We compared two very different types of grinder that can both grind coffee: the Cuisinart Electric Spice Grinder and the Krups Expert Electric Burr Coffee Grinder.
What we looked at
Grinder type (blade against burr), grind settings, capacity, versatility beyond coffee, and price.
The verdict
If you want a multi-purpose grinder that also handles spices, nuts and seeds, with dual stainless steel bowls and a 3-year guarantee, the Cuisinart is the versatile pick, at £42.00. If you would rather pay 99p more for a dedicated burr grinder with 17 grind settings and a 2 to 12 cup selector for more consistent coffee grounds, the Krups is the coffee-focused option, at £42.99.
A £42.00 grinder that handles spices, nuts and coffee, with a 3-year guarantee.
A £42.99 dedicated burr grinder with 17 settings and a 2-12 cup selector.
Cuisinart Electric Spice Grinder Coffee Grinder, Nut Grinder, Seed Grinder — Most Versatile
Intended for: Marketed as a wet-and-dry electric grinder for spices, nuts, seeds and coffee beans, with one-touch pulse control, dual stainless steel bowls with storage lids, dishwasher-safe parts, and a 3-year guarantee.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Krups on these listings, at £42.00
- Doubles as a spice, nut and seed grinder, not just coffee, per the listing
- Dual stainless steel bowls with storage lids for keeping ingredients fresh
- Dishwasher-safe parts for easy cleaning
- Backed by a 3-year guarantee, per the listing
Worth knowing
- Blade-action grinder, so grind consistency may be less even than a burr grinder for coffee specifically
- No stated numbered grind settings
Best for
- Buyers who want one grinder for spices, nuts and coffee
- Anyone who wants the lower price
- Occasional coffee grinding alongside cooking uses
Not ideal for
- Coffee enthusiasts who want a dedicated burr grinder
- Anyone who wants numbered grind-size settings
Krups Expert Electric Burr Coffee Grinder, 17 Grind Settings, GVX231 — Best for Coffee
Intended for: Marketed as a dedicated burr coffee grinder with 17 grind settings for fine to coarse results, a 2 to 12 cup selector with automatic stop, a 225g airtight bean hopper, and a removable upper burr and ground coffee container for easy cleaning.
What we liked
- 17 grind settings for consistent, uniformly sized grounds, per the listing
- 2 to 12 cup selector with automatic stop to reduce waste
- 225g airtight bean hopper to keep beans fresh
- Durable stainless steel construction, per the listing
- Removable parts for fuss-free cleaning
Worth knowing
- Costs 99p more than the Cuisinart on these listings
- Dedicated to coffee (and similar), not marketed for spices or nuts
Best for
- Coffee enthusiasts who want consistent grind sizes
- Anyone who wants a numbered cup selector
- Buyers who want a dedicated burr grinder
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants one grinder for spices and nuts too
- Budget-conscious buyers wanting the cheapest option
