Zojirushi America CV-DCC50XT VE Hybrid Water Boiler And Warmer, 5-Liter, Stainless Dark Brown

Having used the Zojirushi CV-DCC50XT water boiler for nearly a decade, I can confidently vouch for its reliability and performance. This model is known for its robust design and consistent operation, making it a staple in our kitchen.The CV-DCC50XT features a user-friendly interface with intuitive controls that simplify operation. Its magnetic power cord, which detaches easily to prevent accidents, has been a standout safety feature, although care must be taken not to misplace it. The boiler's spacious 5-litre capacity is perfect for larger households or frequent use, ensuring you always have hot water on hand.One of the highlights of this model is its temperature settings, which allow for precise control over the water temperature—ideal for different types of tea and coffee. The energy-saving mode is a thoughtful addition, reducing power consumption during less busy hours without compromising on availability.The durability of the CV-DCC50XT is impressive. After years of daily use, it continues to perform without a hitch, a testament to the quality Zojirushi is known for. The clean lines and modern design also mean it fits seamlessly into any kitchen aesthetic.In conclusion, the Zojirushi CV-DCC50XT is an excellent investment for those who value durability, capacity, and safety in a water boiler. Its straightforward functionality and dependable performance make it a top choice for any home or office.

EDIT June 23, 2020: Hi. It still works wonderfully. I actually read the manual a few months ago and found out several things: how to clean the machine and how to turn off the Timer chime. To turn off the timer to either be a long beep or to be turned off, hold the Unlock button one or two times respectively. Speaking about cleanup, Zojirushi recommends citric acid, specifically their citric acid packs. But I highly recommend to just get some citric acid powder (either on Amazon or your bulk store or wherever) and use that instead. The Zojirushi packs are literally the same thing. Save yourself the money! I personally use two to three heaping tablespoons. To activate the cleaning mode after putting the citric acid, hold the Reboil button.I have not gotten a single rusting or coating issue since I got it. With the cleaning method above, it makes it good as new.----This was the first Zojirushi product we got for the house. Not only was it the first Zojirushi product, it was also the most expensive kitchen appliance I've ever bought. So, was it worth it?This water boiler keeps water hot for an indefinite period of time, as long as the unit is plugged in. This is in contrast to kettles which you usually need to turn on and then wait. This means that for this Zojirushi, it has made instant noodles, tea bags, instant coffee, hot chocolate, you name it... pretty much instant. Whenever the craving comes up, you have hot water available at your disposal.I have the 5 litre model and the first thing I have to say is: This thing is tall! If you have a small family, I definitely recommend the smaller model!With 5 litres, you have some advantages and disadvantages. As far as I know, the larger capacities have better thermal insulation since they use vacuum insulation technology. Basically, there is a little gap in between the exterior wall and the interior water of the reservoir that has as much air removed as possible, meaning very little heat can get out. Additionally, as physics will tell you, more water means more thermal energy so it will naturally cool down slowly than say, a 2 litre model. Considering both of these points, I just didn't really care about the energy costs associated with this, to be honest. The insulation is very impressive, if it is the same as the Zojirushi travel mugs.Of course, with a larger size means you won't be refilling it as often. If you have a large household, a large model might be necessary, not optional.But of course, larger capacities means it takes up more space on your countertop. (Small people might find it difficult to use, especially when refilling.) You get a pretty "industrial" product, in my opinion, versus the flowery, glossy white models of the smaller ones. And of course, (again with the physics!), more water means it needs more time to get to temperature!As with all Zojirushi water boilers, you have temperature control in Fahrenheit, from boiling 212, 208, 195, 175, 160, and no heating/vacuum only. When the device unplugs, it sticks with 195. You have the option to reboil the water back to 212 or target a specific temperature only. To dispense water, you must unlock it and then press dispense. Handy safety feature. Additional safety feature: magnetic plug. Another safety feature: Lid clamps shut. Another safety feature. A handy handle so you don't burn your hands.Obviously, the water will go up easier than go down, so plan your day for what drink you will be having, like tea day, or hot chocolate day.Dispensing water can be normal speed or slow for drip coffee purposes or for a smaller, precise dispense.You can put the boiler to sleep for a maximum of 8 hours. If you are REALLY looking at reducing energy usage, you can do this before you go to sleep. The Zojirushi doesn't do it automatically. Again, the efficiency of this device makes this a really negligible issue.Now, some caveats of the product. First, if you want a huge amount of water at one time, I honestly recommend you just boil some water on the stove. The efficiency you gain with boiling in this device will only hurt you with how slow it will dispense. (And IT IS NOT SAFE TO POUR IT OUT FROM THE LID, so don't try. ) So, this will suffice for small recipes and of course, drinks and instant hot meals. But for large batches of pasta? Keep that kettle for those instances or just boil some salted water.To dispense water, obviously, um... it has to be plugged in. I know, I know, petty point but it's true. More likely a safety feature.Water splatter. I've learned to live with it but since the Zojirushi is so tall, I don't have as much choice as to hold the cup close to the spout. So, yeah, water splatter will get on your fingers and hurt. You get used to it.Lastly, the singing. It was cute the first few times, but I will honestly say now: IT IS ANNOYING. When the Zojirushi finishes boiling, it sings a song. Honestly, you probably won't hear it too much since it is a 5 litre model, but it is especially annoying at night, the ideal time to refill it, and it makes the tune after 20 minutes. Sigh. It's a con because you cannot turn it off.---This is the part of the review where I answer the underlying question: is this worth it?Consider all the times you use the kettle. Are you a tea fanatic? Are you a instant noodle person? I honestly recommend it if you are. If you are a single or double, maybe opt for a smaller model? If you are a Canadian, hot drinks are pretty much my preference TBH and this is even better if you drink hot drinks year round!But if you have a coffee maker and make the occasional tea or whatnot, skip this. You only buy a Zojirushi rice cooker if you REALLY love rice. This is for the hot drink enthusiasts. Not for the spaghetti boilers. Maybe keep around your kettle for that.Ultimately, you are paying for convenience from a REPUTABLE company with YEARS OF EXPERIENCE. Plus, it's MADE IN JAPAN. Not even my Zojirushi travel mug is made in Japan. This is the only Made in Japan product I own and it's the real deal. From a person who had to replace their electric water kettle over 5 times in the course of their lifetime, I have no worries that this might break on me or cause a fire or whatnot. And that is impressive because this is constantly on and has more moving parts than any other kettle.So yeah. Great product with a great function (if you use it often) from a REPUTABLE company. What else do I need to say?

Muy práctico, y excelente calidad

After 6 years and 4 months, I had to finally replace this. It would have lasted longer if I had cleaned it more often, I am certain. But I chose the same model and everything I wrote before remains the same. Maybe one of my top 10 purchases. Worth every single penny for reliable hot water any time. The new one should arrive today and waiting for water to boil has been very noticeable. It’s a small thing, but it saves time. Who knew how big a difference a simple, high quality appliance like this could make to our family’s quality of life! Can’t wait for the replacement to arrive today so my wife can make her herbal tea right before bed and I can wake up and just make coffee.One of my top 20 purchases of all time. We drink a lot of coffee and tea in my house and had used a Keurig for a long time. Our Keurigs, though, never seemed to make it past a year and got noisier and noisier over time. This, however, is quiet. The loudest sound on it is the beeps from the buttons (after I turned off the alarm that lets you know the water has reached the right temperature). While I would prefer it had an option to make no sounds, it has been so great I have to give it 5 stars. We keep the temperature at 195 and it has been perfect for teas and coffee in a French Press. I also use it to get a quick start on cooking.One BIG note is that by default, whenever you add more water, it wants to heat the water to boiling and then let the water temperature go down to whatever temperature you have set. Luckily, though, there is a "Quick Temp" option which turns this off. I only boil the water once every week or so to make sure things are sterile inside. Without the "Quick Temp" feature, though, we would not be able to leave it on our counter under a cabinet because it would steam and damage the cabinet finish. So just make sure you have open space for the steam OR you use the "Quick Temp" feature to prevent the steam.Zojirushi as a brand now sits alongside my KitchenAid mixer as far as my loyalty and willingness to recommend unequivocally to anyone.

We purchased this to replace a 14 year old Zojirushi Water Boiler that started to leak recently. The main deciding factor was that it has to be made in Japan. Amongst family and friends, I have seen made in China Zojis die a fairly quick death. Certainly, none lasted over 10 years unlike our made in Japan Zoji. Among the new Zoji product line, this unit caught our attention because it uses Vacuum Electric technology that supposedly conserves electricity since the vacuum seal keeps the heat in better, and the unit does not have to reboil as much. I'm easily convinced by fancy words so.. SOLD!Yes, the unit is super expensive and it's only function is to boil water and maintain it at high temperatures but it does it so well. You have to be super serious about hot water to appreciate the convenience of instant hot water. Our family uses hot water so regularly, it doesn't make sense to wait minutes to boil water each time we need it with a standard water boiler. The 4L capacity is a welcome change to the outgoing 3L unit. We contemplated about getting a 5L but it was too tall and would not fit within the allotted space in our kitchen. The 4L unit was a considerable 10cm or so taller than our old unit. Remember you need space to open the lid too.In terms of packaging, it was pretty disappointing for a water boiler with this price tag. You literally get just the water boiler, a power cord, and a manual. I wasn't expecting much else but it would have been nice to get some bonuses. Our top of the line tiger rice cooker came with some fancy utensils and recipe books in full color. But yea.. different product all together.Finish is pretty decent and unit looks pretty attractive. Construction and build quality is on par with the old unit. However, I'm not sold on this stainless steel trend as most stainless steel usually exposes stains and finger prints way more easily than white appliances. Unfortunately, no choices in color so stainless will have to do.The manual says to use special citric acid powder every once in a while to clean the unit, as water deposit scales build up inside. I have found a couple of chopped up lemons work just the same and you can drink the water afterwards to boot without worry of chemical poisoning.So far so good. Here's to the next 14 years.