Compare Grinders


	1Zpresso	Eureka
MSRP
MSRP	$159	$649
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Electric
Activation
Activation	Hand Crank	Touch Screen
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	48 mm	55 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	8.8 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Manual	Timed
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< 1 g	< .1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	40	10
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	rpm	1350 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	1 kg	5.6 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum Alloy	Aluminium
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magnetic Catch Cup	No Information

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Grinder 1, the 1Zpresso J-Max S, is priced at $159 and is classified as a Manual grinder suitable for Intermediate skill levels. In contrast, Grinder 2, the Eureka Mignon Specialita, is a more expensive option at $649, also targeting Intermediate users, but it operates as a Semi-Automatic grinder. The significant difference in price reflects the varying features and technology deployed in each grinder. Both brands cater to users looking for quality espresso grinding solutions.

Brewing Comparison

When it comes to grinding information, Grinder 1 utilizes a Conical Burr with a 48mm diameter and has a stepped adjustment mechanism, allowing an espresso grind range and an adjustment scale of 8.8 microns. Grinder 2, on the other hand, features a Flat Burr of 55mm diameter with a stepless adjustment for precise grind settings, boasting a scale of just 1 micron. The 1Zpresso employs a single dose hopper with manual dosing, resulting in under 1g retention, while the Eureka uses an integrated hopper with both timed and manual press dosing methods, achieving less than 0.1g retention. This difference offers users of the Eureka more convenience but may limit flexibility compared to the manual dosing of the J-Max S.

Features Comparison

In terms of key features, Grinder 1 does not include adjustable RPM, while Grinder 2 operates at a fixed speed of 1350 RPM, providing consistent performance. Both grinders are tailored for espresso, but Grinder 1 allows for swappable burrs, enhancing versatility in optimizing grind profiles. Conversely, Grinder 2 lacks this feature, which may limit future grinding upgrades but offers a renowned level of grind consistency through its stepless adjustment mechanism.

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