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If you ask someone how they like their tea, you might hear the expression “warm and wet”. For the avid coffee fan, anything less than hot, rich in flavor and fresh is just not good enough. The traditional carafe kept coffee acceptably warm and with enough flavor, but it was time to introduce some modern technology to the world of coffee.
The Hamilton Beach 48464 and the Hamilton Beach 48465 tick all of the boxes. We are going to look at the features, appearance and coffee making abilities. There will be a comparison chart and some pros and cons that will help with our final verdict.
We will begin with how the Hamilton Beach 48464 and the Hamilton Beach 48465 are similar.
Hamilton Beach 48464 vs 48465 – Similarities
Quick Glance
We will go over the specifics quickly in the following comparison chart.
| Name | Hamilton Beach (48464) Coffee Maker | Hamilton Beach (48465) Coffee Maker |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |
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| Size | 11.03 x 8.19 x 15.5 inches | 11.03 x 8.19 x 15.16 inches |
| Weight | 0.9lbs | 5.73lbs |
| Materials | Mainly plastic | Plastic/Stainless steel |
| Capacity | 12 cups | 12 cups |
| Internal Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Keeps Coffee Hot | Up to 4 hours | Up to 4 hours |
| Control Panel | Stainless steel, 6 control buttons | Stainless steel, 6 control buttons |
| Brewing Options | Regular, bold, 1-4 cups | Regular, bold, 1-4 cups, iced coffee |
| Auto Shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Programmable Start Time | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 1-year limited | 1-year limited |
| Price | Check Price on Amazon | Check Price on Amazon |
Brewing
Coffee is still brewed using the traditional drip method. You just need to add coffee into the filter of the Hamilton Beach 48464 and the Hamilton Beach 48465 and fill up the water tanks. Rather than a carafe, they have an internal tank.
The Internal Tank
With the Hamilton Beach 48464 and the Hamilton Beach 48465 internal tanks, coffee will be kept hot thanks to the internal heater. On top of that, the coffee stays fresh and retains strength and flavor.
Water Tank
The water tanks of the Hamilton Beach 48464 and the Hamilton Beach 48465 are removable, which makes refilling much easier.
Capacity
You will be able to make 12 cups of coffee with the Hamilton Beach 48464 and the Hamilton Beach 48465. They dispense one cup of coffee at a time and you can put your travel mug under the dispenser for a hot brew on the go.
Controls
There is a stainless-steel control panel with an integrated LCD display on the Hamilton Beach 48464 and the Hamilton Beach 48465. There are 6 simple buttons; on/off, start time, brew strength, and keep warm hrs. Then there is an hour and minute button to set the exact time.
Programming Times
The Hamilton Beach 48464 and the Hamilton Beach both have automatic off settings and programmable timers so that you can set the coffee maker to come on just in time to make a fresh, hot coffee in the morning.
Warranty
The Hamilton Beach 48464 and the Hamilton Beach 48465 come with a one-year limited warranty.
Now let’s take a closer look at what makes the Hamilton Beach 48464 and the Hamilton Beach 48465 different.
Differences Between Hamilton Beach 48464 and 48465
Appearance
These coffee makers are both stunning, modern, and will go well with every kitchen. There are slight differences in design and size but most significantly in weight.
Hamilton Beach 48464
Apart from the stainless-steel control panel, most of the main body is made of black plastic, which makes this coffee maker incredibly lightweight at 0.9 pounds. It measures 11.03 x 8.19 x 15.5 inches.
Hamilton Beach 48465
More of these parts are made of stainless steel, making the coffee grinder sturdier. It weighs 5.73 pounds and measures 11.03 x 8.19 x 15.16 inches.
The Winner Is- A Tie
Brewing Options
Each of the coffee machines has several brewing options.
Hamilton Beach 48464
You can choose between regular, bold, and 1-4 cups.
Hamilton Beach 48465
You will also have regular and bold options. Then, you can make small batches and even iced coffee.
The Winner Is- The Hamilton Beach 48465
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Pros and Cons
Just before we deliver the final verdict on the Hamilton Beach 48464 and the Hamilton Beach 48465, we have a few pros and cons of each.
Hamilton Beach 48464
Pros:
- It is ultra-quiet when brewing coffee
- There is no dripping when you aren’t dispensing coffee
- It’s simple to dissemble in order to wipe and rinse clean
Cons:
- It would be nice if the plastic was of better quality
Hamilton Beach 48465
Pros:
- The coffee really does stay hot and fresh after a few hours
- It has a beeping alarm to let you know when it’s finished brewing
- The coffee has a nice strong flavor without tasting burnt
Cons:
- Some of the machines have had a tendency to drip
The Final Verdict
It’s another one of these products where we noticed that negative comments are often because they haven’t followed the instructions properly. For example, you do need to wash the water tank before use, and the parts are not dishwasher safe, and it’s no great surprise that you shouldn’t use bleach on either the Hamilton Beach 48464 or the Hamilton Beach 48465.
There were certain features that we absolutely loved about both of the Hamilton coffee makers. The fact that you no longer have to use a carafe is brilliant and safer. There are no hot plates to worry about or pots that break. We also felt that they do keep the coffee hot for the right amount of time and it still tasted as if you had just brewed it.
The Hamilton Beach 48464 and the Hamilton Beach 48465 were easy to set up and to keep clean. As long as you follow the instructions for your first brew (and not just wing it), you will have no problems with the straightforward, intuitive controls.
Today’s overall winner was the Hamilton Beach 48465. There is only around $15 difference in price, and we felt that the iced coffee function alone was worth it. We also preferred the design of this coffee maker. Having that little extra weight made it feel safer while sat on our countertops and less likely to be accidentally knocked over.