Cuisinart DCG-20BKN Black
Score: 69/100
Mr. Coffee Burr Coffee Grinder
Score: 72/100Rankings
The Mr. Coffee Cafe Grind 18-Cup Automatic Burr Grinder offers 18 grind presets, flat burr uniformity, and automatic portioning in a compact stainless-steel design. Its small hopper, plastic build, and noticeable noise limit suitability for heavy-duty or quiet environments. Best for beginners and casual home brewers seeking affordable burr grinding with automation.
The Cuisinart DCG-20BKN is a compact electric blade grinder featuring a durable stainless-steel bowl and a safety interlock, making it ideal for quick, small-batch grinding. Its lack of adjustable grind settings and limited capacity restrict its use for precision brewing. Best suited for casual home users with limited countertop space.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 18best | |
130 W | 160 Wbest | |
70 g | 227 gbest | |
1.5 yearsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.71 kgbest | 1.67 kg |
3best | 1 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 130 W | 160 W |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.71 kg | 1.67 kg |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | H×W×D: 17.8×8.9×10.8 cm cm | 29.2×13.5×20.8 cm cm |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 3 | 1 |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power Source | Electric | AC |
Features(1) | ||
Bean Hopper Capacity (g) | 70 g | 227 g |
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Professional reviewers and editors are not directly quoted in the available sources; retailer listings emphasize the grinder's reliability for fresh grinding but do not provide detailed third‑party critiques.
Cuisinart's own site notes an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, suggesting generally positive consumer sentiment despite the lack of specific comments.
“Flat burr plates deliver uniform grind size for consistent coffee flavor across drip, espresso, and French press.”
“Small 8-oz bean hopper fills quickly, requiring frequent refills for larger batches.”
Professional reviewers and editors highlight the Mr. Coffee grinder's burr-based uniformity, one-touch automation, and safety features as strong selling points, emphasizing its versatility across 18 grind and cup settings and the ease of cleaning with removable parts. They position it as an affordable entry-level burr grinder ideal for daily home use, though they note the plastic construction may feel less premium compared with higher-end models.
Everyday users consistently praise the consistent grind quality, straightforward operation and portion control, noting that the grinder improves the taste of their coffee and is easy to clean. Recurring complaints focus on the small 8-oz hopper, static buildup, noticeable noise, and the predominance of plastic which raises durability concerns, as well as vague instructions regarding grind-size volume effects.
