Fantastic on paper, mixed results in actual usage...
Let me start by saying that I've been a big fan of grind and brew coffee makers. I know full well what to expect. My last grind and brew was a Cuisinart DGB-550 which means I was already accustomed to cleaning 7 different parts every time I made a pot of coffee and having my cats run for cover when the grinding began. The Cusinart had served me well for over a year but I really wanted something with a thermal carafe and I was excited for the prospect of a burr grinder. On weekends it can take me hours to drink a pot and I hated having my coffee cook during that time. Not to mention the wasted electricity while keeping that carafe piping hot for hours.
PROS
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1) Conical burr grinder. The burr modules spin at lower speeds than standard burr grinders, imparting less heat to the beans.
2) SUPER easy clean up. I don't think anyone can beat this model when it comes to clean up. Just 4 parts -- 3 if you use paper filters. The carafe, carafe lid, basket...
Simply Awesome - So Far
Let me start by qualifying my comments, not that they are any more valid than anyone else but, I'm VP of R&D for a high end hobby company. I develop products for a living and I'm very critical of poor designs.
That said, the Capresso 465 arrived at my office earlier today so, I unpacked it and took it for a spin. It would have shipped back the same day if it didn't pass muster but, I took it home at lunch and it's on my counter, set up, filled, and programmed to make coffee tomorrow morning.
The guys and I evaluated the machine and the overall design quality, materials, and construction are quite good. We cleaned it up a little and then brewed a pot of coffee. The maker worked flawlessly and the coffee was excellent. We grind beans and use a Bunn at the office so, myself and the guys are more than just coffee drinkers.
OK, to keep things brief, the best feature is the simple and elegant design that makes using and clean up about as simple as it...
Simply Amazing!
I'll leave my original review below so those that are interested can read my first impressions. Unfortunately my Capresso died after 1 year of use. The grinder just crapped out rendering the machine a useless carcass. Very unfortunate. I did't bother trying to have it repaired and have since moved on (and up) to the Miele CVA-4066 plumbed coffee system. Now THAT is a coffee maker!
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*my prior review here***********
I can't say enough about this machine. I bought this baby about 3 weeks ago and I could not be happier. Let me start by simply saying this combination grinder/brewer makes the BEST COFFEE I've ever tasted out of a home machine. And, after all, isn't that the most important thing? There are multiple user available tool to change the coarsness of the grind, the amount of grounds that enter the filter, and the "aroma" of the overall process. If you like strong coffee the 10 setting, even with a full pot, is as strong as any cup of...
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