Compare Grinders


	Eureka	Timemore
MSRP
MSRP	$499	$499
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Button	Side Press Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Flat Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	55 mm	64 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 Micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	On/Off Button	On/Off Button
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Single-Dose
Retention
Retention	< .5 g	< 0.1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	12	14
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	1650 rpm	1000 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	Yes
Weight
Weight	5.6 kg	4.1 kg
Material
Material	Black Aluminum	Powder Coated Aluminum,
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Aluminum Dosing Cup	Magnetic Aluminum Catch Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Both grinders are priced at $499 and are categorized as semi-automatic, making them suitable for intermediate users. The Eureka Mignon Zero is known for its compact size with dimensions of 12 cm x 14 cm x 34.5 cm and a weight of 5.6 kg while being made from black aluminum with chrome accents. In contrast, the Timemore Sculptor 064S is slightly smaller and lighter at 10 cm x 22.5 cm x 25.6 cm and 4.1 kg, constructed from powder-coated aluminum with an opaque plastic hopper. Both brands maintain a focus on quality and functionality suited to espresso enthusiasts.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, both grinders utilize flat burrs with stepless adjustment allowing for precise grind size control. The Eureka Mignon Zero features a 55 mm burr diameter and operates at a maximum speed of 1650 RPM, while the Timemore Sculptor 064S has a slightly larger 64 mm burr with an adjustable RPM range of 800 to 1200, allowing for varying grind speeds. Both grinders have a single-dose hopper and employ an on/off button for dosing methods. The retention for the Mignon Zero is less than 0.5 g, whereas the Sculptor has minimal retention of less than 0.1 g, showcasing its efficiency.

Features Comparison

Key features reveal that the Eureka Mignon Zero does not have an adjustable RPM, while the Timemore Sculptor 064S benefits from this flexibility, allowing the user to customize grinding speed. Both grinders offer a full grind range suitable for various brewing methods, from pour-over to espresso. Neither grinder has swappable burrs, which may be a consideration for users looking for component upgrades. Overall, both grinders offer robust performance, each with its unique strengths in RPM flexibility and retention capability.

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