I’ve gone through 3 in 3 years buying base-mid line models from box stores. They just all give up on life. Light use, mainly on weekends. TIA!

I want grind my own coffee. I want to experiment with different sizes of grinds for cold brew and mocha pot to espresso.

My budget is 2500.

Should I go for an electric grinder or manual grinder? Need recommendations.

I would like to get a grinder as I'm not satisfied buying grounds that are D.O.A. Not sure what's good. It's just my wife and I here so I won't need anything huge. Something not too pricey but good value for money. Preferably with different grind settings as I'll use a coffee machine, french press etc. TIA

Hey everyone! I’m in the market for a new coffee grinder and I’m looking for some recommendations. I mostly brew pour-over and espresso, so I need something that offers consistent grind size and is easy to use.

Edit: After reading the comments I found these ones:

• TIMEMORE Sculptor 064S

• Baratza Encore ESP

• Fellow Gen 2 Ode

• DF64 Coffee Grinder

If you have any other suggestions for coffee grinders that are high-quality but won’t break the bank, feel free to suggest.

Edit: My budget is around $900.

Thanks in advance!

I’ve been doing analysis on reddit data and was looking at the most recommended electric coffee grinders on r/pourover. Thought I’d share the results.

Its part of a side project of mine to tinker with Reddit data and LLMs. My goal was to create something useful for the community while practicing my dev skills.

The analysis aims to highlight the most well reviewed electric coffee grinders - a very rough proxy for what’s widely considered the best electric coffee grinders. Hopefully it is a useful data point for those overwhelmed by all the information out there.

Methodology:

I used Google and Reddit search (filtered for the past year for freshness) to source for discussions on electric coffee grinders in r/pourover. From the top results I analyzed a total of 61 relevant threads and used LLMs to extract opinions and perform sentiment analysis.

To rank the models, I calculated the normalized difference and ratio between the no. of positive and negative user sentiments, and used that to determine the final score for ranking.

Handling and merging different model namings, brands, abbreviations etc is non trivial so a 100% LLM approach wasn’t sufficient. I did some eyeballing and manual clean up but there may still be mistakes. Let me know if you spot anything wrong or surprising.

For those interested in, the source data (i.e. comments analyzed) and individual sentiment analysis can be found on RedditRecs dot com (or google RedditRecs)w

Hi!

I looked through the old posts but didn't find anything newer than 4 years ago, so I thought I would pose the question fresh.

My husband loves fresh coffee, to the extent that since I've known him he always grinds fresh beans every day, uses local beans, and either uses a French press or a pour over method to make his coffee every morning. He has expressed interest in upgrading his cheap blade grinder (sorry if the terminology is wrong) and wants to upgrade to a burr grinder. I have $150-$175 to spend on him for Christmas. Any recommendations on which grinder is the best option?

I looked at the Baratza in that price range, but I saw a number of reviews that said the grinder broke within a year. It's hard to tell what is user error and what is actual defect. I also looked at a Cuisinart option for 1/3 the price and it looked nice, but I also feel like a brand like Baratza that sells $800+ grinders probably knows a thing or two and the lower model will still be worth it.

I'll take any guidance I can get. I don't drink coffee myself so I have to rely on others to tell me what's actually good. TIA!!

Update: thank you all so much for your help and advice! The coffee sub is really a welcoming place! I'll be checking out the Baratza site for their refurbished options and if that doesn't work out I'll check out the Encore. Thank you all so much!!

Hey, I am looking to grind my coffee and would like to know what coffee grinders are a good purchase to consider, and whether I should look on ebay or amazon for a purchase. Thanks in advance!

I’m finally ready to upgrade my coffee grinder and want something truly worth buying. Been looking at Time more, 1Zpresso, and Baratza, but the choices are overwhelming. Consistency and durability matter more to me than fancy looks.
My budget is around $300, but I can stretch if it’s really worth it. Which grinder has made the biggest difference in your coffee routine.

Thanks.

Hello, just purchased a Moccamaster KBGT and realized the coffee ginder I currently use make the bean too fine. I read for this machine, it's best to us a medium course grind.

My questions are:

1.) What's a middle of the road coffee bean grinder that you would recommend?

2.) Would you prefer electric or manual

3.) what the best coffee bean to use with a Moccamaster. I love coffee and there is a time and place for all blends.

Thank you

So I’m pretty new to coffee and want to get a good budget grinder that does espresso and filter decent. My budget is $500 CAD. I don’t know if it’s more worth it to put that towards a hand grinder or electric grinder. From what I’ve looked into, it seems the best electric grinder would be df54. Not sure about hand grinder though. Any recommendations on what I should do/look into?

Hi r/espresso,

I am planning to buy Breville Bambino Plus coffee machine, yet have not decided with the grinder. I am planning a budget around 150$. I wanted to buy Breville BCG600SIL for 100$, but are there any better alternatives for similar price?

I’ve been doing analysis on reddit data and was looking at the most recommended electric coffee grinders on r/espresso. Thought I’d share the results.

Its part of a side project of mine to tinker with Reddit data and LLMs. My goal was to create something useful for the community while practicing my dev skills.

The analysis aims to highlight the most well reviewed electric coffee grinders - a very rough proxy for what’s widely considered the best electric coffee grinders. Hopefully it is a useful data point for those overwhelmed by all the information out there.

Methodology:

I used Google and Reddit search (filtered for the past year for freshness) to source for discussions on electric coffee grinders in r/espresso. From the top results I analyzed a total of 63 relevant threads and used LLMs to extract opinions and perform sentiment analysis.

To rank the models, I calculated the normalized difference and ratio between the no. of positive and negative user sentiments, and used that to determine the final score for ranking.

Handling and merging different model namings, brands, abbreviations etc is non trivial (e.g. DF54 is one model but sold by different brands) so a 100% LLM approach wasn’t sufficient. I did some eyeballing and manual clean up but there may still be mistakes. Let me know if you spot anything wrong or surprising.

For those interested in, the source data (i.e. comments analyzed) and individual sentiment analysis can be found on RedditRecs dot com (or google RedditRecs)

I got the barrista express a few months ago for me and the wife. Everything is good other than she always fills up the coffee grinder with her Starbucks beans. I like to try different beans. She’s willing to try other coffee but we have to wait till all the beans are done and out of the grinder before adding different ones. But at the end of the day she likes the coffee she gets with Starbucks. So I’ve been thinking of getting the tubes to just add the coffee we each like every time but I’m now leaning more towards getting a coffee grinder instead. But I’m a newbie and not sure where to start. Any suggestions on coffee grinders?

Hi everyone, I am looking to buy a coffee grinder for my wife with a budget of $100. Can anyone recommend one for me? Thanks,

Edit: I was looking at a KRUPS GX336D50 Ultimate Super Silent Grinder or a Cuisinart Touchscreen Burr Mill Coffee Grinder DBM-T10C.

Hi r/espresso,

I’ve recently fallen in love with the world of espresso, and I’m ready to invest in a grinder that’s not just “good enough” but genuinely excellent. I’m not interested in the best grinder under a certain dollar amount—those lists often feel like stepping stones that set you up to eventually buy something better. Instead, I want to know: What are the absolute best grinders out there?

Here’s where I’m coming from:

• I’m willing to save up and spend more for a grinder that looks great, performs exceptionally, and will last for years (ideally 5-10+).

• I don’t want to waste money on a “starter” grinder that’s just going to get replaced in a couple of years. For example, buying something under $100 now, then upgrading to something under $500 later, feels inefficient to me.

• I value performance and durability over name brands or aesthetics alone. I don’t mind paying extra for quality, but I need to feel like the additional cost is justified.

I understand that the grinder is absolutely key to great espresso, so I want to make an informed decision. If I’m spending $500+ on a grinder, I want to know it’s worth the extra $200-300 over its cheaper competitors.

So, espresso enthusiasts:

• What are your recommendations for grinders that deliver exceptional quality and will stand the test of time?

• Are there specific models or brands that you feel truly justify their price tag with performance and durability?

• Any insights into whether the top-tier grinders really offer a noticeable difference in espresso quality would also be helpful.

I see this as an investment in a lifestyle I’ve come to love, so I want to get it right. Thanks in advance for your advice and recommendations!

Cheers,

Hey everyone -- looking for a coffee grinder. My old one just kicked the bucket.

I have about 6 inches of width and just over a foot of height in space where the grinder will live. I want an electrical burr grinder. Lots of American made or designed options that look decent like the fellow opus all purpose grinder. But not finding a lot of Canadian options. Anyone see anything?

Using for cold brew, espresso, and pour over

Hi all looking for a good on the cheaper end coffee grinder. Currently looking at breville smart grinder