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Best Mid-Range

Eureka Mignon Specialita

Tom's Guide uses it as their reference grinder for all coffee maker testing — that's the highest possible endorsement. The 55mm flat burrs and near-zero retention make it a favorite for espresso enthusiasts who want cafe-quality results at home.

$400-$500
Pros
  • Used as the reference standard grinder by Tom's Guide for all coffee maker testing
  • 55mm flat burrs deliver excellent grind consistency for espresso
  • Low retention design minimizes waste between doses
  • Stepless micrometric adjustment for precise espresso dialing
Cons
  • Pricier than entry-level options like the Encore ESP
  • Flat burrs can require more warm-up time for consistent results
  • Hopper-based, not ideal for single-dosing without modification
Why we recommend it

When a publication trusts a grinder enough to use it as their testing baseline for every other coffee maker review, that tells you everything. The Specialita punches well above its price class.

Tom's Guide

our top pick, the Eureka Mignon Specialita) for all of our coffee maker reviews