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With the KitchenAid, the lid fits out side the bowl, and if you do not overfill the bowl (note the convenient fill line), grounds should not spill out, and the lid never comes in contact with them - the lid has no grounds stuck to it when you remove it.Clean up: I had no idea there were some grinders that didn't come apart for cleaning. (I see this product is currently unavailable but hopefully not permanently.).I have had this KitchenAid grinder for about 5 years now, and it still looks and works great. Wow. Not an issue with the KitchenAid.Messiness: With the Krups, the top fits inside the bowl, therefore it has been in contact with the grounds, and they end up everywhere when you remove the top. I really have no idea why the Krups is rated so highly. Then I looked up the Krups grinder on Amazon and was shocked it has the same or better rating than the KitchenAid.
It looks its age. I have had no complaints about it, but I thought it was a pretty average grinder until I had to use my mom's Krups grinder on a recent visit home. The Krups my mom has been using is one piece, and like most people I'm sure, she does not take time to clean that crazy thing often. I think most reviews have covered everything about this grinder well. As for the differences with the Krups.Evenness of grind: With the Krups, I noticed that even at a medium to fine grind, there were still large bits and the occasional whole bean. The KitchenAid comes apart for easy cleaning and stays looking good for a long time.
I've used the two, and this KitchenAid is by far the better product.
We love this grinder. We particularly appreciate the large grinding basin and the large cup into which one can easily transfer the grounds - much less mess than the standard grinder with the tiny cup. The only downside to this grinder is that it's loud - but I don't think it's any louder than your standard grinder. It's just not quiet.
Mine finally wore out. ebay, craig's list, etc. It has been a faithful and loyal friend.
I have had it a long time. I know all the tricks, e. My grinder was a gift from friends who shared our love of coffee.
I want another one, but I am having trouble finding one. I am no good with time, but I would estimate at least ten years. I grind fresh beans every morning, and when going on vacation, I grind extra and pack them with us.
g. I am sure I will find another, though it appears it has been discontinued.
Really hope the fact that this is "currently unavailable" doesn't mean KitchenAid has gotten out of the coffee grinder business. Whether it's coffee or spices or basil or even butter (yep, I've tried them all), this grinder does a dream of a job. Like I said, I hope this item is back soon, it makes a perfect present for the coffee lover on your list. I've had mine for over 5 years and it's still going strong. And once you get it. I can't imagine people having problems with this - or hurting themselves. This truly is the little coffee grinder that could - and does. Cleanup couldn't be easier - the whole thing can be cleaned.
I can't see how that would happen. It's completely safe - you'd have to be completing misusing it to hurt yourself. Every kitchen should have one. It will last forever.
Have had this now for a couple of months. Grounds the beans just right. No operational problems. Great value for the money.
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