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Lovers of good coffee often prefer to buy not only the finished product in all its forms, but also grind the beans with their own hands. To do this, in addition to the coffee maker, you must also have a high-quality coffee grinder on hand. KP has prepared for you the top 10 best coffee grinders for home 2022.
Editor’s Choice
Rommelsbacher EKM 300
A very expensive, but powerful and multifunctional model from a German brand. Compared to competitors, the machine has an impressive capacity of the bean bowl – 220 g. At the same time, the capacity of the chamber for ground coffee is 120 g. It is also important to note that the coffee grinder is equipped with a dispenser and grinding degree regulator. Moreover, the adjustment has as many as 12 steps. The dispenser is designed for a maximum of 10 servings of delicious coffee. All this at a power of 150 watts. The coffee grinder comes with a special brush for cleaning the internal surfaces of the device. Special attention deserves a long cord – 1.4 meters, which is a very rare occurrence for similar devices. At the same time, the case is equipped with the possibility of winding the cable. The only drawback of the model is relatively noisy operation.
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Top 9 rating according to KP
1. See NICG 130 CafeGrano
Don’t be fooled by the low power consumption of this model – only 100 watts. This is quite enough to evenly grind coffee beans, the volume of the compartment for which is as much as 200 g. It is worth saying that both containers (both for beans and for ground coffee) are transparent, which makes the design very pleasant. Consumers are also pleased with the convenient design, thanks to which, instead of a container for coffee, you can immediately place a coffee maker horn. Another advantage is the ability to change the degree of grinding. In total there are 4 main modes, each of which is further divided into 4 (for a total of 16). It is worth mentioning here that with minimal grinding, the passage into the storage tank can become clogged, which is why it has to be cleaned manually.
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2. Bosch MKM 6000/6003
The compact device is made in the classic cylindrical format, typical for rotary coffee grinders. The power of this machine is 180 W, and the capacity of the grain bowl is 75 g. Due to the fact that the bottom of the bowl is made at an angle, large fractions of grains are not poured onto the lid and walls – this helps to achieve the most uniform grinding. The model is available in two colors – black (series 6000) and white (series 6003), which allows you to fit it into any interior. The device has stainless steel knives, but they are installed on a plastic seat – according to reviews, this is one of the weakest points of the model, but it is compensated by a 24-month warranty from the manufacturer. Another relative disadvantage is the inclusion system. It is possible to press the button only when the lid is tightly closed, besides, for work it is necessary to hold the lid with the button, which is not to the liking of all users.
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3. Polaris PCG 1620
The presence of 12 degrees of grinding in this device will allow you to grind coffee for every taste, for any coffee maker. The portion regulator will help grind the product from 2 to 12 cups. In this case, the device will automatically turn off after grinding the required amount of grains, even if the compartment for them is full. The 100 g plastic container for ground coffee is equipped with a lid, so that the product can be stored there without losing its aroma. Removable stainless steel burrs make cleaning easy. It is also worth noting the rubberized legs that ensure the stability of the device.
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4. Melitta Molino
This model will allow you to get coffee of any grinding – from coarse to the finest degree (17 modes are available in total). Ease of operation, low noise level and a capacious container for ready-made coffee (200 g) attract consumers, coupled with a very affordable price. The container for the finished product has a lid, so that the ground coffee does not lose its aroma and rich taste. You will also be pleased with the presence of auto-off after cooking, protection against overheating and accidental activation.
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5. De’Longhi KG 49
This coffee grinder stands out among analogues with its unusual design, advanced functionality and relatively quiet operation. It will also please the consumer with the possibility of winding the cord, which is not available for all models. As for the main features, this machine has a good bowl capacity of 90g and a power of 180W. Of the nice additions in the package, it is worth noting a dispenser for an accurate calculation of the grinding volume per cup and a special brush for cleaning the bowl. In addition, there is a timer and grind indicator, which are by and large optional features that increase the cost. As for the grinding itself, its uniformity approaches burr coffee grinders, but often the result is unstable and varies. Of the serious shortcomings, it is important to note scarce spare parts, which makes this unit unsuitable for repair.
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6. Kitfort KT-717
The high functionality of this device, which has as many as 18 degrees of grinding, goes well with an interesting design. The power of 200 W allows you to quickly prepare up to 100 g of the finished product – this is how much the container for ground coffee is designed for. At the same time, the maximum time of continuous operation is 5 minutes, which is enough for grinding even for a large company. Different degrees of grinding will allow you to grind the product for making coffee in any way – in a Turk, French press or coffee maker. The consumer will be pleased with the opportunity to completely disassemble the case – this greatly facilitates the process of cleaning the device.
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7. Vitesse VS-1680
Manual coffee grinder for lovers of the classics. It stands out with a retro look (mostly made of wood) that will perfectly complement any, even the most modern interior. The working mechanism of this coffee grinder is made of cermet and allows you to adjust the degree of grinding from very fine to coarse. Ready coffee is poured into a sliding mini-box made of wood. According to consumers, for normal operation of the grinding regulator, it is necessary to lubricate it, but this trifle is compensated by the affordable price and pleasant appearance of the device. As for other shortcomings, the receiving slot in the millstones is narrow – some grains may not enter it.
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8. ProfiCook PC-KSW 1021
This device has a metal case made of stainless steel, which makes the design very unusual and stylish. The coffee grinder is also distinguished by good characteristics for its price range. So, the power of the device is 200 W, and the bowl holds up to 85 g of coffee beans. The device has an interesting version of protection against starting in the open – the grinder is turned on by pressing the closed lid. Another plus is the presence of an auto-shutdown mode in case of overheating. True, many users complain that this function works too often and does not work properly.
The indisputable advantage of this model is the presence of two removable bowls in the kit. The first, with two knives, is designed directly for grinding coffee. The second, with four blades, is designed for grinding nuts, herbs and spices. It is also worth mentioning that the device has the ability to wind the cord.
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9. Cunill Brazil
The high cost of this model is explained by the fact that it is already a semi-professional device. The power of 280 W and the grain compartment with a capacity of 1 kg allow the device to work continuously for up to 30 minutes and demonstrate the productivity of 11 kg (!) of ground coffee per hour. Of course, this is not the most obvious coffee grinder option for the home, but it is great for large families of several generations. The device is equipped with a dispenser and a tamper (an apparatus for creating the correct “tablet” when preparing espresso), as well as an effective overheating protection system. In addition to power, the coffee grinder attracts with convenience. The handle fits perfectly in the hand, the coffee container is quickly and easily fixed, and the dispenser lever can be attached either to the right or to the left. The coffee tank can be washed in the dishwasher, which also makes life easier for the consumer. Of the shortcomings, it is worth noting the high noise level of operation, but this is due to the fact that the device can be used in industrial volumes.
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How to choose a coffee grinder
It will help us to answer this question. Victor Barulin, sales assistant at a household appliance store.
– When choosing a coffee grinder, you need to decide how often you will make coffee (how many cups per day), what type of coffee you prefer, and for which coffee maker you need to grind it (the degree of grinding depends on the last two factors). If you cook 3-4 cups on average, then you should not overpay for a device with a large bean container – a device capable of grinding 25-35 grams of the finished product will be enough.
To prepare coffee in a Turk, an inexpensive coffee grinder is suitable, which does not guarantee uniform grinding – you can stop at a rotary model. But for an electric coffee maker, it is better to purchase a burr coffee grinder – it will help you get the grinding of the desired degree, which will allow you to prepare the perfect drink.
Type of coffee grinder
In total, there are three types of coffee grinders – manual, rotary and burr (the last two are electric). At first, the degree of grinding is regulated by a screw, but the grinding will still be relatively fine, which will require the use of an additional filter when brewing.
Rotary coffee grinders (they are also knife grinders) for the most part do not have the ability to adjust the degree of grinding. Because of this, the finished product is heterogeneous, and the drink is watery. But such models are in demand due to their low cost and ease of use.
The best millstone machines are considered, which allow you to choose the degree of grinding from the coarsest to the finest. This is possible by changing the distance between the millstones located in the grain tank. Such coffee grinders are considered the highest quality and most reliable, but the cost of a good millstone model usually starts at 10 thousand rubles.
Power
The quality of grain grinding does not depend on the power, but this parameter affects the grinding time. For rotary models, the power usually varies from 100 to 220 watts, while for millstones it reaches from 250 to 350 watts. At the same time, it is worth remembering that the millstones, despite all the power of the device, rotate more slowly than the knives – this slightly increases the grinding time, but the coffee is not “burned” due to high speeds.
Container volume
It should be understood that the larger the volume of the loading container, the more powerful the coffee grinder should be, otherwise it will take a long time to grind. For rotary models, this parameter usually ranges from 30 to 100 g, which is quite enough, because the aroma of freshly ground coffee quickly disappears, and there is no point in grinding “in reserve”.
Burr grinders have coffee capacities ranging from 250 to 350 g. At the same time, they often have a portion regulator that allows you to grind the required number of grains for your tasks. Also, many burr-type coffee grinders have lids on containers for the finished product – this allows you to store ground coffee without losing aroma.
Material
Often the case of coffee grinders is plastic, which is why consumers are skeptical about a particular model, but you need to understand that this is not the main parameter. It is important that the knives, millstones and loading container are steel – this is a guarantee of durable work.
Additional features
One of the main additional features for electric coffee grinders is the presence of cable winding. This allows you to make the storage of the device more compact. It will also be useful to protect against accidental activation – it will protect the device from activation if the lid is not closed tightly. Increases safety and the presence of auto-shutdown in case of overheating.
If you plan on grinding nuts, herbs, and more besides coffee, make sure the grinder you choose is designed for that. Otherwise, the knives (or burrs) may be damaged and the bean compartment will become saturated with odors that the coffee can transmit. In general, it is still better to use a separate blender for grinding other products.