Breville Grind Control
Score: 85/100
OXO Brew 9 Cup Coffee Maker
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Breville BDC650BSS Grind Control combines a high-quality burr grinder with a 12-cup drip system, delivering fresh-ground coffee and a thermal carafe for lasting heat. Trade-offs include a bulky, non-removable water reservoir and the absence of a warming plate. It suits coffee enthusiasts who prioritize fresh grinding and customizable brewing over countertop space constraints.
The OXO Brew 9-Cup Coffee Maker offers SCA-certified precision, programmable scheduling, and a large 2-9 cup capacity, delivering consistent, hot coffee. Its sizable footprint and inability to brew a single cup limit suitability for very small spaces or solo drinkers. Best for coffee enthusiasts or small offices that need flexibility and high-quality drip coffee.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
5.625 cups | 9 cupsbest | |
7.61 cupsbest | — | |
— | 94 °Cbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 7.3 kg | 4.76 kgbest |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,100 Wbest | — |
1 years | 2 yearsbest | |
41.4 cm | 44.2 cmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
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Capacity(1) | ||
Brew Capacity (Cups) (cups) | 5.625 cups | 9 cups |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 1 years | 2 years |
Features(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories (items) | 4 items | 2 items |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 7.30 kg | 4.76 kg |
Height (cm) | 41.4 cm | 44.2 cm |
Width (cm) | 31.75 cm | 38.6 cm |
Depth (cm) | 21.59 cm | 21.3 cm |
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Professional reviewers praise the Breville BDC650BSS for its high-quality stainless steel burr grinder, six grind settings, and steep-and-release technology that together deliver consistent, flavorful coffee. The LCD interface, programmable auto-start, and solid build are highlighted as strong points, while the lack of adjustable brew temperature, presence of plastic housing components, and missing certifications are noted as drawbacks.
Everyday users love the fresh-ground coffee taste, the ease of customizing strength and volume, and the thermal carafe that keeps coffee hot without a warming plate. Common complaints focus on the machine's large size, noisy grinder that can clog with oily beans, and the non-removable water reservoir that makes cleaning cumbersome.
“"awesome" - Coffeeness.de”
“"precise extraction across roasts and rush-hour single-cup capability" - Whole Latte Love”
“"solid build" - Seattle Coffee Gear”
Professional reviewers highlight the OXO Brew 9-Cup's SCA certification and BetterBrew precision, noting its ability to control temperature, time, and volume for gold-standard extraction. They commend the Rainmaker showerhead, programmable timers, and user-friendly single-dial interface, while pointing out the unit's larger footprint and minimum two-cup brew requirement as drawbacks.
Everyday users consistently praise the machine for delivering rich, consistent coffee and keeping it hot for hours, appreciating the simple dial, programmable features, and pause-and-pour convenience. Common complaints focus on the need for regular cleaning of the showerhead, the bulkier size, and the inability to brew a single cup.
