Coffee Grinder Information

Updated October 2009

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Some experts warn against purchasing a combination grinder/coffee maker because they can be more difficult to clean, but owners give them high marks for convenience. For information about grind-and-brew combos, see our report on coffee makers, which also covers automatic-drip and vacuum coffee makers.

ConsumerReports.org provides a brief video on coffee grinders. Although they test six models, the video does not discuss the results of testing or identify which coffee grinders were tested. The video is available to subscribers at

Our report on espresso machines covers higher-end and budget models.

Sean Paajanen for About.com provides a "Coffee Grinding Guide" describing different coarseness levels. A useful chart is included which identifies the best coarseness for different types of coffee brewers.

Buck Contreras of INeedCoffee.com provides a thorough guide to "Grinding Gourmet Coffee Beans," including a summary of the two main types of coffee grinders.

An article from Better Homes and Gardens, "Coffee Primer," takes the reader through a coffee-101 style introduction, from selecting beans to grinding coffee.

"Choosing the Perfect Coffee Grinder" appears as a blog post on GetYourCoffeeOnline.com and offers an excellent summary of important features to consider when selecting a coffee grinder.

Coffee information:

Sweet Maria's offers FAQs on home roasting and brewing, as well as tip sheets for various models.

A web article from USA Today, "Coffee Connections on the Web," provides links and information related to popular coffee-enthusiast sites where consumers can get expert advice on all things coffee-related. The article also discusses how expensive coffee grinders come into play for coffee lovers.

For tips on how to use and maintain your coffee grinder, Whole Latte Love and Coffee Geek are indispensable.

Manufacturers' websites that offer specifications and photos of their coffee grinders:

Baratza (Solis)