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Color | Black |
Brand | Bodum |
Style | Premium Burr Grinder |
Product Dimensions | 7.6"L x 7.1"W x 12.5"H |
Recommended Uses For Product | Grind |
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About this item
- The Bistro Burr Grinder consistently crushes beans between stainless steel conical burrs. This process also preserves the bean’s intrinsic flavor and aroma better than a blade grinder.
- Push button, pre-set timer allows users to grind the exact amount of coffee needed, keeping beans fresh and preventing waste.
- 12 Adjustable grind settings allow users to go from Espresso to French Press with ease.
- Equipped with a friction clutch, which protects the grinding gear by the presence of small stones.
- Dishwasher-Safe Borosilicate glass catcher with grip reduces static cling of coffee grounds.
- Holds up to 7.75 Ounces of Coffee Beans.
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Easy to clean | 3.4 | 4.0 | 4.8 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.1 |
Easy to use | 4.0 | 4.5 | — | 4.2 | 4.3 | — |
Noise level | 3.2 | 3.9 | 4.7 | — | 4.0 | — |
Value for money | — | — | — | 4.3 | 4.1 | 3.6 |
Flavor | — | — | — | 4.2 | 4.2 | 5.0 |
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capacity | 7.75 ounces | 0.75 pounds | 10.5 ounces | 9.7 ounces | 5.5 ounces | 9.7 ounces |
material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
style | Premium Burr Grinder | Burr Coffee Grinder | — | Adjustable | Coffee Grinder | — |
weight | 7.75 ounces | 4.47 pounds | — | 3.53 ounces | 2.3 pounds | — |
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Bodum - From the Soul of Slow Coffee.
Bodum Bistro Electric Burr Coffee Grinder
The Bodum Bistro Electric Burr Coffee Grinder with adjustable grind is our premier coffee grinder.
Our conical burr crushes beans as opposed to slicing them (with your typical blade grinder); ensuring consistency, while preserving the bean’s intrinsic flavor and aroma.
This burr grinder is continuously adjustable - twisting the upper bean container determines how finely ground the beans will be. 12 settings from coarse to fine, you can deliver the ideal grind for any brewing method.
The Bistro coffee grinder comes with a static-free borosilicate glass container with rubberized grip to catch and safely transfer the grounds while preventing 'jumping' coffee grounds.
Fully Adjustable Settings
Push button, pre-set timer allows users to grind the exact amount of coffee needed, keeping beans fresh and preventing waste.
Adjustable grind allows users to go from Espresso to French Press with ease.
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Lid For HopperMulti-function Lid will keep beans fresh and provides built-in measuring guide. Line up the size and type of your brew, and your ideal grind setting and time will ensure the perfect grind, every time. |
Conical BurrThe conical stainless steel burr grinder provides a consistent grind with no sharpening required. |
Coffee CatcherThe catcher is made of anti-static borosilicate glass so the fine coffee grounds don’t cling to it. |
Silicon BandThe silicone band around the grinder body prevents slipping and allows for a firm grip. |
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Durable Stainless Steel Blade | ✓ | - | - |
Plastic Grind Catcher | - | ✓ | - |
High-Quality Stainless Steel Conical Burr | - | ✓ | ✓ |
12 Adjustable Grind Settings | - | ✓ | ✓ |
Borosilicate Glass Grind Catcher with Grip | - | - | ✓ |
Built-In Timer | - | - | ✓ |
Lid Doubles as Grind Guide | - | - | ✓ |
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Color | Black |
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Brand | Bodum |
Style | Premium Burr Grinder |
Product Dimensions | 7.6"L x 7.1"W x 12.5"H |
Recommended Uses For Product | Grind |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Item Weight | 7.8 ounces |
Manufacturer | Bodum |
ASIN | B0043095WW |
Item model number | 10903-01US-3 |
Customer Reviews |
3.9 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #23,582 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen) #12 in Burr Coffee Grinders |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 14, 2010 |
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Product Description
The BISTRO Electric Burr Grinder crushes the coffee beans between conical burrs rather than chopping them, preventing the coffee from losing its characteristic taste and aroma. By twisting the upper bean container, the variable grind settings can be adjusted from a coarse French press setting all the way down to a fine ground for espresso, depending on the brewing method or personal taste. The BISTRO Electric Burr Grinder comes with an attractive, static-free borosilicate glass PRESSO container that conveniently sits within the base of the unit to collect ground coffee during use and also features a non-slip silicone band for secure handling.The BISTRO Electric Burr Grinder is made from borosilicate glass, steel, plastic, rubber and silicone.
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Customers like the ease of use and appearance of the electric food mill grinder. For example, they mention it's simple and easy to use, with an attractive design. Some are also happy with value, and size. That said, opinions are mixed on quality, noise, cleanliness, and static.
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Customers like the value of the electric food mill grinder. They mention it's the best sub-$100 grinder out there, worth the investment, and a good compromise between quality and price. Customers also appreciate the grind uniformity and design versus price.
"...] - if you want the best, this is it for a reasonable price (reasonable to some, all depends). Specs:..." Read more
"...This has to be the best sub-$100 grinder out there. As for durability, I will update in few months. Another thing I'm happy about is the color...." Read more
"...job, until it doesn’t…and then, when I have to replace it, the price has gone up - a LOT...." Read more
"...I bought it, it was $76 (black version) which I think is a fair price for the quality." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the electric food mill grinder. They mention that it has an attractive design, with a small footprint and a cool color. The cone is designed so that beans feed easily into the grinder, and it has a nice glass container that holds the grounds.
"...Features: Built in doser - very nice; will auto grind correct amount based on your cup and strength setting. Nice LCD screen...." Read more
"...Design is great, construction is decent; you get what you pay for. The body is rubberized, which I find modern and pleasant...." Read more
"...5. Aesthetic: It's nice looking and has smaller footprint than I had imagined. [A-]CONS:..." Read more
"...It's a nice looking piece of equipment. It looks good on my counterThe not so good:- The glass grinds catcher is very thin glass...." Read more
Customers find the electric food mill grinder easy to use. They mention it works great for everything, is super easy to assemble, and has a nice interface for the stepless courseness selector. The burrs are wonderful and they grind beans with ease, making it so much more pleasurable to use, and the info provided is sufficient to understand and use the grinder.
"...Cleanup: Super easy; just rinse the catcher and you are done.--..." Read more
"...Assembly was devastatingly simple. After unboxing it, I think I had it up and running in under a minute...." Read more
"...It grinds coffee perfectly and I’ve never had a complaint. Super easy to use and not messy like some have said. Recommended...." Read more
"...This makes it so much more pleasurable to use...." Read more
Customers like the size of the electric food mill grinder. They mention that it takes up very little space on the countertop, and it's nice looking. That said, some complain about the consistency of the grind. That being said, the feed cup is large and holds a good amount of beans.
"...Grind: Very consistent and perfect size for drip on drip setting; I have tried this with a drip coffee maker and it is excellent...." Read more
"...so both sides of the spectrum and the grind size seems to be accurate and consistent...." Read more
"...5. Aesthetic: It's nice looking and has smaller footprint than I had imagined. [A-]CONS:..." Read more
"...grind size and grind time dialed in, this machine delivered a consistent ground size and quantity that led to a cup of coffee I could rely on...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the coffee grinder. Some mention that it delivers a very consistent grind, is able to grind fine enough, and is an excellent all-around machine. However, others say that it stopped grinding coffee, leads to coffee grinds escaping, and that the grinds are not coming out properly.
"...- The Bodum Bistro Electric Burr Coffee Grinder is an excellent all around machine with very minor (at least to me) drawbacks and if one is to..." Read more
"...Design is great, construction is decent; you get what you pay for. The body is rubberized, which I find modern and pleasant...." Read more
"...Lastly this thing is messy, there is always grounds left in the grinding chamber and you have to literally smack the grinder on the side quite a few..." Read more
"...No problems whatsoever, no mess on the counter, still an even grind.I have no issues, it works like new...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise of the electric food mill grinder. Some mention that it's quiet and well-built, while others say that it gets louder and louder over time. Some customers also mention that the grinder makes a snapping sound and stops grinding prematurely.
"...Noise: Not very loud at all; I thought it would be louder...." Read more
"...Recommended. Only con is that it’s noisy." Read more
"...Noise level is moderate. Quieter than my blade grinder, but still fairly noisy especially when the hopper is empty and beans aren't being ground...." Read more
"...Noise: This guy is reasonably quiet. It is grinding beans, so it will be noisy, but unlike all blade grinders I've used, this is a lower frequency..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the cleanliness of the electric food mill grinder. Some mention that it's easy to clean, the burr set disassembles easily for cleaning, and it doesn't make a mess. However, others say that it definitely is not and cleaning it was very messy.
"...French press is also no problem.-- Mess: No mess; static is eliminated by their special technology that slows the coffee grinds..." Read more
"...Lastly this thing is messy, there is always grounds left in the grinding chamber and you have to literally smack the grinder on the side quite a few..." Read more
"...drinking both decaf and regular in many varieties, and there is virtually no mess, I have never considered wiping anything up...." Read more
"...Super easy to use and not messy like some have said. Recommended. Only con is that it’s noisy." Read more
Customers are mixed about the static of the electric food mill grinder. Some mention that there is no issues with static whatsoever, while others say that there's still a problem evident after grinding is done. The coffee grinds have some static and cling to sides, but this is a minor complaint. Some customers also mention that the hopper is very static electricity prone and the cup for the ground coffee can collect a lot of static.
"...- Mess: Because it's make of glass, there seems to be minute amount of static, if any. This makes it so much more pleasurable to use...." Read more
"...The cup for the ground coffee can collect a lot of static, but not worse than other grinders I've had...." Read more
"...No static electricity, no old coffee waiting for your next grind. Just on cleanup alone, this thing is awesome...." Read more
"...It was a very noisy machine but I've heard worse. Static could be a slight problem but really all you need to do is wait a couple minutes for the..." Read more
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There are three units that were in the running (ordered by price):
a. Bodum Bistro Electric Burr Coffee Grinder (the unit on this page and the one I ultimately bought and am very happy with) - $89.99
b. Breville BCG800XL Smart Grinder - $199.99
c. Rancilio ROCKY Rancilio Burr Grinder with Doser - $359.99
Now, if price is not an issue, by all means go with the Breville BCG800XL (really can't go wrong with that one). Also, notice that all of these are burr grinders (blade grinders are NOT the way to go) and all are excellent machines; all other machines researched under $400 have serious drawbacks - trust me - I've done the research.
Okay, now let's take a look at each one.
--- a. Bodum Bistro Electric Burr Coffee Grinder, Black - this is an excellent unit all around and the one I bought:
-- Grind:
Very consistent and perfect size for drip on drip setting; I have tried this with a drip coffee maker and it is excellent. Some say that it can't quite match the best machines out there for a cappuccino grind (i.e. very very very fine for very very picky machines) but I do not have a cappuccino machine and so this does not really concern me all that much.
-- Mess:
Awesome, no mess at all. The glass catcher reduces the static on the grinds so that they do not jump (no idea how some complain about mess); no mess here.
After catcher is removed, no excess coffee spills out.
-- Noise:
Not very loud at all; I thought it would be louder. Two scaredy cats in my house and both did not even wake up (same room as the appliance).
-- Cleanup:
Super easy; just rinse the catcher and you are done.
-- Features:
Timer -> 5-20 second; set it once, and it stays from grind to grind. 10 seconds was perfect for my mug (4 cups).
-- Build Quality:
Excellent all around with a glass catcher and plastic hopper. The burrs are very well machined.
-- Looks/Size:
The machine is on the small size but very good looking (I have a black one).
-- Cons:
Motor "should" (at least that is what the manual recommends) rest for 5 minutes before every 20 second grind. Really, for me, this is not an issue as 20 seconds produces about 6-8 cups of medium strength coffee.
Bean hopper is not tinted so leaving beans in it (especially in the light) may not be a great idea but you should not leave beans in the hopper in any case as suggested by all of the other machine's manuals.
Some claim that very very fine cappuccino grinds are not acceptable for very picky cappuccino machines; go figure.
Adjusting the grind size can only be done with the motor running (or so claims the manual). Not a big deal for me since I do not plan to adjust it ... well ... ever after the initial setting (doesn't have to have beans in it but just running motor while adjusting).
--- b. Breville BCG800XL Smart Grinder - if money is not an issue, why not - I could find really nothing wrong with it except the price.
-- Grind:
From doing much research, this thing really gets it right for anything you want; even the pickiest cappuccino machines like this thing. French press is also no problem.
-- Mess:
No mess; static is eliminated by their special technology that slows the coffee grinds before they get to the catcher.
-- Noise:
Very quite.
-- Cleanup:
Cannot comment on cleanup but people have said that it is not a problem.
-- Features:
Built in doser - very nice; will auto grind correct amount based on your cup and strength setting.
Nice LCD screen.
Bean hopper is tinted.
-- Build Quality:
Customers claim that it is very solid and well built.
-- Looks/Size:
Looks very nice.
-- Cons:
Price.
--- c. Rancilio ROCKY Rancilio Burr Grinder with Doser - if you want the best, this is it for a reasonable price (reasonable to some, all depends).
Specs:
I am not going to go into detail about this one but needless to say that those very serious about their cappuccino grind, etc. and for whom money is no issue should probably get this machine. Frankly, for this much money, I see no reason.
Conclusion:
- The Bodum Bistro Electric Burr Coffee Grinder is an excellent all around machine with very minor (at least to me) drawbacks and if one is to consider the price/performance ratio, simply cannot be beat. Best of luck and hope this review saves some hours of research.
Then we got into grinding. The Bodum emits the reassuring sound of precision. It is the sound that well-built, sturdy, meticulously-crafted machines nearly always make, and it gives you the expectation of consistency and longevity. The consistency is immediately apparent in the uniformity of the grounds, but we'll have to see about the longevity over time. We have an automatic drip machine, so the only grind setting we use is medium, as indicated by the middle icon on the machine. Our old grinder (also a burr machine, but not conical) always produced a by-product of fine powder in addition to the medium-sized particles. With the Bodum there is none of this undesirable powder. Consequently, I can say after a week or so of use, that the flavor of our brewed coffee is noticeably improved. To summarize, the particle size of the grounds is wonderfully consistent, and this is reflected in the taste of the brew.
Now to address a flaw that many other reviewers have mentioned. The grinder only runs for 20 seconds at a time. The instruction booklet tenders a caveat: allow 5 minutes before running the machine through another grinding cycle. I consider that a defect in a machine of this quality. It should be possible for the motor to run for, say, 45 seconds without overheating or sustaining damage. I drink two big mugs of coffee, and the beans necessary for that much java cannot be ground by the Bodum in 20 seconds. However, I don't stand and stare resentfully at the grinder for the next 5 minutes. I have lots of other things to do to fill in that time -- such as toasting and buttering a bagel; or frothing milk for the coffee; or mixing batter for pancakes or waffles; or beating and cooking eggs for a mini-omelet -- and so on. I'm in my 8th decade of life, I no longer go to an office or shop, and I cheerfully admit to being spoiled as hell. If I needed to bolt down my coffee and race out the door (as I once did), that 5 minutes between grindings would be a deal-breaker for me. But since that's not the case, I'm inclined not to deduct any stars for the 20-second limitation either. Call me sucker, but the integrity of the build, the consistency of the grind, and the improved flavor of the brewed coffee have me hooked. But everyone will have to decide for him/herself how important this is.
I consider the Bodum Bistro Electric Burr Coffee Grinder very good value for money.
NINE MONTHS LATER -- I think it's time to reconsider my original review in just one respect. I'm getting impatient waiting 5 minutes before running the grinder a second time. I now find this requirement an annoying restriction imposed by the manufacturer which should be corrected in subsequent models. Consequently, I have downgraded my rating to four stars.
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Reviewed in Mexico on January 16, 2022
At home, I’ve had a Cuisinart DBM-8C and am now using a Braun KG7070 which I’ll compare to in this review.
WALK-AROUND – Bodum Bistro
This grinder has an all-plastic exterior (except the glass output jar). The plastic is matte which makes it look surprisingly good. The bean hopper can be rotated to allow you to select grind coarseness. On the top of the unit is the timer dial (allows you to select 5 to 20second grind times) and a “go” button. On the side of the unit is a power button. At the office, we leave the timer set to approximately 8 seconds (press “go” once for a half pot, twice for a full pot) and the power button is always on.
NORMAL USE
This grinder works like most other grinders – pour in your beans, replace the hopper lid, select coarseness, select grind time and hit Start. Ground coffee lands in the lower hopper, and you can pull it out, remove the lid, and dump into your coffee maker. The lower hopper is glass which minimizes static cling relative to the grinders I’ve used at home. Also, because the grinds come from above, the unit is not prone to “leaking” grinds or getting jammed.
CONSISTENCY & GRIND QUALITY
Coarseness can be adjusted over a large scale to allow fine-tuning; there are images to suggest what coarseness is appropriate for the type of coffee being made. Grind quality is excellent in the “drip filter” range, and very consistent. We don’t grind espresso or have a French press at the office, so I can’t comment on those settings.
NOISE LEVEL
This grinder is incredibly loud, much louder than my Cuisinart or Braun units at home. Not a big deal, but if quiet operation is important, check out the Braun 7070.
THE GOOD
+ Stands up well under high use
+ Consistent grind quality
+ No issues with clogging
+ No mess or “leakage” of grinds that I experience with other grinders
THE BAD
- Lid on fresh bean hopper fits loosely; should provide airtight seal
- High price relative to other grinders
- Occasionally the timer “kicks” out immediately and you need to re-press
OTHER NOTES
There is a similar-looking Bodum grinder that costs less – it doesn’t include a timer. I strongly recommend buying a grinder with a timer (such as this one) for easy and consistent pots of coffee.
OVERALL
I’ve been recommending this grinder since we got one for the office, and two friends have picked one up in that time – both are happy with it. The only caveat is that if you require quiet operation, you should consider another option (I suggest Braun 7070, but this unit requires additional cleaning because of the rear-fed grind hopper design).
Reviewed in Canada on December 31, 2019
At home, I’ve had a Cuisinart DBM-8C and am now using a Braun KG7070 which I’ll compare to in this review.
WALK-AROUND – Bodum Bistro
This grinder has an all-plastic exterior (except the glass output jar). The plastic is matte which makes it look surprisingly good. The bean hopper can be rotated to allow you to select grind coarseness. On the top of the unit is the timer dial (allows you to select 5 to 20second grind times) and a “go” button. On the side of the unit is a power button. At the office, we leave the timer set to approximately 8 seconds (press “go” once for a half pot, twice for a full pot) and the power button is always on.
NORMAL USE
This grinder works like most other grinders – pour in your beans, replace the hopper lid, select coarseness, select grind time and hit Start. Ground coffee lands in the lower hopper, and you can pull it out, remove the lid, and dump into your coffee maker. The lower hopper is glass which minimizes static cling relative to the grinders I’ve used at home. Also, because the grinds come from above, the unit is not prone to “leaking” grinds or getting jammed.
CONSISTENCY & GRIND QUALITY
Coarseness can be adjusted over a large scale to allow fine-tuning; there are images to suggest what coarseness is appropriate for the type of coffee being made. Grind quality is excellent in the “drip filter” range, and very consistent. We don’t grind espresso or have a French press at the office, so I can’t comment on those settings.
NOISE LEVEL
This grinder is incredibly loud, much louder than my Cuisinart or Braun units at home. Not a big deal, but if quiet operation is important, check out the Braun 7070.
THE GOOD
+ Stands up well under high use
+ Consistent grind quality
+ No issues with clogging
+ No mess or “leakage” of grinds that I experience with other grinders
THE BAD
- Lid on fresh bean hopper fits loosely; should provide airtight seal
- High price relative to other grinders
- Occasionally the timer “kicks” out immediately and you need to re-press
OTHER NOTES
There is a similar-looking Bodum grinder that costs less – it doesn’t include a timer. I strongly recommend buying a grinder with a timer (such as this one) for easy and consistent pots of coffee.
OVERALL
I’ve been recommending this grinder since we got one for the office, and two friends have picked one up in that time – both are happy with it. The only caveat is that if you require quiet operation, you should consider another option (I suggest Braun 7070, but this unit requires additional cleaning because of the rear-fed grind hopper design).
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GRINDERS: 1. A no-name electrical blade grinder. 2. Krups GVX2 Electrical Burr Grinder 3. Two different Zassenhaus Hand Conical Burr Grinder 4. Bodum Bistro Electric Burr Grinder
ROASTERS: 1. Oven 2. Fresh Roast Plus 3. Behmor 1600
BREWERS: 1. Assorted Automatic Drip Type 2. IKEA French Press
As far as grinders are concerned, I feel I have the best. I will never again buy an electric blade grinder or burr grinder that is not conical in shape. Those grinders tend to grind/chop the beans into "boulders and sand," the two extremes. The conical burr grinder is essential if you are looking for a coffee bean that is uniformly ground. I really liked the Zassenhaus conical burr grinder but it does take more work to grind the beans by hand.
The Bodum Bistro Electric Burr Grinder is the best of both worlds - ease of use with a high quality grind, at a very reasonable price. I have noted that some people that bought this grinder got really out of joint for the craziest things in their reviews (like having to turn on/off a power button so the start button works.) That's crazy - this piece of machinery does a great job and has been very reliable since I've bought it (about a year old now.) I've recommend this grinder to my other coffee loving friends.