Cafzed A318 Smart Mug Warmer with Infrared Sensor
- 6 temperature settings, 130°F to 185°F
- Infrared mug sensor, heats on placement, stops on lift
- 2 to 12 hour auto-shutoff timer
- Flat-bottomed cups: ceramic, glass or stainless steel
- LED display shows the selected temperature
- 6 x 4.7 x 1.4 in, 10.1 oz
Updated 26 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A desk mug warmer with hands-free sensing and a wide temperature range that holds coffee or tea at the chosen heat, though it needs flat-bottomed mugs and its wattage is not published.
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ASIN: B0FD9R7Y9NModel: A318Category: Beverage Warmers
Overview
Office desks and home workstations are where the Cafzed A318 belongs, warming a mug of coffee, tea or cocoa while you work. An infrared sensor spots the mug and switches the heating plate on, then off again as soon as the mug is lifted.
Hands-free switching is the strongest point: no button press and no heat left running on an empty plate. An LED readout and a shutoff timer make it easy to set and forget. Mugs with curved or footed bottoms will not draw heat well, and the listing gives no power rating.
Who it's for
Long stretches at a desk with a single mug are the use case, whether at home or in an office. People who mostly use rounded-bottom mugs or want a warmer that also brews should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Infrared sensor switches heat on and off
- Wide range of temperature settings
- LED display shows the chosen setting
- Adjustable shutoff timer for safety
- Needs flat-bottomed mugs for good heat transfer
- Wattage not listed
- Warms drinks only, cannot brew
- Single plate, one cup at a time
Performance notes
Heat moves from the plate into the mug through direct contact, so a flat, thin base warms faster than a thick, rounded one. The infrared sensor ties heating to the mug being present, which avoids heating an empty plate. The chosen setting governs plate temperature, while room air and an open mug top decide how much heat escapes.
Specifications
| Brand | Cafzed |
|---|---|
| Model | A318 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 0.63 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 6 × 4.7 × 1.4 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Maximum Temperature | 185 °F |
| Temperature settings | 6 |
| Temperature range | 130 °F |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible cups | Flat-bottomed ceramic, glass, stainless steel |
| Other details | |
| Auto on off | Infrared mug sensor |
| Auto shutoff timer | 2 to 12 hours |
| Display | LED |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Cafzed A318 a self-heating mug?
No. It is a heated plate that warms a mug you place on it. The listing does not mention a mug in the package.
Can the Cafzed A318 warm candles?
Yes. The bullets say it also works as a flameless warmer for scented candles.
How do I change the temperature on the Cafzed mug warmer?
The listing describes an LED display for choosing among the 6 settings, but the exact button layout is not described.