7 Best Spice Grinder of 2021 [Buyer’s Guide]

Let us tell you that the ready-made ground spices available on the market shelves are nothing compared to the freshly-ground ones. The incredible aroma and flavor derived from pre-ground peppercorns and cinnamon fall a bit pale compared to the other versions. That being said, we understand that manual grinding is a labor-intensive task requiring a […] The post 7 Best Spice Grinder of 2021 [Buyer’s Guide] appeared first on Homesthetics - Inspiring ideas for your home..

7 Best Spice Grinder of 2021 [Buyer’s Guide]

Let us tell you that the ready-made ground spices available on the market shelves are nothing compared to the freshly-ground ones.

The incredible aroma and flavor derived from pre-ground peppercorns and cinnamon fall a bit pale compared to the other versions. That being said, we understand that manual grinding is a labor-intensive task requiring a ton of time and effort.

That’s where spice grinders come in to make this task more efficient and effortless. Then again, choosing the best model from the wide range of excellent options available on the market is not simple. 

This is why we’ve come forward with this guide on the best spice grinders of the year. Here, we’ll be reviewing seven top-notch options for you to consider. Furthermore, we’ve included a buyer’s guide section to aid your decision-making. 

So, without further ado, let’s dive right in, shall we?

Top Spice Grinders

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Our Top PickOur Top Pickhstcstbl-table__imageHamilton Beach 80335R
  • Power Wattage: 125 watts
  • Capacity: 4.5 ounces (up to 9 tablespoons of beans)
  • Number of grinding settings: 1
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hstcstbl-table__imageMueller Austria MEC-1105
  • Three grinding settings (fine, medium, and coarse)
  • 8 to 12-cup large capacity jar
  • HD motor
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hstcstbl-table__imageKRUPS GX332850
  • Servings: 3 ounces or 12 cups
  • Manually-controlled grind size settings
  • Stainless steel blade
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hstcstbl-table__imageSHARDOR CG-618-UL
  • Two removable (2 and 4-blade) bowls
  • 200-Watt motor
  • Capacity: 70 grams
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hstcstbl-table__imageKitchenAid BCG211OB
  • Capacity of bowl: 4 ounces
  • 160-watt motor
  • Markings of 4, 8, 10, and 12 on the bowl
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hstcstbl-table__imageHadinEEon CG-9430A
  • Capacity: 100g per 3.53 ounces
  • Power consumption: 300 watts
  • Three adjustable modes (mode 1, mode 2, mode P)
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Woman grinding roasted coffee beans. Housewife at home making fresh ground coffee in kitchen for breakfast, drinking, grinding coffee espresso before going to work

  1. Hamilton Beach 80335R

Hamilton is a 100-year old reputable brand known for its products; thoughtfully designed to make your life simpler. Making use of in-depth research, it has managed to come forward with this spice and coffee grinder, the quietest among its competition. The powerful model will grind coffee, spice, and more in no time without causing any disturbance.

Hamilton Beach Fresh Grind Electric Coffee Grinder for...
  • Quieter than competitors: Whether it’s early morning or...
  • Removable grinding chamber: The grinding chamber removes for...
  • Make up to 12 cups of coffee: You can grind up to 9...
  • Hidden cord storage: A hideaway cord storage at the bottom...

Why Did We Like It?

Available in black and silver color variants, the Hamilton 80335R can grind up to 9 tablespoons of coffee beans and 4.5 ounces of spices. It features durable stainless steel blades that will help ease and quicken the process so that you needn’t spend too much time and effort grinding the ingredients manually.

Coming to the best part, it comes with a removable chamber for easy cleaning and filling. All you have to do is remove it once you’re done with grinding and then wash it with some soap and water. You can then put it back and fill it with spices or beans.

We also liked the fact that this grinder comes with a hidden cord storage compartment at the bottom. It stores the cord neatly, keeping it out of sight when not in use, so you need not worry about messy counters.

What Could’ve Been Better?

We don’t have any complaints about the efficiency and performance of this unit. However, we found the cord to be a bit too short, making its placement quite difficult. You’ll have to keep it close to a power socket; otherwise, it will have to be moved from one place to another whenever required.

Pros
  • Removable grinding chamber
  • Hidden cord storage
  • Durable steel blades
  • Quiet operation
  • Easy to use
Cons
  • Short is too short
  1. Mueller Austria MEC-1105

Next, we bring you a powerful and efficient coffee and spice grinder from Mueller Austria, a well-known brand that’s set out to design the highest quality kitchen products in the world. Tested through three professional-grade inspections, rest assured, it will outperform and outlast the competition.

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Mueller Austria HyperGrind Precision Electric Spice/Coffee...
  • Consistent Grinds Every Time – Unlike many others on the...
  • Compact & Stylish – Takes up minimum counter space and can...
  • Quality Above All Else - Crafted with the same essence as...
  • Powerful & Efficient - Long lasting blades made from strong...

Why Did We Like It?

If you ask us, the Mueller Austria MEC-1105 is one of the most versatile options on the list. It can be used to grind different spices, coffee beans, herbs, nuts, and grains. That’s not all; you get to control the texture and consistency of the ingredients by adjusting the grinding settings.

When it comes to coffee, it helps you make the perfect brew by grinding the coffee beans based on your preference and requirements. The long-lasting, stainless steel blades will easily grind the ingredients, be it coarsely or finely, within no time with a minimum grinding noise. 

What’s more, it features a compact and stylish design. You can choose any of its variants, be it black, grey, red, or white, and leave it out on the kitchen counter to blend with your modern home décor. It will take up minimal space and you may even store it in cupboards and drawers if needed.

What Could’ve Been Better?

After using this spice grinder for quite some time now, we think it’s safe to say that there’s nothing that can be considered as a significant drawback. However, unlike our previous recommendation, we found this unit a bit difficult to clean as the spices and coffee beans might get inside the motor. 

Pros
  • 100% money-back guarantee
  • Compact and stylish design
  • Highly efficient and powerful
  • Professional-grade quality
  • Safe to use
Cons
  • Not easy to clean
  1. KRUPS GX332850

KRUPS has been around since 1846, and today, it’s a leading name in the coffee and food preparation industry. With experience of more than 150 years, it has managed to set a high standard of quality. And the GX332850 Silent Vortex Electric Grinder is a true example of this!

KRUPS Silent Vortex Electric Grinder for Spice, Dry Herbs...
  • POWERFUL, EFFICIENT AND SUPER SILENT: Grinds coffee beans...
  • INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY: Patent Pending Vortex Spin Technology...
  • VERSATILITY: 3-in-1 Grinder for coffee, spices, and dry...
  • LARGE CAPACITY AND DISHWASHER SAFE: The removable...

Why Did We Like It?

The KRUPS 3-in-1 electric grinder is a silent yet powerful option capable of grinding all kinds of spices, coffee beans, and herbs, including whole peppercorns. Here we have to highlight the brand’s innovative patent-pending Vortex Spin technology. It helps pull the ingredients into the durable, stainless steel blades for efficient grinding with minimum noise.

In fact, this model is five times quieter than other spice grinders of the same company to perfectly fit into your daily morning routine. Apart from that, you’ll be pleased to know that it comes with a removable stainless steel grinding bowl. 

The large-capacity bowl also comes with a dedicated storage lid that seals it perfectly to store the freshly-ground spices and coffee. What’s more, it’s designed keeping your convenience in mind, so rest assured, it’s both easy to use and clean.

What Could’ve Been Better?

We have discussed the dedicated storage lid of this grinder briefly in the previous section. No doubt the lid makes it easy to ground coffee, herbs, and spices; we have to mention that once sealed, it’s a bit difficult to open. We ended up spilling quite a lot of ground peppercorn while opening it.

Pros
  • One-touch operation
  • Dishwasher-safe
  • Efficient and continuous grinding
  • 5x quieter than most spice grinders
  • It comes with a dedicated storage lid
Cons
  • The lid is difficult to remove once sealed
  1. Sboly CG-9140

The Sboly CG-9140 is an efficient coffee grinder, displaying versatility with its ability to grind all types of spices, be it peppercorns, cloves, or even dry herbs. Its powerful motor and stainless steel blades make it an effective and reliable option that can take care of all your kitchen needs.

Why Did We Like It?

The practical and compact design of this coffee/spice grinder is what caught our attention from the get-go. It can fit into confined and snug spaces and can be easily carried from one place to another as and when required. 

Further amplifying its design is the convenient storage compartment at the base of the grinder. It stores its 26-inch cord neatly when not in use. 

But despite being a compact model, the Sboly CG-9140 doesn’t compromise on power or performance. The motor and stainless steel blades can grind the toughest spices while allowing you to customize the grind (coarse and fine) based on the duration you hold the grinding button.

The brand has also prioritized safety and convenience while designing this product. It comes with a transparent lid that will allow you to see how the grinding process is going. And if it’s not locked in the proper position, you can rest assured that the grinder will not activate.

What Could’ve Been Better?

Coming to the drawbacks of this unit, we have to mention that it’s a bit noisy compared to the other options on the list. But that’s not something to bother much about. It gets the grinding done in no time while maintaining the desired consistency and texture.

Pros
  • Comes with a cord storage option
  • Lid-lock safety activation
  • Transparent lid for easy monitoring
  • Includes a brush for easy cleaning
  • Compact design
Cons
  • It’s a bit noisy
  1. SHARDOR CG-618-UL

We’re already past the halfway point of the list, so now it’s time we reviewed the SHARDOR CG-618-UL – a coffee/spice grinder with two compartments to grind different ingredients. This is the feature that makes it stand out from the other grinders available on the market.

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SHARDOR Coffee Grinder Electric, Spice Grinder Electric,...
  • 【Grinding Coarse or Fine Coffee Beans as you Please】Just...
  • 【Multi-functional Use】To meet your various needs, our...
  • 【Dishwasher-Safe】The stainless steel cups can be removed...
  • 【Consistent and Even Grinding】High-quality stainless...

Why Did We Like It?

This multi-functional grinder from SHARDOR is an ideal option for both chopping and grinding. That’s because it comes with a 2-blade grinding bowl that can grind coffee beans, nuts, and spices to the desired consistency, i. e., coarse or fine. The other bowl features four blades for chopping ingredients like garlic, ginger, vegetables, and chilies.

There’s no need to think twice about the durability of your investment as the brand ensures that the blades are made using superior quality stainless steel. They are sharp enough to make grinding easy and quick. 

Even the bowls are designed, and locking mechanisms are designed in a way to ensure safety and ease of use. All you have to do is turn the bowl clockwise to lock it and counterclockwise to remove it. Furthermore, the seal ring will press its rim tightly to effectively prevent the ground coffee or spices from spilling.

What Could’ve Been Better?

We don’t have any major complaints related to this multi-functional grinder. However, we weren’t too happy with the consistency of the spices after grinding. To get an even texture, the duration of the grinding process had to be increased. This did take up more time, but we eventually got the desired consistency.

Pros
  • High-quality, powerful motor and blades
  • Includes a 2-in-1 spoon with a brush
  • Removable cups are dishwasher-safe
  • Multi-functional use
  • Safe locking mechanism with seal ring
Cons
  • Texture wasn’t even
  1. KitchenAid BCG211OB

The BCG211OB Electric Grinder is a part of KitchenAid’s premium range of kitchen appliances – known for their powerful performance and classic design. From grinding 4 ounces of spices to beans for up to 12 cups of coffee, this unit can do it all with just the touch of a button.

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KitchenAid Blade Coffee and Spice Grinder Combo Pack - Onyx...
  • Clear Top Cover and One-Touch Control allows for operation...
  • Stainless Steel Blade offers durability and powerful...
  • Removable 4-Oz. Stainless Steel Bowl features measurement...
  • Model BCG211 includes heavy duty motor housing, stainless...

Why Did We Like It?

Expect nothing but powerful performance and consistency while using this grinder to grind your coffee beans and spices. Simply place the ingredients in the 4-ounce stainless steel bowl; you can use the markings provided to know the amount needed. 

Another useful aspect of this bowl is that it lifts out, making it easier to transfer the ground coffee, spices, or herbs to a different jar or container. What’s more, is that the unit comes with a clear top cover that allows you to keep track of how the grinding process is commencing.

You’ll also be able to see the texture of the grinds to make adjustments to the grinding time accordingly. This will help you achieve the desired grinding results with ease. Here’s when we have to mention its one-touch operation, which adds to the overall convenience. A simple push down will start the motor, and releasing the hold will stop it.

What Could’ve Been Better?

Like most appliances out there, this one, too, isn’t without faults. One, it’s a bit too noisy during operation, thereby disturbing the surroundings. And two, the brand needs to work on the locking mechanism of the lid. It doesn’t fit tight enough, causing the grinds to spill. 

Pros
  • Large capacity
  • Easy to use (one-touch operation)
  • Clear cover for easy monitoring
  • Removable, lift-up bowl
  • Durable
Cons
  • Noisy operation
  • Faulty locking mechanism
  1. HadinEEon CG-9430A

We couldn’t have concluded this list without including the electric coffee and spice grinder from HadinEEon, a family-centered brand determined to make cooking manageable and easy. Featuring three adjustable modes, it allows you to customize the grinding process while making it more convenient.

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HadinEEon Electric Coffee grinder, 300W Detachable Coffee...
  • 【Get Rid Of Mess】With a removable stainless steel bowl,...
  • 【Continue Your Morning Routine While Grinding】HadinEEon...
  • 【Effectively Release The Flavor】Except the automatic...
  • 【Meet Your Expectation For Types Of Coffee】300 watts of...

Why Did We Like It?

The combination of the four steel blades and 300W motor is what makes this coffee and spice grinder a top choice among users. It saves you from the hassle of troublesome manual grinding while ensuring consistent results. And the best part is that it features three adjustable modes to free your hand and make grinding seeds, coffee beans, spices, and herbs even.

You can select the slow speed “1” for spices, seeds, and other smaller ingredients, while the fast speed “2” will help grind legumes, coffee beans, and other tough ingredients. And with the manual mode “P,” you can control the grind size and make the ground finer.

What’s more, the model comes with a removable chamber, making it easier to pour the spices and coffee into another container. It also aids in hassle-free cleaning; you can sweep out the excess ground ingredients using the included brush and then rinse the bowl with clean water. 

What Could’ve Been Better?

We found this grinder to be a bit on the heavier size. It’s not compact like some of the other options on the list, and its bulky design makes it difficult to move around. Moreover, the lid, once secured, can be difficult to remove. We ended up spilling some of the ground spices in our endeavor to open it.

Pros
  • Removable chamber for convenience
  • Hands-free and hassle-free operation
  • Easy to clean
  • Powerful and consistent performance
  • Automatic grinder
Cons
  • The lid is difficult to remove
  • Bulky design

Spice Grinder Buyer’s Guide

There you go; those were our top 7 recommendations when it comes to coffee or spice grinders. Now, it’s time for you to make a choice, but that’s not really simple, right? Even picking a unit from a handpicked list of options is quite challenging. 

Then again, there’s no need to panic if you’re in a dilemma of choosing between two or more options. We understand the situation you are in, and that’s what prompted us to go a step further and curate this guide.

Here, we’ll be highlighting the key factors that should be taken into consideration when purchasing a spice grinder. Keep reading to find the required insight!

  1. Capacity

While choosing a grinder, make sure you check its capacity. After all, you wouldn’t want a model only capable of grinding a very small amount of spice. The model you buy should come with a large bowl or jar to let you grind large quantities of different spices in advance.

  1. Blade And Motor

The efficiency and power of any spice or coffee grinder depend on its blade and motor. So, make sure you opt for a unit featuring stainless steel blades that will last you a long time. Blade made of premium-quality steel also ensures that you get a more delicate and finer grind.

Apart from that, check the wattage of the motor before making a purchase. It should be powerful yet energy-efficient to make grinding quick and easy without burning a hole in your pocket.

You’ll also need to ensure that it doesn’t heat up too much, as overheating might be detrimental to the lifespan of the grinder. Most models come with overheat protection, ensuring longevity.

  1. Removable Chamber

Keep in mind that spice or coffee grinders with fixed bowls are quite difficult to clean even if they are dishwasher-safe. That’s why it’s better to choose a unit with a removable bowl or jar. This not only makes the grinder easy to clean but also makes transferring the powdered spices or coffee beans to a different container easier.

  1. Speed

A grinder that takes its own sweet time to grind ingredients can be quite frustrating. It also makes it harder to achieve consistent and precise grinding. That said, opt for a unit that comes with adjustable speed settings to help you achieve the desired coarseness in the least amount of time.

  1. Size And Design

It’s better to consider buying a grinder that’s compact in size and features a practical design. This will allow you to place it on the kitchen countertop or in the cabinet without taking up too much space. 

Here we’d also suggest considering a model featuring a cord storage compartment at the base. These compartments will help store the cord neatly so that your kitchen counter looks tidy and mess-free.

  1. Lid

The locking mechanism of any grinder is one of the primary factors that should be considered. Also, check its lid; it should be transparent, allowing you to monitor the grinding process with ease. 

Most brands design their lids with a sealable gasket to close the grinder tightly, thereby preventing the powdered spices from spilling. 

Housewife putting coffee in electric pot during breakfast. Housewife at home making fresh ground coffee in kitchen for breakfast, drinking, grinding coffee espresso before going to work

Verdict

With technology paving the way for a smarter and more convenient lifestyle, products like spice grinders are emerging as essentials in every kitchen. So, why not make use of this gift of innovation to make cooking a simpler and less strenuous task?

On that note, it’s now time for us to bid you farewell. But before taking your leave, we’d like to take you through a quick recapitulation of our favorites.

Hamilton 80335R is one of our top-most recommendations as it doesn’t fail to meet expectations in every aspect, be it efficiency, performance, or durability. On the other hand, the Mueller Austria MEC-1105 is a versatile option that gives you complete control over consistency and texture.

You could also consider buying the KRUPS GX332850, especially for its quiet, one-touch operation. 

That’s all for now; we’ll be back soon with more useful review-based guides. Till then, feel free to reach out to us by leaving a comment down below.

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