No Coffee Again

No matter how cheap it was, it should have lasted for longer than a month. Contact Mr. Coffee directly and tell them what has happened. Really, they should replace it.

 

That's the problem with cheap gadgets. They break quickly, and usually you don't have a guarantee on it. That's why I usually buy a medium-priced item with a warranty that lasts at least for 6 months. But, admittedly, it has happened to me, that some products that I bought broke exactly one or two days after the warranty ran out.

 

I would return it. That's ridiculous. Even the super cheapo ones usually last longer than that. I did have to replace mine often when I had hard water. I decided if it was destroying the coffee pot that it probably wasn't very good for me either, so I got a water filter. The coffee maker lasted much longer after I started using filtered water in it.

Still, quitting after less than a month just doesn't sound right. Can you take it back to the store? If not, I'd do like missbishi said, and contact the manufacturer.

I'm like you in that I must have coffee first thing, so I feel your pain. lol

 

I would definitely have to agree with something that one of the earlier posters on this thread has said. You should really just go straight to Mr. Coffee and complain about this. Many companies would rather you do that and they will usually reimburse you very handsomely.

 

I completely understand about the caffeine deprivation headaches.
That's why I have backup coffee makers. If my electric coffee maker dies, I have a glass French press. If my French press gets broken ,I have a metal stove top espresso pot. The French press and the stove top espresso pot are also handy if the electricity goes out because I can use the gas stove to heat the espresso pot or boil the water for the French press. I think the last time I only owned one coffee pot was 20 years ago.

 

Hopefully that response means a brand new machine! Really, they should be giving you a new machine and some merchandise, because they goofed on their product, so they should make up for it with pride.

 

Oh nice one, let's hope you get a replacements coffee maker soon! How are you managing in the meantime?

 

Well, I am glad that you agree with my sentiment! I am happy that you got a response back, and it seems like a relatively quick response, so that is good on the companies' part. Hopefully, you will be fully compensated and maybe you will receive more than you thought you were going to! You're welcome for the suggestion.

 

I bought a $20 coffeemaker that has lasted at least a month so far. It's a pretty handy thing, and it's programmable, AND it's a Mr. Coffee coffeemaker. I think you just got a dud and were unlucky. Even some of the cheapest coffeemakers can last for quite some time after all. Hopefully, they send you a replacement free of charge.

 

I tend to use instant coffee, I find it much much easier to use and is fast! Although I so enjoy a freshly ground coffee, sometimes it is just too much like hard work to do, plus getting a coffee machine that is reliable can be hard to find too.

 

Haha, that made me have a laugh "Your coffee maker dying is just like running out of toilet paper, or dish soap, or oxygen", I completely agree. I think that sometimes, we have to use our mind on such things and think twice, you'd realize we do unusual things, when we don't really have to. I'm not much of a coffee consumer, but I do it in a weird way, full milk and no water at all, I heat it in the microwave!

 

I always ensure that I get good value for money when it comes to my electronics. But there's that fine line between affordable and cheap in terms of quality, so I usually go for known brands that I know will stand the test of time. This usually translates to more expensive, but I'd rather that than an item that's likely to break down on me when I least expect it.

You really do get what you pay for, in my opinion. The good thing is, you may get a replacement because you only just bought it. Providing you have your receipt!

 

I'm the same way. I have several backups. I actually sold my main coffee maker when I needed some money, and am using my 'backup' drip maker, which happens to be Mr Coffee. I've had good luck with it, it's never failed me. I also have at least 3 french presses, a percolator, and even a Melitta Filter Drip single cup maker. I go through periods when I can't have coffee, mainly due to my reflux and ulcer, but when I can have it, I absolutely want and need it.

 

You should definitely ask for a replacement. If you're nervous that Mr. Coffee will deliver yet another poor quality product, you should invest in a better quality machine. Lasts longer AND better coffee.

 

Yikes, I have a back up coffee maker. I was thinking of getting rid of it because it leaks..Don't they all?? But I guess I will hold onto it for just such a catrosphe. I am not obsessed with coffee, but I do drink it every morning so having it is something I am used to. Mr. Coffee is usually a good brand, but I guess there can be lemons in all product lines.

 

I think you're doing the right thing there by keeping a spare, @Ke Gordon! you've definitely given me an idea. I love coffee and don't feel fully awake until I've had had my daily dose. I wouldn't want to find that my one machine has conked out and not be able to have any on any one morning, especially if i'm going to work!