Is this percolator worth it?

If you regularly make 8 to 12 cups and want a fast, sturdy stainless steel pot, it is a solid pick. At $90 at Wayfair as of November 7, 2026, it is at the high end of its recent range, so it may be worth waiting for a lower price.

How is it different from a drip coffee maker?

A percolator cycles hot water through the grounds repeatedly, which makes stronger, hotter coffee. Drip makers are gentler and usually easier to clean.

How many cups does it make?

It brews 6 to 12 cups, with a 12-cup stainless steel carafe.

Can I put it in the dishwasher?

No. The percolator is not dishwasher safe and should be washed by hand.

The percolator with its stainless steel carafe, metal filter and detachable cord. It runs on 120 V AC power.

Prices vary by store; check the price history to see whether $90 is above or below what stores have charged recently.

Where is the Cuisinart 12-Cup Classic Percolator cheapest?

At Wayfair, for $90.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Cuisinart 12-Cup Classic Percolator?

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1,000 ratings.

Where can I buy the Cuisinart 12-Cup Classic Percolator?

12 stores we checked sell it, including Wayfair, Lowe's, Macy's, Abt Electronics & Appliances, eBay.

Cuisinart 12-Cup Classic Percolator

Best price now

$90.00at WayfairObserved at 9:59 PM

Compared across 5 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Cuisinart 12-Cup Classic Percolator

Best price now

$90.00at WayfairObserved at 9:59 PM

Compared across 5 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Our take on the Cuisinart 12-Cup Classic Percolator

The Cuisinart 12-Cup Classic Percolator is a stainless steel electric percolator that brews 6 to 12 cups in about 5 minutes. It has adjustable brew temperature and brew time, a metal filter and a stay-cool bottom, and its detachable cord makes it easy to move and store. At $90 at Wayfair as of November 7, 2026, it sits at the top of its recent price range, with 5 stores listing it new.

Best forLarge households and gatheringsPeople who like the stronger, hotter coffee a percolator makesEntertaining and keeping coffee hot at the tableBuyers who want a stainless steel carafe instead of glass

Pros

Brews up to 12 cups in about 5 minutes
Adjustable brew temperature and brew time
Stainless steel carafe and housing are more durable than glass
Stay-cool bottom and detachable cord for easier handling
Metal filter means no paper filters to buy

Cons

Not dishwasher safe; hand washing required
Percolating can give coffee a stronger, sometimes bitter taste
No programmable timer or auto-off described
Bulky footprint at about 8 by 6 by 12 inches

Cuisinart 12-Cup Classic Percolator prices at every store

WayfairNew
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$90.00Observed at 9:59 PM
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Macy'sNew
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$99.95Observed at 9:59 PM
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Abt Electronics & AppliancesNew
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$99.95Observed at 9:59 PM
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$110.99Observed at 9:59 PM
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Lowe'sNew
Availability unknown
$90.73Observed at 9:59 PM
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Cuisinart 12-Cup Classic Percolator price history

Lowest price we've seen: $90.00 on Nov 8 at Wayfair. Tracked across 12 stores since Nov 8.

What reviewers say

4.9 / 51,000 ratings

Owners rate it very highly, 4.9 out of 5 from 1,000 ratings, and most praise how fast it brews a full pot and how well it keeps coffee hot. Complaints tend to be about cleaning and about the stronger flavor percolating produces.

What people mention

Brew speedPraisedOwners say a full pot is ready in about 5 minutes.
Coffee tasteMixedSome like the stronger percolator flavor; others find it bitter.
CleaningCriticisedReviewers note it is not dishwasher safe and needs hand washing.
BuildPraisedThe stainless steel carafe and housing feel durable.
Heat retentionPraisedOwners say coffee stays hot at the table.

Specifications

Capacity: 6 to 12 cups
Carafe Capacity: 12 cups
Depth: 8.06 in
Height: 12.1 in
Width: 5.85 in
Removable Water Tank: No
Commercial Use: No
Use

Questions and answers

Is this percolator worth it?: If you regularly make 8 to 12 cups and want a fast, sturdy stainless steel pot, it is a solid pick. At $90 at Wayfair as of November 7, 2026, it is at the high end of its recent range, so it may be worth waiting for a lower price.
How is it different from a drip coffee maker?: A percolator cycles hot water through the grounds repeatedly, which makes stronger, hotter coffee. Drip makers are gentler and usually easier to clean.
How many cups does it make?: It brews 6 to 12 cups, with a 12-cup stainless steel carafe.
Can I put it in the dishwasher?: No. The percolator is not dishwasher safe and should be washed by hand.
What is in the box?: The percolator with its stainless steel carafe, metal filter and detachable cord. It runs on 120 V AC power.
When is it cheapest?: Prices vary by store; check the price history to see whether $90 is above or below what stores have charged recently.
Where is the Cuisinart 12-Cup Classic Percolator cheapest?: At Wayfair, for $90.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Cuisinart 12-Cup Classic Percolator?: Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 1,000 ratings.
Where can I buy the Cuisinart 12-Cup Classic Percolator?: 12 stores we checked sell it, including Wayfair, Lowe's, Macy's, Abt Electronics & Appliances, eBay.