Coffee Grinders

A commercial coffee grinder is a motorised burr machine built to grind coffee beans consistently and repeatedly throughout a full service shift. Unlike domestic grinders, commercial units use larger burr sets, more powerful motors and tighter tolerances to deliver uniform particle size at speed. That consistency is what allows your barista to dial in an espresso recipe and hold it across dozens of consecutive shots without the grind drifting.

The range covers on-demand espresso grinders, stepped and stepless doser grinders, gravimetric grinders that weigh each dose automatically, and high-capacity batch grinders for filter or bulk grinding. Brands such as Mahlkonig, Mazzer, Fiorenzato and Ditting each approach these categories differently, so there is genuine variety in burr geometry, hopper size and workflow design across the 94 models we carry.

Both are respected European manufacturers with long track records in busy cafes. Mazzer grinders like the Super Jolly V Pro and Robur S are known for robust build and straightforward servicing, which suits high-volume espresso bars. Mahlkonig models such as the E80W GbS and E65W GbS lean into gravimetric dosing and workflow automation. Your choice usually comes down to how much your team values hands-free dosing versus mechanical simplicity and ease of burr replacement.

Match the grinder's rated output to your peak hourly shot count, then add a buffer. A busy brunch service can push a single grinder hard, so many operators run two — one dialled for espresso, one for decaf or a second origin. Burr diameter is a useful proxy for capacity: larger burrs generate less heat per grind cycle and hold calibration longer under sustained use. Check the product specs for each model and speak to our team if you are unsure.

Most single-phase espresso grinders in this range run on a standard 10-amp outlet, though higher-output models may draw more current — always check the electrical spec on the individual product page before ordering. Batch grinders and some large-burr units can require a 15-amp circuit or a dedicated run. Your electrician should confirm the supply before installation, particularly if the grinder sits alongside other high-draw equipment on the same bench.

Footprints vary considerably across the range. Compact on-demand grinders like the Fiorenzato F64 EVO Pro are designed to sit beside an espresso machine without crowding the group head. Larger batch grinders and dual-hopper units need more clearance, both for the hopper height above and for the portafilter angle below. Measure your bench depth and the clearance to any overhead cabinet before you order, and check the product dimensions listed on each page.

Daily cleaning should include purging residual coffee from the burr chamber, wiping the chute and clearing any clumps from the doser or outlet. Weekly, remove the top burr and brush out fines that pack around the burr carrier — built-up fines go rancid and taint fresh coffee. Grinder cleaning tablets are available to absorb oils without full disassembly. Avoid blowing compressed air into the burr chamber, as this drives fines deeper into the motor housing.

Burr life depends on the coffee blend, roast level and grind volume. Lighter roasts and darker, oilier blends wear burrs at different rates. Most operators notice calibration drift — needing to grind finer and finer to maintain the same extraction — as the first sign of wear. Keeping a log of your grind setting over time makes this easy to spot. Your grinder's manual will give a recommended replacement interval based on kilogram throughput.

You can, though most high-volume cafes keep separate grinders for each brew method because the grind settings are far apart and switching between them mid-service is slow. If your menu is espresso-only, a single quality espresso grinder is the better investment. If you serve both batch filter and espresso, a dedicated filter grinder — Mahlkonig and Ditting both make strong options in this range — saves time and protects your espresso calibration.

The range spans entry-level commercial models through to high-output gravimetric grinders, so the price spread is wide. Entry espresso grinders from brands like Rancilio and Bezzera sit at the accessible end, while large-burr Mazzer and Mahlkonig units sit higher. Members save off RRP across the full range, making a Chefs Depot account worth setting up before you buy. All prices are shown on each product page once you are logged in.