Coffee Grinders

Overview

An espresso-capable burr grinder with 40 mm conical steel burrs, 40 settings split between espresso and brew ranges, and a 5.6-pound footprint that fits under a cabinet.

Buying Recommendation

Best Value

Best For

First espresso setup that also has to handle pour over and French press

Web Consensus Insights

Coffee Chronicler and Pro Coffee Gear note that this model successfully adapts a legendary entry-level grinder for espresso by dedicating the first twenty settings to micro-adjustments and adding an upgraded burr set. It holds its place in this lineup as a proven hybrid grinder that balances filter coffee reliability with genuine espresso capability.

Top Pros

• Upgraded M2 burrs
• Dedicated espresso micro-adjustments
• Included dosing cup

Top Cons

• Awkward dosing setup
• Loud operation

Key Specs

Burr Type

Conical steel

Burr Size

40 mm

Grind Settings

40 stepped

Grind Range

Espresso to French press

Dosing Style

Dosing cup

Espresso Rated

Yes

Overview

A single-dose filter grinder with 64 mm flat burrs, 31 settings and an anti-static, low-noise design for pour over, drip and French press.

Buying Recommendation

Top Premium

Best For

Filter coffee drinkers chasing the cleanest pour over they can brew at home

Web Consensus Insights

Serious Eats and Homegrounds praise this grinder for addressing the original model's flaws, utilizing new flat burrs that grind finer and more uniformly for balanced, sweet pour-overs. It earns its spot in this lineup as a filter-focused powerhouse with excellent anti-static technology and precision.

Top Pros

• Large flat burrs
• Anti-static technology
• Quiet operation

Top Cons

• Not rated for espresso
• Large footprint

Key Specs

Burr Type

Flat

Burr Size

64 mm

Grind Settings

31 steps

Grind Range

Pour over to cold brew

Dosing Style

Catch cup

Espresso Rated

No

Overview

A conical burr grinder with 60 settings, grind-by-weight dosing, a 1-pound hopper and adjustable portafilter cradles for espresso through French press.

Buying Recommendation

Customer Favorite

Best For

Households that pull espresso and brew drip from the same grinder

Web Consensus Insights

Pro Coffee Gear highlights this grinder's digital timer and hands-free portafilter cradle, making it a highly convenient option for home espresso. It sits in this lineup as a feature-rich, user-friendly choice that spreads its steps across a wide range of brew methods.

Top Pros

• Digital timer
• Hands-free portafilter cradle
• Wide grind range

Top Cons

• Less precise espresso dialing
• High retention

Key Specs

Burr Type

Conical stainless steel

Burr Size

40 mm

Grind Settings

60 stepped

Grind Range

Espresso to press

Dosing Style

Portafilter cradle or dosing cup

Espresso Rated

Yes

Overview

A stepless single-dose conical grinder with 48 mm burrs, auto-stop and anti-static design, covering espresso through cold brew.

Buying Recommendation

Best Overall

Best For

One-grinder households that brew espresso some days and cold brew others

Web Consensus Insights

The Coffee Chronicler commends this updated model for its larger burrs, stepless adjustment dial, and improved workflow features like an ionizer and auto-stop. It takes its place in this lineup as a highly capable, all-purpose grinder that outperforms its predecessor in both grind quality and user experience.

Top Pros

• Stepless adjustment dial
• Auto-stop feature
• Built-in ionizer

Top Cons

• Unremarkable materials
• High noise level

Key Specs

Burr Type

Stainless steel conical

Burr Size

48 mm

Grind Settings

Stepless dial

Grind Range

Espresso to cold brew

Dosing Style

Catch cups

Espresso Rated

Yes