Krups Electric Coffee Grinder
The best budget coffee grinder
Krups’s electric grinder may not give you the best cup of coffee in the world, but you aren’t going to find a better coffee grinder for so cheap. Krups packed plenty of features into this economical product. The 200-watt motor can grind beans into a fine powder in just a few seconds, and it has the capacity to grind beans for 12 cups of coffee at once. The oval design also allows you to easily transfer your beans to your coffee filter, and can even be used on nuts and spices (though you might want to invest in a second one if you don’t want to taint your beans). If all you need is a machine to turn whole beans into coffee grinds without putting a dent in your wallet, the Krups low-cost offering is for you.
Hario Skerton
The best hand coffee grinder
If you care about coffee quality, you probably want to get a burr grinder. The Hario Skerton utilizes ceramic burrs to produce everything from fine grinds for espresso to coarse grinds for cold brews. The grinder is straightforward to use, easy to clean, and produces great grinds for your coffee. Of course, there is a small trade-off. You have to grind your coffee by hand.
Baratza Encore
The best entry-level coffee grinder
The Baratza Encore sits at the intersection of great coffee and great affordability. This grinder is perfect for someone who wants more than a simple cup of coffee in the morning but who isn’t ready to spend an exorbitant amount of money on a grinder. The Encore is a great entry-level grinder for someone who’s just getting into the world of coffee. Whether you’re making drip coffee or using a trendier method such as pour-over or Chemex, the Encore’s 40 grind settings can produce the coffee you need.
Breville Grind Control
Best multipurpose coffee grinder
If you want a no-hassle coffee machine, check out Keurig’s array of devices. If you’re looking for a coffee grinder, read the list above. If you want a single machine that can both grind and brew coffee, however, check out the Breville Grind Control. This offering takes an already-excellent coffee grinder and conveniently outfits it with a drip coffee maker. After all, coffee should be brewed as soon as it’s ground.
The Breville Grind Control has eight strength settings that allow you to brew in a variety of sizes, whether you’re looking to make a single cup to or fill 12-cup carafe. This machine also has an auto-start feature, so you can have a cup of coffee waiting for you when you wake up in the morning.
