Hario Original Black
Score: 76/100
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 Hario Ceramic Coffee Mill Original is a lightweight manual grinder featuring a ceramic burr that delivers heat-free, consistent medium-coarse grounds. Its limited 24 g capacity and manual effort required for finer settings restrict batch size and convenience. Perfect for solo travelers or single-serve pour-over enthusiasts.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
— | 175 Wbest | |
24 g | 85 gbest | |
— | 2 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.4 kgbest | 1.1 kg |
— | 2best |
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Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.4 kg | 1.1 kg |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 22×15×7.2 cm cm | 21.5×10.2×11.0 cm cm |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power Source | Manual | Electric |
Features(1) | ||
Bean Hopper Capacity (g) | 24 g | 85 g |
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Professional reviewers praise the Hario Original Black for its precise ceramic burr that delivers consistent, heat-free grinds and its ultra-compact, travel-ready design. They acknowledge its simplicity and ease of cleaning, but caution that the small capacity and opaque chamber limit its usefulness for larger batches or espresso preparation.
Everyday users value the grinder's portability, straightforward operation, and easy maintenance, often highlighting its suitability for solo coffee routines. Recurring complaints focus on the limited batch size, the effort needed for fine grinds, and the inability to see the grind inside the opaque body.
“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.
