Buying Guides
Best Coffee Grinder for Beginners
What to look for, and what you can safely ignore
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A grinder is the highest-impact purchase in home coffee. This guide covers what to look for — specific models and prices are placeholders until verified.
Burr, not blade
Any burr grinder beats any blade grinder. This is the one non-negotiable.
Hand or electric
Hand grinders give excellent quality for the money and suit one or two cups a day. Electric grinders win on convenience and larger batches.
Espresso changes the maths
Espresso needs fine, closely spaced adjustment steps. A grinder that is excellent for filter can be unusable for espresso.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should I spend?+
Spend more on the grinder than on the brewer. Specific price guidance will be added once we have verified current pricing.
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