Just want a decent home burr grinder Even the more highly-rated burr coffee grinders have drawn a number of negative reviews. I am getting bummed out. Can anyone attest to their experience that they've used a burr grinder that (a) costs $100 or less; (b) has no major design flaws or irritations [a little bit of grind hanging in the machine is not a deal-killer to me]; (c) has actually worked at least 2 - 3 years before it died? Personally I value reliability over finesse. It would drive me crazy if I bought a kitchen appliance, used it carefully (as I do), and still had it conk out in a couple of years. Besides, what am I supposed to do in the grind-less, caffeine-less interim? Just want a decent home burr grinder Even the more highly-rated burr coffee grinders have drawn a number of negative reviews. I am getting bummed out. Can anyone attest to their... » Read More Just want a decent home burr grinder Even the more highly-rated burr coffee grinders have drawn a number of negative reviews. I am getting bummed out. Can anyone attest to their experience that they've used a burr grinder that (a) costs $100 or less; (b) has no major design flaws or irritations [a little bit of grind hanging in the machine is not a deal-killer to me]; (c) has actually worked at least 2 - 3 years before it died? Personally I value reliability over finesse. It would drive me crazy if I bought a kitchen appliance, used it carefully (as I do), and still had it conk out in a couple of years. Besides, what am I supposed to do in the grind-less, caffeine-less interim? « Show Less
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I suppose the Krups covers a), but it didn't satisfy b) or c) for me. For the numerous design flaws see the reviews. Mine lasted about one year of one cup a day before the on/off switch broke.I then bought the Bodum Bistro and found it to be much better designed.
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Using this particular grinder, I've kept it running since I bought it at a department store many years ago (closer to five, I think). It sadly burned out just recently as my dad has a habit of grinding a whole bag of beans rather than the 12 max it's intended to do at once. Even then it could do three full grinds in a short time, with maybe a brushing out every so many months. I did find some annoyances in the occasional bean stoppage and post-grind mess, but I'm buying this again.
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Mine Krups GVX has worked for over a year, produced hundreds of shots, cost me $55. Never once had a jam. The safeties are annoying but I guess you can't grind off your finger by accident. Grind consistency is much better than a whirlybird grinder. The only design flaw is that the coffee beans sometimes stick in the top hopper and you have to give it a little shake or jolt to get them flowing again. usually works.
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For under $100, I like this grinder. Mine lasted more than 10 years and ground espresso for my Breville espresso maker. It isn't perfect but it is capable! I.E. reservoir spills when removing. Bean feed sometimes requires a whack on the side. With that said, more than 10 years use for $50+/- Today, the power button failed and fell into the machine. I am getting another one.
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Yeh Bruce I was super anal about not "cross contaminating" my grind but I have not had an issue yet. Only issue I had was when I first bought this grinder I tasted a metallic after taste in my coffee. I was ready to return it but gave it a couple weeks and I'm glad I did. I think the burrs just needed to be seasoned. Which goes back to the question "SHOULD I clean my grinder, not WHEN.
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I hate to say this, but just throw it away. I have been using the cheap Black & Decker and it makes great coffee - they only last a year but for $20 they are worth every penny. I truly hate Cuisinart products and will never buy them. Such a great Company at one time. Now garbage products.
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Ufortunately the product is really bad. I had other serious problems with mine. I lasted less than 2 months before 1) pause to pour stopped working, then 2) the heating plate just overheated (thermostat issue I presume) and overheated boiling the coffee in the pot. Threw in the trash. The last 4 coffee makers I have purchased, all different brands, have ended very badly and very quickly (1month to 6 months for the longest life). They are all bad and not made to last. Now have a Keurig with issues. Sorry I cannot give more constructive feedback. Good luck!
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This is the 565 and I love it, it's my first Burr grider and very well made quiet. See this page they reference the 565: http://www.capresso.com/coffee-grinders-burr-infinity.shtml Get one and enjoy perfectly ground fresh coffee!
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It's such a reasonably priced machine. Even if they offered "cup" inserts, they would probably cost almost as much as the grinder. I purchased two separate grinders. I have black one for coffee and a white one for seeds, nuts, and spices.
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I did not find it to grind consistsnty. Too much variation per batch. This was not my experience with it's previous model. I retired the new one and got the Japenese hand crank conical burr. From Hario $42. Beautiful grind. Slow. Take the Zen Approach!
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I've had many mr. coffees...the JWX23 is a pretty decent unit...it's our second one...we get a couple years out of them...maybe a year and a half...we make a couple of pots every day.Every couple months we run vinegar through...keeps the brewing speed good...I tried black and decker...some of them are o.k...I tried the mr. coffee with the insulated decanter...never hot enough...we had one black and decker like that, and another black and decker that was super hot...Before you buy any coffee maker, smell the water chamber...some of the other companies use bad smelling rubber components...I'd recommend the JWX23...it's one of their better ones so far...If I didn't like it, I wouldn't have bought the 2nd one.... I've had many mr. coffees...the JWX23 is a pretty decent unit...it's our second one...we get a couple years out of them...maybe a year and a half...we make a couple of pots every day.Every couple months we run vinegar through...keeps the brewing speed good...I tried black and decker...some of them are o.k...I tried the mr. coffee with the insulated decanter...never hot enough...we had one black and decker like that, and another black and decker that was super hot...Before you buy any coffee maker, smell the water chamber...some of the other companies use bad smelling rubber... » Read More I've had many mr. coffees...the JWX23 is a pretty decent unit...it's our second one...we get a couple years out of them...maybe a year and a half...we make a couple of pots every day.Every couple months we run vinegar through...keeps the brewing speed good...I tried black and decker...some of them are o.k...I tried the mr. coffee with the insulated decanter...never hot enough...we had one black and decker like that, and another black and decker that was super hot...Before you buy any coffee maker, smell the water chamber...some of the other companies use bad smelling rubber components...I'd recommend the JWX23...it's one of their better ones so far...If I didn't like it, I wouldn't have bought the 2nd one.... « Show Less
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Hi Frank:If, cost and value and taste are your concerns, you will get far more for your dollar with the Mr. Coffee Espresso Maker. With this machine you control the flavor and number of shots. I've had many brands and they typically fail after a short time. Hands down this is the best machine yet and I use it everyday. One tip, grind beans yourself as preground is too fine and will likely block filter.Hope my feedback help! Happy brewing.
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first off so you do not do what most people do and if you unscrew it wrong you can break the top plastic. You can go to a good store like bed bath and beyond and you should be able to get a burr grinder that is relatively inexpensive. The only thing that blade grinder is good for is the kitchen with grinding herbs. You should grind for a medium grind and it did mine between the medium and fine and then follow the instructions for how to load the grinds and then brew and you should have a great cup of coffee. Remember to always never bang the grinds out, you blow through the tube into the trash or where ever you discard the grinds because you will damage it if you bang out the grinds. Hope this helps first off so you do not do what most people do and if you unscrew it wrong you can break the top plastic. You can go to a good store like bed bath and beyond and you should be able to get a burr grinder that is relatively inexpensive. The only thing that blade grinder is good for is the kitchen with grinding herbs. You should grind for a medium grind and it did mine between the medium and fine and then follow the instructions for how to load the grinds and then brew and you should have a great cup of coffee. Remember to always never bang the grinds out, you blow through the tube into the... » Read More first off so you do not do what most people do and if you unscrew it wrong you can break the top plastic. You can go to a good store like bed bath and beyond and you should be able to get a burr grinder that is relatively inexpensive. The only thing that blade grinder is good for is the kitchen with grinding herbs. You should grind for a medium grind and it did mine between the medium and fine and then follow the instructions for how to load the grinds and then brew and you should have a great cup of coffee. Remember to always never bang the grinds out, you blow through the tube into the trash or where ever you discard the grinds because you will damage it if you bang out the grinds. Hope this helps « Show Less
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Hello Laurie, well they picked a great one to answer this question. If you had this machine since Feb. 2014 I would kind of say you got your monies worth, if you use yours as much as I use mine. Not sure which model you have, but BE CAREFUL. A lot of the newer ones only keep the coffee hot for 2 hours, mine keeps it hot and tasty for 4. I think they all range around $50-$75. This isn't anything to sneeze at but I still feel they are the best coffee makers on the market. Hope I helped.
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I use a near-fine grind. It's the second lowest setting on my burr grinder. But lots of people have different opinions on what's best and depending on your method. Kaffeologie's site has some tutorials too you could check out.
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My question for you is why you would want to buy this coffeemaker? It has poor ergonomics and makes a less than mediocre cup of coffee. It would be a terribly disappointing device for half the price they are trying to extort from you. Don't worry about the overpriced filters, find a coffeemaker that will deliver a decent cup of coffee first.
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We had the same experience. Our 10 year old one was a champ, and only decided to replace it because it was so old and grungy. This new one did not grind fine enough even on the tightest setting. We returned it to Capresso within a month or so for a replacement and the new one is no better. We eventually gave up and purchased a separate burr grinder so the Capresso is just an expensive Mr. Coffee at this point. No more Coffee Team products in our future, I'm afraid. We are really disappointed. Sorry you are having the same experience.
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I've had many mr. coffees...the JWX23 is a pretty decent unit...it's our second one...we get a couple years out of them...maybe a year and a half...we make a couple of pots every day. Every couple months we run vinegar through...keeps the brewing speed good...I tried black and decker...some of them are o.k...I tried the mr. coffee with the insulated decanter...never hot enough...we had one black and decker like that, and another black and decker that was super hot... Before you buy any coffee maker, smell the water chamber...some of the other companies use bad smelling rubber components... I'd recommend the JWX23...it's one of their better ones so far...If I didn't like it, I wouldn't have bought the 2nd one....
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back in the day we always purchased black & decker (under the cabinet) coffee makers. loved them! this was our first mr. coffee model for the countertop. we've been really pleased. we make 3-pots per day on average and clean the machine once a month. even so...we still only get roughly a year from our m.c. models. my mother gets less than a year using a braun coffee maker (3x the $$ of our m.c.) seems a waste of money? best of luck! cheers, ~ tom
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I hate it and have put it aside for. Goodwill. The ground coffee receptical blowsOut unless you hold it. I have bought the Capresso Burr Grinder from aAmazon and love it and bought two for gifts. Hope that helps.