Ninja Coffee Maker 12 Cup
- Coffee Maker Type: Drip Coffee Machine
- Coffee Input Type: Ground
- Operation Mode: Fully Automatic
- Filter Type: Reusable
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
For genuinely hot coffee with a small-batch mode that does not water down a partial pot, owners rate this well, with housing durability and a long-term delay-brew failure as the two real caveats.
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ASIN: B07S98411NModel: CE251Category: Coffee Machines
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Overview
The Ninja CE251 is a 12-cup programmable brewer with a removable 60oz water reservoir, a small-batch mode for 1-4 cups, and a choice of classic or rich brew strength, positioned above basic drip machines on features while staying in the same 12-cup format.
Ninja's hotter brewing technology is the headline claim, and multiple long-term owners confirm the coffee comes out genuinely hot rather than lukewarm, which is the specific complaint this model seems built to answer.
- Removable 60oz water reservoir
- Small batch mode for 1-4 cups
- Classic or rich brew strength
- 24-hour delay brew with 4-hour warming plate
Who it's for
Suits coffee drinkers who want hotter-than-average coffee, brew small batches as often as a full pot, and like a delay-brew timer for the next morning. Less suited to anyone who wants the sturdiest possible housing, since at least one unit arrived with a cracked case.
Pros and cons
- Removable 60oz reservoir makes refilling at the sink easy
- Small batch mode keeps 1-4 cup brews full strength
- 24-hour delay brew for next-morning coffee
Performance notes
The adjustable warming plate then holds that temperature for up to 4 hours after brewing.
Specifications
| Brand | Ninja |
|---|---|
| Model | CE251 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 6.55 Pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 3.8 Pounds |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1100 watts |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Glass, Plastic |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Exterior Finish | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Smart Home Compatibility | Not Smart Home Compatible |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Coffee Maker Type | Drip Coffee Machine |
| Coffee Input Type | Ground |
| Operation Mode | Fully Automatic |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Part Number | CE251 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Espresso |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Camping |
| Other Special Features Of The Product | Programmable, Removable Tank |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Ninja CE251 have a small-batch setting?
Yes, its small batch function is built for 1-4 cups so a partial brew is not diluted.
Can I set this coffee maker to brew before I wake up?
Yes, it has a 24-hour programmable delay brew.
Is the water reservoir removable for filling?
Yes, the 60oz reservoir lifts out to carry to the sink instead of filling in place.