Hamilton Beach Fresh Grind Electric Coffee Grinder for Beans, Spices and More, Stainless Steel Blades, Removable Chamber, Makes up to 12 Cups, Black

After three years of use, I'm finally writing a review.This is a very simple coffee grinder. It spins at one speed setting, so if you want a course grind, then don't grind longer than 15 seconds. The longer you grind, the finer it gets.There are two removable parts: 1) the cap/cup (top), and 2) the cup/blade (bottom). This makes cleaning very easy.Here's how you use the grinder. 1) Plug in the electrical cord. 2) Fill the cup/blade with coffee beans. 3) Place the cap/cup onto the cup/blade. 4) Press the button for at least 15 seconds. 5) Unplug machine by gripping the plug. 6) Turn machine upside down so the coffee grinds fall into the cap/cup. 7) Remove the machine from the cap/cup. 8) Pour out grinds from cap/cup.I go through these steps because of some of the reviews. Some people say that they make a mess when they remove the cup/blade. I understand why. The cup/blade has fill lines. This implies that the cup/blade is intended to be removed during operations to remove the finished grinds. But no, do not remove the cup/blade with grinds in the cup/blade. Turn the machine upside down so that the grinds fall into the cap/cup. This is because the cap/cup removes easily, and the cup/blade does not remove easily. You will make a mess struggling with the cup/blade while it is full of grinds.Another review said the cord get damaged at the base when unplugging. This is an example of the need for detailed instructions. What is obvious to some is not always so. When you unplug, grip the plug and pull. Do not only hold the machine and yank the cord out of the electrical outlet. You will damage the connection between the cord and the machine.This coffee grinder is very simple, with a good design, well built and reasonably priced. Qualities that you want in any tool.

The Hamilton Beach Fresh Grind Electric Coffee Grinder has been a fantastic addition to my kitchen. This little powerhouse consistently delivers perfectly ground coffee, making my morning brew taste fresher and more flavorful than ever.One of the features I love is how quiet it is compared to other grinders I've used. It’s great for early mornings when I don’t want to wake the whole house. The compact design fits nicely on my countertop without taking up too much space, and it’s easy to store when not in use.I also appreciate the versatility of this grinder. It works just as well for grinding spices, which has been a game-changer for my cooking. Cleaning is a breeze, thanks to the removable grinding chamber.Overall, the Hamilton Beach Fresh Grind Electric Coffee Grinder is efficient, easy to use, and reliable. Whether you're grinding coffee beans or spices, it gets the job done beautifully. I highly recommend it to any coffee lover or home cook looking for a dependable grinder. Five stars!

Grind speed is good, it's powerful. You do have to pulse it a few times to get all the beans grounded. Design is nice and easy to clean. Sturdiness is good. Fits good in cabinets not bulky. No weird burning smell, but it's one the louder side. Every one knows it's coffee time..LOL I really don't have any complaints, good buy for the price honestly.

Overall, this was a decent product, lasted me nearly 5 years. Handles coffee prettt well. Broke trying to grind some whole spices. Not bad for the price.

Fast, quiet and small. Many will say you need to grind two full container batches of beans for 12-cups when the manufacturer recommends one batch. I tested, and ONE batch works for me perfectly.More ramblings: Apparently I like a lighter brew, which I think is closer to Dunkin or our local Wawa stores. I struggled with the math of how many beans to use to make a 12 cup pot. it gets tricky as the carafe measures in 6ozs, most use 8 ozs for measuring what a coffee cup us when reality is we all use 11 or 15 oz cups. Then some online guidelines use grams and weight, or tablespoons when I have a nice 1/4 cup measuring spoon. I simply wanted a repeated process "to make full pot of coffee how many beans do I grind?" After invoking the soul of Einstein I found that it takes a LOT of coffee to make that full pot based on many online suggestions, effectively two full grind containers. you'll see many reviews here further confirming that "Have to grind twice". I'll say I am using very basic Green Mountain Breakfast Blend beans, same we used in K-cups. And the double batch recipe created a coffee that was black as the darkest night. Darker than anything I had seen in any cafe all over the US. Looked like used motor oil, and tasted VERY strong. Hmmmm. So I'll say that I did this test even tho this grinder's cup has bean fill level markings which clearly indicated 12 cups... as being one batch of grindign, not two.I also realized my wife and I were drinking weaker coffee anyway with the K-cups. Its the same single k-cup and we are using a 15oz mug, which would be 1/2 the amount of regular grinds. The purist would say my 15oz cup requires TWO k-cups. But again with the beans I tried the recommendations of all the roasters and coffee shops... and I got motor oil looking coffee. So finally I brewed a new pot. 12 cup full pot and used ONE grind from this grinder. And the coffee was great. I dont even need a measuring spoon... just pour into the grinder cup close to the top. Done.Just like in craft beers there are people who appreciate a high ABV dark stout beer. Me? I am a light lager guy. I am sure there are people who buy beans from all over the world and like a dark dark brew. Me? I'm a light "morning convenience store" coffee drinkerBut then I wonder if this (mis)information of using so much coffee beans is put out by the industry to convince the consumer into spending so much more coffee than what the average drinker is used tu?Long story short to save you the research and math. The experts and the math says for a standard 12-cup pot you need to run TWO full grind containers. The manufacturer says one. Try both and see what you like.Plus my plan of just one.. 1/2 the cost of beans

This coffee grinder works really well. It’s easy to adjust the grind size depending on how you like your coffee. It’s quick, consistent, and gets the job done. The best part is the cord compartment—it makes storing the grinder so much easier and keeps everything neat. Whether you're making espresso or regular coffee, it handles it with no problem. Definitely worth the price if you're looking for a reliable grinder.