on the carafe also appear to be slightly different from the 6 oz cup standard, so you may have to adjust your coffee recipe accordingly.

In our opinion, this is an excellent value for the money. The coffee maker is very sleek looking with the blue LED and the stainless steel finish. It is very durable, and brews an excellent cup of coffee, which is what it really comes down to, doesn’t it?