Bodum Bistro Black
Score: 78/100
KitchenAid BCG111ER Blade Coffee Grinder
Score: 63/100Rankings
The Bodum Bistro Electric Conical Burr Grinder offers 12 preset settings, a timer and solid build quality for home brewing. Its weight and limited ultra-fine range are trade-offs for the affordable price. Best suited for casual espresso, drip or French-press users with limited counter space.
The KitchenAid BCG111ER is a compact blade grinder featuring a stainless steel bowl and clear top cover, making it easy to use and monitor. Its main trade-off is uneven grind consistency and lack of adjustable settings, limiting suitability for espresso or precise brewing. Best for beginners or casual drinkers needing quick, small-batch grinding.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
12best | — | |
160 Wbest | — | |
220 gbest | 113 g | |
2 yearsbest | 1 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.22 kgbest | 1.04 kg |
120 Vbest | — | |
5best | 3 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 2 years | 1 years |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.2195 kg | 1.04 kg |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 31.75×18.03×19.3 cm cm | 22.1×9.9×10.7 cm cm |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 5 | 3 |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power Source | Mains | Corded electric |
Features(1) | ||
Bean Hopper Capacity (g) | 220 g | 113 g |
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Professional reviewers praise the Bodum Bistro Burr for its compact size, 12-setting conical burr system, and built-in timer that together deliver consistent grind quality and preserve aroma at an entry-level price. However, they note its limited grind range, lack of stepless adjustment, and absence of smart features place it behind higher-priced competitors.
Everyday users love the straightforward timer, quiet operation, and consistent results across common brewing methods, while repeatedly mentioning the grinder's weight, occasional static cling, and occasional gear noise. Confusion with blade-only models also surfaces in reviews.
“grinds precise amounts without waste”
“static cling despite glass, some wipe-down needed”
