Breville Knock Box Mini BES001XL

I really love the Breville Knock Box Mini—it’s a game changer for my espresso routine. Before I got this, I was tapping my portafilter against the trash can, and sometimes the basket would come loose and fall into the trash, which was super frustrating. Plus, it made a mess. But with this knock box, that problem is completely gone. It’s sturdy enough that I can knock out the coffee grounds without worrying about the basket popping out or making a mess. The build quality is excellent. It feels solid and well-made, and it’s gentle on my portafilter, so I don’t have to worry about damaging it. The stainless steel design looks sleek next to my espresso machine and holds up well over time. It’s also compact, so it doesn’t take up much space on my counter, which is great for small setups. If you’re tired of the mess and dealing with loose baskets, I’d highly recommend this knock box. It’s well-built and makes cleanup super easy. Read more

I thought I should let you know what a great knock box this is. It is well-designed, well-made, sturdy, unobtrusive and easy to clean. It still looks and functions like it did when it was new, which is very good. Edit... After reading some of the negative reviews concerning size and messiness, I wondered why I hadn't noticed either of those things with my box. I make triple shots, around 25 grams of ground espresso beans. The resulting pucks are on the large side, I expect. I think it's important to knock the puck out right after pulling the shot, as the longer it stays in the portafilter, the harder it is to knock out. The configuration of the bar places it under the near edge of the portafilter...usually three light taps loosens the puck so it pivots off the bar and lands gently in the box. It stays totally in one piece, nothing flies anywhere, it's just a big puck dropping into the box. There's room for maybe 6 of these pucks in the box, so for me, daily emptying is all that's called for. I can go 2 days if I don't make drinks for anyone else. In our environment, pucks will start to mold after a day or so, anyway, so I wouldn't want to be collecting pucks in any knock box for more than one day, anyway. So, no, this box does not make a mess, yes, it is engineered well, and works as designed, and no, it is not too small. Read more

I have a Breville Bambino Plus and soon realized I needed a place to easily remove the coffee 'puck' after extraction. Having made a mess wandering over to our kitchen trash can, my wife asked me to find a solution and I found one which turned out to be too large and I replaced it with this one. It is a perfect size and is robust enough to withstand the fairly substantial 'bash' you have to give the portafilter in order to remove the coffee puck that forms after the extraction process. Cleaning is simple with the knock bar being very easy to remove. The coffee grounds go onto the garden as they excellent for promoting plant growth apparently. Pros: 1. Great size for several 2 cup sessions. Lasts about 5 days. 2. Very robust. 3. Easy to clean. 4. Well made. Cons: None, really. Thoroughly recommeded. Read more

I recommend this product to all coffee enthusiasts out there! The Breville Knock Box Mini is a game-changer when it comes to coffee and espresso machine accessories. What I liked most about this product is the stainless steel canister, which not only adds a touch of elegance to my coffee station but also ensures durability and easy cleaning. No more worrying about coffee stains! And let's not forget the no-mess coffee puck removal feature. It's genius! No more sticky fingers or coffee grounds all over the countertop. The Breville Knock Box Mini truly makes my coffee brewing experience hassle-free. However, if I had to suggest an improvement, it would be to offer an option for a larger knock box. While the mini size is perfect for everyday use, a bigger option would be great for those who brew multiple cups at once. Overall, I am highly satisfied with this product. It has made my coffee routine more enjoyable and convenient. Perfect to contain the coffee pucks and eliminate mess, jus... Read more

Liked: looks great, compact, non-slip, it does work even with forceful knocking (more secure when holding box with other hand), stable while knocking one-handed, off-set (not centered) cross bar, raised rear wall to help prevent messes, easy to disassemble and clean, reassembles easily and securely, reported longevity. Disliked: a little too small to prevent some counter mess unless your puck is dry (I have a 54mm portafilter); product is mostly plastic with a stainless steel shell; cross bar seems to be rubber-coated plastic instead of rubber-coated steel. I wish it were about an inch wider on each side, but I will continue to use it while researching other knock boxes. Addendum: I've been using it for a little while now and still like it. I no longer have plans to replace it. Read more