Compare Grinders


	Fellow	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$195	$199
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Press Button	Touch Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	40 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepped
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	5 micron	10+ micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Timed Auto Stop	Timed Auto Stop
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	2 - 3 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	20	25
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	350 rpm	450 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	1.8 kg	2.9 kg
Material
Material	ABS Plastic	Stainless Steel
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magnetic Catch Cup	Plastic Dose Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Both grinders in comparison, the Breville Smart Grinder Pro and the Fellow Opus, are positioned at a similar price point, with the Breville retailing at approximately $199 and the Fellow slightly lower at $195. Both models are designed for semi-automatic coffee machines and cater to beginner users, making them accessible for those new to espresso grinding.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, both grinders utilize a conical burr mechanism with a burr diameter of 40mm, which is ideal for achieving a uniform grind size. The Breville features a stepped adjustment system with a grind range suitable for both pour-over and espresso, while the Fellow also employs a stepped adjustment but has a finer adjustment scale of 5 microns. The Breville's hopper is a traditional hopper type, whereas the Fellow uses a single-dose hopper, reflecting a preference for minimizing retention, with the Fellow retaining less than 0.2g compared to the 2-3g of the Breville.

Features Comparison

Regarding features, neither grinder offers adjustable RPM settings, with the Breville operating at a maximum of 450 RPM and the Fellow at 350 RPM. Both grinders excel in their grind range, accommodating various brewing methods from pour-over to espresso. Additionally, both models allow for swappable burrs, enabling users to customize or upgrade their grinding capabilities as needed.

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