Hamilton Beach built this 2-Way 49933 for a specific household reality: not everyone wants a full pot every morning. It solves the daily standoff between single-serve convenience and carafe-sized capacity. You get both options in one straightforward machine.

The single-serve side uses a simple scoop system for ground coffee, brewing directly into your travel mug. It’s a no-pod, no-fuss approach that avoids extra waste. The full 12-cup carafe side is fully programmable, so you can still wake up to a ready pot. Over 50,000 customer ratings suggest this dual-brew logic resonates.

Keep your expectations in line with the price. This is a practical workhorse, not a precision brewer. The carafe is glass, not thermal, so coffee won’t stay hot for hours on the warmer. But for reliably delivering two different brewing styles without complexity, it’s a remarkably effective countertop diplomat.