SHARDOR Conical Burr Espresso Coffee Grinder
Score: 84/100
Timemore Chestnut C3S PRO Black
Score: 87/100Rankings
The Timemore Chestnut C3S PRO is a compact manual grinder featuring 36 precise stepless settings and high-hardness stainless-steel conical burrs, delivering consistent grinds in a lightweight, travel-ready package. Its multi-chamber hopper design and the effort needed for fine adjustments can be cumbersome. Ideal for travelers and home enthusiasts seeking portability and precision.
The SHARDOR CG018 is a stainless-steel conical burr grinder offering 51 precise settings, a touchscreen timer, and anti-static technology for espresso-level consistency. Its premium price and relatively large size are trade-offs for the advanced feature set. Best for home espresso enthusiasts who need repeatable dosing and direct portafilter integration.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
51best | 36 | |
354 gbest | 25 g | |
| ↓ lower better | 2.79 kg | 0.68 kgbest |
120 Vbest | — | |
4best | 4best |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Design(2) | ||
Weight (kg) | 2.79 kg | 0.68 kg |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 34.3×12.5×18.8 cm | 19.0×6.5×6.5 cm cm |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power Source | AC | Manual |
Features(2) | ||
Number of Grind Settings | 51 | 36 |
Bean Hopper Capacity (g) | 354 g | 25 g |
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Professional reviewers commend the SHARDOR CG018 for its 40 mm stainless steel conical burr, precision timer, and direct portafilter cradle, positioning it as a strong choice for home espresso enthusiasts.
Professional reviewers commend the C3S PRO for its CNC-machined 38 mm S2C660 burrs, high hardness, and precise stepless adjustment, delivering uniform grind and excellent portability. They also note the smooth, quiet operation and solid all-metal build, while pointing out the inconvenient multi-chamber hopper and the effort needed for fine settings.
“Precise and a pleasure to use... fantastic build quality, precise coffee grounds... strong and easy grip.”
Everyday users overwhelmingly praise the grinder's precision, build quality, and compactness, often calling it a pleasure to use and noting its stable silicone base. Recurring complaints focus on the hopper's awkward bean loading and the manual effort required for fine grinds, with some wishing for sharper burr edges.
