Makita E-15578 Thermal Mug and Holder

Product Information

The Makita DCM501 is compatible with Senseo coffee pods. Although the Senseo pods measure 62mm in diameter, they are compatible with the machine. Due to the amount of energy a battery has to use to heat water to boiling point, three mugs of coffee is the maximum amount you’ll be able to make from one fully charged battery. This is using the 18v 6.0Ah LXT battery. If you use anything smaller, you’ll be drinking less coffee. On this new, updated model, Makita has, for some reason, decided to do away with a mains power supply option, and so you’re now limited to battery use only. The coffee maker comes with two coffee-making attachments: one for 60mm (2 ⅜″) coffee pods and another for ground coffee. The other great thing is that the Senseo pods are some of the cheapest ready-to-use coffee pods you’ll find on the market, and they’re very easy to get hold of at the local supermarket.

Of course, you don’t need to use the dedicated Makita mug. A standard-sized mug up to 90mm in height will fit perfectly too. What I like is that this machine has really been thought about. The mug is made from stainless steel which means there’s no worry of breakages, and it’s the perfect material for keeping your brew hotter for longer. The Makita DCM501 is a sturdy and portable coffee maker that produces piping hot coffee in a matter of minutes. Compatible with either ground coffee (using its reusable filter) or 60mm coffee pods. Produces three cups of coffee with an 18-volt 6.0Ah battery.

Due to being battery-operated, the machine does take a while to heat up the water. But then again, how long does it take you to get to the nearest coffee shop?

Are you fed up with your flask of lukewarm instant coffee? Or perhaps you don’t know where to buy the 60mm coffee pods. We have all the answers.

Technical specifications

The Makita coffee maker isn’t an espresso machine. Espresso machines use around 9 bars of pressure to force water through very finely ground coffee. The Makita DCM501 is a filter coffee machine and requires a coarser grind for the water to be able to safely pass through the coffee.

This is the updated model to the now discontinued DCM500. Out of the box, you’ll notice that it’s incredibly lightweight at only 1.9kg (4.2lbs). A very sturdy carry handle is a great new addition saving you from having to cradle it under your arm when transporting it from job to job. This is great news for several reasons. You won’t have to bother taking along a bag of coffee to work, measuring out the dose whilst doing your best to keep the dust out, and then having to get rid of the ground coffee afterward. Instead, just pop in a Senseo coffee pod and that’s it.The mug has been designed to fit snugly into the machine so that you don’t get splashed by scolding hot water. It also comes with a lid to prevent dust entry. By way of a small hole, the lid is even attachable whilst your mug is in the machine brewing. The lid is an added bonus for keeping your coffee hotter for longer, too. The water tank holds a maximum of 240ml (8oz). Almost half a pint of coffee should see you good for several hours. The tank also comes with its own little handle for easy lifting in and out.