Breville the Smart Grinder™ Pro, BCG820BTR, Black Truffle

Nice Electric Burr Grinder
For years I’ve done grinding with a hand grinder, and honestly I’m convinced that’s the best/quietest/cleanest way to grind your own coffee. But with a new baby and increased work scheduled constantly hand grinding finally got to be too much. I settled on this one for a number of reasons:1) The Breville brand. I’ve always found their appliances to be good quality with well thought out designs.2) Based on review videos online this seemed to be one of the quieter electric grinders.3) Easy to use interface with more than just a simple timer.4) Capable grinding different sizes from French press coarse to finer grinds for drip and aero press with plenty of setting to fine tune for personnel preference.So far it’s been a great grinder and It seems to be of quality build. Definitely feels sturdy.Do not expect whisper quiet, I do not think that’s ever going to be a thing for electric grinders, but it was definitely quieter than some of the others I’ve seen. My newborn infant gives it zero thumbs up… because he’s somehow still asleep while in the same room 20ft. away, but YMMV. For me that’s a decent sound level.The grind levels are great. There are almost too many to chose from, but it does give you plenty of options to find your perfect grind. I use a drip brewer during the week (automated/quicker) and a pour over (preferred) on the weekends. I’ve found different grind levels that I like for both. And having so many grind size options means it’s easy to adjust for bolder/lighter coffee as needed.My only real issue with the grinder, and this seems to just be another thing for electric grinders is the mess. Breville tried to make it a close fit between the output shoot and the container that catches the grinds, but some does escape, and some of the grinds static cling to the inside of the lid and jar. All to say, you end up with some on your counter when you grind and when you open the container to move the ground coffee to your preferred brewer. Nothing a quick wipe with a paper towel can’t take care of.One last note: Most electric grinders, this one included, run based on a predetermined time. Cheaper ones leave the amount of time up to you to figure out. The Breville bases the time on number of selected cups and your grind size. If the time doesn’t match up for you, it’s easy to reprogram the machine to a time that better matches your expectations. Personally I still find it easier to weigh my beans first (a cheap 500g scale is highly recommend, and had many uses in the kitchen) then place them in the hopper. This way even if your timing is off you still end up with the right amount. Either way you choose, I believe this is a great grinder for the money and hopefully will last for many years like the other Breville products we’ve had over the years.

This Breville coffee grinder has truly elevated my home coffee setup. I was looking for a compact yet powerful grinder – with some flexibility, and this one checks all the boxes. The design is sleek, with a sturdy build that feels well-made. I primarily use it for espresso, which is every day – as an espresso demands fresh griding, but I also use it for brewing my cold brew – where I grind big and a lot of it – and it delivers a consistent, measurable grind that’s essential for quality shots and good cold brew. The adjustable settings make it easy to customize the grind size, which is a huge plus for someone who enjoys experimenting with different coffee styles.Using the grinder is straightforward, and I appreciate the convenience of the preset grind volumes – it saves time during busy mornings. Cleanup is also manageable, with a removable bottom piece that helps keep stray grounds contained. My only minor issue is the cord length, which could be a little longer for easier placement on the counter. That said, the grinder’s quality and performance definitely outweigh this small inconvenience. Overall, a great addition to any coffee lover’s kitchen!

Bought this new grinder along with a new Bambino Plus and have been quite pleased with the ease of use of this Breville product- super easy to set up and clean it every other day – dialing in the right grind size will take some patience as your bean quality/type will determine what your taste preference is but I was able to dial in a setting after multiple attempts and we are now pulling very tasty espresso shot’s consistently on a daily basis…another bonus is this unit has a very small footprint on your counter and looks great! Glad with our purchase of this grinder and highly recommend it !

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