Cuisinart Perfectemp 14-Cup Programmable Coffee Maker
The Cuisinart DCC-3200P1 blends performance with convenience, featuring advanced brewing technology that ensures optimal temperature without sacrificing coffee quality. It stands out with its generous 14-cup glass carafe, user-friendly control panel, and customizable features. Whether you want a single bold cup in the morning or enough for a family brunch, this machine adapts to your needs. Durable, stylish, and loaded with intuitive features, it’s a robust addition to any kitchen countertop.
Product Highlights & Features
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PerfecTemp Technology: Brew hotter coffee without burning the flavor.
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Brew Strength Control: Choose between regular and bold flavors.
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14-Cup Glass Carafe: Designed with a stainless steel accent handle for a modern look.
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1–4 Cup Setting: Optimized for smaller batches without sacrificing taste.
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24-Hour Programmability: Schedule your brew time with ease.
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Auto Shut-Off (0–4 hours): Enhanced safety and energy efficiency.
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Ready Alert Tone: Audible signal when brewing is done (can be turned off).
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Easy-View Water Window: Quickly see water levels for precise filling.
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Gold-Tone Coffee Filter & Charcoal Water Filter: For cleaner water and better-tasting coffee.
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Brew Pause™ Feature: Grab a cup mid-brew without waiting.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
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| Brand | Cuisinart |
| Model | DCC-3200P1 Perfectemp |
| Capacity | 14 cups (approx. 5 oz per cup) |
| Material | Stainless Steel, Glass, Plastic |
| Color | Stainless |
| Dimensions | 12″ D x 12″ W x 12″ H |
| Weight | 7.5 lbs |
| Voltage | 120 Volts |
| Wattage | 1100 Watts |
| Coffee Maker Type | Drip Coffee Machine |
| Filter Type | Gold-tone reusable + optional paper |
| Programmability | 24-hour, auto start/stop, brew strength, 1–4 cup |
| Special Features | Auto shut-off, Brew Pause, water filter |
| User Interface | Push-button with backlit LCD |
| Warranty | Limited 3-year manufacturer’s warranty |
Final Verdict
The Cuisinart DCC-3200P1 Perfectemp Coffee Maker is a top-tier choice for those seeking reliability, customization, and great-tasting coffee at home. Its large capacity, precision temperature control, and brew strength options make it a versatile companion for both daily use and entertaining guests. The programmable settings and thoughtful features like auto shut-off and Brew Pause add convenience, while its durable design ensures longevity. While it’s priced a bit higher than basic models, the investment is justified by its performance and quality. For coffee lovers who want control, flavor, and functionality, this coffee maker is a smart, long-term addition to the kitchen.
⭐ Rating: 4.5/5 – A smart buy for serious coffee drinkers.
Nicole –
Makes a great cup of coffee!
I love the Cuisinart brand and I love this coffee maker. This purchase was a replacement for our old one that finally went kaput. But we had it for years and years, using it every single day, so we definitely got our use out of it. This is the exact same style as the last one but a little updated with a very clean look that is looks fine out on the countertop. It perfectly fits our space…not so tall that it doesn’t fit under the cabinets. Of course, we have to pull it forward to pour the water into the top. But it has a reusable filter that is washable so you don’t have to use paper filters, which is wonderful. It’s programmable so I can set it the night before and it will make the coffee for me in the morning as I’m getting ready for work. The best part, however, is the “bold” button that can make the coffee stronger when it’s brewing…my husband and I both like a strong cup. I’m sure this will last just as long as the last one. But when it goes, I’m sure we’ll repeat our purchase again!
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Amazon Customer –
Best way to get coffee in your mug.
Bought this to replace the Braun coffee maker I was running. The clock on that one was always drifting. Plus the coffee basket (not the mesh one, the plastic one) broke after removing it a few times. Not having a measure for the water that could be viewed from outside the maker was a total PITA.I had the previous generation of this coffee maker and liked it. Until it had issues and needed to replaced. Pretty sure one of the power outages I had did that one in.I do like how this one is updated for functions. But still retains the important ones, and the settings are easy to make. Being able to set the hot plate to a lower temperature is no small item IMO. I keep it on low so that the coffee doesn’t get too hot if it sits. Auto off is pretty standard these days. Being able to easily set the value for hour/minutes is far better than the Braun.Another spot where the Cuisinart is better is the ‘finished’ notification. The Braun didn’t have that at all. This one DOES. Which means I don’t need to be even close to it when it’s done, and I’ll know it’s done. Might not be a big deal for people, but it’s the ‘little things’ that make a large difference.IF this one had an issue in the future, I’ll probably get another to replace it. I do wish they offered a smaller capacity model with the same feature set. Since I only use the 1-4 cup mode. Having an 8 or even 10 cup capacity model would be welcome. Hell, I’d LOVE to find a maker with the same features in the 1-4 range what wasn’t a stupid price.
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L. SnowL. Snow –
DCC 3200 compared to older 1200 model
We’ve replaced an older Cuisinart DCC-1200 with this DCC-3200. Since it’s a popular line, I thought others might be interested in how they compare. (In the attached comparison photos, the 1200 is on the left and the 3200 is on the right):Taste: Coffee in the 3200 is more flavorful. A new machine might be expected to be better, but I think they’ve gotten the flow and temperature of the brewing process better.Temperature: The brewed coffee is much hotter. Both units have three temperature settings for the hot plate, but the settings on the 3200 are hotter.Size and Capacity. The 3200 handles 14 cups compared to the 1200’s 12 cups. Yet as you can see from the photos, they are the same height to fit on a counter. They seem to get the extra capacity by making the 3200 a little deeper from front to back. We’ve been surprised at how useful the extra capacity is.Carafe: The new glass carafe is just like the old one, only larger. It pours nicely with or without the lid on it. The new lid works the same as the old one, popping off and on. (I read some complaints about the lid on an intervening model with a spring opening, but if so, they fixed that by going back to the 1200 style).As far as I can tell, there isn’t a version of the 3200 designed for a thermal carafe like there is for the 12-cup models. I prefer the glass carafe because it keeps the coffee hotter longer, and I can always pour the coffee into a thermal carafe if I want to.Water Filling. The bigger size also increases the size of the water fill hole. The lid on the top of the 3200 unit raises to 90 degrees straight up, where the lid on the 1200 tilted further back and out of the way. Still the 3200 is easier to fill, and I suspect that the restriction on the tilt may help preserve the integrity of the hot water tube.Sneak a Cup. Taking out the carafe to sneak a cup during brewing worked great on the 1200 with little dripping, and still does on the 3200.Basket. The basket on the 3200 is very similar to the 1200, but a slightly different shape to accommodate more grounds for 14 cups. Actually, grounds just barely fit with a 4 cup paper filter in the new basket, and sometimes go above the filter in the basket. The basket actually seems more designed for the included gold filter.Water filter. The 3200 uses the exact same carbon filters and filter holder as the 1200, but the holder seems to fit more snugly in its hole, which may help prevent clogging (see below)Beep. The 3200 allows you to turn of the coffee-ready beep if you want.Controls. Controls on the 3200 are a little easier. The 3200 uses all push buttons with no switches. Separate hour and minute settings make it a little easier to program and set the clock. There is a new “Bold” setting which does indeed seem to result in stronger coffee. There is still a setting for smaller, 1-4 cup pots, but I never use that. You can still set the hot plate to stay hot for up to 4 hours, which is important to me. There is a fairly bright blue glow from the LED display on the 3200.Cleaning. There was a sensor button on the hot plate of the 1200 that’s gone on the 3200, so the plate stays cleaner. The extra stainless steel looks good on the 3200 but probably shows smudges more and might benefit from special cleaner fluids.Coffee Grounds Overflowing and Clogging. This was the biggest problem before, and I don’t know if it’s fixed, but it seems better. On the 1200, if you put too many coffee grounds in the filter it could overflow in the brewing process, and sometimes grounds would get into the water system and clog the tube. The 1200 was designed not to be repairable, but customers tried anyway with some difficulty. After one successful repair, we eventually had to replace the 1200. So far, we have not had any overflow issues with the 3200. The larger basket (with possibly a bigger drip opening), the deeper reservoir and longer case, and the more stable, non-tilting lid may help with this, but we will see how it works over time. I do notice that they made the bottom panel easier to remove, with regular screws instead of Torx, if it ever comes to that. My one tip for users is to always use the filter holder with a filter in it, even if your water is fine, because that should help prevent grounds from getting into the heating system.In all, the 3200 is an excellent replacement for the 1200, and worth the extra money if you are choosing between the two models new.
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Miss Kitt from New England –
Best coffeemaker I’ve ever owned.
This is the coffeemaker I should have bought a long time ago. I have continued to by the cheep $20 or $30 ones at Walmart that end up leaking and do NOT stop brewing when you pour a cup mid cycle. This one has a lid that snaps on and stays on. The pot sets in easily, no tricky misses allowing coffee to brew all over the place. Best of all: No grounds in the brewed coffee. My husband always complained the coffee wasn’t hot enough. This one satisfied his need for hotter coffee. We’ve only had it about a month but we are very pleased. Worth the extra money. I also love that it stays on for 4 hours instead of 2 since my husband is up around 3:00 AM and I don’t get up till 5 or 6. Highly recommend this.
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Jeffrey S –
So Many Features!
I had a similar model to this one that I had purchased years ago. When the power cord started to get really stiff due to age (it was over 15 years old), I wanted to replace it for safety reasons. I had decided to go cheap, and bought a Mr. Coffee 12-cup. It was a total disappointment – it never got the coffee hot enough after brewing, was so difficult to clean, and didn’t have an auto shut-off feature.So, I ditched it and bought this model from Cuisinart. Just like my old one, I am SO pleased with its features! First of all, I appreciate the fact that the clock display is backlit (pleasant blue light) for ease of seeing the time and programming features. Second, I appreciate that you can adjust the temperature of the warming plate to your taste. Third, and VERY important, it has an auto shut-off feature that is programmable. I don’t have to worry whether or not I forgot to turn off the coffee maker resulting in burnt coffee/caraffe and/or a fire hazard. When it shuts off automatically, you receive 3 beeps to confirm that it is indeed off. Fourth, the programming for auto brew is simple and straightforward. And finally, there is an additional button on the front to make the brew extra dark/strong.It brews coffee fairly quickly (but not so quick as to fail extracting flavor) and keeps it warm after brewing. The coffee maker comes with a gold-plated filter as well as a couple of paper filters so you can decide which is your preference (I prefer the gold reusable filter). It is super easy to fill AND there is a window/guage on the right rear that shows how much water is in the reservoir. If you happen to spill grounds outside of the filter, cleanup is very easy – there are very few places where stray grounds can hide. The filter, filter holder and caraffe are all dishwasher safe (although I prefer to hand wash to extend the life of plastic parts). The number of cups is clearly marked on the caraffe so that you can easily fill to desired capacity.All in all, I predict that this coffee maker will give me years of service, just like the old Cuisinart did. The manufacturer did a great job in intuitive interface and product design. I highly recommend this coffee maker. Sure, you can buy cheaper models, but the thought and quality of design of this coffee maker makes it an easy choice to spend a few extra $$$.
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Amazon Customer –
Great Look–Great Coffee!
This coffee maker produces great tasting coffee in a relatively short time. This model is an upgrade design from the one that we have now and it is quite an improvement. The push-button controls work very well and the lighted screen can be easily seen. The settings buttons around the screen are MUCH easier to use than on the model this item replaced.We don’t use the metal coffee ground filter because they are actually a dirty, nasty mess that you have to clean everyday! We use a #4 paper filter and the machine makes great coffee with no mess that you have to clean up later. Also, the item sets us a little higher on its legs; this is great if you spill water, etc. and it runs under the unit. The coffee pot itself is a nice size and easy to handle (you can put as little or as much water in it as you wish).Please note, the first couple of times you use the coffee maker it will make “strange” noises. We found that this does not indicate problems it is just the new material expanding/contracting due to the heat being applied to it. No worries!Overall you will like your new machine. We have had this brand for many years and the coffee makers we had expired from “old age” and not because of defects.
10 people found this helpful
Martin Landau (not the actor) –
Outstanding Coffeemaker!
As you read, please know this review is written by a coffeemaker snob with extremely high standards. Now to the good news. This is a great machine and delivers a piping hot carafe of coffee, flavorful and bold (I use the bold feature every brew). You can make a surprising volume of coffee with this 14-cup carafe. I am impressed with the speed an 8-cup carafe brews to ready. It makes an audible beeping alert (optional) when the pot is ready.I like a piping hot cup of Joe. This machine delivers. Even the second cup is piping hot. But it doesn’t cook the coffee like some hotplates do. It has programming features, but I don’t do that. Easy to clean. Comes with a gold screen reusable filter, but I prefer #4 paper filters. You get a small pack of them. I like the little tab that sticks up from the filter holder. Easy to grab.I’m ridiculously picky about my coffee and am here to say this is a great machine and delivers on the basics, which is all I care about. It’s a sleek, modern update to a classic model. I like the buttons, don’t need any touch screens. Cost was $99.95. Reasonable, assuming I work it doggedly, day after day until death.
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idaho2Nevada –
Great Coffee Maker
I have had 2 of these coffee makers now and this is the only brand and model I will ever own. It is easy to clean and it makes really yummy coffee! I love how quiet it is and quick! I think from the time I push the on button the entire pot is full in about 5 minutes. The coffee maker makes 14 cups which is essential for our family. You can program it easily too!
Amazon Customer –
Best coffee maker
I have been looking for the perfect coffee maker for a while. This is it! The reusable filter is awesome. I have not had any grounds in my coffee with it and the ability to program it so my coffee is ready when I wake up in the morning is the best! Love it!
6Rowens6Rowens –
Great Drip Coffee
I bought the Cuisinart DCC-3200BKSP1 in black stainless steel roughly 18 months ago to replace an 8 year old, 10-cup thermal Cuisinart drip coffee maker, which I have used almost daily with no issues.This coffee maker offers the same ease of use, pleasing aesthetic, and reliable operation I expect with a Cuisinart coffee maker. The temperature control works well – I am someone would likes super hot coffee, and the highest temp setting meets my preference, whereas my previous maker was not able to get the coffee to my liking. There is noticeable difference between the 3 temperature settings.My experience with coffee flavor has been positive, coffee is brewed and has good flavor – I have no issues here, but I do feel like it is not quite as good as my old Cuisinart made. As each device is different, there are countless factors that will effect flavor and as with most brewing methods it takes some fine tuning to dial in the coffee to your liking.A few comments on operation and my process using this device:- When the brew is almost complete and the water reservoir is almost empty, the device does make some noises as the pump is trying to suck in the last of the water. This doesn’t bother me but I could see how this would bother some people.- The blue of the LCD screen is a little bit harsh, especially in the middle of the night if you happen to have this nearby where you sleep or if you wander into the kitchen in the dark. Again, not a bit issue, the color could be better/softer but some may see this serve as a small nightlight.- I always wipe the access moisture from the inside of the lid using a paper towel and leave it open to dry after brewing. to prevent any build up of minerals or coffee within the device – plus this keeps it clean and looking brand new.- Using the same paper towel, I occasionally wipe the hot plate and carafe compartment out with the wetted paper towel to clean up any spilled coffee/grounds. This is all I have done as far as cleaning for the entire time I’ve owned the machine (with the exception of using a little stainless steel cleaner on the appropriate parts.For $100, this coffee pot is well worth it for the average coffee drinker. There are some additional colors offered at differing price points, but just know that you are paying for the appearance and the functionality is that of the same $100 coffee pot. With minimal effort as far as maintenance / cleaning, this coffee maker has performed as expected for me for 18 months and there is no reason to think it won’t continue to be a reliable morning companion for years to come.
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