Last Updated: August 12, 2020 (Refresh Now)
Breville BDC650BSS Grind Control Coffee Maker Brushed Stainless Steel
Last Updated: August 12, 2020 (Refresh Now)
6.6
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1000
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Coffee
258maker, pot, brew, grinder, grind
+77%
-23%
" ... However, if you enjoy a great cup of coffee and you do not mind a little extra effort to get it, this may well be the exact item you are looking for. ... The versatility of this machine will allow you to make a cup of coffee to suit every taste from a strong, bold cup of coffee (my choice) to a week slightly colored cup of hot water (why bother) and everything in between. ... you actually have to empty the brew basket every time you make a fresh pot (shocking isn't it) and about once a week or so you will need to clean out the bean hopper and grinding burr (just like you should if you grind you own beans with any grinder). ... "
" ... Worth the money, great product for consistent pot of coffee ... "
" ... Granted, it has only been two days, however nothing beats a cup of coffee with fresh ground beans. ... I was a Keurig user since they came out and grew tired of processed flavor. ... "
" ... It made good coffee and I liked that I could control the taste by the volume of beans I put in it. ... Works just as good using beans or pre-ground coffee. ... In both instances, the coffee comes out great. ... I've also discovered the key to getting the perfect strength coffee. ... I had been struggling getting the coffee strong enough for my liking. ... "
" ... Coffee: there area lots of adjustments you can make to strength/grind,/# of cups, single cup, etc. ... Makes a really good cup of coffee. ... "
" ... Makes a great cup of coffee ... "
" ... When it works, it makes good coffee. ... "
" ... Took a while to find the settings to make a strong cup of coffee by once I did it’s been worth it (grind size 2, strength 8). ... "
Cleaning
131clean, coffee, chute, basket, grounds
+55%
-45%
" ... You can tell it is very thoughtfully designed where all the pieces come apart and back together very easily, allowing for surprisingly easy cleaning. ... "
" ... Cleaning the grounds out is easier also. ... "
" ... Keep it clean and you’ll be just fine. ... "
" ... To keep it clean is not a chore and just take a couple minutes ... "
" ... - Easy clean up compared to other combined makers ... "
" ... This is easy to clean, easy to load with water (front not back) and you can use a coffee mug, travel mug or carafe, and it's still a grinder but not as noisy . ... I did and no more sludge and easier clean up. ... "
" ... CLEAN IT AFTER EVERY USE ... You have to clean it after each use for everything to jive just right. ... Just clean it like it suggests and you will get consistent results. ... "
" ... The basket is easy enough to clean, but you also need to wipe down the metal disk inside after each use (only complaint). ... "
Product Reliability
79grinder, stopped working, error, breville, broke
+29%
-71%
" ... After about 6 months of use, it broke. ... "
" ... For what I paid for this thing I'm using it until it's completely dead. ... "
" ... The machine stopped grinding after 6 months, would expect much more for $300 ... "
" ... In October 2017, the coffee maker would not work (error 001). ... the same issue presented itself (error 001)! ... For it to have the same issue almost a year, to the day later, is very frustrating. ... "
" ... grinder broke on last unit and was replaced-died 3 weeks later ... "
" ... It’s fine when it works, but I’ve now had it break twice in the 16 months I’ve owned it. ... "
" ... It has been over a week, and they have not yet gotten back to me. ... "
" ... The chute is jammed and I keep getting an “error 001” message. ... Search online, you will see that this is a common error ... "
Ease of Use
34clean, simple, set, operate, maintain
+94%
-6%
" ... We are using it in our office and it just a breeze to use it. ... "
" ... Easy to maintain! ... "
" ... - Easy clean up compared to other combined makers ... "
" ... It is very easy to operate and to clean and I like the different grind settings. ... "
" ... There are a lot of ways you can customize your brew, that are really easy to understand. ... "
" ... It is easy to use and navigate through all of the different options. ... "
" ... Easy to use! ... "
" ... Easy to set up and use. ... "
Usage
32basket, pot, hopper, carafe, grind
+53%
-47%
" ... Dependable, delicious, and most importantly you didn't have to think about it. ... "
" ... Also won’t fit under the cabinets if you have older home with lower cabinet space . ... "
" ... Great product exactly was I was looking for cleaned some counter top space got rid of two machines. ... "
" ... 1. it hold 1/2 pound of beans 2. ... "
" ... Lots of brewing choices and quantity desired. ... "
" ... We have used Breville products in the past (ovens, blenders) and been extremely happy with the quality and usability. ... "
" ... I stick the filter in the basket, hook the basket into the basket holder and close the basket holder firmly. ... I wash and replace the filter and basket and close the basket holder. ... The bean hopper comes off easily, and if you do it with the basket holder closed, it also spins the metal disk so you can see through the disk's window into the grinder. ... I take the filter basket out. ... "
" ... I bought Starbucks from the grocery store, and after reading their recommendations, I'm going to try a local bag. ... "
Price
29worth the money, worth the price, worth every, worth, cost
+62%
-38%
" ... Worth every dollar! ... "
" ... Worth the money! ... "
" ... Worth it to me. ... "
" ... Worth the extra money - Breville has no competition in my opinion. ... "
" ... Upfront cost is high. ... "
" ... For the price I would expect a far better quality product. ... I should have saved half the price and bought one again ... "
" ... Worth the money ... "
" ... I decided to spend a bit more money on this Breville and have not regretted my investment for a second! ... This Breville is absolutely worth every cent! ... "
Size
29mug, hopper, carafe, basket, travel
+41%
-59%
" ... Now it has completely fallen apart. ... "
" ... You just have to tap it apart (basically push the clasp piece teeth to the side so it pops back up). ... "
" ... The grounds are blown SIDEWAYS into the basket, rather than falling. ... As a result, the grounds stick to the opening, and eventually clog the whole thing . ... "
" ... You have to tip the carafe almost upside down to pour, the spout is in a weird place. ... "
" ... The thermos is impossible to empty- you have to hold it upside down and shake it. ... "
" ... The beans do not drop down into the hopper alone, we have to feed them unless the hopper is constantly over-filled. ... "
" ... This makes a mess and can also cause the chute to jam. ... "
" ... It is locked in the wrong position. ... "
Returns
21back, returned, sent, replacement, sending
-100%
" ... Returning for something better! ... "
" ... Would like to return. ... but window of return, (Jan 31) has passed. ... "
" ... I have contacted the manufacturer. ... "
" ... They sent a replacement unit after I sent the first unit back. ... "
" ... If I were able to return this item I would at this point. ... "
" ... I wish I could return this coffeemaker! ... I am past the window for returns because I have been out of town or it would have gone back. ... "
" ... I just threw this thing in the garbage. ... "
" ... Replacement will be returned. ... "
Build Quality
21carafe, taste, like, grinder, feels
+19%
-81%
" ... it'll break down and disappoint you greatly some day. ... "
" ... The lip of the Carafe must be defective or a poor design. ... "
" ... Now it has completely fallen apart. ... "
" ... After about 6 months of use, it broke. ... "
" ... The clasp piece sometimes gets locked in place and the door won't shut. ... You just have to tap it apart (basically push the clasp piece teeth to the side so it pops back up). ... "
" ... but this is not the case. ... "
" ... Bean grinder broke 3 times in a year. ... "
" ... i feel Ike I should have spring fur a Nespresso instead. ... "
Design
19looks, display, panel, surroundings, push
+58%
-42%
" ... Nicely looking, good quality, like it very much ... "
" ... Rich and dark . ... "
" ... First off, this thing looks baller. ... "
" ... It looks great and the specs are right. ... Construction: looks sturdy, but poorly designed. ... "
" ... It even looks sexy sitting on my counter. ... "
" ... Its BIG, but looks nice on the counter. ... "
" ... Plus it looks great in my kitchen! ... "
" ... This thing is as awesome as it looks. ... "
Marketplace
11received, works, saw, said, purchases
+45%
-55%
" ... This seller's item doesn't work as expected. ... DO NOT buy from this vendor. ... "
" ... Monday was a different story. ... "
" ... Amazon support was a complete waste of time. ... "
" ... Of the many, many purchases I make regularly on Amazon, this is absolutely the worst thing, in any category, that I have ever bought. ... "
" ... Unfortunately Amazon only gives 30 days for refunds. ... "
" ... I have contacted the manufacturer. ... "
Heating
10carafe, heat, coffee, brewing, water
+80%
-20%
" ... Grinds great, blends well, the carafe keeps everything hot. ... "
" ... Thermos keeps coffeee hot for 4hours (without preheating it with warm water). ... "
" ... There is not a heater but the carafe is metal and retains heat well (once had a still warm cup at noon after initial brew at 6am). ... "
" ... I would love it if the coffe stayed hot! ... "
" ... The thermal carafe works best if you preheat it with hot water prior to brewing. ... "
" ... This carafe retains heat SO well, that I bet if you poured boiling water into it the night before, let it warm up, dump it out, then put the lid on and set the timer, it would retain a fair amount of that heat until the next morning. ... "
" ... If you heat up the carafe with hot water, it will stay hot for hours. ... "
" ... Avoiding the burned taste from a heating element is incredible. ... "
Defective Delivery
7unit, one, machine, lemon, got
-100%
" ... Amazon never checked the machine before sending me a broken one. ... "
" ... It's their words against yours if the item is defective!! ... "
" ... My only guess is it’s defective. ... "
" ... This is either a flawed design or I got a lemon. ... "
" ... Machine was returned and replacement received. ... "
" ... Maybe I got a lemon? ... "
" ... I can not recommend this unit after 2 makers came defective. ... "
Water Resistance
5sensor, float, beans, went, amount
+40%
-60%
" ... I’ve had times where I just made hot water due to this issue. ... "
" ... After owning our Breville BDC 600 for 4+ years, the water sensor was not reading the water input and not dripping the right amount of water set before start to make the desired amount of cups of coffee. ... I did this 20 times and everytime revealed the same outcome: "add water." ... "
" ... The water sensor went after 6 months. ... "
Family
4way, one, house
+100%
" ... That's my basic summary of my new favorite toy. ... "
" ... I think it is better suited for an office. ... "
" ... thinking of getting another one for the lake cabin ... "
" ... I tried this at my sisters house and decided I needed one. ... "
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