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Best Manual Coffee Grinders

Updated September 2018
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Bottom Line
Pros
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Best of the Best
JavaPresse Coffee Company
Manual Coffee Grinder
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Bottom Line

A compact manual coffee grinder that you can take with you anywhere for brewing that perfect cup of coffee.

Pros

18 adjustable grind settings to give you control over the level of coarseness. Stainless steel construction. Compact cylinder that's perfect for travel. Built-in window to see your progress. Easy to use and clean.

Cons

Some users have reported the plastic pieces breaking off after several months.

Hario
Skerton Ceramic Coffee Mill
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Bottom Line

A durable manual coffee grinder that comes with adjustable settings, but it doesn't work quickly.

Pros

Clear holder so you can see the texture of the ground coffee. Non-slip rubber base. Adjustable so that you can get the texture you want. Ceramic blades grind easily. Little effort required to turn handle.

Cons

This coffee grinder is a little top heavy. It takes a long time to grind your coffee. Expensive.

Best Bang for the Buck
Idylc Homes
KONA Manual Coffee Grinder
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Bottom Line

This large manual coffee grinder is easy to use and adjust to your desired coffee ground texture.

Pros

Quiet operation. Stores enough ground coffee for 3 cups. 18 adjustable settings. Durable ceramic blades. Ergonomic design. Reduces beans to a fine powder quickly. Compact machine.

Cons

A few users have complained that the grind is inconsistent.

Khaw-Fee
Manual Coffee Grinder
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Bottom Line

This manual coffee grinder isn't as efficient as an electric model, but it gives you more choice over the grinding level and it will last you a long time.

Pros

Made of stainless steel and ceramic, so it won't break or wear out over time. Easily adjust the grinding level to suit your preferences. Lifetime warranty. Works quietly.

Cons

It takes a long time to grind and the results aren't always consistent.

Culinary Prestige
Premium Manual Coffee Grinder
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Bottom Line

A sleek, sturdy manual coffee grinder that produces a pretty consistent grind and won't break down over time.

Pros

18 grind settings. Portable, compact grinder. Ceramic burrs won't wear out or corrode. Carrying bag included. Produces a consistent grind. Reasonably priced. Simple to use and doesn't require a lot of effort to turn.

Cons

Setting must be reset after cleaning. Takes a long time to grind the coffee.

How we decided

We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

  • 59 Models Considered
  • 6 Hours Researched
  • 1 Experts Interviewed
  • 134 Consumers Consulted
    • Zero products received from manufacturers.

    We purchase every product we review with our own funds — we never accept anything from product manufacturers.

    Why trust BestReviews?
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers.
    BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing, and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. We buy all products with our own funds, and we never accept free products from manufacturers.
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      Production Manager
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      Editorial Manager
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      Kailey
      Writer
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      Katie
      Editorial Director
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      Linsay
      Editor
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    JavaPresse Coffee Company

    Manual Coffee Grinder

    JavaPresse Coffee Company

    Manual Coffee Grinder

    A compact manual coffee grinder that you can take with you anywhere for brewing that perfect cup of coffee.
    $23
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    Hario

    Skerton Ceramic Coffee Mill

    Hario

    Skerton Ceramic Coffee Mill

    A durable manual coffee grinder that comes with adjustable settings, but it doesn't work quickly.
    $39
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    Idylc Homes

    KONA Manual Coffee Grinder

    Idylc Homes

    KONA Manual Coffee Grinder

    This large manual coffee grinder is easy to use and adjust to your desired coffee ground texture.
    $19
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    Khaw-Fee

    Manual Coffee Grinder

    Khaw-Fee

    Manual Coffee Grinder

    This manual coffee grinder isn't as efficient as an electric model, but it gives you more choice over the grinding level and it will last you a long time.
    $26
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    Culinary Prestige

    Premium Manual Coffee Grinder

    Culinary Prestige

    Premium Manual Coffee Grinder

    A sleek, sturdy manual coffee grinder that produces a pretty consistent grind and won't break down over time.
    $13

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