Compare Grinders


	Turin	Breville
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$199
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	On/Off Button	Touch Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	40 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepped
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	10+ micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	On/Off Toggle	Timed Auto Stop
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	2 - 3 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	24	25
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	400 rpm	450 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	2.6 kg	2.9 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Stainless Steel
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Aluminum Dosing Cup	Plastic Dose Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Both grinders are positioned at a similar price point, with the Turin SK40 priced at $199 and the Breville Smart Grinder Pro slightly higher at $199.95. Both models are categorized as semi-automatic grinders and are designed for beginners, making them accessible options for those new to espresso preparation.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, both grinders feature a conical burr grinding method, with a burr diameter of 40 mm. The Turin SK40 utilizes a stepless adjustment mechanism allowing for fine-tuning adjustments of 1 micron, whereas the Breville model offers a stepped adjustment yielding increments of 10+ microns. Hopper types differ, as the SK40 is a single dose grinder with an On/Off toggle for dosing, while the Breville employs a hopper and features a timed auto-stop dosing method. The Breville has a retention rate of 2 - 3 grams, significantly higher than the Turin's retention of < 0.2 grams.

Features Comparison

When it comes to key features, the Breville Smart Grinder Pro lacks adjustable RPM, operating at a fixed 450 RPM, while the Turin's speed is 400 RPM. Both grinders have a grind range suitable for espresso, but the Breville model has a broader range that supports both pour-over and espresso. Additionally, the Breville's swappable burrs can enhance versatility, whereas the Turin grinder does not support burr swapping, potentially limiting customization options for the user.

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