Ninja Specialty Fold-Away Frother (CM401) Coffee Maker, Single Serve to 10 Cup (50 oz.), Glass Carafe

The design stood out, so I decided to give it a try when the ol' Hamilton Beach packed it in. After almost a year of use, I'm quite satisfied with it. The brew options are great; love being able to do a cup or two. Adjusting the duration and temp of the heating pad it nice; too many of those things burn way too hot. Its quiet and fast; with a polite little beep to tell me that its coffee time!

Muy buen producto; al principio me marcaba limpieza muy seguido, lo limpié dos veces y ya se quitó; pero funciona y hace un café muy bueno y a temperatura excelente

Imagine spending $400 on a drip coffee maker and throwing it out in less than a year. Yeap, replaced a Moccamaster with a Ninja Specialty and I could not be happier. Love coffee, mostly drink 4-6 cups of freshly ground coffee a day. I had an older basic Ninja for several years before giving it to my son and wife, thinking it was a win win, so that when I visited I could enjoy a great cup of coffee, while at home I thought I would upgrade to a superior coffee machine (Moccamaster recommended by Wirecutter). The Moccamaster was a rip off. Could not fathom spending that kind of money, just to throw it away. Right? Tolerated it for less than a year then couldn't stand it anymore. In the garbage it went. Lesson learned. Ninja Specialty surpasses my expectation. First it makes excellent coffee. Can choose classic or bold, cup, mug, half or full pot, and the machine adjusts accordingly. The ease of use now is great, don't have to pull the machine out from under the cabinet anymore since the filter holder pulls out the front area. The water reservoir can also be removed from the side and be filled or washed. Has its own scoop that shows how much coffee is recommended depending on the brew cycle. Have not tried the frother yet. Another improvement is that if you want to grab a cup before the brew finishes you just move a lever to the left, which pauses the brew, this is important because all the machines I ever had, when you pull the carafe out, some coffee drops still drip on the hot plate which fizzles and stains the base. What a great great well thought out and tested machine. Highly recommend! Ninja appears to build products that are built around what their customers want while others appear to build products based on profitability and greed, using their brand well initially as a trap then turning their goods into garbage and charging excessively for inferior products. Again, lesson learned.

Just a good, reliable, well built coffee machine. Nothing overly fancy, it makes good coffee and looks good on my kitchen counter. Purchased in July 2024, haven’t had a single issue as of Feb 25/25.

🔄 Updated Review — Now 8 Months of Daily Use (see full update below) ⭐️Original Review: My husband and I are huge coffee lovers and have tried many types of brewers over the years. This Ninja was purchased in early August, and I intentionally waited until October to write my initial review so I could give a thorough, real-use perspective. I can say with 100% confidence — this is the best coffee maker I’ve ever owned. We are already a Ninja-product family, so I was excited to add this to our kitchen — but this machine completely exceeded expectations. I originally thought I was a simple “coffee + creamer” person, but this opened up a whole new world of drinks I didn’t even realize I’d enjoy. My husband loves experimenting with flavors, foam, and different styles, and he is thrilled with how much versatility this one machine offers. This coffee maker is used at least 4–5 times every single day (no judgment 😅), and every time we use it, we’re able to make something different — hot coffee, iced coffee, lattes, cappuccinos, and more. ☕ What You Get: Coffee maker unit Smart scoop (labeled per serving size) Frother wand attachment Tempered glass carafe with smart funnel Permanent filter + filter basket Flip-top water reservoir De-clogger tool Instruction manual Usage & Features: Cup Size Options: Cup XL Cup Travel Tumbler Multi-Serve Tumbler Half Carafe Full Carafe You can switch between sizes easily with a simple knob turn. Drip Stop Feature: Acts like a quick pause, allowing you to pour a cup mid-brew without making a mess — super useful when brewing larger amounts. Even when making a small cup, it still tastes like a full, properly brewed pot — not watered down like some machines. It takes a few minutes to fully extract flavor, which makes a noticeable difference. ☕ Brew Styles: Classic Rich Over Ice For iced coffee, I fill a cup with ice, add fresh coffee grounds to the filter, and brew using the “Over Ice” setting — it comes out perfectly balanced and not diluted. Frother Wand: One of my favorite features. Add milk or creamer to a cup, place it under the wand, and run it for about 30 seconds — it creates a smooth foam that takes drinks to another level. Cleaning & Storage: Cleaning is simple and low maintenance: Filters remove easily for rinsing All removable parts are dishwasher safe Grounds are easy to discard and clean out When the descale light comes on, running a vinegar + water cycle through the reservoir gets everything back to normal quickly. The adjustable platform is also great — it flips up to fit larger tumblers or the full carafe. ⚠️ Things to Know: This machine does not use pods or K-cups It is designed for ground coffee only Personally, I actually prefer this — it’s much easier to clean a filter than deal with small reusable pods. ⭐️ Original Conclusion: This quickly became my favorite appliance in the house, and I recommend it to anyone looking for a reliable, versatile coffee maker. 🔄 8-MONTH UPDATE (HEAVY DAILY USE — 4–5x A DAY) I originally reviewed this after about 2 months of use. I’ve now been using it for closer to 8 months, and it’s still used heavily every single day — plus regular large iced coffee batches. I wanted to come back and share a true long-term update for anyone wondering if it holds up. ☕ Real-Life Performance After 8 Months: •No wear or damage •No cracks or weak points •No rust anywhere •No slowing down or performance issues •Still brews consistently hot coffee every time •It honestly performs the same as it did when it was brand new. Cleaning & Maintenance (Still Easy): Regular hand washing Occasional dishwasher use No buildup or residue issues Maintenance has stayed simple and low effort. Frother Wand (Still Excellent): Still one of my favorite parts of the machine. Works just as well as day one and creates smooth foam quickly. 🔥 What’s Changed Since My Original Review? Honestly — not much. And that’s exactly what you want. The biggest difference now is confidence. After months of heavy use, I can confidently say this machine is built to last. ⭐️ Media Update: I’ve added a new how-to video showing: -Full pot brewing -Iced coffee setup -Reservoir refilling -Removable parts -Control panel and settings ⭐️ Final Verdict: This is still my most used and most loved appliance in my home. If anything, I like it even more now — because I know it holds up under real, heavy daily use. I would absolutely buy this again.