Amazon Basics 5 Cup Drip Coffee Maker with Glass Coffee Pot
- Coffee Machine
- 3.2 cups
- Drip Coffee Machine
- Reusable
- More reviewed than 68%
A reliable, no-frills small-batch coffee maker at a low price, worth it if you're brewing for one or two and don't need scheduled or remote start.
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How it ranks among the 87 coffee machines we track
4.3★ across 1,400 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
1,400 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
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The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 87 coffee machines we track - how the scorecard works · full coffee machines data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
A compact 5-cup drip coffee maker with a 0.8 quart glass carafe, 2-hour auto shutoff, pause-and-pour function and a removable filter basket, built by Amazon Basics in matte black.
This is a stripped-down machine aimed at people who want a small pot of coffee without extra electronics to fail. Reviewers repeatedly compare it to French presses and larger drip makers they replaced, generally preferring its speed and smaller footprint. One limitation surfaced by a reviewer using a plug-in light timer: the power switch responds only to a direct press and won't start brewing on delayed power alone.
- 5 cup capacity, 0.8 quart glass carafe
- 2 hour automatic shutoff
- Auto-pause and pour mid-brew
- Removable filter basket
Who it's for
Someone making coffee for one or two people who wants simple, low-clutter brewing. Not the right pick for anyone planning to start it remotely through a timer or smart plug.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers consistently praise the speed, simple cleanup and reliable brewing for small batches, with several calling it a worthy replacement for a previous Amazon Basics unit or a French press. The one functional complaint is that the power switch requires a direct press, which defeated one reviewer's attempt to start it through a plug-in timer.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Brews quickly for a small pot
- Auto-pause lets you pour before brewing finishes
- Removable filter basket is easy to clean
- Compact enough for tight counters
- Power switch needs a direct press, so it won't start on a timer or delayed outlet
- No programmable start time
Performance notes
The machine brews with a straightforward power switch, filter basket and glass carafe, shutting off automatically after 2 hours and pausing mid-brew if the carafe is pulled for an early cup. Reviewers making 4-cup batches describe consistent results using cone-shaped paper filters as well as the included reusable option.
Specifications
| Brand | Amazon Basics |
|---|---|
| Model | CM9452A-UL |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.98 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 7.1 × 5.3 × 9.4 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 3.2 cups |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Matte Black |
| Exterior Finish | Matte |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Human Interface Input | Buttons |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Carafe & Filter & Spoon |
| Other details | |
| Coffee Maker Type | Drip Coffee Machine |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Style | Non-Programmable - New Model |
| Part Number | CM9452A-UL |
| Specific Uses For Product | Iced Coffee |
| Item Type Name | Amazon Basics 5 Cup Coffee Maker with Reusable Filter & Auto Shutoff, Black |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Auto Shut-Off |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in coffee machines.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon Basics 5 Cup Drip Coffee Maker with Glass Coffee PotThis product | 4.3 / 5 | 1,400 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Keurig K-Cafe Special Edition Single Serve K-Cup Pod CoffeeKeurig | 4.7 / 5 | 8,700 | 4.7 / 5 |
| BUNN 52700 CSB2G Speed Brew Elite Coffee Maker GrayBunn | 4.6 / 5 | 4,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Elite Gourmet EHC-5055 Automatic 5-Cup Brew & Drip Coffee Maker with Pause N Serve…Elite Gourmet | 4.3 / 5 | 8,000 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Hamilton Beach One Press Programmable Dispensing Drip Coffee Maker with 12 Cup Internal…Hamilton Beach | 4.2 / 5 | 19,900 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Amazon Basics CM9452A-UL
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How many cups does it brew?
Up to 5 cups, using a 0.8 quart glass carafe.
Can I pour a cup before brewing finishes?
Yes, the auto-pause function lets you remove the carafe mid-brew without spilling.
Will it start automatically on a timer?
Not reliably. One reviewer found the power switch only responds to a direct press, not delayed power from a plug-in timer.