Compare Grinders


	Turin	Rancilio
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$440
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	On/Off Button	Rocker Switch
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	50 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepped
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	10+ micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	On/Off Toggle	Manual Switch
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	1 - 1.5 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	24	30
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	400 rpm	1350 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	2.6 kg	7 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Plastic
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Aluminum Dosing Cup	No Information

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Turin SK40 and Rancilio Rocky SD are both semi-automatic espresso grinders designed for beginner skill levels. However, their price points differ significantly, with the Turin SK40 priced at $199 and the Rancilio Rocky SD at $440. This notable difference may influence a buyer's decision regarding budget and value for features offered by each brand.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the Turin SK40 features a conical burr type with a burr diameter of 40mm, allowing stepless adjustment for precise grinding. It uses a single dose hopper and an on/off toggle for dosing, which can enhance control for beginners. The Rancilio Rocky SD, on the other hand, employs a flat burr type with a larger burr diameter of 50mm and has stepped adjustment, which provides more predictable settings but less fine-tuning. Its hopper design facilitates continuous use, paired with a manual switch for dosing, making it slightly more versatile for larger batches.

Features Comparison

When comparing the key features, the Turin SK40 has a grind range specifically optimized for espresso, which is clearly defined by its adjustable and precise adjustment scale of 1 micron. Unfortunately, it lacks swappable burrs and adjustable RPM. The Rancilio Rocky SD also targets espresso, but has an adjustable RPM not present in the Turin model, enhancing versatility in grind consistency. Both grinders do not support swappable burrs, limiting customization but still offering robust performance for espresso grinding.

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