Compare Grinders


	Turin	58espresso
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$259
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	On/Off Button	On/Off Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	38 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepped
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	25 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	On/Off Toggle	On/Off Button
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Single-Dose
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	< .25 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	24	50
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	400 rpm	300 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	2.6 kg	2 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Anodised Aluminium
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Aluminum Dosing Cup	Aluminum Catch Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Grinder 1, the Turin SK40, is priced at $199 and is aimed at beginner users, making it a budget-friendly option for those new to espresso grinding. In comparison, Grinder 2, the 58espresso SPTK-38G, has a higher price point of $259 but also targets beginners. Both grinders share the semi-automatic type, making them accessible for entry-level users seeking to make quality espresso at home.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, both grinders utilize conical burrs for grinding, with Grinder 1 featuring a 40mm steel burr and Grinder 2 using a 38mm nitrogen steel burr designed with a 7-Core model. The Turin SK40 employs a stepless adjustment mechanism with a fine adjustment scale of 1 micron, providing precise control. Alternatively, the 58espresso SPTK-38G has a stepped adjustment with a coarser scale of 25 microns, allowing for a broader grind range from pour-over to espresso. Each grinder uses a single-dose hopper type, with the Turin SK40 employing an on/off toggle for dosing and the 58espresso using an on/off button for activation.

Features Comparison

Key features reveal some differences in capabilities: the Turin SK40 operates at 400 RPM with an espresso grind speed of 24 seconds for 18g, while the 58espresso SPTK-38G runs at 300 RPM but is faster at 50 seconds for the same dose. Neither grinder offers adjustable RPM or swappable burrs, which could limit future customization and upgrades. Both grinders are optimized for specific grinding needs with the SK40 focused strictly on espresso while the SPTK-38G allows for versatility across various brew methods.

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