Compare Grinders


	Timemore	Mahlkonig
MSRP
MSRP	$499	$649
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Side Press Button	Portafilter Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Flat Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	64 mm	54 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	On/Off Button	Programmable Timed Dose
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single-Dose	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< 0.1 g	< .2 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Full Range - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	14	18
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	1000 rpm	1050 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	Yes	No
Weight
Weight	4.1 kg	8 kg
Material
Material	Powder Coated Aluminum,	Black Aluminum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magnetic Aluminum Catch Cup	No Information

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Mahlkonig X54 is priced at $649 and is targeted towards intermediate skill level users, whereas the Timemore Sculptor 064S is more affordable at $499 and also caters to an intermediate skill level. Both grinders are classified as semi-automatic and come from well-regarded brands known for their quality espresso products. The slight price difference may influence a buyer's choice depending on budget constraints.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, both grinders utilize flat burrs with the Mahlkonig X54 featuring a 54 mm stainless steel burr and the Timemore Sculptor 064S using a 64 mm steel burr. Both models offer stepless adjustment for precise grinding, with the X54 utilizing a portafilter button for activation and a hopper type grinder system, while the Sculptor 064S employs a side press button and a single-dose hopper design. The X54's primary dosing method is programmable timed dose with a secondary manual on/off option, while the Sculptor utilizes a straightforward on/off button. Additionally, the retention is exceptionally low in both grinders, with the X54 achieving less than 0.2 g and the Sculptor at less than 0.1 g, indicating minimal waste.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, the Timemore Sculptor 064S stands out with its adjustable RPM range from 800 to 1200, allowing for versatile grinding speeds, whereas the Mahlkonig X54 employs a fixed RPM of 1050. Both grinders offer a full grind range suitable for various brewing methods, from espresso to pour over. Neither model has swappable burrs, which may limit customization options as burrs wear over time. Ultimately, while both grinders provide professional-level performance, the differences in RPM adjustment and build design may appeal to different user preferences.

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