Technivorm Moccamaster 59691 KB
Score: 82/100
Breville Grind Control
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 Technivorm Moccamaster 59691 KB hand-crafted brewer offers precise temperature control and fast 4-6 minute brewing, keeping coffee hot for up to 100 minutes with its metal housing and glass carafe. Its manual drip-stop, fragile glass carafe, and larger footprint may deter some users. Perfect for enthusiasts who demand premium build quality and café-grade coffee.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
10 cupsbest | 5.625 cups | |
— | 7.61 cupsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 300 secondsbest | — |
93.5 °Cbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.84 kgbest | 7.3 kg |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1,475 W | 1,100 Wbest |
5 yearsbest | 1 years |
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Capacity(1) | ||
Brew Capacity (Cups) (cups) | 10 cups | 5.625 cups |
Power & Energy(1) | ||
Power Consumption (W) | 1475 W | 1100 W |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 5 years | 1 years |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.84 kg | 7.30 kg |
Height (cm) | 35.56 cm | 41.4 cm |
Width (cm) | 16.51 cm | 31.75 cm |
Depth (cm) | 32.39 cm | 21.59 cm |
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Professional reviewers commend the Moccamaster for its precise copper heating element that consistently reaches 196-205°F, delivering café-quality extraction in just 4-6 minutes. They highlight the even hotplate temperature (175-185°F) that keeps coffee fresh for up to 100 minutes, the SCA/ECBC certifications, and the durable Dutch-handmade construction. The manual drip-stop basket and glass carafe are noted as drawbacks compared with automatic models and more robust thermal carafes.
Everyday users love the machine's ability to produce consistently hot and flavorful coffee quickly, praising its simple one-button operation and quiet performance. Common complaints focus on the fragility of the glass carafe, the need to manually manage the drip-stop, and the lack of a smaller brew option, which can lead to waste for solo drinkers.
“"consistent, hot, flavorful coffee" - User review”
“"game-changer for daily pots with no bitterness" - User review”
“"awesome" - Coffeeness.de”
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.
