Customers have good things to say about the 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker's overall performance and ease of use. Many appreciate the coffee quality, size, and design, as well as features like the timer, temperature control, programmability, and capacity. However, a few customers have noted a potential safety concern regarding hot water splatter during brewing. Overall, the coffee maker seems to be well-received for its various features and functionality.
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Pros mentioned:
Coffee quality, Design, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Coffee Maker for the Price!
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bella Pro Series 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker Review
If you're looking for a reliable and budget-friendly coffee maker with convenient features, the Bella Pro Series 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker is a solid choice.
Design & Build
The coffee maker has a sleek and modern design, fitting well into most kitchen spaces. Its stainless steel accents give it a premium look, while the plastic parts feel sturdy enough for daily use. The carafe is made of glass, with an ergonomic handle that makes pouring easy and spill-free.
Performance
This machine brews up to 12 cups of coffee, making it great for households with multiple coffee drinkers. The programmable timer is a standout feature, allowing you to set it up the night before so you wake up to freshly brewed coffee. It also has a pause-and-serve function, which lets you pour a cup mid-brew without making a mess.
Ease of Use
The control panel is simple, with an easy-to-read digital display. Programming is straightforward, and the buttons are responsive. The brew strength selector is a nice touch, allowing you to adjust between regular and bold flavors.
Cleaning & Maintenance
The removable filter basket makes cleanup quick and easy, and the machine is compatible with both paper filters and reusable mesh filters. The automatic shut-off feature is a plus for safety and energy efficiency. However, like most coffee makers, regular descaling is necessary to maintain performance.
Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
Large 12-cup capacity
Programmable with auto-start feature
Brew strength control for a customized taste
Pause-and-serve function for convenience
Easy-to-clean removable filter basket
Affordable price point
❌ Cons:
No built-in grinder
The carafe lid isn’t detachable, making deep cleaning trickier
Some users report that the warming plate may cause coffee to taste slightly burnt if left too long
Final Verdict
For the price, the Bella Pro 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker offers great value, especially for those who want programmable brewing and a large capacity without breaking the bank. While it lacks premium features like a built-in grinder, it delivers consistent, hot coffee with convenient functions. If you're looking for a dependable coffee maker with a few extra perks, this one is worth considering.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5)
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Design, Ease of use, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Coffee Brewing Made Simpler, More Efficient
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The bella PRO 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker is a budget brewer that punches above its weight and doesn't oversell itself. I replaced a larger coffee maker that was fine, I just don't need the pod option. The bPRO takes up much less space, looks nice, and has a reusable filter basket and basket holder. Add water (always up to "12" on the reservoir side), add ground coffee, push "BREW NOW" — done. (Use the same button for the "Pause and Serve" feature if you require java NOW.) The carafe fills up rapidly, too. Two things: I seldom see a carafe fill to exactly the same line as the water mark, and the bPRO's does (I included a pic). Also, two hours is the default time for the warming plate to keep the brew hot. In fact, this coffee readies at a hotter temperature than the Mr. Coffee unit I used before. For the markdown, this is a fine little machine that does exactly what it should. Get one.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Design, Overall performance, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The keurig killer
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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You still using that keurig with burnt a** coffee like I was for years ??? Throw that in the trash and go back to the old school way of making coffee. Night and day difference on taste. Nice small machine gets the job done works good! Looks nice sleek
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Coffee quality, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Happy Customer
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Very happy with my purchase! Coffee taste great . Very east to use . I love setting the timer and having fresh coffee ready and hot in the morning. Saves time as well. Highly recommend.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great coffee maker!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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This is a good great coffee maker at a good value. Easy to use. I like the programable feature so that my coffee is ready when I wake up in the morning. The freshness timer is a good idea so that you know how long the coffee has been brewed.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Coffee quality, Ease of use, Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Fresh Coffee alarm clock
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Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
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Tasty Coffee fast :) easy to use and clean. Works great as an alarm clock. Set it up and the smell of fresh coffee will be your first experience in the mornings.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Coffee quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Took a chance, glad we did
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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Been using Mr Coffee branded makers for decades, but the coffee taste just seemed to get worse, even with the newer models. We brew coffee every day, sometimes twice a day. So my wife and I went on the search to find another brand. Saw this one at BB, hoping for the best, as we already have a Belle Pro air fryer and toaster. Have been brewing coffee now for over a month now and every pot, every cup is excellent, using the same coffee as before.
PROS: Carafe design, handle and spout; easy to read display; 2 hour timer to let you know when it’s turning off; uses the most common paper filters (not the coned shaped ones); great tasting coffee, even black.
CONS: None
Nuff said…Buy it
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect coffee maker that does its job
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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The product is easy to use and straigh forward if you read the instruction booklet. Its going to take some tries to find your ideal style of coffee. If you dont like your coffee tasting a little watery, click the Strong button always before brewing.
The only option I wish this maker had, was a button to reheat the coffee in the pot. After you brew your coffee, it will maintain the heat for up to 2 hours (unless you turn it off by pressing Brew Now button). I would have liked a button to turn that heating back on at will. But that minor wish doesnt stop me from giving this a 5 star.
Ease of use, easy to clean and looks stylish.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Coffee quality, Design
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Very nice coffee maker
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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I like the design and simplicity of this coffee maker. It fits well with my other appliances. The coffee is easy to make and tastes great. I would recommend this product to anyone looking for a simple coffee maker.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Not Mr coffee
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Great product, works perfect,love the digital clock and off timer set it nite before , coffee ready when I awake
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use, Overall performance
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great purchase
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Decent product that does the job. Easy to use especially the timer works perfectly for brew later
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Coffee quality, Ease of use, Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Simple and to the point
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
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Works well and brews good, hot coffee. Simple to use with only a few features which is exactly what we were looking for.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great choice for coffee lovers
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Great coffee machine for coffee lovers . It has readable filters that us convenient. One cup to up to 6 cups coffee at a time . Also it has timer on it .
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Really good coffee maker
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Works really good,way better then coffee maker i had before,i think it was mr cofee,that made coffee taste like crap after a while
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good Coffee Maker
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Very easy to use and makes good coffee. All operations are simple and intuitive.
The clock runs a little fast, but it’s not a big issue. It picks up about 4 seconds per day compared to our other clocks.
Comes with a reusable filter, but we have found clean up a little easier if we just use the paper filters we had left over from our old coffee maker.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Coffee quality, Size
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great coffee maker
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Great coffee maker. Easy to set up, no hassle brewing, and it doesn't take up a lot of space.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Coffee quality, Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Value
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Great coffee Maschine for the price. I’ve only used it a couple times but it has functioned perfectly. I’m not a coffee aficionado but it’s best coffee Maschine I’ve had.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Coffee quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Coffee
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Great coffee maker !Thanks so much for a great coffee maker!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Overall performance
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome wake up.
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Love everything about this! The strong feature is on point.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect
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I loved my coffee maker, the coffee comes out super warm