Coffee Grinders: Reviews

Updated January 2013

Because pre-ground beans are often stale, a coffee grinder is an essential gadget for anyone serious about making the perfect cup of joe. While the burr grinder is frequently the coffee connoisseurs' weapon of choice, blade grinders can also do a good job on beans intended for use in automatic drip machines and can even double as spice grinders. Whether you're making your first grinder purchase or looking to upgrade, ConsumerSearch analyzed nine expert reviews and more than 5,000 user reviews to provide you with the best equipment recommendations.

Krups Fast Touch 203

Blade coffee grinder

*Est. $20

Estimated Price

Owners say the simple-to-use Krups Fast Touch 203 grinds more consistently than any other blade grinder, and many say it's still going strong after years of use. The Fast Touch is also recommended for grinding spices, seeds and nuts. Some complain, however, that ground coffee can spill out when the lid is lifted.

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Capresso 560.01 Infinity

Cheap burr coffee grinder

*Est. $90

Estimated Price

The Capresso 560.01 Infinity is a conical burr grinder that grinds as consistently as more expensive models -- yet costs half the price. With 16 settings, it grinds for espresso as well as drip coffee, and owners say its slow motor preserves flavor. A stainless-steel version is also available -- the 565 (*Est. $125).

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Rancilio Rocky Doserless

Best burr coffee grinder

*Est. $340

Estimated Price

Frequently named by reviewers as the best burr grinder available, the Rancilio Rocky Doserless delivers a precise, consistent grind. Though reviewers say it has a confusing instruction manual, this grinder has 55 settings and many say it's built like a tank. They also say that despite the initial sticker shock, the Rocky is a great value.

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