coffee grinders

The best thing about freshly ground coffee is that it tastes the best and that the aromas remain protected in the coffee bean for a long time. In a blog post on coffee grinders we have shown you the different types of coffee grinders. Find out which one is right for you.


Coffee grinders for coffee lovers

Why CAPTN Coffee?

Since the aroma of ground coffee dissipates relatively quickly when exposed to oxygen, we recommend grinding your coffee fresh just before brewing. The coffee beans preserve the rich aroma for a long time, and it is only released once the beans are ground. This gives your freshly brewed filter coffee or espresso a particularly aromatic flavor. We offer a wide selection of manual and electric coffee grinders.

Comandante Kaffeemühle C40 MK4 Nitro Blade | Virginia Walnut

Electric or manual?

If you’ve decided to buy a coffee grinder, the first thing to consider is whether you want an electric or manual model. This decision depends on how much coffee you drink each day and your personal budget. Using a manual coffee grinder turns making your morning coffee into a lovely ritual. Grinding your coffee and espresso beans just before brewing releases a pleasant coffee aroma that you can also taste in your cup. That’s why manual coffee grinders are so popular with coffee lovers. Thanks to their compact size, hand grinders also take up little space in the kitchen and are easy to take with you when you travel.
An electric coffee grinder, on the other hand, grinds your coffee beans at the touch of a button, with little effort. It usually takes up a little more space in the kitchen, but is better suited to heavy coffee drinkers and larger households in particular, thanks to its fast, convenient grinding process. As a result, electric models are often a little more expensive than manual coffee grinders, but are definitely worth the price.
Which option will you choose?

Baratza Encore ESP elektrische Kaffeemühle schwarz

Coffee grinders for beginners and experts

Whether you prefer a manual or electric coffee grinder, and whether a beginner or professional model is right for you, you’re guaranteed to find the perfect grinder for your needs at CAPTN Coffee. If you’re looking for a hand grinder, we can recommend models from Hario, Porlexand Comandante. Hario grinders are the most affordable and popular models on the market, making them ideal for beginners. Porlex coffee grinders, on the other hand, impress with their stainless steel finish and feature a high-quality burr set that produces particularly consistent coffee grounds. The Comandante C40 MK4 Nitro Blade is the professional’s choice among hand grinders, allowing you to adjust the grind settings with exceptional precision.
If you’d rather grind your coffee and espresso beans with less effort and drink coffee frequently, we recommend models from Baratzaand Eureka Mignon. The coffee and espresso grinders from both brands often come with additional practical features, such as an integrated scale. However, unlike with hand grinders, you’ll need to budget a little more for an electric coffee grinder. Order the right coffee grinder for your needs now.

Questions & Answers

What should you look for when buying a coffee grinder?

Whether you choose a manual or electric coffee grinder, pay particular attention to the grinding mechanism. There are three main types: conical burr, flat burr, and blade grinders. Models with conical or flat burrs are best, as they deliver precise results. When buying a grinder, make sure it produces uniformly ground coffee and generates little heat. It should also let you adjust the grind size so you can tailor it to your brewing method and personal taste. With electric coffee grinders, look for additional features that make grinding easier, such as a display for at-a-glance information and a timer for convenient control of the grinding process.

Which is the best coffee grinder?

There is a wide selection of coffee grinders on the market. Grinders with conical burrs are among the best models available. Among manual coffee grinders, those made by Comandante stand out for their timeless design and high quality. When it comes to electric coffee grinders, models from Eureka and Baratza are among the best.

How much does a coffee grinder cost?

Coffee grinders come in a range of price categories. The price depends on whether you choose a manual or electric model. A hand-operated grinder is usually a little cheaper than an electric one. You can get a good entry-level manual coffee grinder for around €30. Models for more demanding baristas, such as Comandante grinders, cost around €300. Electric coffee grinders vary considerably in price, starting at around €100 and going up to around €1,000 for professional-grade machines.