Top 7 Best Coffee Makers with Hot Water Dispenser - Reviewed
Quick summary
 Cuisinart CHW-12 Coffee Plus 12-Cup A truly great find with a host of useful settings, automated processes, and a large capacity carafe, and all of this for a good price.  best overall |
 Hamilton Beach 49980A 2-Way Single Serve Brewer Coffee machine with the independent hot water system and hot water tank that holds 54 oz.  |
 Mr. Coffee BVMC-DMX85-RB Versatile Brew 12-Cup The carafe fits 12 servings of regular or strong coffee and will keep coffee warm for two hours. |
Call it blasphemy, but coffee isn't the only thing one might want to get from the kitchen. That's why coffee makers evolved from espresso to latte, macchiato, and beyond. But there's one neat feature that makes them even more versatile, and that's a hot water dispenser. It's indispensable for an occasional cup of tea or instant soup. For a coffee maker with hot water system, the possibilities are endless, and today we're happy to present seven outstanding options for your kitchen.
The Best Coffee Maker With Hot Water Dispenser: TOP-7
Cuisinart CHW-12 Coffee Plus 12-Cup Programmable Coffeemaker
- Separate coffee and hot water tanks
- Three hot plate temperature settings
- Programmable delayed brewing
- Sneak-a-cup feature
- Self-cleaning program
- Removable drip tray to fit travel mugs
- BPA-free plastic may come with a strong odor
- Unreliable customer support
What we love most about this machine is the independent hot water system that can work separately from the coffee maker or in parallel. This means you can brew yourself a cuppa while treating your guests to cocoa, hot chocolate, or tea. The hot water tank holds 54 oz, so it's enough for making an oatmeal breakfast or soup for dinner. The two LED indicators will let you know when the water runs low and when it's ready for use.
The coffee maker is a classic drip machine with a couple of useful twists. For one, you can sneak a cuppa in the middle of the brew cycle or prepare a third of the volume (1-4 cups) instead of using the full carafe. The latter is kept warm by the heating plate that has three temperature settings. The self-cleaning feature is also a nice touch; all you need to do is add some vinegar into the water and run the cycle to descale and clean the machine.
Hamilton Beach 49980A 2-Way Single Serve Brewer and Coffee Maker
- Carafe and single-serve brewing
- Two strength options (bold and regular)
- Sneak-a-cup for carafe brewing
- 24-hour programmable brewing
- Filter and scoop included
- Travel mug not included
- Questionable durability
This stylish device is truly a swiss army knife of drip coffee makers. You can either brew the whole 12-cup pot and enjoy the coffee kept warm by the hot plate throughout the day or opt for a single-serve option. The latter can double as a hot water dispenser if you don't add the ground beans to the hopper before brewing. You'll get as much hot water as you add to the side water tank, so it's easy to measure using a mug.
The carafe fits 12 servings of coffee, and you can easily pause the cycle to grab a cup out of turn. You can also program the machine to start brewing coffee for your travel mug or carafe right in time for breakfast. Unlike most drip machines, this model has an extra button to choose your coffee's strength between regular and bold.
Mr. Coffee BVMC-DMX85-RB Versatile Brew 12-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker
- Independent coffee and hot water tanks
- Programmable delayed brewing
- Fresh brew timer
- Automatic brewing pause to grab a cup
- Regular and strong coffee options
- Automatic shutoff after 2 hours with no reheating option
If you're tired of awkwardly fitting your travel mug or oatmeal bowl under the hot water spout, you'll love this versatile beauty by Mr. Coffee. Its drip tray is super accommodating for cups and bowls of all sizes. Besides, the hot water tank is separate from the coffee spout, and you can use them simultaneously. The sliding and pressing movement of the lever may seem a bit unwieldy at first, but it's for your own protection from spilling hot water on accident.
The carafe fits 12 servings of regular or strong coffee, and you can pause the brew cycle to pour a cuppa out of turn. You can brew instantly or program delayed brewing to wake up with the enticing aroma filling your home. There's even a fresh brew timer that shows how long the coffee has been sitting on a warming plate. However, the machine will keep coffee warm for two hours max; after that, there won't be any way to reheat the brew without starting a new cycle.
Keurig K150 Single Cup Commercial K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker
- Fast and convenient brewing
- Five cup sizes from 4 to 12 oz
- Extra strong option available
- Programmable delayed brewing
- Removable water tank (75 oz)
- Brushed metal finish and intuitive controls
- Single spout for coffee and hot water
- K-cup recycling issues
If you love the ease and speed of pod coffee makers, this model will make you swoon. It has chic and glamorous looks on its side beside the extra features to make any coffee lover drool. Aside from five cup sizes and two strength settings, there's even an iced coffee option that's a must-have during scorching summer months. The device gets extra brownie points for delayed brewing capabilities, as well as LED water level and descaling indicators. Who doesn't love a coffee maker that takes care of itself?
The hot water button is front and center on the control panel, impossible to miss, and perfect for soups, oatmeal, cocoa, or tea. However, the hot water/coffee dispenser's single spout makes it impossible to brew coffee and pour hot water simultaneously. You may also feel a bit of a coffee aftertaste if you switch between settings fast.
Ninja Hot and Cold Brewed System
- Multiple brew size options
- Standard and rich strength settings
- 10-minute cold brewing
- Specialty brewing
- Cold and hot frother
- Removable water tank
- Coffee leaking issues
- The thermal carafe isn't dishwasher safe
There's so much to love about this coffee and hot water maker, we don't know where to start. For one, it offers six brew sizes and two strength settings, so whether you want a single cuppa or a full carafe, you can enjoy extra-punchy coffee. Unique cold brew technology will get it ready for you in only ten minutes, and the built-in frother provides a variety of specialty drinks.
For all the benefits and capabilities, this coffee maker doesn't offer hot water per se, unless you skip loading the filter basket. This means cooking cup-o-noodle or instant soup may be out of the question, but the range of drinks you can brew is so impressive, we can't really consider it a drawback. If you do, consider other options on our list.
Brew Express BEC-110BS 10-Cup Countertop Coffee System
- Hooks directly to the water line
- Adjustable cup size
- Brewing status indicators
- Slim design with a smallish footprint
- Adaptor kit needed to run without a water line connection
- Bothersome basket replacement for different brew settings
- The price tag is too high considering its drawbacks
Unlike most machines on this list, Brew Express boasts a water line connection. It means the device will never run out of water or overheat because you've forgotten to top off the tank. It's a bit tricky to connect, and you might need to buy a filter, but the result is well worth it. Unfortunately, if you want to run the coffee maker without a water line connection, you'll need to buy a conversion kit that'll add to the order total.
The hot water dispenser option and pod adapter kit are also available, but you'll need to replace the coffee basket with other parts to make use of those options. It's another way the brand drives up your expenses, and it's a hassle if you want to start your morning with a cuppa and a bowl of oatmeal. All things considered, this model is better suited for coffee-loving households with an occasional need for hot water.
Cuisinart SS-10P1 Premium Single-Serve Coffeemaker
- Removable water tank and drip tray
- Compatible with most pods, including K-cups
- Adjustable brew size and temperature
- Instant hot water dispenser
- Charcoal filter and reusable coffee filter included
- Programmable delayed brewing
- Single-serve brewing only
- Noisy compared to previous models
- Spotty customer support
For such an affordable coffee maker with hot water capabilities, this model sure offers lots of drink options to make the most persnickety caffeine addict fall in love. It works with any type of pod and comes with a reusable filter, and you can brew plenty of hot drinks in an instant, as the machine takes no time to heat the water. For a more intense cuppa, go with the smallest serving (4 oz), and if you're in the mood for a milder flavor, you can bring up the brew size to 12 oz.
Just like coffee brewing, pouring hot water takes no extra time, though there's only one spout, so you need to have your priorities straight. The one thing we don't love about this machine is the lack of a carafe, though the lightning-speed of brewing ensures you can get a cuppa and treat your guests in just a few short minutes.
Advantages of Coffee Makers With Hot Water Dispenser
With a hot water dispenser in your kitchen, the sky's the limit. You can brew a cup of tea or a mugful of hot chocolate with tiny marshmallows. You can even go for a cup-o-noodles or an instant soup if you're ravenous and on a time crunch. Besides, the hot water is always there; all you need to do is press the button or push the lever to start steeping or cooking.
Most devices come with separate tanks, controls, and spouts, so you can have the best of both worlds simultaneously. While your coffee brews, you can make a cup of tea for your partner or steam a healthy oatmeal bowl for breakfast. Think of all the time and energy you can save while you're barely functional in the morning.
Disadvantages of Coffee Makers With Hot Water Dispenser
All the versatility we've mentioned disappears if the coffee maker with hot water tap has a single spout that you can use for java or hot water, but not both at the same time. This design flaw may lead to an unpleasant side effect of everything tasting of coffee, including your oatmeal and soup. The same issue may occur if the hot water tank isn't separate from the coffee maker tank, as water tends to condense on the lid and drip down, contaminating both reservoirs with a coffee aftertaste.
Luckily, these issues are easy to avoid when choosing a coffee machine with a hot water dispenser. Pay attention to water tank and spout design, and you're set.
Things To Consider
Brew Size Options
Coffee makers range from single-serving to 14-cup models, so you can find the right option for your household. The former are great if you're the sole caffeine addict and prefer your coffee fresh. To get a couple of mugfuls at a time, go with middle-sized (4 to 6 cups) machines. The largest devices (10 to 14 cups) are perfect for a family of coffee lovers.
Type of Coffee
You get to choose between coffee and espresso makers, though hybrid models providing both options are now available too. Coffee pod machines are stuck in limbo between the two, and hot water dispensers are perfect if you want something different once in a while and are ready to put an Aeropress or French press to use.
Thermal Carafe
Glass carafes are classic and stylish, but they rely on a warm plate that can overheat and turn your coffee undrinkable. Thermal carafes are usually metal and insulated enough to trap and keep the heat for a couple of hours. You save on electricity bills, and your coffee tastes better, so thermal carafes are a win-win, even if they make the price tag s bit higher.
Manual, Automated or Fully Automated
Manual coffee makers provide you with an immersive, hands-on brewing experience, but they are less intuitive and require more time to get a decent cuppa. As some functions get automated, the devices require less of your time and attention, but they become more expensive. A super-automatic espresso maker may cost more than your first car.
Cleaning
Look for a coffee maker with an LED cleaning or descaling indicator to stay on top of maintenance. For most devices, you'll need to run a single brew cycle with white or apple cider vinegar added to the water tank and a couple of extra cycles to rinse out the taste. Use filtered water to go longer between descaling runs.
Controls
Machines with two water tanks come with separate sets of controls. Most models are very intuitive, with clear icons to guide you through setting the time, programming delayed brewing or choosing coffee strength. Don't go chasing touch screen models, as they are usually more expensive, harder to clean, and less durable.
Maintenance
Simple design and quality build translate into easy daily maintenance for you. For instance, buttons are easier to keep clean and dry than a touch screen. And you can comfortably fill a removable water tank at the sink, though it may be more prone to breaking than a built-in tank. Either way, choose carefully if you want a coffee maker to last a long time.
Conclusion
If you're looking to get some extra mileage out of your coffee maker, hot water dispenser is a must-have. Use our buying guide to consider important details, like the ease of maintenance and cleaning or brew size options. Once you have your priorities straight, find your perfect kitchen helper among the seven excellent models on this list.
FAQ
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How to Clean Cuisinart Coffee Maker with Hot Water Dispenser?
Do everything you'd normally do for a regular coffee maker, so run a brew cycle using a mixture of water (2 parts) and white or apple cider vinegar (1 part) before rinsing the device with clean water. -
How to Add a Hot Water Dispenser to a Bunn-o-matic Coffee Pot?
Not sure there's a way unless you buy a second device for heating and dispensing the water.
Renat Mamatkazin
Founder and owner of Lion Coffee and 3ChampsRoastery, 1st place winner of Ukrainian Barista Championship 2017. Interested in travelling, football and Formula-1 (besides coffee, of course).