Mr. Coffee Burr Coffee Grinder
Score: 72/100
Krups Electric Coffee Grinder
Score: 74/100Rankings
The Krups Electric Coffee Grinder offers a powerful 200 W motor and a generous 3 oz hopper for quick, large-batch grinding across beans and spices. Its blade-based design sacrifices grind consistency and precise settings, making it less suitable for espresso. Ideal for casual home users who need speed and versatility over fine control.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
18best | — | |
160 W | 200 Wbest | |
227 gbest | 85 g | |
— | 2 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 1.67 kg | 0.49 kgbest |
1best | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(1) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 160 W | 200 W |
Build & Design(4) | ||
Burr Type | Flat | Blade |
Burr Material | Metal | Stainless Steel |
Weight (kg) | 1.67 kg | 0.49 kg |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 29.2×13.5×20.8 cm cm | 17.0×8.2×9.8 cm cm |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power Source | AC | Electric |
Features(1) | ||
Bean Hopper Capacity (g) | 227 g | 85 g |
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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.
“Flat burr plates deliver uniform grind size for consistent coffee flavor across drip, espresso, and French press.”
“Small 8-oz bean hopper fills quickly, requiring frequent refills for larger batches.”
Professional editors commend the Krups F203 for its high-power motor, durable stainless steel blades, and generous 3 oz capacity that quickly produces enough grounds for a full pot of coffee. They emphasize its versatility across coffee, spices, nuts, and herbs, positioning it as a reliable workhorse for everyday kitchen tasks.
Everyday users consistently praise the grinder's speed, ease of use, and ability to handle spices, rating it highly for daily coffee preparation. Common complaints focus on the blade-based grinding inconsistency for fine espresso and occasional durability concerns after heavy use.
