7 Tips on How to Choose the Right Coffee-Maker

Ramesh Chembath

Appliances Expert

Text: Relin Hedly
Photograph: iStock.com & Usha International

Are you confused about which coffee-maker suits your preference? Ramesh Chembath, Business Head – Kitchen Appliances, Usha International, offers you some simple tips to help you make your choice easier.

Usha's 3230 model has overheating protection and a concealed heating element, among other user-friendly features.

1. The first and most important factor while purchasing a coffee machine is to check whether it is easy to use. It should have buttons with indicators on it. This ensures ease of use.

2. Speed is another important aspect for coffee lovers. Ensure that the machine does not take more than five minutes to brew.

3. If coffee is all about aroma for you, look for a coffee machine with an aroma function. All you need to do is press a button – and the aroma is released when the water trickles into the filter basket.

4. Check whether the machine has a protective mechanism such as an auto shut-off button that comes in handy if the coffee machine/water becomes too hot when left unattended.

5. Portable filter is another useful feature. This holds the filter containing the coffee. While at the store, see if you are able to fit and remove the filter easily.

6. You should be able to remove and lift the drip tray easily. This ensures minimum spilling of leftover coffee.

7. The heating element is normally concealed for safety purposes. Choose a machine that has this feature.

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Ramesh Chembath

Appliances Expert

Ramesh Chembath has been working with Usha International as Business Head â€“ Kitchen Appliances since May 2015. He has nearly two decades of experience in building and leading great teams to deliver exceptional growth in highly competitive industries through innovative strategic business initiatives. He was chosen amongst the top 50 most talented CMO&#39;s of India in 2014. Ramesh Chembath is a certified CII Business Excellence Auditor and was recognised for Excellence in Marketing at â€˜The Asian Brand & Leadership Summit 2013â€™ in Dubai among several other accolades.

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