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Coffee Grinders
12 models in the grinder category, with the specs and trade-offs that matter for choosing the right one.
Under $100
1 model
$100–300
5 models
1Zpresso · Manual hand grinder (espresso)
1Zpresso J-Max
$155–$195
An espresso-focused hand grinder with fine micro-step adjustment.
Best for: Manual espresso, Travel espresso
1Zpresso · Manual hand grinder
1Zpresso K-Ultra
$200–$250
A fast, versatile 48mm hand grinder with an intuitive external adjustment dial.
Best for: All-purpose, Filter
Varia · Electric flat-burr (compact)
Varia VS3
$150–$220
A compact, affordable flat-burr single-dose grinder for small spaces.
Best for: Compact espresso, Single dosing
Baratza · Electric conical (entry)
Baratza Encore ESP
$180–$230
An espresso-capable update to Baratza's classic Encore, aimed at affordable home espresso.
Best for: Beginners, Entry espresso
Fellow · Electric conical (all-purpose)
Fellow Opus
$175–$215
An affordable all-purpose conical grinder spanning espresso to French press.
Best for: All-purpose, Beginners
$300–700
6 models
Comandante · Manual hand grinder
Comandante C40 MK4 Nitro Blade
$320–$380
The reference-standard premium hand grinder, prized for its high-nitrogen steel burrs.
Best for: Pour-over, Travel
Fellow · Electric flat-burr (filter)
Fellow Ode Brew Grinder Gen 2
$320–$375
A compact 64mm flat-burr grinder built specifically for filter coffee, refined in its second generation.
Best for: Pour-over, Filter
Niche · Electric conical (single dose)
Niche Zero
$620–$750
The single-dose grinder that popularised low-retention conical grinding for home espresso.
Best for: Single dosing, Espresso
Weber Workshops · Electric flat-burr (high-end)
Weber Workshops Key
$650–$850
A high-end 83mm flat-burr single-dose grinder from a boutique manufacturer.
Best for: High-end espresso, Enthusiasts
Baratza · Electric conical (grind-by-weight)
Baratza Sette 270Wi
$500–$600
A fast, low-retention espresso grinder with built-in grind-by-weight dosing.
Best for: Espresso, Weight-based dosing
Eureka · Electric flat-burr (espresso)
Eureka Mignon Specialita
$380–$470
A quiet, reliable 55mm flat-burr espresso grinder and longtime prosumer staple.
Best for: Home espresso, Quiet operation
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