Cuisinart Combo 12 Cup and Single-Serve Grind and Brew Coffee Center - SS-GB1NAS

For years I had said that my perfect coffee maker would have a built in grinder and do full pots as well as single cups. When this one came out, my kids all chipped in and got it for me as a mother's day present. That one lasted less than two years. The water reservoir started to leak. I had noticed that the pod side often made a mess, the bold button didn't seem to do much and the grinder doesn't really result in a good cup of coffee. It also doesn't like the beans I use and half the grounds are left in the grinder. I bought another one, assuming that it was just a bad machine. It was never much better but I kept it because I paid a lot for it. Last week, the reservoir let go and I had a full pot worth of water all over my counter. I love Cuisinart and will pay more to buy it because I know it is quality. This coffee maker though, is the most disappointing thing I've ever owned. Naturally, it's just over the three year mark so I'm on my own.

I purchased this coffee pot in May of 2025. This is our 3rd purchase. We have been happy with this style for years. The grinder on this model quit working. Usually the grinder serves as an alarm clock. This morning it didn't grind.

I love that this coffee center can do both pods and grind beans for my specialty coffees

It's the best of both worlds! Want a pot brewed to get going in the morning? You got it! Just want a cup for after dinner? You got that too!

Wouldnt do this again. Small reservoir for the Kcups. No backlight on the led panel which would help in the low light hours. Ive had two issues with the tops of kcups fully puncturing with coffee grinds and water pouring all over my countertop. This was not a cheap coffee maker, it should perform as advertised. Not a typical Cuisinart.

Very nice dual coffee maker. Love the choice of a Pod single serve or a Pot of coffee.

I got my unit as a Christmas present last year. We were in the process of building a new home, so I never even opened it until last month so it is still pretty new. The Pod dispenser has suddenly stopped working. Note: I am the only coffee drinker so just one pod a day. It lights up and allows me to select the size but it shuts off before the process even starts. It shouldn't be dirty, but I cleaned it anyway. The only advice (including the instruction manual) is to reset the unit by unplugging it. Tried that too. No luck and yes it has water. I requested this as a gift so I would be able to make fresh brewed coffee when I have company, but that is only occasionally. I use the pod daily!!!

I love this brand, so reliable and easy to use

Cleaning the grinder after each use was disappointing

Good product. Like the two brew options plus grind option. Can set a timer too. Sometimes certain pods explode, cuisinart recommended keurig and green mountain pods only to prevent that. Basket for carafe doesn’t require a liner which is nice. Pod water side holds enough for about three cups.

Great combo machine but I need to replace the gold tone filter basket for SS-GB1 series but can’t seem to find one?

This pot is great, love using whole beans. Coffee tastes great!

Love it. Great to be able to make a single cup whenever I want!

Great multi function coffee center. Meets several needs with one purchase.

Our 1st grind and brew started spewing grounds into the grinder area and around the burner and counter. Cuisinart answered my problem with a new filter holder and we had the same results, upon which they sent me a new G&B. It has been a blessing to not have to clean up all over after brewing. Thank you for your replacing the defective machine. I love my fresh ground coffee.

I have been a faithful consumer of the grind and brew coffee makers for 15 years. I figured I would upgrade to one that had the added K-cup feature. This model is disappointing! My grinder only worked once and the K-cup leaked everywhere. I found out that you have to rinse the K-cup holder after every use but I’m still trying to figure out why the grinder isn’t working.

Works like it should both in grind and pre-ground modes. Like K-cup single cup feature.

Love this coffee maker it would be better if the Reservoir for the single serve held more water. And there was a backup light on the clock. It's very hard to set the timer without a flashlight.

A good upgrade from my old coffee maker. Grinds coffee beans, able to use the pods, easy to use and clean! Makes smooth coffee! However, the coffee grinding is lacking a bit, it doesn't grind everything and a lot of the grounded ones get stuck inside and doesn’t fall to the filter. This could be normal, but I just prefer to buy pre grounded coffee beans now.

Getting the Grind and Brew coffee maker makes life so much easier in the AM. Just put the beans and water in the night before, set the timer and go to bed..... Wake up to the smell of freshly brewed coffee!!