Compare Grinders


	Eureka	Mahlkonig
MSRP
MSRP	$649	$649
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Touch Screen	Portafilter Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Flat Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	55 mm	54 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Timed	Programmable Timed Dose
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Hopper	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< .1 g	< .2 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Full Range - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	10	18
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	1350 rpm	1050 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	5.6 kg	8 kg
Material
Material	Aluminium	Black Aluminum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	No Information	No Information

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Both the Eureka Mignon Specialita and Mahlkonig X54 espresso grinders are priced at $649 MSRP, making them comparable options in the market. Both grinders cater to intermediate skill levels, appealing to users looking to enhance their espresso-making abilities without overwhelming complexity.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the Eureka Mignon Specialita features a 55 mm flat burr made from hardened steel and employs a stepless adjustment mechanism ensuring precise micrometer adjustments between settings. It utilizes both a hopper for bean storage and a primary dosing method that is timed, with a secondary manual press option for additional control. The Mahlkonig X54, on the other hand, comes with a slightly smaller 54 mm stainless steel flat burr and also employs a stepless adjustments system. It also uses a hopper and features a programmable timed dose as its primary dosing method, with manual on/off serving as its secondary option.

Features Comparison

When examining the key features, neither grinder supports adjustable RPMs; both are set with a fixed RPM of 1350 for the Eureka and 1050 for the Mahlkonig, which optimizes grind consistency. The Eureka Mignon Specialita is specifically designated for espresso grinding, while the Mahlkonig X54 offers a broader grind range, accommodating various brewing methods from espresso to pour-over. Additionally, both grinders do not have swappable burrs, limiting users to the factory-installed burrs for their grinding needs.

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