Compare Grinders


	1Zpresso	Timemore
MSRP
MSRP	$159	$499
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Electric
Activation
Activation	Hand Crank	Side Press Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	48 mm	64 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	8.8 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Manual	On/Off Button
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Single-Dose
Retention
Retention	< 1 g	< 0.1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	40	14
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	rpm	1000 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	Yes
Weight
Weight	1 kg	4.1 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum Alloy	Powder Coated Aluminum,
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magnetic Catch Cup	Magnetic Aluminum Catch Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The 1Zpresso J-Max S is a manual espresso grinder priced at $159, targeting intermediate users. In contrast, the Timemore Sculptor 064S is a semi-automatic grinder priced at $499, also designed for intermediate skill levels. Both grinders offer robust performance, but the significant price difference reflects their distinct features and capabilities.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the 1Zpresso J-Max S features a 48mm conical burr made from stainless steel and employs a stepped adjustment method with an adjustment scale of 8.8 microns. On the other hand, the Timemore Sculptor 064S utilizes a 64mm flat steel burr and offers a stepless adjustment with a finer scale of 1 micron. Both grinders have a single-dose hopper, which can minimize waste; however, the J-Max S uses a manual dosing method, while the Sculptor offers an on/off button for dosing. The retention on the J-Max S is < 1 g, while the Sculptor excels further with a retention of < 0.1 g.

Features Comparison

Key features of the grinders differ as well, with the J-Max S lacking adjustable RPM, focused solely on a grind range for espresso. The Sculptor 064S, however, offers adjustable RPM between 800 to 1200, and a versatile grind range suitable for all brew methods from French press to espresso. Unlike the J-Max S, the Sculptor 064S does not have swappable burrs, providing a more dedicated grinding experience. Overall, the Sculptor boasts a wider functional range, appealing to users needing versatility, while the J-Max S focuses on traditional espresso grinding techniques.

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