Compare Grinders


	Turin	Turin
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$229
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	On/Off Button	On/Off Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	54 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	On/Off Toggle	On/Off Button
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Single-Dose
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	< .1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	24	12
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	400 rpm	rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	2.6 kg	4.5 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Powder Coated Alumnimum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Aluminum Dosing Cup	Plastic 58mm Dosing Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Both espresso grinders, the Turin SK40 and DF54, are positioned as beginner-friendly options in the semi-automatic category. The SK40 has a price point of $199, while the DF54 is slightly higher at $229. Both brands are manufactured by Turin, which gains attention for making accessible entry-level grinders. Given their pricing and skill level targeting, these grinders are ideal for novices looking to dive into espresso preparation.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the SK40 employs a conical burr with a 40mm diameter made of steel, while the DF54 utilizes larger 54mm flat stainless steel burrs. Both grinders feature a stepless adjustment, allowing for precise control over grind size with a 1-micron adjustment scale, enhancing the ability to tailor the grind for various brewing methods. Both models utilize a single-dose hopper type, which ensures that only the necessary amount of coffee is ground each time, minimizing waste and retaining freshness. The retention rate for the SK40 is less than .2g, while the DF54 has a slightly better retention of less than .1g, indicating the DF54's efficiency in minimizing leftover grounds.

Features Comparison

Key features distinctively highlight each grinder's capabilities. The SK40 does not support adjustable RPM, whereas the DF54 is specified not to have adjustable RPM either, leading both to operate at a fixed speed. The grind range for the SK40 is limited to espresso, while the DF54 offers a full spectrum from pour-over to espresso, appealing to a wider range of brewing preferences. Additionally, neither grinder allows for swappable burrs, indicating a streamlined approach to entry-level fine-tuning without the complexities of changing burr types.

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