Which makes bigger loaves?

The Breville. It bakes up to 2.5 lb, and you can pick 1.0, 2.0 or 2.5 lb. The Cuisinart tops out at 2 lb.

Is the Breville worth the extra money?

Only if you need the 2.5 lb loaf, the gluten-free mode or the automatic ingredient dispenser. Otherwise the Cuisinart at $189.99 as of November 7, 2026 saves you about $210.

Which is better for gluten-free bread?

The Breville. It has a dedicated gluten-free mode. The Cuisinart's 16 programs do not list a gluten-free setting.

Does either machine add raisins or nuts by itself?

The Breville does, through its automatic ingredients dispenser. The Cuisinart does not have one, so you add mix-ins by hand.

Which has more programs?

The Cuisinart, with 16 programs. The Breville has 13 automatic settings plus 9 custom slots you program yourself.

Which is better for even browning?

The Cuisinart, because it bakes with convection. The Breville relies on a standard bake element.

Breville Custom Bread Maker BBM800XL vs Cuisinart Convection Bread Maker CBK-210

Buy the Breville Custom Bread Maker BBM800XL if you want the largest loaves, a gluten-free mode, an ingredient dispenser and a long 13-hour delay. Buy the Cuisinart Convection Bread Maker CBK-210 if you want a convection oven, more programs and a much lower price. The Breville is $399.95 at Abt Electronics & Appliances as of November 7, 2026. The Cuisinart is $189.99 at eBay as of November 7, 2026, about $210 less.

Today the Cuisinart Convection Bread Maker CBK-210 costs $209.96 less at its best price.

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