Compare Grinders


	1Zpresso	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$159	$199
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Beginner
Type
Type	Manual	Electric
Activation
Activation	Hand Crank	Touch Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	48 mm	40 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepped
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	8.8 micron	10+ micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Manual	Timed Auto Stop
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< 1 g	2 - 3 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	40	25
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	rpm	450 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	1 kg	2.9 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum Alloy	Stainless Steel
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magnetic Catch Cup	Plastic Dose Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Smart Grinder Pro is priced at approximately $199 and is categorized as a semi-automatic grinder suitable for beginners. In contrast, the 1Zpresso J-Max S, which costs around $159, is a manual grinder designed for intermediate users. This indicates a difference in complexity and target audience, with Breville targeting those new to espresso making and 1Zpresso appealing to users with more experience.

Brewing Comparison

Both grinders utilize a conical burr grinding method, but they differ in burr size and dosing methods. The Breville model has a 40mm stainless steel burr, an automatic dosing method with a timed auto stop feature, and a hopper type designed for standard use. Conversely, the 1Zpresso grinder features a larger 48mm burr and uses a single dose hopper with manual dosing, providing more control to the user but requiring more effort.

Features Comparison

Regarding features, the Breville grinder does not offer adjustable RPM, while the 1Zpresso J-Max S also lacks this feature but is exceptional in its stepless adjustment capability. The grind range for the Breville unit accommodates everything from pour-over to espresso, making it versatile, whereas the 1Zpresso is specifically designed for espresso. Both grinders allow for swappable burrs, facilitating maintenance and upgrades for users looking to enhance their grinding performance.

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