Compare Grinders


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

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Both grinders, the Mahlkonig X54 and the Eureka Mignon Specialita, are categorized as Semi-Automatic and are priced similarly at $649 MSRP. Both are suited for users with an intermediate skill level, appealing to those looking to elevate their coffee brewing experience. The Mahlkonig brand is well-known for its high-quality coffee equipment, while Eureka also has a solid reputation in the espresso grinder market.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, both grinders use a flat burr design, with the Mahlkonig featuring a 54mm stainless steel burr and the Eureka boasting a slightly larger 55mm hardened steel burr. Both grinders offer stepless adjustment, allowing precise control over grind size changes, and are equipped with a hopper for bean storage. The Mahlkonig employs a programmable timed dosing method, while the Eureka uses a timed dosing system activated by a touch screen, allowing for accurate and consistent grinding results. The retention for the Mahlkonig is less than 0.2g, while the Eureka offers even lower retention at less than 0.1g, making both options efficient choices.

Features Comparison

Key features of both grinders reveal some distinctions; neither grinder offers adjustable RPM or swappable burrs, indicating a fixed performance characteristic. The Mahlkonig X54 has a grind range suitable for everything from pour-over to espresso, while the Eureka Mignon Specialita is focused strictly on espresso. The lack of adjustable RPM may limit some users looking to customize their grinding experience further, but both grinders maintain excellent performance with their respective configurations.

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