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Best Coffee Grinders Under $100

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Our top pick

OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, 15 Settings

OXO Brew conical burr coffee grinder with 15 settings, a reliable all-rounder for drip, pour over and French press.

Our score7.8/10

Best budget

TIMEMORE Chestnut C3S Pro Manual Coffee Grinder, Stainless Steel S2C Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, Hand Coffee Grinder with Foldable Handle, Adjustable Grind Setting for Travel/Camping/Home, Black

TIMEMORE Chestnut C3S Pro manual grinder with a full aluminum body, S2C hexagonal conical steel burr and about 36 grind levels, at the top of the under-$100 range.

Our score7.8/10

You can get real burr-grinder quality without spending a lot, and a grinder under $100 is one of the smartest first upgrades for any home coffee bar. Even budget burrs crush beans far more evenly than a blade grinder, which translates directly into a better-tasting cup. Here we compare the best coffee grinders under $100 for home baristas. We cover both electric and manual options, grind consistency for drip and pour over, and where budget models draw the line on espresso. Expect honest picks that give you the biggest jump in cup quality for the money.

The short version

We compared 9 picks. Our scores range from 6.2 to 7.8 out of 10.

Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score

  1. 1.OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, 15 Settings
    7.8/10See on AmazonCheck price
  2. 2.TIMEMORE Chestnut C3S Pro Manual Coffee Grinder, Stainless Steel S2C Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, Hand Coffee Grinder with Foldable Handle, Adjustable Grind Setting for Travel/Camping/Home, Black
    7.8/10See on AmazonCheck price
  3. 3.OXO Brew Compact Conical Burr Electric Coffee Bean Grinder - 50g Capacity
    7.8/10See on AmazonCheck price
  4. 4.SHARDOR Electric Burr Coffee Grinder 2.0, 16 Settings
    7.6/10See on AmazonCheck price
  5. 5.KRUPS One-Touch Electric Coffee Grinder, 3 oz, 200W
    7.0/10See on AmazonCheck price
  6. 6.Hamilton Beach Fresh Grind Electric Coffee Grinder 80335R
    6.8/10See on AmazonCheck price
  7. 7.Bodum Bistro Electric Conical Burr Grinder, 12 Settings (Black)
    6.8/10See on AmazonCheck price
  8. 8.Cuisinart DCG-20BKN Coffee Grinder, One Touch, 2.5 oz
    6.7/10See on AmazonCheck price
  9. 9.Amazon Basics Fast Electric Coffee Grinder, Stainless Blades
    6.2/10See on AmazonCheck price
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OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, 15 Settings#1
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OXO Brew conical burr coffee grinder with 15 settings, a reliable all-rounder for drip, pour over and French press.

Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 9/10

  • + 15 grind settings cover coarse French press through fine drip
  • + Conical burrs give far more even grounds than blade grinders
  • + OXO design is simple to use with a one-touch start
  • - Not fine or precise enough for dialing in real espresso
  • - Some static and chaff can cling around the grounds bin
TIMEMORE Chestnut C3S Pro Manual Coffee Grinder, Stainless Steel S2C Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, Hand Coffee Grinder with Foldable Handle, Adjustable Grind Setting for Travel/Camping/Home, Black#2
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TIMEMORE Chestnut C3S Pro manual grinder with a full aluminum body, S2C hexagonal conical steel burr and about 36 grind levels, at the top of the under-$100 range.

Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10

  • + All-metal aluminum alloy body and a 5-axis CNC conical burr with 55 to 58 HRC hardness, as listed.
  • + Roughly 36 adjustable grind levels, so one grinder covers fine espresso settings through coarse French press.
  • + Foldable crank handle and built-in bearing make it easier to store and to turn than a basic hand mill.
  • - At $95 it costs much more than the JavaPresse it replaces, so it fits a stretch budget rather than a basic one.
  • - Hand grinding is slow for larger batches, and the listing states a compact 52 mm body that limits bean capacity.
OXO Brew Compact Conical Burr Electric Coffee Bean Grinder - 50g Capacity#3
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OXO Brew Compact conical burr grinder with 15 settings and 29 micro-adjustments. Stainless steel burrs, a 50 gram bean capacity for up to 6 cups, and a body just 11 inches tall and 4 inches wide.

Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10

  • + 15 grind settings plus 29 micro-adjustments covering fine to coarse
  • + Slim body, 11 inches tall and 4 inches wide, stores on a counter or in a cabinet
  • + Upper and lower stainless steel conical burrs both come out for thorough cleaning
  • - 50 gram capacity makes up to 6 cups per load, so bigger batches need a refill
  • - The listing does not mention a grind timer or an anti-static feature
SHARDOR Electric Burr Coffee Grinder 2.0, 16 Settings#4
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SHARDOR Electric Burr Coffee Grinder 2.0 with 16 settings, an affordable flat-burr style upgrade for daily drip.

Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 9/10

  • + 16 settings give repeatable grind sizes for drip and pour over
  • + Burr mechanism produces far more uniform grounds than blades
  • + Version 2.0 refines SHARDOR's popular low cost electric design
  • - Settings are too coarse in steps for dialing in espresso
  • - Plastic body and bin can build up static with dark roasts
KRUPS One-Touch Electric Coffee Grinder, 3 oz, 200W#5
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KRUPS One-Touch electric blade grinder with a 3 oz capacity and 200W motor for quick coffee or spice grinding.

Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10

  • + 3 oz capacity grinds enough beans for a full drip pot at once
  • + 200W motor powers through beans and whole spices quickly
  • + One-touch lid switch keeps operation simple and safe
  • - Uneven blade grounds limit flavor clarity in manual brewing
  • - Fixed bowl is harder to clean than removable cups
Hamilton Beach Fresh Grind Electric Coffee Grinder 80335R#6
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Hamilton Beach Fresh Grind 80335R electric blade grinder, a compact everyday grinder with a removable chamber.

Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10

  • + Removable grinding chamber makes it easy to pour and wash
  • + Simple push button operation needs no learning at all
  • + Hidden cord storage keeps the counter tidy between uses
  • - Blade grinding produces uneven particles for pour over
  • - Small chamber means grinding in batches for a full carafe
Bodum Bistro Electric Conical Burr Grinder, 12 Settings (Black)#7
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Bodum Bistro electric conical burr grinder in black with 12 settings, a stylish choice for pour over and press.

Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10

  • + Conical burrs give consistent grounds for French press and drip
  • + Bodum styling fits neatly into a modern kitchen
  • + Glass catcher helps reduce static cling compared with plastic
  • - 12 settings offer fewer fine adjustments than rival grinders
  • - Not suited for espresso, which needs much finer control
Cuisinart DCG-20BKN Coffee Grinder, One Touch, 2.5 oz#8
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Cuisinart DCG-20BKN one-touch blade grinder with a 2.5 oz capacity, a small, cheap grinder for daily drip coffee.

Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 5/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10

  • + 2.5 oz capacity covers a standard pot of drip coffee
  • + Compact footprint fits into tight kitchen cupboards
  • + Cuisinart build is dependable for years of basic use
  • - Blades create heat and uneven grounds with longer pulses
  • - Smaller capacity than the KRUPS style 3 oz grinders
Amazon Basics Fast Electric Coffee Grinder, Stainless Blades#9
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Amazon Basics fast electric coffee grinder with stainless blades, a no-frills pick for occasional drip coffee drinkers.

Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 5/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10

  • + Stainless steel blades chop beans in seconds with a press of the lid
  • + Also handles spices, seeds and herbs for kitchen versatility
  • + Amazon Basics pricing makes it one of the cheapest ways to grind fresh
  • - Blade chopping leaves a mix of powder and chunks, not an even grind
  • - No settings at all, so grind size is guesswork by pulse time

Before you buy: trade-offs we flagged

No pick is perfect. These are the main compromises we noted for the top products in this guide, so you can check they will not matter for you.

Frequently asked questions

›What is the best choice among coffee grinders under $100?

OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, 15 Settings is our top overall pick. OXO Brew conical burr coffee grinder with 15 settings, a reliable all-rounder for drip, pour over and French press. It earns our score of 7.8/10, based on fit for the job, features, build and value.

›What is a good budget option?

TIMEMORE Chestnut C3S Pro Manual Coffee Grinder, Stainless Steel S2C Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, Hand Coffee Grinder with Foldable Handle, Adjustable Grind Setting for Travel/Camping/Home, Black is the strongest low-cost pick in this guide. TIMEMORE Chestnut C3S Pro manual grinder with a full aluminum body, S2C hexagonal conical steel burr and about 36 grind levels, at the top of the under-$100 range.

›How much should I expect to spend?

Picks in this guide span See on Amazon price bands (roughly: $ = under $30, $$ = $30 to $100, $$$ = over $100). We never display exact prices because they change constantly, so the buttons above always show Amazon's current price.

›How were these products chosen?

We shortlist products that fit the job this guide solves and compare their published specifications, such as size, capacity, materials and what is included. Each pick gets an editorial score out of 10 for fit, features, build and value, and we write the pros and cons from those details. Our score is not an Amazon customer rating. We earn a commission if you buy through our links, which never affects the ranking.

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