Cuisinart (DGB-550BK) Grind & Brew 12-Cup Automatic Coffee Maker Reviews

There is nothing like grinding fresh coffee beans for a great cup of coffee. This is about my third Cuisinart Grind and Brew. ️

This is our 3rd grind & brew so that should give you the idea we are fond of the coffee maker. We try and keep up with the cleanings and since we have hard water here I use about 4 cups of distilled water in with the balance of tap water so I believe that helps with keeping the heating coils cleaner. I have a routine of cleaning after each use so no custy stuff for the next cycle of brewing. This last maker we received has a basket door that doesn't quite fit evenly, I have over the years know how to do minor adjustments on these makers having taken some that have died apart to see how they are assembled but would prefer the fabricators do a better job with QC, thus the 4 star rating.

I love the Grind and Brew. I have had the same one before and use it daily. It is easy to use and keeps the coffee hot. I enjoy the smell of the freshly ground coffee beans.

Easy out of box use, had one before and it died after @3 years and it was very loud..this is a newer model works the same just not as loud which is very nice. The markers for the water are very hard to see its dark.

This is a great coffee maker, is a great value for the money, and has lots of extras on it. This was bought as a gift for my husband and he's an avid coffee drinker who loves his new coffee machine.

I love that I can grind my own beans or use pre-ground coffee. The 12 cup capacity is great for when we are having people over and the option to brew a smaller pot works great for daily use.

Great fresh brewed cup of coffee. Only thing I've noticed is that the front door doesnt always sit correctly and the grind cup gets clogged and some beans left over while staying under the limit of beans being placed in.

This is the second Grind & Brew that I have owned. My first one lasted many years. This makes a great cup of fresh ground coffee! It is a little noisy and requires a little clean up, but it is definitely worth it. I have found that using paper filters makes clean up easier- I highly recommend!

It is a little of a surprise that you sent a replacement that had a grinder. It doesn't give clear instructions on measuring the whole beans like I would have hoped.

Just as others have said, the Cuisinart does make a great cup of coffee. I'll admit there are more parts to clean than a normal maker, but its worth it for the taste. As far as the noise, just sounds like a normal grinder to me.