Capresso 560Infinity
Score: 75/100
Krups Silent Vortex Coffee Grinder
Score: 77/100Rankings
The Krups Silent Vortex is an electric blade grinder praised for its ultra-quiet operation and rapid 15-second grinding of up to 12 cups. Its plastic bowl can retain moisture and the blade design limits espresso-grade fineness. Ideal for households needing quick, quiet grinding for drip coffee and spices.
The Capresso 560 Infinity is a conical burr grinder with 16 settings, a 5-60 second timer, and steel burrs that provide consistent results across many brew methods. Its limitations include a modest number of grind settings and a plastic housing that may feel less premium. Ideal for home brewers seeking versatile, low-heat grinding with easy cleaning and safety features.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
16best | — | |
— | 175 Wbest | |
241 gbest | 85 g | |
450 RPMbest | — | |
— | 2 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.36 kg | 1.1 kgbest |
3best | 2 |
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Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 1.36 kg | 1.1 kg |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 26.7×19.7×12.7 cm cm | 21.5×10.2×11.0 cm cm |
Accessories(1) | ||
Number of Included Accessories | 3 | 2 |
Features(1) | ||
Bean Hopper Capacity (g) | 241 g | 85 g |
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Professional reviewers praise the Capresso 560 Infinity for its high-quality 40 mm steel conical burrs, extensive 16-step grind range, and ultra-slow motor that protects coffee flavor.
Consumers appreciate the grinder's capacity, ease of cleaning, and quiet, durable operation, with generally positive feedback and no major recurring complaints.
“quiet operation and speed for coffee, recommending cheaper single-speed variant for most (~$30 vs. $50 for two-speed) as speed/noise difference is negligible”
Professional reviewers consistently commend the Krups Silent Vortex for its quiet, fast grinding and robust build quality, especially the Vortex Spin Technology and stainless-steel components. However, they caution that the two-speed function adds little value and that the blade-grinder design limits its suitability for espresso enthusiasts.
Consumers overwhelmingly praise the grinder's silence and speed, noting it fits well in households that brew multiple cups daily and also need a handy spice grinder. Recurring complaints focus on the bowl's difficulty drying after washing and the perception that the two-speed feature is an unnecessary premium add-on.
