Ollygrin Conical Burr Coffee Grinder
Ollygrin's conical burr grinder offers 30 precise settings tuned for espresso extraction, pairing well with mid-range home espresso machines without the cost of a dedicated pro grinder.
- 30 grind settings concentrated in the fine-to-medium range for espresso and moka pot optimization
- Conical burr design for consistent particle size and low heat generation during grinding
- Compact footprint suitable for small counters with standard portafilter-filling dosing
Best For / Not For
Best for
- Home espresso machine owners who want a dedicated burr grinder matched to espresso extraction requirements
- Buyers who primarily brew espresso and moka pot rather than drip or French press
Not for
- Drip and French press brewers who need a wide coarse-end range -- the Aromaster or AAOBOSI offer more coarse settings
- Espresso perfectionists who need stepless micro-adjustment -- a Baratza Encore ESP or Breville Smart Grinder Pro is the right tool
Key Details
Matching a Grinder to Your Espresso Machine: What to Look For
A grinder matched to an espresso machine should produce fine particles consistently enough that the espresso flows through the puck in 25 to 35 seconds from a standard double shot. If the grind is too coarse, the shot runs fast and tastes weak. Too fine and it runs slow and bitter. The dialing range between 'too fast' and 'too slow' is narrow, which is why grind setting resolution matters for espresso -- more steps in the fine range means you can move through that zone incrementally rather than jumping past the target.
The Ollygrin's 30-step range provides enough resolution for most entry to mid-range home espresso machines, including popular Breville and De'Longhi models. It is not sufficient for a professional machine where the optimal range is narrower and micro-adjustment is necessary. For home use where espresso is a morning ritual rather than a craft pursuit, the Ollygrin hits the performance-to-price ratio well.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Fine-end setting range is appropriate for most home espresso machines and moka pot brewing
- Conical burr geometry reduces heat transfer to grounds compared to flat burrs at this price point
- Compact countertop footprint compared to larger multi-method grinders
Cons
- Narrower coarse-end range means drip and French press settings are limited compared to broader-range grinders
- Stepped settings do not allow the micro-adjustment needed for high-end espresso dialing
Bottom Line
Buy the Ollygrin Conical Burr if your primary brewing method is espresso or moka pot and you want fine-range precision at a mid-range price. Choose the Aromaster 48-setting if you also brew drip and French press and need broader coarse-end range.
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