Bunn GRB Velocity Brew
Score: 83/100
Technivorm Moccamaster 79112 KBT
Score: 86/100Rankings
The Technivorm Moccamaster 79112 KBT is a handcrafted 10-cup drip brewer featuring a stainless-steel thermal carafe and precise temperature control. It lacks programmable features and uses a plastic water reservoir that some users find less premium. Best suited for coffee lovers who value heat retention and build quality.
The BUNN GRB Velocity Brew is a commercial-grade 10-cup drip coffee maker that delivers café-quality coffee in just three minutes. Its trade-offs include a lack of programmable features and auxiliary accessories like a milk frother. Ideal for busy households or small offices that prioritize speed and consistent flavor.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
10 cupsbest | 10 cupsbest | |
2,070 mlbest | 1,250 ml | |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 180 secondsbest | 360 seconds |
93 °C | 96 °Cbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 900 Wbest | 1,475 W |
| ↓ lower better | 3.63 kg | 2.95 kgbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Brew Time (seconds) | 180 seconds | 360 seconds |
Brew Temperature (°C) | 93 °C | 96 °C |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 900 W | 1475 W |
Capacity & Size(2) | ||
Water Tank Capacity (ml) | 2070 ml | 1250 ml |
Dimensions (HxWxD) | H:363mm x W:180mm x D:351mm | 15.25 x 11.5 x 6.75 inches |
Features(1) | ||
Filter Type | Flat | Paper |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 3.63 kg | 2.95 kg |
Body Material | Stainless steel/plastic | Metal, Plastic |
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Professional reviewers highlight the GRB Velocity Brew as a restaurant-quality machine brought to the home market, emphasizing its commercial-grade internal hot-water reservoir, precise 200 °F brewing temperature, and spray-head design that together deliver fast, consistent, café-standard coffee.
Everyday users consistently commend the machine for its lightning-fast three-minute brew time, the high quality of the coffee it produces, and the flexibility to brew partial pots, noting that the internal hot-water reservoir eliminates any warm-up lag.
“brews a full pot in less than half the time of other top-selling home coffee makers”
Professional reviewers consistently commend the Moccamaster for its SCA-certified temperature accuracy, rapid 4-6 minute brew cycle, and robust Dutch craftsmanship. They note the manual drip-stop basket as a standout feature that enables precise flow control, while calling out the plastic water tank and lack of adjustable strength as minor drawbacks.
Consumers overwhelmingly rate the Moccamaster highly, emphasizing the exceptional flavor, quick brewing, and reliable heat retention of the thermal carafe. Common praise centers on durability and ease of cleaning, while recurring complaints focus on the plastic reservoir feel, occasional leaks, and the absence of automatic strength settings.
