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The best 5 cup coffee maker for you depends on how much coffee you brew at once, how much room sits under your cabinets and how long you want the pot to stay warm. This guide covers five small drip brewers, all listed at 5 cups. We found only five in-stock listings that truly fit the size, so we kept the list at five instead of adding larger or single-serve machines. The listings differ in pause features, warming plate details, filters and footprint.
Every detail here comes from each product’s Amazon listing, and we did not test these coffee makers in person. Scores follow the four criteria in the How We Score section, and our Editorial Policy explains how we handle listing data.
Top 3 5-Cup Coffee Makers at a Glance
Tasty 5-Cup Coffee Maker, Aqua (TY13563)
- Mesh filter, also works with basket-style paper filters
- Auto pause with a drip stop valve
- Carafe and lid are dishwasher safe, top rack
Newhouse 5-Cup Drip Coffee Maker (NHCM-001-5)
- Warming plate, then auto shutoff after 1 hour
- Shortest listed here at 8.86 inches tall
- Fill marks for 1 to 5 cups on window and carafe
CAYNEL 5-Cup Drip Coffee Machine (CM45707)
- 750 ml removable water reservoir
- Dry burn protection cuts power
- Listed 6-minute brew time
How We Score
We score each coffee maker out of 10 on four criteria, using only what its Amazon listing states. A clearly listed, strong feature earns 8 to 10, a partial one 6 to 7, a feature the listing does not mention 5, and one the listing shows as absent or contrary 2 to 4. The overall score is the weighted total.
| Criterion | Weight | What we look at |
|---|---|---|
| Brew convenience | 30% | Pause and serve, simple controls, water windows and fill marks |
| Keep warm | 25% | Warming plate details, listed hold time and auto shutoff |
| Size and footprint | 25% | Listed cups and ounces, dimensions and weight for a small counter |
| Cleaning and warranty | 20% | Reusable filters, dishwasher-safe parts and listed warranty length |
5-Cup Coffee Makers Compared
| Product | Best For | Type | Key Spec | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Tasty 5-Cup | Best Paper Filter Compatibility | 5-cup glass carafe | 5 cups, mesh or paper filter | 7.7 | View |
 Newhouse 5-Cup | Best 1-Hour Auto Shutoff | 5-cup glass carafe | 5 cups, 8.86 in tall | 7.6 | View |
 CAYNEL 5-Cup | Best Removable Water Reservoir | 5-cup glass carafe | 5 cups, 750 ml reservoir | 6.9 | View |
 Elite Gourmet | Best Swing-Out Filter Basket | 5-cup glass carafe | 5 cups, swing-out basket | 6.8 | View |
 Gourmia 5-Cup | Best High-Wattage Brewer | 5-cup glass carafe | 5 cups, 700 watts | 6.5 | View |
1. Tasty 5-Cup Coffee Maker, Aqua (TY13563)
- Only pick that lists both a mesh filter and paper filter use
- Auto pause and serve with a drip stop valve
- Easy-view reservoir with level marks
- Top rack dishwasher-safe carafe and lid, plus a 1-year limited warranty
- Listing gives no wattage or weight
- No keep warm hold time or auto shutoff listed
- Carafe markings start at 2 cups, not 1
| Capacity | 5 cups |
|---|---|
| Filter | Reusable fine mesh or basket paper |
| Dimensions | 6 x 7 x 9.5 in |
| Color | Aqua |
The Tasty TY13563 is a 5-cup drip coffee maker in aqua with a simple on/off switch and no programming. The description gives its size as 6 by 7 by 9.5 inches. An easy-view water reservoir has level marks, and the glass carafe has measurement markings for 2 to 5 cups, so you can brew a smaller pot when you need less.
The included fine mesh filter is permanent, and the listing says standard basket-style paper filters, sold separately, also fit. It is the only pick here that names both options. Auto pause and serve uses a drip stop valve to hold the flow while you pour. A warming plate keeps coffee hot after brewing, though no hold time is listed. The carafe and lid are dishwasher safe on the top rack, and the description lists a 1-year limited warranty. Score: brew convenience 8, keep warm 7, size and footprint 7, cleaning and warranty 9.
Who the Tasty 5-Cup fits best
Choose it if you want to switch between a mesh filter and paper filters.
Who should skip the Tasty 5-Cup
Skip it if you want listed wattage or weight details before you buy.
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2. Newhouse 5-Cup Drip Coffee Maker (NHCM-001-5)
- Only pick with a listed shutoff time, 1 hour after brewing
- Shortest listed height here at 8.86 inches
- Pause and serve and a power light
- Removable, reusable mesh filter
- Feature list says about 20 oz while the description says 25 oz
- Listing gives no warranty
- No weight listed
| Capacity | 5 cups (0.6 L) |
|---|---|
| Wattage | 650 watts |
| Dimensions | 7.4 x 5.63 x 8.86 in |
| Shutoff | After 1 hour |
The Newhouse NHCM-001-5 is a compact 5-cup drip coffee maker with a glass carafe. The feature list says a full carafe is 0.6 L, about 20 oz or two and a half 8 oz mugs, while the description lists 0.6 liters as 25 oz. Since 0.6 L is close to 20 oz, plan on the smaller figure. Fill marks on the water window and carafe show 1 to 5 cups.
After brewing, a non-stick warming plate keeps coffee warm, and the machine turns itself off after 1 hour, the only shutoff time listed among these picks. Pause and serve lets you pour mid-brew, and a light shows when it is on. A removable mesh filter replaces paper filters. Brand lists 7.4 by 5.63 by 8.86 inches, 650 watts, 120 volts and ETL Listed status, but no warranty. Score: brew convenience 8, keep warm 8, size and footprint 7, cleaning and warranty 7.
Who the Newhouse 5-Cup fits best
Choose it if you want the plate to switch off on its own and need a short brewer for low cabinets.
Who should skip the Newhouse 5-Cup
Skip it if you want a full 25 oz pot or a listed warranty.
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3. CAYNEL 5-Cup Drip Coffee Machine (CM45707)
- Only pick with a removable water reservoir in its listing
- Dry burn protection when the water runs low
- Description lists 25 oz and a 6-minute brew
- Non-stick heating plate and pause and serve
- Tallest listed here at 11 inches
- Dimensions appear only in the feature list
- Listing gives no warranty or weight
| Capacity | 5 cups (750 ml, 25 oz) |
|---|---|
| Wattage | 600 watts |
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 5.5 x 11 in |
| Brew time | 6 minutes |
The CAYNEL CM45707 is a 5-cup drip coffee machine, and its title names a 750 ml removable water reservoir, the only removable reservoir listed among these picks. The description lists 25 oz, or 5 cups, per brew and 6 minutes of brewing, the only brew time given here. The feature list gives the size as 8.5 by 5.5 by 11 inches, which makes it the tallest listed pick.
An on/off switch with an indicator light runs the machine, and the description lists automatic pause and serve. Dry burn protection cuts the power when the water level is too low or the inside gets too hot. A non-stick heating plate sits under the glass carafe, and the description also names a thermostatic function. A reusable filter replaces paper filters. The description lists 600 watts, with no warranty or weight given. Score: brew convenience 8, keep warm 7, size and footprint 6, cleaning and warranty 6.
Who the CAYNEL 5-Cup fits best
Choose it if you want to carry the water reservoir to the sink to fill it.
Who should skip the CAYNEL 5-Cup
Skip it if you have under 11 inches of clearance below your cabinets.
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4. Elite Gourmet 5-Cup Drip Coffee Maker (EHC-5055)
- Swing-out basket holds a reusable filter
- Pause 'N Serve for pouring mid-brew
- Description says all removable parts are dishwasher safe
- Dimensions and 2.6-pound weight listed
- Description ends by calling it a 4-cup coffeemaker
- No warming plate or keep warm function described
- Listing gives no warranty
| Capacity | 5 cups |
|---|---|
| Wattage | 600 watts |
| Dimensions | 7.9 x 6.6 x 9.2 in |
| Weight | 2.6 pounds |
The Elite Gourmet EHC-5055 is a 5-cup drip coffee maker with a glass carafe and a simple on/off switch with a power light, and the listing says it has no extra programming. A semi-transparent reservoir holds up to 5 cups of water and has a water level indicator. The features and spec table say 5 cups, and the description opens with a 5-cup name, though its last line calls it a 4-cup coffeemaker.
Its reusable filter sits in a swing-out basket, the only one listed here, and the description says all removable parts and accessories are dishwasher safe. Pause 'N Serve lets you pull the carafe and pour during the brew. The features and description do not mention a warming plate or keep warm function. The spec table lists 600 watts, 7.9 by 6.6 by 9.2 inches and 2.6 pounds, with no warranty stated. Score: brew convenience 8, keep warm 5, size and footprint 7, cleaning and warranty 7.
Who the Elite Gourmet fits best
Choose it if you want a basket that swings out for easy filling and dishwasher-safe parts.
Who should skip the Elite Gourmet
Skip it if a clearly listed warming plate matters to you.
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5. Gourmia 5-Cup Drip Coffee Maker (GCM3510)
- Highest listed wattage among the picks at 700 watts
- One-touch operation
- Pause and serve for pouring mid-brew
- Keep warm function and easy-view water window
- Spec table lists the filter as not included
- No cleaning details or warranty listed
- No weight or keep warm hold time listed
| Capacity | 5 cups |
|---|---|
| Wattage | 700 watts |
| Dimensions | 9 x 6 x 10 in |
| Filter | Not included per spec table |
The Gourmia GCM3510 is a 5-cup drip coffee maker with a glass carafe and one-touch operation. The spec table lists 700 watts, the highest wattage listed among these picks, along with 120 volts and a size of 9 by 6 by 10 inches. An easy-view water window helps you check the level as you fill, and the listing pitches it for solo mornings or sharing.
Pause and serve lets you pour a cup before the brew cycle ends. The listing says a keep warm function holds the coffee at serving temperature until you pour, though it gives no hold time or shutoff. The spec table lists the filter type as not included, and the listing names no reusable filter, dishwasher-safe parts or warranty, so plan on buying filters. Score: brew convenience 8, keep warm 7, size and footprint 6, cleaning and warranty 4.
Who the Gourmia 5-Cup fits best
Choose it if you want simple one-touch brewing with pause and serve and a keep warm function.
Who should skip the Gourmia 5-Cup
Skip it if you want a filter in the box or a listed warranty.
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How to Choose the Best 5 Cup Coffee Maker for One or Two People
Check ounces, not just cups
Cup counts vary by brand. The CAYNEL lists 5 cups as 25 oz, while the Newhouse feature list puts a full 5-cup carafe at about 20 oz, or two and a half 8 oz mugs.
Look for pause and serve
Every pick here lists pause and serve, so you can pour the first cup before the brew finishes.
Decide how long coffee needs to stay hot
Most small brewers keep coffee warm on a plate under the carafe. A listed auto shutoff tells you the plate will not stay on all day.
Measure under your cabinets
Listed heights on these picks run from under 9 inches to 11 inches, so compare them with the space between your counter and cabinets.
Pick a filter style
A permanent mesh filter saves buying paper filters, while a model that also takes paper filters gives you a choice. Check whether a filter comes in the box.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best 5 cup coffee maker for a small kitchen?
The Tasty 5-Cup scores highest here. It lists a 6 by 7 by 9.5-inch size, auto pause and serve, a mesh filter that also takes paper filters and a 1-year limited warranty. The Newhouse 5-Cup is close behind and is the shortest listed pick at 8.86 inches.
How many ounces does a 5-cup coffee maker make?
It depends on the listing. The CAYNEL lists 25 oz, while the Newhouse feature list says about 20 oz, and the Tasty, Elite Gourmet and Gourmia listings give no ounce figure.
Which 5-cup coffee maker turns off on its own?
The Newhouse 5-Cup is the only pick with a listed shutoff time, 1 hour after brewing. The CAYNEL lists dry burn protection that cuts power when the water runs low.
Can I use paper filters in these 5-cup coffee makers?
The Tasty 5-Cup is the only pick that says basket-style paper filters fit alongside its mesh filter. The Newhouse, CAYNEL and Elite Gourmet list reusable filters, and the Gourmia spec table lists the filter as not included.
Which 5-cup coffee maker is easiest to fill?
The CAYNEL lists a removable 750 ml water reservoir, and the Newhouse shows 1 to 5 cup fill marks on both its water window and carafe.
Final Verdict
The best 5 cup coffee maker in this group is the Tasty 5-Cup for its auto pause and serve, a mesh filter that also takes paper filters and a 1-year limited warranty. The Newhouse 5-Cup is a close second with a 1-hour auto shutoff and the shortest listed height at 8.86 inches, and the CAYNEL 5-Cup suits buyers who want a removable water reservoir and dry burn protection. Check the current price and size on Amazon before you order.
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