Breville The Grind Control Coffee Maker
Verdict
A convenient grind-and-brew pick for people who want fresh-ground flavor with minimal steps. It scores well for hot, full-bodied coffee, flexible batch sizing (including travel mug), and a helpful front display—just avoid overly oily beans and super-fine settings to reduce clog risk.
Pros
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Capacity ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.6Capacity is a strength with a 12-cup carafe, a 60 oz reservoir that can be topped up for multiple brews, and a hopper that holds about 1/2 lb; single-serve sizes are adjustable across several cup volumes.
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Espresso & beverage quality ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.4
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Accessories ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.3Accessories are solid and practical, including a gold-tone filter, cleaning brush, scoop, grinds catcher, and a removable drip tray for taller cups.
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Overall user experience ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.2Everyday use is convenient with easy-to-understand controls, an informative LCD, and flexible batch sizing from single cups to a full carafe; the experience is held back mainly by the need for regular cleaning to prevent oils and residue from affecting performance.
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Shipping policy ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 4.2Shipping experiences in this review were positive, noting quick delivery and free shipping from the retailer used.
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Grinder, hopper & dosing system ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 4.2
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Build quality & durability ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.2
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Speed & time-to-cup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 2 reviews 4.1
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Filter ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.1Filter flexibility is a plus: the included gold-tone filter supports a fuller-bodied cup, while paper filters offer a cleaner, brighter brew; overall setup is straightforward and lets users choose between richer texture or a more refined finish.
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Design, ergonomics & footprint ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 4.1
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Assembly & Setup ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 4.0
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Cup, tray & carafe handling ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 6 reviews 3.8
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Value & Price ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 3.8
Cons
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Warranty & Customer support ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3 reviews 3.4
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Water system, maintenance & descaling ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4 reviews 3.4
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Design flaws ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5 reviews 2.9Downsides include a frustrating carafe pour design, occasional bean-feed and grounds build-up that require manual nudging and rinsing, and parts that must be hand-washed; the filter door can spring open quickly and users report potential grinder clogs over time.
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Recognition & certifications ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 2.8Unlike some premium brewers, this model is not SCA Golden Cup certified; shoppers who prioritize certifications may prefer an SCA-approved alternative.
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Environmental packaging sustainability ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 1 review 2.0Packaging is described as heavy on styrofoam and plastic, which may disappoint shoppers looking for more sustainable packing materials.
