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

The Fellow Opus retails at $195 and targets beginner users, offering an entry-level experience in espresso grinding. Similarly, the Breville Smart Grinder Pro is priced slightly higher at $199, also aimed at beginners. Both products fall under the semi-automatic category, making them accessible to those new to espresso preparation.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding capabilities, both grinders utilize a conical burr method, providing consistent grind size for espresso. The Fellow Opus has a stepped adjustment system with a grind range suitable for everything from pour-over to espresso, while the Breville offers a similar stepped adjustment but with a slightly finer scale of adjustment. The Opus features a single dose hopper, which minimizes retention to less than 0.2 grams, enhancing freshness, whereas the Breville uses a hopper that retains 2-3 grams, which can be a drawback for those seeking the freshest grind. Both grinders offer timed auto-stop for dosing, but the Fellow also provides a manual on/off option.

Features Comparison

Both grinders feature swappable burrs, allowing for different grind customization based on user preference. The Fellow Opus has a grind speed of 20 seconds for 18 grams, compared to the 25 seconds of the Breville, meaning the latter may require slightly more time. Neither grinder has adjustable RPM capabilities, but the Opus operates at a lower 350 RPM, while the Breville operates faster at 450 RPM. Despite these differences, both grinders maintain a comparable grind range and are designed for multi-brew methods while remaining consistent in performance.

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