I wanted to love this grinder and thought I was upgrading from my Baratza Encore, but I really don't like this grinder at all. I grind in bulk because I make cold brew. The container lid has a plastic lining and moisture from washing gets trapped between the steel exterior and plastic lining. When I grind coffee, there is always moist, caked grounds around the hole of the container lid. I'm concerned this is going to lead to mold in my ground coffee. Adding to my moisture concerns is the bottom of the hopper, which can't be removed for washing. There's no way to get a dish towel in the little spaces leading to the potential of mold being ground into the coffee. Lastly, this thing creates a mess! I have grounds all over the counter and floor because the chute from the machine to the container doesn't always align right and also is not a tight fit to the lid. Sorry I don't have better things to say about it, but it's too expensive, so don't waste your money. I wish I had bought another Baratza.

I absolutely love this grinder. It works great, delivers consistent results, and has become an essential part of my coffee routine. It’s surprisingly compact, doesn’t take up much counter space, and is very easy to use. The build quality feels solid, and the grind consistency has noticeably improved the quality of my coffee. My only suggestion would be to include more guidance on finding the ideal grind size, burr setting, and dosage for different coffee types and brewing methods. For users who are still experimenting, a reference guide or recommended starting points for espresso, pour-over, French press, and other brewing styles would make the experience even better. Overall, it’s a fantastic grinder and I’m very happy with my purchase.

I love how you can set your grind perfectly, and how it shoots the coffee grounds straight into the portafilter.