Zojirushi ZUTTO Coffee Maker vs Ninja 12 Cup Programmable Brewer CE251

Buy the Ninja CE251 if you brew for a household or want programmability, brew-strength control and a 12-cup carafe. Buy the Zojirushi ZUTTO if you make one or two mugs at a time and want a compact, simple drip machine that is easy to clean. The Ninja wins on features and capacity; the Zojirushi wins on footprint and simplicity. Owners of the Ninja praise the hot, strong Rich setting but some report carafe and warming-plate durability issues over time; Zojirushi owners tend to value its small size and consistent, no-fuss brewing.

• Choose the Zojirushi ZUTTO if you want a small 5-cup drip brewer with a glass carafe, a water filter and automatic shut-off, and you do not need a timer or strength settings.
• Choose the Ninja CE251 if you want a programmable 12-cup brewer with a 24-hour delay, adjustable warming plate, Rich and Classic strengths and a removable water reservoir.