Best Coffee Grinders with Adjustable Grind Settings

Despite the quite affordable price of the Melitta Molino coffee grinder, the manufacturer classifies it as professional equipment intended as a supplement to the hardware of cafeterias. There are no complaints about the design and dimensions of the model. The appliance turned out to be very compact due to the absence of a tower extension for loading coffee beans, which usually tops a coffee grinder. The loading hopper is located directly in the body of the device and holds about 200 g of roasted beans. It is covered with a transparent plastic lid. Below is a removable container for ground beans, also made of transparent plastic.

The device is equipped with an economical 100 W motor capable of working continuously for up to 5 minutes. However, after such intensive operation, it needs to cool down for about 30 minutes. The optimal operating conditions for the coffee grinder are a uniform combination of load/rest 90/90 seconds. On the front panel, there is a rotary knob for setting the grinding time of coffee, determining the output of powder for a certain number of cups (from 2 to 14). On the left side edge, there is a wheel to adjust 17 grinding levels for espresso 1 – 3, filtered coffee 2 – 13, and French press 12 – 17. The small grinder block was slightly disappointing: it does not contain the traditional pair of conical burrs, but is equipped with something resembling a disc mechanism that crushes and grinds the beans. Due to the low quality of fine grinding, the device did not meet expectations for use with espresso machines and is recommended for fans of filtered coffee.

The model is designed for automatic operation after pressing the start button and stops grinding beans after performing the conditions of the set settings. Thanks to the thoughtful design, most nodes are easily removable, making maintenance and cleaning of the device easier. The coffee grinder is housed in a black plastic case and is presented in 2 modifications, which differ only in the presence of a red ring around the steel dispenser disc in one of them. The manufacturer has set a 5-year service life for the device and provides a 2-year international warranty.

The German brand Krups has made a name for itself in the production of coffee machines and coffee makers. And to load them with freshly ground coffee, its product line includes several decent coffee grinders, one of which is the burr type Krups GVX2 model.

The model is enclosed in a high-quality plastic case, which highlights two removable transparent containers: the upper container is intended for loading coffee beans with a total weight of up to 200 g, and the lower container acts as a storage container for ground coffee. It holds up to 125 g of ready-to-use mix.

The knob on the right side of the device allows you to adjust the degree of grinding of the beans — the user can choose from 17 grinding levels. And the mechanical dispenser on the front panel of the coffee grinder allows you to select the required amount of coffee (from 2 to 12 cups). The consumption of coarsely ground coffee per cup will be about 12 g, medium — 10 g, and fine — 7 g.

Many owners of the coffee grinder point out several construction flaws of the model. First, when you remove the container with the finished mixture, some ground coffee inevitably spills onto the table (from the coffee delivery hole of the burrs). Second, the German engineers somehow did not provide a place for storing the power cord. And finally, third, when the upper container is fully loaded, coffee beans sometimes get stuck in front of the burrs, which can be fixed by slightly shaking the coffee grinder's case.

The minor issues do not affect the quality of coffee grinding — the Krups GVX2 handles its primary responsibilities superbly. It easily and quickly grinds beans to the required degree of grinding depending on where the coffee is planned to be brewed: in a drip or portafilter coffee maker, or in a Turkish coffee pot.

The De'Longhi KG 89 is a member of the burr coffee grinder family, where the grinding of coffee beans is carried out using two metal discs. Their use allows for fine adjustment of the grinding degree and provides a highly homogeneous structure of ground coffee.

The coffee grinder's glossy black body has a rectangular form factor. In the same angular style are the bean container and the ground coffee collection container. If one of these elements is not installed in its mounting location (or not fully installed), the device will not start. However, it is quite challenging to install them incorrectly; rather, the protection is intended for cases where a container was simply forgotten.

Two round mechanical regulators are meant to alleviate the sharp angles in the overall design of the coffee grinder: the "knob" on the front panel is responsible for selecting the number of portions (from 2 to 12 cups), and the wheel on the left side allows you to set the grinding degree — from fine to coarse. Rotating the latter handle involves noticeable effort since this is how the distance between the burrs is changed.

Operating the coffee grinder is as easy as can be — the user only needs to load coffee beans into the container and press the "Start" button. Missing the button is impossible even at night, as it is equipped with a blue backlight. You can store the beans directly in the container — the top lid protects them from moisture and helps preserve the aroma longer.

The bottom of the model is equipped with a compartment for winding the power cord, which helps avoid tangling wires on the work surface. In addition to everything, the De'Longhi KG 89 boasts high build quality. Given the attractive appearance and ease of operation of all coffee grinder functions, using it leaves exclusively positive impressions.

The Dualit brand's burr coffee grinder is positioned as a home solution. To obtain ground coffee of the desired grinding degree, the model provides 35 settings: the adjustment ring helps achieve optimal results for different brewing technologies — espresso, moka (geyser), filter, drip, aeropress, pour-over, as well as relatively new techniques — Cold Brew, Vacuum Pots, etc.

Dualit 75017 also has a dispenser that allows you to grind for the required number of cups — from 2 to 12. It can be turned off and used in manual mode.

The coffee grinder is equipped with metal conical burrs that provide even grinding and good (by household standards) grinding results. Interestingly enough, the construction is detachable. The upper element can be removed for easy cleaning, and the lower one features an ionization system to reduce static electricity and pollution.

The device also has removable bowls for beans and ground coffee — respectively, 250 and 150 grams. Both are transparent and come with hermetically sealed lids, allowing for prolonged storage of raw materials without the risk of spoilage. There is also a compartment for the cord and an expanded supply set, where the special holder stands out, making it convenient for owners of portafilter coffee grinders to grind beans directly into the holder.

The downside of the coffee grinder is that it does not provide ideal pulverization required for preparing perfect Turkish coffee. Otherwise, the Dualit 75017 is a practical and flexibly adjustable device in the mid-price range.

The Smeg coffee grinder represents a signature 50s style line, which combines solutions in retro designs. The model looks impressive and pairs well with other kitchen appliances from the manufacturer, such as their branded electric kettles or toasters, as well as portafilter coffee machines, including the ECF01WHEU model.

The stylish appearance is complemented by a well-thought-out design — a metal case, stable legs, space for winding the cord at the base, and spacious containers — a bean hopper and a ground coffee bowl — both with 350 grams capacity, transparent walls, and hermetically sealed lids. The Smeg CGF01WHEU is finished in white but related solutions in other colors, including rare ones like red or beige, can be found on sale. Plus, an updated version CGF11 is available, where the bowl is made not from ordinary plastic, but from Tritan.

The coffee grinder is equipped with conical burrs with 30 grinding adjustments. They provide high quality and uniform grinding with good speed and moderate noise. The burrs do an excellent job of ensuring fine particles, which will please fans of Turkish coffee and classic espresso. After use, the upper part of the system can be removed for easy cleaning. Special holders are offered for owners of portafilter machines, allowing for direct grinding into the holder.

It is worth highlighting the availability of a dispenser with 8 settings — two positions for espresso (regular and strong) and another 6 portion options — from 2 to 12 cups. Plus, you can also use the manual mode.

The Smeg CGF01WHEU is not only a stylish but also functionally designed coffee grinder for home use.