Breville the Smart Grinder Pro BCG820BSS vs Sunbeam GrindFresh Conical Burr Coffee Grinder EM0440

An honest, side-by-side comparison to help you decide which coffee grinders to buy in Australia.

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Breville the Smart Grinder Pro conical burr coffee grinder in brushed stainless steel

Breville

Breville the Smart Grinder Pro BCG820BSS

60 Grind SettingsConical BurrDosing IQ

#1 Breville the Smart Grinder Pro BCG820BSS

Sunbeam GrindFresh EM0440 conical burr coffee grinder in grey and white

Sunbeam

Sunbeam GrindFresh Conical Burr Coffee Grinder EM0440

Conical Burr25 Grind Settings250g Hopper

#2 Sunbeam GrindFresh Conical Burr Coffee Grinder EM0440

Price & Rating

Breville the Smart Grinder Pro BCG820BSS

A$347

A$449Save 23%

4.7 / 5 · 413 reviews

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Sunbeam GrindFresh Conical Burr Coffee Grinder EM0440

A$80.26

A$119Save 33%

4.4 / 5 · 475 reviews

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Sunbeam GrindFresh Conical Burr Coffee Grinder EM0440 is A$266.74 cheaper.

Scores

Performance

Breville
9.5
Sunbeam
8.5

Ease of Use

Breville
9
Sunbeam
8.8

Build Quality

Breville
9.2
Sunbeam
8.2

Grind Quality

Breville
9.5
Sunbeam
8.4

Value

Breville
8.4
Sunbeam
9.4

Pros & Cons

Breville the Smart Grinder Pro BCG820BSS

Pros

  • + Best-rated electric grinder here at 4.7 stars from 413 reviews
  • + 60 grind settings cover espresso through to French press
  • + Dosing IQ programs grind time in 0.2 second steps for repeatable doses
  • + Portafilter cradles for 50-54mm and 58mm baskets included

Cons

  • The most expensive grinder in this guide
  • More settings and screens than a filter-only drinker really needs

Sunbeam GrindFresh Conical Burr Coffee Grinder EM0440

Pros

  • + Real conical burrs at a budget price
  • + 25 grind settings from espresso to Turkish-fine
  • + Grinds directly into the group handle
  • + Ships from Amazon AU with a 4.4-star rating from 475 buyers

Cons

  • No timed dosing or display, so doses are by eye
  • Grey and white finish is more functional than stylish

Breville the Smart Grinder Pro BCG820BSS

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Sunbeam GrindFresh Conical Burr Coffee Grinder EM0440

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Our Verdict

Choose Breville the Smart Grinder Pro BCG820BSS if …

  • You value performance (scores 9.5/10)
  • You value ease of use (scores 9/10)
  • You value build quality (scores 9.2/10)
  • You value grind quality (scores 9.5/10)

Choose Sunbeam GrindFresh Conical Burr Coffee Grinder EM0440 if …

  • You value value (scores 9.4/10)
  • You want a lower price (A$80.26)

Overall average score: Breville 9.1/10 vs Sunbeam 8.7/10. Breville the Smart Grinder Pro BCG820BSS edges ahead overall.

Breville the Smart Grinder Pro BCG820BSS

A$347

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Sunbeam GrindFresh Conical Burr Coffee Grinder EM0440

A$80.26

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