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Best alternatives to the Breville Grind Control

The Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select is the strongest alternative.

Breville Grind Control

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The Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select at work: a coffee maker on a kitchen counter in the morning

Strongest all-rounder

Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV SelectTechnivorm Moccamaster KBGV SelectSuperb, simple drip coffee that lasts, but it costs a lot

Suits you if

  • You want coffee that tastes close to pour-over without the effort
  • You'd rather own one well-built machine for years than replace cheaper ones

Most dependable

OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee MakerOXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee MakerA compact, simple brewer that makes rich, consistent coffee

Suits you if

  • You care most about how your coffee tastes
  • You have a small kitchen or limited counter space

Easiest to live with

Keurig K-EliteKeurig K-EliteEasy, quiet single-cup brewer that wins on convenience, not flavor

Suits you if

  • You drink pod coffee and want it fast with no fuss
  • Your household makes several cups back to back each morning

If not this, then what?

If the Breville Grind Control isn't quite right, start with the Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select: it suits you if you want coffee that tastes close to pour-over without the effort. The Breville Grind Control is still a great fit if you love fresh-ground coffee but don't want a separate grinder.

We researched 51 expert reviews, analyzed 118,961 owner ratings and comments across 27 sources for 8 coffee makers, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.

Questions people actually ask

What is the best alternative to the Breville Grind Control?

The Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select. It suits you if you want coffee that tastes close to pour-over without the effort.

Based on: Product Review score 82 vs 53 for the Breville Grind Control, across 7 alternatives.

Is there a more reliable alternative to the Breville Grind Control?

Yes, the OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker. It's less likely to give you trouble.

Based on: Reliability 95 for the OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker vs 13.

What is the best alternative to the Breville Grind Control from another brand?

The Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select. It suits you if you want coffee that tastes close to pour-over without the effort.

Based on: Highest-scoring model not made by Breville (82).

Is there a cheaper alternative to the Breville Grind Control?

Yes, the Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select. It usually costs less and suits you if you want coffee that tastes close to pour-over without the effort.

Based on: Typical prices: Breville Grind Control $399.95; Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select $359–$370.

Your other options, ranked

How each one compares with the Breville Grind Control
  1. 01Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select

    Technivorm Moccamaster KBGV Select

    Superb, simple drip coffee that lasts, but it costs a lot

    EXPOWNREL82
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  2. 02OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker

    OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker

    A compact, simple brewer that makes rich, consistent coffee

    EXPOWNREL81
    Higher score (+28)More reliableHappier ownersExperts rate it higherBreville Grind Control vs OXO Brew 8-Cup Coffee Maker →
  3. 03Keurig K-Elite

    Keurig K-Elite

    Easy, quiet single-cup brewer that wins on convenience, not flavor

    EXPOWNREL77
    Higher score (+24)More reliableHappier ownersExperts rate it higherBreville Grind Control vs Keurig K-Elite →
  4. 04Ninja DualBrew Pro

    Ninja DualBrew Pro

    A flexible pods-and-carafe brewer with a real reliability question mark

    EXPOWNREL76
    Higher score (+23)More reliableHappier ownersExperts rate it higherBreville Grind Control vs Ninja DualBrew Pro →
  5. 05Ninja Specialty Coffee Maker

    Ninja Specialty Coffee Maker

    A versatile, compact brewer that makes good coffee, with some reliability doubts

    EXPOWNREL76
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  6. 06Fellow Aiden

    Fellow Aiden

    Pour-over quality coffee from a drip machine, at a premium price

    EXPOWNREL72
    Higher score (+19)More reliableHappier ownersExperts rate it higherBreville Grind Control vs Fellow Aiden →
  7. 07Breville Precision Brewer

    Breville Precision Brewer

    A precise, tweakable drip brewer that shines for big pots, not singles

    EXPOWNREL71
    Higher score (+18)More reliableHappier ownersExperts rate it higherAlso BrevilleBreville Grind Control vs Breville Precision Brewer →