OXO
OXO Barista Brain 9-Cup Coffee Maker - Black/Silver
Best drip brewer for coffee enthusiasts seeking café-quality results at home.
Experience gold-standard coffee at home with this SCA-Certified brewer, meticulously controlling brew time, water temperature, and volume for optimal extraction. Simply add your preferred coffee grounds and water, select your desired cup count, and let the precision brewing system handle the rest. Its unique showerhead ensures even saturation, while the thermal carafe keeps your coffee perfectly hot. Enjoy the convenience of a fully programmable timer with an automatic start function and a clear LED display for brewing status and freshness.
$199.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.1
/ 5
Category Rank
590
/ 983
#590 in Coffee Machines
Price vs Category Average
+17%
Above average
Coffee Machine Type
Drip Coffee Maker
/ Drip Coffee Maker
Who it's for
- Coffee purists seeking cafe-quality extraction standards at home
- Flavor-focused drinkers wanting the best from their beans
- Busy professionals needing coffee ready upon waking
Who should skip it
- Home cooks with limited kitchen counter space
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for basic brewing
- Users preferring low-maintenance, easy-to-clean equipment
Performance breakdown
Brew Consistency
SCA certification guarantees cafe-quality extraction in every single pot.
Temperature Stability
Precision heating maintains the ideal range for optimal flavor development.
Ease of Use
Intuitive interface makes programming your morning cup completely effortless.
Thermal Retention
Stainless steel carafe keeps coffee hot without scorching the flavor profile.
Showerhead Saturation
Rainmaker design ensures grounds are evenly wet for balanced extraction.
Build Quality
Sturdy stainless steel housing feels durable and built for daily use.
Key Specs
Coffee Machine Type
Drip Coffee Maker
Capacity
9 cups
Carafe Material
Thermal Stainless Steel
Programmable Brew Time
Yes
Keep Warm Function
Yes
Housing Material
Stainless Steel
Power
120V/60Hz
Dimensions
15" x 8.3" x 17.2"
Know before you buy
SCA-Certified means this machine meets the rigorous standards of the Specialty Coffee Association for brewing time, water temperature, and extraction quality. Essentially, it is engineered to brew coffee that matches the quality you would expect from a high-end cafe.
Yes, the double-walled stainless steel thermal carafe is designed to retain heat effectively without needing a hot plate. This prevents the coffee from 'cooking' or becoming bitter, which often happens when coffee sits on a heated base.
Absolutely. The machine features a fully programmable timer, allowing you to set a specific brew-start time so your coffee is ready exactly when you wake up.
The Rainmaker showerhead is designed to disperse water evenly over the coffee grounds. This ensures uniform saturation, which prevents dry spots and leads to a more balanced, consistent extraction compared to standard drip machines.
Yes, all plastic components that come into contact with water or coffee are BPA-free, ensuring your brew remains clean and free from unwanted chemicals.
The internal mixing tube is a clever design feature that mixes the coffee as it brews into the carafe. This ensures that the first cup poured is just as strong and flavorful as the last.
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