Compare Grinders


	Turin	Mx. Cool
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$1400
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
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	83 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	On/Off Toggle	On/Off Toggle
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Single Dose
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	< .2 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Full Range - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	24	10
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	400 rpm	120 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	Yes
Weight
Weight	2.6 kg	7 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Metal
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Aluminum Dosing Cup	Aluminum Tumbler Dosing Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Turin SK40, priced at $199, is designed for beginners, making it an accessible option for those new to espresso grinding. In contrast, the Mx. Cool Aries, which retails for $1400, caters to advanced users, providing a more sophisticated experience. Both grinders fall into the semi-automatic category, with distinct target audiences reflected in their pricing and complexity.

Brewing Comparison

Both grinders utilize a conical burr grinding method, but the SK40 has a smaller burr diameter of 40mm compared to the larger 83mm burrs found in the Aries. Both grinders feature stepless adjustment, allowing precise grind size modifications with a scale of 1 micron. They both use single-dose hoppers and employ an on/off toggle for primary dosing, facilitating fresh grind extraction while maintaining low retention levels of less than 0.2 grams.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, the Aries offers adjustable RPM ranging from 90 to 150, providing versatility in grind speed, while the SK40 operates at a fixed speed of 400 RPM. The grind range of the Aries is broader, accommodating all brewing methods from pour-over to espresso, whereas the SK40 is specifically limited to espresso. Additionally, the Aries supports swappable burrs, enhancing its versatility, while the SK40 lacks this feature, further emphasizing the differences in target users and potential advancements between the two grinders.

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