

The Atomi app does give you three options to control the strength of your brew. What we would have preferred, however, is a software-controlled grind adjustment, rather than a manual knob. We found the knob solid enough in its function, and it held its position well in daily use. You can control the size of the grind via the aforementioned 8-position plastic knob atop the machine.

If you’re hoping to let the rest of the household sleep while you prepare your morning brew, you’ll want to skip the grinder and put pre-ground beans directly into the filter, which is an option.

Setting the machine to brew first thing in the morning, we found the whirring of the burrs loud enough to ensure we wake up to go drink the coffee while it’s fresh. The burr grinder itself is extremely noisy, though. While the bean hopper is on the small side, it holds enough beans for several full 12-cup brew cycles. The filter door pops open when you press the silver OPEN button on the side of the appliance.
