Compare Grinders


	Turin	Eureka
MSRP
MSRP	$229	$499
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	On/Off Button	Button
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	On/Off Button	On/Off Button
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single-Dose	Single Dose
Retention
Retention	< .1 g	< .5 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	12	12
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	rpm	1650 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	4.5 kg	5.6 kg
Material
Material	Powder Coated Alumnimum	Black Aluminum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Plastic 58mm Dosing Cup	Aluminum Dosing Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Grinder 1, the Turin DF54, is priced at $229 and is positioned as a beginner-level espresso grinder. In contrast, Grinder 2, the Eureka Mignon Zero, has a higher price point at $499 and is targeted towards intermediate users. This pricing reflects the complexity and advanced features suitable for more experienced baristas. Both grinders are classified as semi-automatic, catering to different skill levels within the home barista community.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, both grinders utilize flat burrs, with the DF54 featuring 54mm custom stainless steel burrs and the Mignon Zero equipped with 55mm hardened steel burrs. Both grinders offer stepless adjustment, allowing for precise grind size modifications. The hopper type for both models is single-dose, promoting freshness by grinding only the required amount of coffee. The primary dosing method for both grinders is an On/Off button activation, while the DF54 has a notably lower retention of less than 0.1 grams compared to the Mignon Zero's retention of less than 0.5 grams.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, neither grinder offers adjustable RPM; however, the Mignon Zero operates at a higher RPM of 1650, which may enhance grinding speed. Both grinders have a full grind range suitable for brewing methods from pour-over to espresso, ensuring versatility. Notably, the DF54 does not have swappable burrs, while the Mignon Zero also does not feature this capability. This means that users of both models will need to replace the entire set of burrs when they wear out rather than swapping out individual pieces.

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