Bodum Bistro Black
Score: 78/100
Mr. Coffee Burr Coffee Grinder
Score: 72/100Rankings
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 Mr. Coffee Cafe Grind 18-Cup Automatic Burr Grinder offers 18 grind presets, flat burr uniformity, and automatic portioning in a compact stainless-steel design. Its small hopper, plastic build, and noticeable noise limit suitability for heavy-duty or quiet environments. Best for beginners and casual home brewers seeking affordable burr grinding with automation.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
12 | 18best | |
160 Wbest | 160 Wbest | |
220 g | 227 gbest | |
2 yearsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.22 kgbest | 1.67 kg |
120 Vbest | — | |
5best | 1 |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(4) | ||
Burr Type | Conical | Flat |
Burr Material | Stainless steel | Metal |
Weight (kg) | 0.2195 kg | 1.67 kg |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 31.75×18.03×19.3 cm cm | 29.2×13.5×20.8 cm cm |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 5 | 1 |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power Source | Mains | AC |
Features(2) | ||
Number of Grind Settings | 12 | 18 |
Bean Hopper Capacity (g) | 220 g | 227 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”
“Flat burr plates deliver uniform grind size for consistent coffee flavor across drip, espresso, and French press.”
Professional reviewers and editors highlight the Mr. Coffee grinder's burr-based uniformity, one-touch automation, and safety features as strong selling points, emphasizing its versatility across 18 grind and cup settings and the ease of cleaning with removable parts. They position it as an affordable entry-level burr grinder ideal for daily home use, though they note the plastic construction may feel less premium compared with higher-end models.
Everyday users consistently praise the consistent grind quality, straightforward operation and portion control, noting that the grinder improves the taste of their coffee and is easy to clean. Recurring complaints focus on the small 8-oz hopper, static buildup, noticeable noise, and the predominance of plastic which raises durability concerns, as well as vague instructions regarding grind-size volume effects.
