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Latest four-week snapshot through 2026-07-29 · 1 wave. Use the controls above to change the window.
Coffee Makers · 1 wave · n=54 answers, pooled
How often each assistant brings the brand up in recommendation answers.
| assistant | share of voice | answers |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | 17% | 3 of 18 |
| Claude | 17% | 3 of 18 |
| Gemini | 11% | 2 of 18 |
Wave-by-wave share of recommendation answers that named this brand.
| wave | share of voice | answers | change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-29 | 15% | 8 of 54 |
Recurring descriptions in the assistants' own words, grouped by theme.
“Coffee is already one of the most budget-friendly brands on the market (with standard models typically retailing between $20 and $40), finding *cheaper* alternatives means looking at ultra-budget store brands, direct value-tier competitors, or switching to manual brewing methods ”
“* *Why they are great alternatives:* If you just want a reliable, hot cup of black drip coffee, a programmable Hamilton Beach or Mr.”
“Coffee already sits at the budget end of the market (many models run $15–$40), "cheaper alternatives" mostly means other no-frills brands that compete in that same low-price bracket or even undercut it slightly.”
“It is incredibly easy to clean, compact, and features a simple on/off switch.”
“If you want a **no-frills, budget drip coffee maker** that reliably makes a hot pot on a timer, Mr.”
“* **You want total simplicity:** Many models feature just a single physical "On/Off" switch.”
“- Prioritize easy controls, inexpensive filters/parts, and a low upfront price.”
“* **Extreme Simplicity:** Basic models feature a simple "On/Off" switch.”
“- Prefer low upfront cost and simple controls.”
“Cuisinart is highly regarded for its classic, programmable 12-cup drip coffee makers.”
70 exact quoted mentions in this snapshot, grouped by coded tone.
“**Mr. Coffee 12-Cup Programmable (~$30)** – It offers a simple approach that still packs in quality-of-life features like a programmable timer, quick-pour auto-pause, and LED display, all while brewing a good cup of coffee at a budget price”
“a $20 Mr. Coffee mini”
“The Mr. Coffee drip coffee maker is a longtime favorite — it probably doesn't need much introduction given the huge numbers that have sold over the years, and if you're looking for a super cheap, no-frills drip coffee maker, you certainly w”
“**Best tight-budget pick: Mr. Coffee 5-Cup Switch Coffee Maker** — about **$16** at Target at the time of checking. It's the sensible choice if you drink 1–2 large mugs daily: compact, dead simple, uses inexpensive basket paper filters, and”
“**Mr. Coffee 5-Cup Programmable** — about **$18**. Same small capacity, but lets you schedule coffee ahead.”
“going from a $20 Mr. Coffee mini up to this feature-rich model”
“Looking at specific products like coffee makers, reviewers note the Hamilton Beach 12-Cup Programmable machine sits in the budget-friendly tier, directly competing with entry-level models from Mr. Coffee and Black+Decker but often including”
“**Cheap basic drip machines ($15–$30):** Generally worth it — reliable, simple, good coffee for the price. This is where Mr. Coffee's reputation was built.”
“If you want a no-fuss, budget-friendly drip coffee maker that gets the job done reliably, Mr. Coffee is generally worth it. If you're chasing café-quality espresso or premium build materials, you may want to spend more on a different brand—”
“Most models sit in the $45–$65 range, which is a big draw. As one review notes, at $45.99, this coffee maker promises to deliver the convenience of programmable brewing without breaking the bank.”
“landfills around the country are littered with the cheap Mr. Coffee style drip makers we wore out.”
“one head-to-head taste test even set expectations going in that the OXO Barista Brain would be the obvious choice for an excellent home brewer... and the Mr Coffee not holding a candle to the other two”
“reviewers testing a Black+Decker/Mr. Coffee unit against an OXO Barista Brain and a Technivorm found they went in expecting the OXO to be the obvious choice for an excellent home brewer and were right that the Mr Coffee/Black+Decker unit is”
Which competitors assistants suggest when shoppers ask for something cheaper.
13 of 71 mentions appear alongside an identifiable web citation. Citation does not establish causation.
| cited source | mentions |
|---|---|
| youtube.com | 5 |
| reddit.com | 5 |
| roastycoffee.com | 3 |
| cnet.com | 2 |
| target.com | 1 |
| coffeeness.de | 1 |
| liveblog365.com | 1 |
| warrantyvalet.com | 1 |
| walmart.com | 1 |
| tastingtable.com | 1 |
| thingtesting.com | 1 |
Stores and sites assistants name as places to buy this brand.
| retailer | mentions |
|---|---|
| Target | 6 |
| mrcoffee | 5 |
| Amazon | 2 |
| calphalon | 1 |
| sca.coffee | 1 |
| local grocery store | 1 |
| online | 1 |
Method: fixed shopper questions asked repeatedly to Claude, OpenAI GPT and Gemini with web search on. Shares are the percentage of recommendation answers mentioning the brand. Quotes are AI outputs; full transcripts are kept as receipts.