Breville Dose Control Pro
Specs, pros & cons and how the Dose Control Pro compares to 67 other grinders from $139.95.
Synthesised from owner reviews and expert coverage of the Dose Control Pro.
- Price
- $159.95
- Grind settings
- 60
- Hopper capacity
- Bean Hopper
- Power
- 130 W
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The verdict
The Dose Control Pro is the Smart Grinder Pro's simpler, cheaper sibling: the same 60-setting conical-burr versatility with a more basic interface. It is a solid value grinder for a Breville-based or entry setup.
Like its sibling it is stepped with some retention, but it covers espresso to drip well and is an easy, affordable first dedicated grinder.
What we like
- 60 settings, espresso to French press
- Conical burrs; cheaper than the Smart Grinder Pro
- Simple and reliable
What to know
- Simpler interface than the Smart Grinder Pro
- Stepped adjustment; some retention
- Not a flat-burr espresso specialist
What owners say
Owners treat it as the value pick in Breville's grinder range — most of the Smart Grinder Pro's versatility for less. The same caveats apply: stepped adjustment and retention, fine for entry espresso and great for mixed brewing.
Versus the Smart Grinder Pro
You give up some interface niceties and minor features for a lower price, but the core grinding range and burrs are comparable. For most home setups the difference is small.
Specifications
- Grind settings
- 60
- Hopper capacity
- Bean Hopper Capacity:
- Power
- 130 W
- Voltage
- 110–120 Volts.
- Dimensions
- 8" x 6.3" x 13.5"
- Weight
- 4.7 kg
How it compares
| Spec |  Dose Control $139.95 | Dose Control Pro $159.95 |  Smart Grinder Pro $199.95 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burr type | Stainless Steel conical burr grinder efficiently designed to minimise grinding heat and protect the essential oils in th | — | — |
| Grind settings | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| Hopper capacity | Bean Hopper Capacity: 12oz Coffee Bean Capacity | Bean Hopper Capacity: | 18oz Coffee Bean Capacity. |
| Power | 130 W | 130 W | 165 W |
| Voltage | 110 - 120 Volts | 110–120 Volts. | 110–120 Volts. |
| Dimensions | 7.6" x 9.8" x 15.4" | 8" x 6.3" x 13.5" | 8.5" x 6.3" x 15.3" |
| Weight | — | 4.7 kg | 2.9 kg |
See it in action
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Frequently asked
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How we research & test
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