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.

High quality, easy to use, always have hot water whenever you need it. My first Zojirushi water boiler worked for 10+ years and started to show some wear and tear. This is my second one, which I expect to work for another 10 years!

Had our last one for many years. This updated model seems to heat up and retain heat more efficiently.

We've had another Zojirushi water boiler before but the plastic cap under the lid had a screw that fell off due to the plastic melting. We've had that model for a very long time. Instead of replacing the lid which you could do easily, we decided to upgrade to a newer model.It is a solid water boiler, especially if you have elders with/without dementia. It's accident proof and very easy to use. The big orange button helps them remember how to dispense. The built quality is chef's kiss and I can tell because as soon as you let go of the button it will not drip. I can't say the same after a few years of use but it will not be unusable.

We went to Japan in 2004 for the first time and of the many discoveries we made on that trip, we remember the Zojirushi hot water heater in just about every hotel room. It was the small version but there it was, with ready to dispense hot-water. GENIUS! Japanese engineered to perfection, this device became our essential home kitchen appliance 11 years ago. In fact, we have got our family into the whole thing too. It makes a great gift!We have since gone through three Zojirushi units since then, counting this one. The first one was a smaller unit which just got old after 5 years of every day -multiple times a day - use, but did not break. So we gave it away and upgrade to a 4-liter version, which unfortunately, after 6 faithful years of service, started a leak at the very bottom. That's when we bought this unit. Something like that would have turned me off any other brand but I love the Zojirushi and I'm glad we bought the new unit.The advantages and great ways of using this unit are as follows:- With the amount of water we use for tea, coffee, food, cooking, we had to refill the 4-liter unit a couple of times a day. This unit gets us through most of the day if it's full at the start.- The black and silver color is extremely stylish.- The temperature settings of 212, 195 and 175 are wonderful especially if you are into green teas which require a less than boiling temperature. You can also adjust those settings mid-way. Start at 212 then go to 195 then back up. It takes it just a few minutes to readjust.- Slow vs. fast drip options are great, and can come in handy especially if you are making fancy coffee or slowly pouring water over fine tea leaves.- We use filtered water from our Brita filter for the water. I find it tastes much better than unfiltered water but this varies depending on the water source in your areas and the minerals in the water.- When we contact Zojirushi about the 4-liter version that started leaking, they said: "If you have hard water in NC like we do in CA, please make sure to using the CLEANING MODE to clean the unit with citric acid cleaner or lemon juice concentrate every one to three months due to calcium build up." Well, to be honest, we were slack in cleaning our Zojirushi. Now we are going to put it on the calendar to clean it regularly. Sharing this bit of information just as an FYI for you.In summary, I LOVE Zojirushi as a brand. We also have the rice cooker and some other products by the brand and we are truly lifetime customers. Enjoy yours!

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

Bought this unit back in Feb 2019, it has been on almost all the time, reliably provide hot drinking water without issue. It's straightforward to use, and its safety lock works well.Highly recommended.

I love my Zojirushi and am so glad I went for the big 5 litre size! At first, I was hesitant, because I wondered if it would be TOO big (I’m single and live alone), but I think it’s great! It doesn’t take up a lot of counter space, I always have it on, and if figure that if I ever have a party or company, then I’ll be glad I opted for the larger size! (The larger size also means that I don’t have to bother filling it up as often!)Setup is super easy and this machine is very simple to use. I like the magnetic cord which makes it easy to plug and unplug, and I like the various temperature settings. I also think the carrying handle can come in handy and the swivel feature is great, too! It’s so convenient now to be able to make coffee or tea or have hot water for my instant soups without having to wait to boil water in a kettle. It means I can have multiple cups without the hassle.I only wish that the inner pot was removable so that I could easily take that to the sink and wash it out. That would have been great - Not sure why they didn’t make it removable!Another concern I’d had before buying this was the “dark brown” lid color. I’d been hoping for something that was totally black or even dark grey since those colors would be sleeker and fit in with my kitchen and other kitchen appliances better. (I didn’t understand why this company would choose to use brown as the lid as brown would make it look so...1980s!) But I was relieved that when this product arrived, the “dark brown” color isn’t noticeably brown...It practically looks black. It looks good!I’m happy with this product, and fully recommend it! The price is a little extravagant, but this is a product I will get lots of use out of and the convenience makes it worth it to me!

I've only had it for a week but i already love it. The lid comes off completely so it was easy to clean. The lid opens wide so it's easy to fill. It comes to a boil quickly and then stays at the temperature preset. There are 2 dispensing speeds. Because the height of the unit the nozzle is up high and sometimes causes splashes at the fastest setting. The fill marker is useful. i had no idea how much hot water i used every day this is great and fills the needs of my household.