The Gourmia GCM3518 is a no-frills 5-cup drip coffee maker running at 700 watts with a reusable filter and glass carafe, priced at $24.99. It has earned over 1,100 ratings averaging 4.0 stars, which is a solid track record for something in this price tier.
Anyone who needs a compact, affordable drip coffee maker for personal use or a small household. The reusable filter saves ongoing cost, and dishwasher-safe parts cut cleanup time.
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You brew more than 5 cups at a time, want programmable scheduling, or prefer a thermal carafe that holds heat without a warming plate.
Capacity 5.0 cups
Type Drip Coffee Machine
Coffee input Ground Coffee
Filter Reusable
Wattage 700 W
Operation Fully Automatic
Priced 79% below the category median ($120.34 across 86 tracked models)
Capacity of 5.0 cups - smaller than 62% of the 87 models we track
Wattage of 700 W - lower than 89% of the 87 models we track
Our scorecard
4.0/5overall
Owner rating4.0/5
4.0 average across 1,100 owner ratings
Popularity3.3/5
1,100 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
At $24.99, the Gourmia GCM3518 is about as entry-level as drip coffee makers get, but it covers the basics without cutting obvious corners. The 5-cup capacity suits one or two people who brew in the morning and are done, it is not designed for all-day entertaining. At 700 watts, it will take a little longer to complete a brew cycle than higher-wattage machines, but that is typical for compact low-cost drip makers.
The included reusable filter is a practical inclusion at this price. You skip the recurring cost of paper filters, and the filter is listed as dishwasher safe along with other removable parts, which keeps maintenance straightforward. The black and stainless steel color is common but clean-looking. At 9 x 6 x 10 inches, it fits on most countertops without crowding.
With 1,100-plus ratings at a 4.0 average, buyer feedback is substantial enough to trust. That 4.0 rating at this price point suggests the machine does what it promises without major reliability complaints dominating the review pool.
Pros
Under $25 makes it one of the more affordable options in the drip category
1,100-plus ratings at 4.0 stars is a credible signal of consistent performance
Reusable filter included, no need to buy paper filters
Dishwasher-safe parts make cleanup easy
Compact 9 x 6 x 10 inch footprint fits tight counters
Cons
5-cup capacity is limiting if you need more than a couple of mugs per brew
700W is on the lower end, brew cycles may run slower than premium machines
No programmable timer or scheduling features
Glass carafe loses heat faster than thermal options
Performance notes
Runs at 700 watts on 120V. Capacity is 5 cups. Uses ground coffee with a reusable filter. Glass and plastic construction. Not smart-home compatible. Dimensions are 9 x 6 x 10 inches, a genuinely compact footprint. Dishwasher-safe components are a plus for this price range.
What buyers say
Over 1,100 ratings settling at 4.0 stars indicates a product that meets expectations for its price. Buyers at this level are not expecting cafe-quality output, and the rating suggests most are satisfied with dependable basic drip performance and easy cleanup.
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