Compare Grinders


	Breville	Turin
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$369
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Touch Button	On/Off Toggle
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	40 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepped
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	10+ micron	10 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Timed Auto Stop	On/Off Toggle
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Hopper	Single Dose
Retention
Retention	2 - 3 g	< .2 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	25	24
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	450 rpm	400 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	2.9 kg	2.6 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Aluminum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Plastic Dose Cup	Plastic Dosing Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Turin SD40 V2 and the Breville Smart Grinder Pro are both semi-automatic grinders designed for beginner users. The Turin SD40 V2 is priced at $369, whereas the Breville Smart Grinder Pro is more economical, retailing around $199 to $199.95. Both brands are reputable in the industry; however, the Turin model is generally considered to be on the higher end of the pricing spectrum.

Brewing Comparison

Both grinders utilize conical burrs with a 40 mm diameter, generating consistent grinds suitable for espresso as well as pour-over brewing. The Turin SD40 V2 has a stepped adjustment feature that allows for precision in grind settings, while the Breville Smart Grinder Pro, also using a stepped adjustment, offers a slightly broader adjustment scale of 10+ microns. The Turin model features a single dose hopper type which enhances freshness while eliminating retention (less than 0.2 g), whereas the Breville incorporates a hopper that can retain 2-3 g of coffee, better suited for larger grinding capacities with timed auto stop for dosing.

Features Comparison

In terms of additional features, the Turin SD40 V2 does not offer adjustable RPM, but it has a grind range supporting both pour-over and espresso. The Breville Smart Grinder Pro distinguishes itself with a built-in feature for manual on/off dosing, enhancing user flexibility. The Breville grinder also has swappable burrs, which provide the advantage of replacing worn burrs without needing a new grinder, while the Turin’s burrs are not swappable. Both grinders are designed to cater to various brewing methods, ensuring that users have versatility in their coffee-making experience.

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