Overall Rating
7.5, Based on 35 Reviews
Avg Price
$100.00
Manufacturer
Breville (Chinese Origin)
Machine Type
Conical Burr Grinder, Bean Hopper, Grinds Catcher, Timer
Colors
Brushed Metal / Black / Clear Plastic
Class
Grinder, Conical Burr Consumer
Pro Review
No
First Look
No
QuickShot
No
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Called the Ikon, BarAroma, and BCG450XL, this is a multipurpose conical burr grinder from Breville, with a built in timer and grind hopper.
Evan Patton
10.04.2009
Rating: 5.4
Bottom Line: Good initial quality, but chronic clogging has me searching for a replacement after 18 months
Eric Pellenbarg (quality: 7.0)
01.17.2009
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: If your budget isn't ready for a $300+ grinder, this is a very good choice.
Eric Mattocks (quality: 7.3)
03.04.2009
Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Best grinder under $300. !
Eran Levy (quality: 7.3)
10.04.2008
Rating: 7.8
Bottom Line: good grinder after all .
Dunno Lol (quality: 6.8)
10.26.2007
Rating: 7.8
Bottom Line: If you are looking for good espresso, step away from this grinder.
Drew Fleck (quality: 7.5)
08.15.2007
Rating: 7.8
Bottom Line: All-in-all I am very satisfied with this purchase. Bottom line- it is so affordable and works so well that I'll be able to put money aside for an even nicer grinder when it's time to upgrade, and I'll be able to drink excellent espresso in the meantime.
Don Ferron (quality: 6.0)
10.14.2008
Rating: 9.8
Bottom Line: Looks good, grinds right, a great value at retail.
Davin Gegolick (quality: 7.0)
06.07.2012
Rating: 7.2
Bottom Line: Best burr grinder for the price!
Craig Murray (quality: 4.0)
05.14.2008
Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: old saying you get what you pay for any one want to buy my breville
Christopher Covolo (quality: 6.0)
01.26.2013
Rating: 7.8
Bottom Line: Simple, small grinder for people that are buying their own beans - but loud.
Brian Woodward (quality: 3.0)
03.17.2008
Rating: 8.2
Bottom Line: Great grinder for the money; capable of espresso-grade grinds.
Ash Furrow (quality: 7.0)
08.30.2010
Rating: 7.2
Bottom Line: *Not* recommended for espresso. Good starter grinder after I modified it, but wore out quickly. Get a better starter grinder if you can at all afford it.
Andrew B (quality: 7.3)
10.19.2008
Rating: 7.2
Bottom Line: Buy it if you're looking for a reasonably priced burr grinder for everything BUT espresso
Adie Williams
09.13.2009
Rating: 8.4
Bottom Line: Worth the $89 on Amazon, this user friendly machine can grind espresso in it's finest settings and is definitely great for drip as well!
Adam Trimble
01.09.2013
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Good grinder, unless you are looking for an artistic piece of kitchenware.
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