Photo: Unsplash3 verified models, compared by manufacturer specs and list price. 3 list at or under $500.
List price per manufacturer page, checked 2026-10-14. Prices change; always confirm with the retailer.
Retailer price history appears here once our feeds are connected. We show no historical prices until then.
List price per manufacturer page, checked 2026-10-14. Page lists $199.95 and $249.95 variants Prices change; always confirm with the retailer.
Retailer price history appears here once our feeds are connected. We show no historical prices until then.
List price per manufacturer page, checked 2026-10-14. Prices change; always confirm with the retailer.
Retailer price history appears here once our feeds are connected. We show no historical prices until then.
Burr size and geometry (conical vs flat) affect speed and grind distribution.
Stepless adjustment matters most for dialing in espresso.
Low retention keeps stale grounds out of your next dose.
We include current models from established manufacturers whose specs and list prices we could confirm on the manufacturer's own site. We sort by list price. Once retailer feeds are connected we'll add daily prices, 90-day lows and a "good time to buy" signal.
See our methodology.