Inexpensive Chinese Ghost Burr Grinder

#1: Post by **sweaner** » November 6th, 2019, 9:18 pm

I just received this grinder. I will use it in the office for brewed coffee, though I didn't really need it!

It is actually quite nice so far. It is small, actually quiet, and seems to produce decent grinds for brew.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3284719 ... 4c4dyZOMIu

#2: Post by **njw** » November 6th, 2019, 11:33 pm

let us know how it is! i've been heavily considering a fuji royal r220 or OE apex, but i believe user denis has had a good experience with this one, and it seems similar to the r220:

https://h5.aliexpress.com/item/32933018712.html

#3: Post by **ripvanmd** » November 7th, 2019, 1:05 am

sweaner wrote:I just received this grinder. I will use it in the office for brewed coffee, though I didn't really need it!

It is actually quite nice so far. It is small, actually quiet, and seems to produce decent grinds for brew.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3284719 ... 4c4dyZOMIu

I am happy you've had a good experience with this grinder. I did purchase the variable speed version and would NOT recommend based on poor quality and the fact that it was completely underpowered even at the max speed. I went with the Fuji from Fengjen in Taiwan (110v, 60hz model) and the quality was leagues ahead. You pay for it though, it ain't cheap.

#4: Post by **redbone** » November 7th, 2019, 4:56 am

njw wrote:let us know how it is! i've been heavily considering a fuji royal r220 or OE apex, but i believe user denis has had a good experience with this one, and it seems similar to the r220:

https://h5.aliexpress.com/item/32933018712.html

I own this model (as per link) use daily for pour over / drip and moka. Large burrs grind fast with low fines. Never had a stalling issue with light or dark roasts. Very low retention, easy to clean and disassemble. Purchased from same seller as that's my comment in feedback area.

Buying Chinese knockoff grinders

#5: Post by **Bluecold** » November 7th, 2019, 2:24 pm

Please do note that these chinese grinders don't have any safety guarding whatsoever.
I have given a few similar grinders to family (have not seen them before with the 'ghost teeth' before, and I must say I'm intrigued), but they can be dangerous to those who are conditioned that if you can stick your fingers in machinery, it's probably safe to do so. I don't know how 'corporate' your office is, but something to keep in mind.

#6: Post by **neohk** » November 7th, 2019, 2:37 pm

Wouldn't use products made in China even if it was free lol

#7: Post by **redbone** » November 7th, 2019, 2:46 pm

Bluecold wrote:Please do note that these chinese grinders don't have any safety guarding whatsoever.
I have given a few similar grinders to family (have not seen them before with the 'ghost teeth' before, and I must say I'm intrigued), but they can be dangerous to those who are conditioned that if you can stick your fingers in machinery, it's probably safe to do so. I don't know how 'corporate' your office is, but something to keep in mind.

Bean hopper / funnel does incorporate a diverter both preventing fingers from accessing auger directly and aide with popcorning. Chute also incorporates a closing slider. Grinder is fused.

#8: Post by **iBrew** » November 7th, 2019, 3:18 pm

neohk wrote:Wouldn't use products made in China even if it was free lol

Almost everything is made in China, I also prefer my products not to be made there and willing to pay more for that but I certainly wouldn't isolate myself from China made products.

#9: Post by **iBrew** » November 7th, 2019, 3:21 pm

I would love to see how these grinders do against the OE Apex and/or the Fuji Royal R-220.

November 7th, 2019, 7:27 pm

i would certainly be interested in this as well