Customer reviews for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC

Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC

Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC : Efficiently grind up to 90 grams of whole coffee beans, enough for 18 cups, with this heavy-duty, 175 watt machine. Imported. 18-month limited warranty. 8"H x 4"L x 5"W. Model: DCG-12BC. Product Features One-touch control with built-in safety interlock grinds beans to the ideal consistency for any coffeemaker Grinds up to 90 grams of beans at once, enough for up to 18 cups of coffee Heavy duty motor and stainless steel blades deliver the perfect grind Stainless steel bowl with blade assembly is removable and dishwasher safe for easy cleanup Convenient lid lets you store unused ground coffee right in grounding bowl Cord storage feature keeps countertop neat and safe One touch control offers easy operation Safety interlock feature prevents unit from operating until lid is securely closed Graduated markings make measuring easy Illustrated instruction booklet included
Overall rating:
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4.6
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5
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19 out of 21(90%)customers recommend this product.
Customer reviews for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
Review 1 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC

PostedMarch 4, 2012
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2Sassy
fromCA
Age:55 to 64
Gender:Female
Cooking Level:Advanced
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Crowd Pleaser
Love this product, not messy like most of the grinders I've had and quiet. This is a must have if you love a fresh brewed cup of coffee. Cuisinart puts out a great product! Easy clean up, easy to use excellent product! :-)
In the kitchen, I'm never without: my mixer, food processer, coffee grinder, coffee pot,wine opener, micro
Favorite Brand: Kitchen Aid/Cuisinart
Pros: Cord length, Energy efficient, easy to use, Low noise, construction, Performs Well, durability, capacity, Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, quality, Fast/ Speed, True to Color, Appearance/ Design /Style, easy to store, Functional/Useful
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Review 2 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Perfect!!!

PostedJanuary 6, 2011
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rtrester
fromIndianapolis, IN
I am so glad that I found this coffee grinder!! It works great and it is much quicker and quiter than my old one. I have and will continue to recommend it to my friends!
Pros: quality, Fast/ Speed, easy to use, Low noise, size, Appearance/ Design /Style, Performs Well, easy to store, Functional/Useful
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Review 3 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Not Just For Coffee Anymore!

PostedJanuary 12, 2010
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Katn
fromEast Tennessee
Needing a really good grinder for dried herbs as well as needing one for my coffee, I purchased two of these grinders. I threw some peppercorns, dried rosemary, and a few other herbs into the first grinder and was able to make the best rub I have ever tasted for a roast! I've started grinding all my herbs to "awaken" their flavor before each use. The other grinder can render the coffee beans into which ever form I need really quick. I wonder how I ever got along without these!
Pros: Appearance/ Design /Style, capacity, construction, Cord length, Easy to Clean/Wash, easy to store, easy to use, Easy to view/Read, Fast/ Speed, Performs Well, quality, Value for Money
+3points
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Review 4 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
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4 / 5
4 / 5

Pretty good grinder!

PostedDecember 19, 2007
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collier
fromlos angeles
Never had any trouble with mine - I've had it for well over a year and use it probably once or twice a week. I intend to upgrade to a fancy burr grinder at some point, but the Cuisinart has certainly gotten the job done. Generally I fill it up about halfway and run it for 40 seconds or so, which makes for a pretty nice (and consistent) fine/espresso grind. It does tend to make a little bit of a mess - especially when taking the lid off - but aside from that, no complaints.
+1point
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Review 5 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
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4 / 5
4 / 5

This product met my expectations

PostedMarch 30, 2012
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Flash19
fromCanton, MI, USA
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Female
Cooking Level:Advanced
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Crowd Pleaser
I like the appearance and it goes well on the kitchen counter. It has a good design and not a difficult clean up. Nothing beats the smell of fresh ground beans.
In the kitchen, I'm never without: Good baking pans
Pros: Easy to change/Empty filter, size, Performs Well, Easy to Clean/Wash, Appearance/ Design /Style, Functional/Useful
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Review 6 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

NEEDS A SMALL "BRUSH" TO HELP CLEAN

PostedJanuary 6, 2012
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bearfan39
fromlos angeles
Age:65 or over
Gender:Male
Cooking Level:Advanced
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Kitchen Diva/King
If a small Brush, like the kind ladies use for their eyes, were provided to help brush out the clinging coffee, it would make clean-up easier
In the kitchen, I'm never without: SHARP KNIVES
Favorite Brand: HAENKELS/WUSTHOF
Pros: Cord length, easy to use, construction, size, Performs Well, durability, capacity, Value for Money, quality, Fast/ Speed, Appearance/ Design /Style, easy to store, Functional/Useful, Long-lasting, Easy to view/Read
+1point
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Review 7 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
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3 / 5
3 / 5

PostedDecember 12, 2011
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Felia
fromprescott, az
Age:55 to 64
Gender:Female
Cooking Level:Advanced
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Cooking Enthusiast
Top plastic came in cracked. Had to order a new one.
Will evaluate when replacement comes in.
Favorite Brand: cuisanart
Pros: Cord length, Easy to change/Empty filter, size, capacity, Appearance/ Design /Style
Cons: Construction
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Review 8 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

nice coffee grinder

PostedNovember 12, 2011
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Mustang
fromSouthington, CT
Age:65 or over
Gender:Female
Cooking Level:Intermediate
When I'm in the Kitchen, I become: Kitchen Diva/King
great size, works well, attractive. Fair price and good quality. Highly reccomend.
Pros: easy to use, size, Performs Well, Appearance/ Design /Style, Functional/Useful
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Review 9 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Works Good!

PostedMarch 8, 2011
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Awi1
fromShenandoah Valley
Quick and efficient. I use this unit mostly for grinding herbs. I like that the "usuable" parts are dishwasher safe. Don't be heavy handed or your will turn what you are grinding into dust (it works that good!). I also like the see-through top.
Pros: Cord length, Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, quality, Fast/ Speed, easy to use, multi-purpose, construction, size, Appearance/ Design /Style, Performs Well, easy to store, durability, Functional/Useful, Long-lasting, Easy to view/Read, capacity
+1point
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Review 10 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
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5 / 5
5 / 5

It's a Good One!

PostedNovember 17, 2010
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Nightshade
fromTuxedo, NY
I needed a spice grinder and this one is perfect. Easy to clean and easy to use since the bowl comes out. and it's stainless.
Pros: easy to use, Low noise, Appearance/ Design /Style
+1point
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Review 11 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Great Grinder!

PostedNovember 2, 2010
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ChefOnTheGo
fromLong Island, NY
I bought this grinder to replace my spice grinder. It is heavy duty for those harder spices and I like the fact that I can take it apart to clean. There's nothing worse then getting leftover clove dust in your cumin grindings!
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, easy to use, multi-purpose, Performs Well, durability
+1point
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Review 12 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Good Looking and Easy...

PostedOctober 12, 2010
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Savory
fromWest Hollywood, CA
The brushed aluminim exterior looks great. It's really easy to use and clean. Simple, effective design. Great asset to a kitchen if you have the space for it. I do, so it's great. Could be a little big for some though.
Pros: Cord length, Easy to Clean/Wash, quality, easy to use, construction, size, Appearance/ Design /Style, Performs Well, Functional/Useful
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Review 13 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
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4 / 5
4 / 5

Almost perfect

PostedOctober 10, 2010
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Mommygoose
fromAuburn CA
This was purchased as a spice grinder. The removable grinding bowl is perfect for for spices. It is easy to clean and assemble. Too bad the grinding bowl lid doesn't fit on the bowl under the cover when the machine is assembled for storage. The lid will certainly get lost in some drawer.
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, easy to use, construction, Appearance/ Design /Style, Performs Well
Cons: storage
+1point
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Review 14 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
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5 / 5
5 / 5

Great product

PostedSeptember 13, 2010
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JonMid
fromVermont
This is a great coffee grinder - it gets the job done efficiently and allows me to accurately achieve the grind I want.
Pros: Easy to Clean/Wash, Value for Money, Fast/ Speed, easy to use, construction, Appearance/ Design /Style, Performs Well, Functional/Useful, capacity
0points
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Review 15 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

very quiet

PostedJune 1, 2010
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lovethekitchen
fromohio
i love how quiet it is. also it is very stylish and looks nice sitting on my countertop next to the coffee maker. the great thing about this grinder is that the cup for the beans is removable and washable. i also like the markings showing how many beans to put in for the amount of coffee you want to make.
Pros: Appearance/ Design /Style, capacity, construction, Easy to Clean/Wash, easy to store, easy to use, Easy to view/Read, Low noise, multi-purpose, Performs Well, quality, size, True to Color, Value for Money
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Review 16 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
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5 / 5
5 / 5

so quiet!

PostedMarch 16, 2010
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velkyn
fromharrisburg, PA
I'm amazed how quiet this is. My husband loves coffee and makes it all of the time. Now the cats don't "explode" when he cranks it up.
Pros: Low noise
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Review 17 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

It's My Spice Grinder

PostedJanuary 31, 2010
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Kateresa
fromHanover, MA.
I've been using this exclusively for spices as I have another grinder for coffee beans, and have only good to say about this product. Maybe a previous reviewer got a defective model, which can occur in any brand. Also, because of the difference in oils in coffee beans versus spices, you do want to keep separate grinders for each. It's easy clean, just dry wipe, excellent performance for my use and highly recommended.
Pros: Appearance/ Design /Style, capacity, construction, durability, easy to use, Fast/ Speed, Functional/Useful, Performs Well, quality
+1point
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Review 18 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Not too shabby!

PostedMarch 22, 2008
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erlisha
fromColorado Springs
I really love this grinder. It is easy to use and the thing I love about it most is the removable grinder cup. It's Awesome! I have had mine for a few years now and it still works like it is brand new.
+1point
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Review 19 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
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1 / 5
1 / 5

Don't buy one

PostedNovember 30, 2007
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javjmc
fromrye, ny
I bought this item despite the first reviewer's advice about it failing after one use because I, too, have always received excellent products and services from CHEFS.
My machine actually worked twice before stopping!
Unfortunately, in order to return it and get a refund, one needs to have access to KINKOS or FEDEX STORE (mere drop box will not do).
Beware.
Cuisnart in general looks good, but the quality seems to be lacking in functionality areas.
+1point
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Review 20 for Cuisinart Grind Central Coffee Grinder DCG-12BC
Overall rating 
5 / 5
5 / 5

Cuisinart Coffee Grinder

PostedOctober 19, 2007
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Moochie
fromPahokee, Florida
I purchased a Cuisinart Coffee Grinder. It is a neat little gadget, even though it only worked once. I shipped it back and they are going to send me a new one. What great customer service!
+1point
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