Compare Grinders


	Kingrinder	1Zpresso
MSRP
MSRP	$129	$159
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Manual
Activation
Activation	Hand Crank	Hand Crank
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	48 mm	48 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepped
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	16 micron	8.8 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Manual	Manual
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Single Dose
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	< 1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	60	40
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	rpm	rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	0.7 kg	1 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Aluminum Alloy
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Threaded Catch Cup	Magnetic Catch Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Kingrinder K6 and the 1Zpresso J-Max S are both manual espresso grinders aimed at intermediate skill levels. The Kingrinder K6 is priced at $129, while the 1Zpresso J-Max S has a higher price point at $159. Both brands showcase quality offerings in the espresso grinder market, catering to enthusiasts who seek enhanced control over their coffee grinding process.

Brewing Comparison

Both grinders utilize conical burrs made from stainless steel, with the Kingrinder K6 featuring a burr diameter of 48mm and a grind range suitable from pour-over to espresso, while the 1Zpresso J-Max S also has a 48mm burr but focuses specifically on espresso. The adjustment mechanism on the K6 is stepped, providing precision at 16 microns, whereas the J-Max S offers an adjustment scale of 8.8 microns with its own stepped system. Both grinders use a single-dose hopper, promoting freshness and minimizing waste, though the J-Max S has a slightly higher retention of less than 1 gram compared to the K6's retention of less than 0.2 grams.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, the Kingrinder K6 does not allow for swappable burrs while the J-Max S offers this capability, adding versatility for the user. Both grinders have a manual hand-crank activation, but the grind range for the Kingrinder K6 is broader, while the J-Max S is tailored specifically for espresso. Neither grinder includes adjustable RPM settings, leaving users to rely solely on manual grinding speeds. These aspects combined reflect their unique strengths within the space of manual espresso grinders.

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