CUISINART Coffee Grinder, Electric Burr One-Touch Automatic Grinder with18-Position Grind Selector, Stainless Steel, DBM-8P1

The media could not be loaded. OK, you may be asking yourself why do I need to spend this kind of money on a coffee grinder machine when I have one of those inexpensive rotary blade spice grinders? That is what I was saying initially.I used to be a huge coffee drinker and as I got older the acid began affecting me in negative ways. I tried store-bought cold brew in bottles and that seemed much better. It didn't bother me nearly as much. So, I began a quest to brew the perfect cold brew cup at home. I spoke to baristas at Starbucks and other coffee shops on how they do it and looked up recipes and stories on the web. Cold brew is easy to make but I was not having great success. Mine was more bitter and had an acid taste. I mentioned my results to a coffee maker at Starbucks one day and he said the trick is to use the right grind and well filtered water (which I was doing, I was using RO) . So, I asked about the grind. He said get a burr grinder and set it almost to maximum course grind. That is when I decided to pull the plug and buy this grinder.Well, I love this machine. It is not perfect, but it is excellent. And if you get it on sale or with a coupon it is more than worth the money, really. I know it is hard to believe that a grinder type makes such a difference, but it does, and you WILL notice it on the first sip.The CUISINART burr coffee grinder is a quality machine. It is easy to operate, offers quality grind from fine to course. I think the settings should allow for an even courser grind, but it works for me as is. Depending on what you are drinking, espresso to cold brew, you require a different grind and Rotary blade grinders don’t get it done correctly even if you try and time it to get the right coarseness. Don’t ask me why but they don’t. You get a much more consistent grind with this. The difference in the brew quality is noticeable, honestly.What I really like about this machine is it dispenses the right amount of coffee at the right grind, once you dial in what you like you get a consistent cup like never before. All you do is pour in beans in the hopper, set the desired degree of grind and then slide the switch to the number of cups you plan to brew, then hit start. The machine runs and stops, and you’re done, you have the right amount at the right grind. Fantastic. Not too strong too weak or too bitter. Yes, you will have to experiment a little bit to get your settings to what you prefer but it will not take long and once you have it set it is a simple push of the button.Positives:• Produces a wide range of consistent grinds.• Love that it dispenses the right amount of coffee.• Reasonably priced for what it does and the quality of build• Major brand (should have decent customer support)Negatives:• Could offer a little more course setting.• A bit loud• Takes up some space on counter (pain to put away and take out)• Needs to be cleaned from time to time.Overall, I love this grinder as I am drinking my best cold brew ever right now. It is not a perfect machine, but it is close enough for me, does what I want and is a good value. I highly recommend this machine if you are a coffee lover and appreciate a quality brew. I give this item 5 stars because of the results; the machine is about 4.75 stars because it could be courser and a bit quieter. Love the grind selector and the fact it dispenses the right amount, that is really great. It works very well.3/17/24 UPDATE: Still loving this machine. No issue whatsoever. After reading some of these other reviews, you have to judge a product AND the cost for the best value and if it meets your needs. At this price, it is a very nice machine. Yes, there are more expensive commercial style machines. This is a home machine that will grind your beans for whatever you are brewing. I read some other reviews and feel some were a little biased because they had used commercial style grinders prior, and this is not as nice. Well, Bentley's are better than Chevy's but they both get you to where you are going safely. This is a home item, intended for intermittent use, not a commercial continuous-use machine. All that said it gives you a quality grind for whatever coffee brew method you are choosing. Also, Cuisinart is a big-name company that stands behind your purchase. If your item is defective or for some reason breaks, I am sure they will remedy the issue. Over 10,000 of these were sold just on Amazon last month! THAT says something. It's a good deal for a home machine.5 starsThis is my honest review of this item; I hope it was helpful to you in making a purchasing decision.

I've ground several pounds of coffee beans through ours. Level 1/3 cup of beans daily at the finest grind setting makes 10 cups for us. Its a bit loud, like old vacuum cleaner loud, but only takes less than 20 seconds at the 8 cup setting to grind my 1/3 cup. Over one year now, it is still going like new.I don't store beans in the hopper but add just the amount I want to grind per day. Some light roasts are dry and can be statically charged, causing an 'explosion' of coffee when you open the container while others have enough moisture to stay put. I don't clean this daily and the little moist bean dust residue seems to solve the static problem.We bought this unit for our son and it seems to look and function identically to ours. He is thrilled.

Purchased this in 2019 for use in a single home. Used it for french press, cold brew, and standard single serve until my brewer decided to end its life. I liked the ability to take it fully apart for cleaning as well as the various grinding sizes.It has lasted 5 years but in the last 6 months it has stopped automatic shut off. I have to manually hold the button to grind and release when finished. It seems to be grinding against its will, but i will use it until it fully dies like every other relationship in my life. Decent life span for the price. I could have sprung for one of the fancy digital ones but i like some snuggles in life. I would recommend for gentle users or for a short time need.

I'm so glad I purchased this Cuisinart Coffee Grinder! It’s made a noticeable difference in the flavor and freshness of my coffee. The grind is consistent every time, and I really appreciate the range of settings—it works perfectly whether I’m brewing with a drip machine, French press, or espresso maker.It’s easy to use, doesn’t make a huge mess, and the removable grind chamber makes cleanup quick and simple. I also love the sleek, compact design—it fits nicely on my counter without taking up too much space.If you’re looking for a reliable, affordable grinder that gets the job done and delivers great results, this is it. Highly recommend for any coffee lover!