The Proctor Silex 48351PS is a compact 900W semi-automatic drip coffee maker at $31.45, with over 3,000 reviews averaging 4.2 stars. It stands out in this price range for dishwasher-safe parts and a listed smart home compatibility.
Budget-conscious buyers who want a simple, easy-to-clean drip brewer. The dishwasher-safe construction and 900W draw make it practical for small households or a secondary machine in a break room.
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Skip it if you need a thermal carafe, programmable scheduling, or a capacity spec upfront, none are listed. Also note the 110V rating, which means it is designed for North American outlets only.
Type Drip Coffee Machine
Coffee input Ground_Coffee
Filter Paper
Wattage 900 W
Operation Semi-Automatic
Controls Buttons
Priced 74% below the category median ($120.34 across 86 tracked models)
Wattage of 900 W - lower than 68% of the 87 models we track
Weight of 3.85 lb - lighter than 66% of the 87 models we track
Our scorecard
4.2/5overall
Owner rating4.2/5
4.2 average across 3,000 owner ratings
Popularity3.7/5
3,000 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other coffee makers, kettles and brewers we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Proctor Silex 48351PS brews ground coffee through a paper filter and is listed as semi-automatic, meaning it handles the brew cycle automatically once started but without delayed-start programming. At 900W it is on the lower end for drip brewers, which tends to mean a slightly longer brew time compared to higher-wattage machines.
The construction combines glass and plastic in a black matte finish measuring 7.75 x 9 x 11.88 inches and weighing 3.85 lb. At under 4 lb it is easy to move around. Dishwasher-safe parts reduce daily cleanup friction, a genuine practical advantage at the $31.45 price point.
The smart home compatible listing is notable, unusual at this price, though the degree of integration is not specified in available data. With 3,000 reviews at 4.2 stars and a $31.45 price, this is a well-established budget option with a meaningful review base.
Pros
Strong review base, 3,000 ratings at 4.2 stars for a sub-$35 machine
Dishwasher-safe parts simplify cleanup
Smart home compatible listing is unusual at this price tier
Compact at 7.75 x 9 x 11.88 in and light at 3.85 lb
900W draw is energy-reasonable for daily home use
Cons
No capacity in cups or liters listed, brewed volume is unclear
900W means slower brew times than higher-wattage drip makers
110V only, not compatible with 220V international outlets
Performance notes
Rated at 900W on 110V. Uses paper filters with ground coffee input. Glass and plastic construction with a matte black finish. Dimensions 7.75 x 9 x 11.88 in, weight 3.85 lb. Semi-automatic operation handles the brew cycle without requiring manual attention throughout. Dishwasher-safe parts confirmed in specs.
What buyers say
At 4.2 stars with 3,000 reviews, buyer satisfaction is solid for a sub-$35 machine. The review depth suggests this is a product with consistent real-world use and repeat purchase patterns. Modest monthly sales (10 last month) indicate steady rather than trending demand.
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