Melitta Mill & Brew

*Est. $80
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Melitta Mill & Brew

Pros
  • Owners note the Melitta Mill & Brew is quieter than other grind and brew models; it grinds relatively evenly and holds up well over time.
Cons
  • A few owners say some of the plastic parts of the Melitta Mill & Brew are prone to breaking. Others would like the company to tweak its auto shutoff function, which shuts the coffee maker off after an hour.

Although we could not find any professional reviews of this coffee maker, the Melitta Mill & Brew has accumulated more than 650 reviews that average 4 stars (out of 5) at Amazon.com. Other reviews were found at CoffeeGeek.com, a coffee enthusiasts' website where reviews tend to be long and detailed.

The Melitta Mill & Brew is widely regarded as the best value in combo coffee makers, which both grind the beans and make the coffee. Most owners are pleased with the Mill & Brew's performance and ease of cleaning, and they praise its metal mesh filter, 24-hour programmable timer and relatively compact countertop footprint.

Our Sources

1. Amazon.com

Almost 700 owners have posted reviews of the Melitta Mill & Brew at Amazon.com, where they average 4 stars (out of 5). A few say that some of the plastic parts are prone to breaking, while others say it does a stellar job. Overall, many owners say it is an excellent value.

Review: Melitta Mill & Brew Reviews, Contributors to Amazon.com

2. CoffeeGeek.com

The Melitta Mill & Brew has been reviewed 13 times by owners posting to CoffeeGeek.com, where it has earned an average rating of 6.9 stars (out of 10). Owners report the plastic part that holds the lid in place is prone to breaking, but on the whole, they call it a good coffee maker/grinder for the money. They also say it's very convenient.

Review: Melitta MEMB1 Reviews, Contributors to CoffeeGeek.com

3. Epinions.com

More than 25 reviewers award the Melitta Mill & Brew 3.5 stars (out of 5). Several owners pan the auto shutoff features, which turns off after just an hour. For some, this is much too soon. Others say the latch that keeps the filter container closed is prone to breaking. Most, however, say it's easy to use and brews great-tasting coffee.

Review: Melitta Mill & Brew Reviews, Contributors to Epinions

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