Manual Herb Grinders | Home use, daily herb/spice grinding | 4-layer design (ASTM F131 compliant), 40–100mm diameters, aluminum/zinc alloy | ▲1 Durability: Metal construction resists corrosion (vs plastic grinders). Precision: Fine mesh (80–120 µm) for consistent grind. | Requires manual effort. ▲0 Portability: Bulky for travel (500g+). |
Electric Spice Grinders | Commercial kitchens, bulk grinding | Motorized (1200 RPM), stainless steel blades, 100–150mm capacity | ▲2 Speed: 3x faster grind than manual models. Consistency: Uniform particle size (ISO 3581 certified). | ▲-1 Power Dependency: Requires batteries or outlets. ▲-2 Noise: 65 dBA (louder than manual grinders). |
Portable Travel Grinders | On-the-go use, discreet storage | Compact 40mm diameter, TSA-compliant, lightweight (50g) | ▲3 Mobility: Fits in pockets. ▲1 Security: Leak-proof seal (ASTM D3420). | ▲-2 Capacity: Holds ≤5g (suitable only for small batches). ▲-1 Grind Quality: Fewer layers = less precision. |
Premium High-Capacity Grinders | Heavy users, large quantities | 100mm diameter, 6-layer design, heavy-duty zinc alloy (ASTM F131) | ▲4 Volume: 50g+ capacity. ▲2 Durability: Zinc alloy resists wear (10k+ uses). | ▲-3 Weight: 1.2kg (awkward for travel). ▲-1 Cost: 3x pricier than base models. |
Budget-Friendly Grinders | Occasional use, cost-sensitive buyers | 2-layer plastic, basic design, 50mm diameter | ▲0 Price: $10–$20 (entry-level). ▲-1 Durability: Plastic cracks after 500 uses. | ▲-3 Grind Consistency: Uneven particles (no mesh standard). ▲-2 Hygiene: Hard to clean (non-detachable layers). |
Multi-Chamber Grinders | Separating fine/coarse grinds | 4 chambers (ASTM F131), adjustable mesh (50–200 µm), 60mm diameter | ▲3 Versatility: 4 grind settings (powder to flakes). ▲1 Hygiene: Detachable chambers for easy cleaning. | ▲-2 Complexity: Requires assembly. ▲-1 Weight: 300g (heavier than single-chamber models). |