--- product_id: 1560344 title: "Bodum Bistro Electric Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, Preset Timer, 12 Grind Settings, Black" brand: "bodum" price: "R4508" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1560344-bodum-bistro-electric-conical-burr-coffee-grinder-preset-timer-12 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # Static-free borosilicate glass catcher Preset timer for precision 14+ grind settings Bodum Bistro Electric Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, Preset Timer, 12 Grind Settings, Black **Brand:** bodum **Price:** R4508 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ☕ Elevate your morning ritual with precision and style! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Bodum Bistro Electric Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, Preset Timer, 12 Grind Settings, Black by bodum - **How much does it cost?** R4508 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1560344-bodum-bistro-electric-conical-burr-coffee-grinder-preset-timer-12) ## Best For - bodum enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted bodum brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Time-Savvy Brewing:** Preset timer and quick grind button deliver exact coffee amounts, no waste - • **Freshness Locked In:** Static-free borosilicate glass catcher with lid keeps grounds fresh and mess-free - • **Sleek & Durable Design:** Compact, non-slip base with friction clutch for steady, stylish countertop presence - • **Trusted Quality Assurance:** Backed by a 2-year manufacturer warranty for peace of mind - • **Precision Grinding Mastery:** 14+ adjustable burr settings from coarse to fine for every brew style ## Overview The Bistro Electric Conical Burr Coffee Grinder features over 14 grind settings powered by stainless steel conical burrs to preserve coffee flavor and aroma. Its borosilicate glass catcher reduces static cling and keeps grounds fresh, while the preset timer ensures precise grinding amounts. Designed with a compact, non-slip base and backed by a 2-year warranty, it’s the perfect upgrade for coffee aficionados seeking consistent, customizable brews. ## Description The BISTRO Electric Burr Grinder crushes the coffee beans between conical burrs rather than chopping them, preventing the coffee from losing its characteristic taste and aroma. By twisting the upper bean container, the variable grind settings can be adjusted from a coarse French press setting all the way down to a fine ground for espresso, depending on the brewing method or personal taste. The BISTRO Electric Burr Grinder comes with an attractive, static-free borosilicate glass PRESSO container that conveniently sits within the base of the unit to collect ground coffee during use and also features a non-slip silicone band for secure handling.The BISTRO Electric Burr Grinder is made from borosilicate glass, steel, plastic, rubber and silicone. ## Features - COFFEE GRINDER: BISTRO Burr coffee grinders crush whole coffee beans between stainless steel conical burrs to preserve bean's flavor and aroma while maintaining a consistent grind - ADJUSTABLE SETTINGS: The burr grinder has over 14 settings from coarse to fine, allowing you to go from Espresso to French Press with ease; proven as the best way to grind coffee - COFFEE CATCHER: Borosilicate glass container reduces the static cling of coffee grounds, while the lid keeps beans fresh - PRE-SET TIMER: Timed grinding feature and quick grind button let you set the exact amount of time you need to grind the proper amount of coffee, keeping beans fresh and preventing waste - DURABLE DESIGN: Colorful, compact design equipped with a friction clutch to prevent slipping; pairs perfectly with e-Bodum's BISTRO collection of kettles and coffee makers - WARRANTY: 2 year manufacturer warranty ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B0043095WW | | Best Sellers Rank | #98,202 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen) #33 in Burr Coffee Grinders | | Brand Name | Bodum | | Capacity | 7.75 ounces | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars (8,382) 3.7 out of 5 stars | | Included Components | Electric Coffee Grinder | | Item Dimensions L X W X H | 7.6"L x 7.1"W x 12.5"H | | Item Type Name | Burr Coffee Grinder | | Item Weight | 7.75 ounces | | Manufacturer | BISTRO | | Manufacturer Part Number | 10903-01US | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | 2 year warranty | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Number | 10903-01US-3 | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Power Source | AC adapter | | Recommended Uses For Product | Milling | | Style Name | Premium Burr Grinder | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Upc | 699965310110 699965392154 699965049287 | | Voltage | 120 volts | | Wattage | 160 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Bodum - **Color:** Black - **Item Weight:** 7.75 ounces - **Material:** Plastic - **Style:** Premium Burr Grinder ## Images ![Bodum Bistro Electric Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, Preset Timer, 12 Grind Settings, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61eTrojbT0L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Had anyone compared this to the Capresso Infinity? Which one do you prefer?** A: I use this for French Press along with the Bodum Columbia 8 cup pot. I do NOT store beans in the large, clear plastic hopper. Each time I make French Press, I measure (my preference) 51 grams of beans for one pot, using the Bodum setting for French Press. I set it for 15 seconds and it grinds the 51 grams of beans in exactly 12 seconds. The extra 3 seconds allows the grinder to clear. For what its worth, when grinding 53 grams, it takes the full 15. I prefer the Bodum glass container vs plastic Capresso, the glass is definitely less static and looks better than plastic after cleaning. I prefer the coarse grind of the Bodum, for me, it is more consistent. Overall, if using for drip coffee, I prefer the Capresso medium grind - but not by much. Bodum has a shut off feature should there be anything other than a coffee bean that gets into the grinder. Capresso grinder does not have this feature and is problematic should that happen. For oilier beans, neither is great and it is a must for both of these to be cleaned each time after a grinding of oily beans! I actually prefer the Bodum matte plastic body over the Capresso shiny plastic, and don't feel the heavy Capresso zinc model adds any significant value for the upcharge. **Q: If I break the glass receiver can I replace it?** A: The replacement part from Bodum is https://www.bodum.com/us/en/01-10903-01-32-component but it has been out of stock for 3 months. I emailed Bodum to complain because NOTHING takes three months to manufacturer. They said it will be in stock in June. To reply to another poster there IS NO LIST you can get on. Bodums solution? Check their web site daily and hope that "out of stock" changes to "in stock" and the hundreds of other people doing the same don't turn "in stock" back to "out of stock" before you know it. What a CRAPPY company to do business with. **Q: My grinder stopped grinding this morning shook cleaned out no luck?** A: From reading reviews on grinders, it seems they all have problems. I've owned Capresso grinders, if they fail within the one year, Capresso will repair or replace. When Capresso failed after the year, there was a fee to return and get refurb. I have not yet had this grinder long enough to encounter a problem. I just felt it was time to try a different brand. I was hesitant to purchase the more expensive Baratza Encore, because as much as it gets some rave reviews, it also has reviews that report the same problems. This unit will stop if a stone is in the beans. I measure my 51 grams for each use, and only put that many in the hopper at one time. I also look at them to check for any stones, and I purchase a quality bean, but I still check each time. I also clean it once a week, I think that is important. I don't try to grind more than the suggested amount noted in the instructions which clearly identifies it shuts down. Good luck everyone...these grinders all seem to be problematic in the end. **Q: Does it have a setting for how many cups to grind?** A: On the lid is a diagram showing general conversions for seconds & cups depending on what grind you want. We grind with the setting just right of the middle and for one 20 second grind and one 5 second grind for 12 cups. Note, empty it after the first 20 second grind or the grind cup may overflow. You'll need to experiment with amount of coffee ground and grind setting for your taste. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome upgrade over blade grinder *by on Reviewed in the United States May 27, 2011* I'd been using the same blade grinder for years and had never really been happy with the results. Coffee was always inconsistent and unless the planets were aligned, usually tasted like bleh. So I got used to going to Starbucks every morning for my brew.I finally decided to take the plunge on a burr grinder, and after reading the reviews and narrowing it down to a couple of units, I chose the Bodum burr grinder. And talk about a jump in performance, going from a $20 blade grinder to the Bodum grinder is like going from a Ford Festiva to a BMW.Here's what I like:- The convenience of the sealed container on top for the beans. I can dump most of a 1 pound bag of beans in there and not have to scoop them into the grinder every time I want to brew coffee like I did with the blade grinder.-There's no real mess. With the blade grinder, it was impossible to put beans in the container, grind, take off the lid, dump grinds into a container, then repeat 4 or 5 times, without spilling grinds everywhere. With the Bodum burr grinder, there is hardly any mess. I might notice some after a week of use, but it's pretty small. The beans are in a sealed container, and whenever I want to brew coffee, I just push the button and coffee grinds right into the glass container. The container lid effectively holds the grinds until I'm ready to pour them into the coffee pot.- It's simple. You've got 2 adjustments you can make: the grind size and the timer. Once you get a few pots brewed you'll figure out pretty quickly what settings work for you. And the settings are mechanical (not electrical) so even if you unplug the machine, the settings will remain where they are so you dont have to change them. Ever. (unless you want to)- And most importantly: Taste. So I didnt think a burr grinder would make THAT big a difference in the way coffee tasted, which is why I put off getting one for so long. But man, it makes a world of difference. Coffee just tastes much noticeably better. There's no real other way of saying it. I can even downgrade to cheaper beans now because they taste good too.The one negative that you'll read about in a lot of people's comments is the 5 minute wait time the instructions tell you to give before grinding a 2nd helping of beans. With only a 20 second grinding timer, I can see why this would upset people. 20 seconds, in my opinion, is not long enough to grind enough beans to brew a full pot of strong coffee. And nobody wants to grind for 20 seconds, wait 5 minutes, then grind again. That totally destroys the convenience of the product. However, this is not a problem for me, as I am the only coffee drinker in the household. I have yet to need to go anywhere near the 20 second time limit, so this is not an issue for me.There are several reviews that offer advice on dealing with this issue though, my favorite being "just brew a half pot at a time." It's still not perfectly convenient, but if I need a full pot, that's what I'll do. That said, if you constantly brew full pots of coffee, then this grinder might not be for you.So that's it. If you can deal with the 5 minute wait in between grinds, then this grinder is for you. I have nothing bad to say about it at all.Two caveats:(1) I don't own an espresso machine, so I can't comment on the espresso grinding ability of the grinder (I only grind for brewed coffee). From most reviews though, it seems to do espresso grind pretty good.(2)The only other grinder I've ever owned was that $20 blade grinder, so I have nothing else to compare the Bodum to. Keep that in mind. While I might consider this a $50,000 BMW, I'm sure other reviewers on here have owned the 6-figure "lamborghinis", "bugattis", and "Bentleys" of the bean grinder world. It's all relative. ### ⭐ Buyer beware: great grinder BUT can't replace fragile/cheap components, not anti-static *by on Reviewed in the United States June 30, 2024* I have used Bodum products and been happy with them for years, but this one has let me down. I was a little disappointed in it for a very small reason but could live with it. What has made me turn away from this product is that Bodum's customer support has been unresponsive when I needed them, and I've had to replace this perfectly good $100 grinder for a ridiculous reason.I bought the Bodum grinder about 15 months ago to replace my old Cuisinart DBM-8P1, which was a gift from my in-laws. The motor on the Cuisinart gave out after about four years, and I wanted to upgrade to a Bodum model, because Bodum makes quality products and I love my coffee! The grinder itself works great. It gives a perfectly calibrated and consistent grind across all levels, from espresso file to French Press course. All the issues I've had with this grinder involve the grind cup (the glass "beaker" that catches grounds coming out of the burr heads). The grind cup is ABSOLUTELY NOT anti-static as advertised. My grind method is to grind about 2-3 days worth of beans at a time, then store them in an airtight container. The first cup full of grinds would have a small amount of static, the second had a little more, but by the third there would be a mess of wasted coffee all over the counter. The only remedy for this I found was to let the coffee grounds rest in the cup at least 5 minutes before pouring them out. Grinding enough coffee for my airtight container ended up a couple of hours as I would do other tasks while waiting for the static to dissipate. This was a hassle, but I could live with it. The nail-in-the-coffin for this grinder was when, after 15 months of use, the cup broke in the sink as I was cleaning it the other day. No cuts, no blood, no harm; no foul, but now I needed a new cup. Based on the price of French Press replacement carafes, I expected a cup for this grinder should cost approximately $10. Searching Amazon, however, I was unable to find a replacement cup. I went to the Bodum website; no orderable replacement was listed there, either. Searching the internet at-large: still no replacement to be found. I reached out to Bodum's customer support via email asking for assistance. I immediately received a "we have your request and will respond" automated message, but after a week this is the only response I've received. I just ordered another Cuisinart grinder; the same DBM-8P1 model as I had before, for about $60. Sorry Bodum: I can't buy another $100 grinder to replace a $10 glass cup. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Save you hours of research - this is the one - read on *by on Reviewed in the United States April 6, 2011* I have researched these things for hours before deciding to buy this unit. Here are my findings:There are three units that were in the running (ordered by price):a. Bodum Bistro Electric Burr Coffee Grinder (the unit on this page and the one I ultimately bought and am very happy with) - $89.99b. Breville BCG800XL Smart Grinder - $199.99c. Rancilio ROCKY Rancilio Burr Grinder with Doser - $359.99Now, if price is not an issue, by all means go with the Breville BCG800XL (really can't go wrong with that one). Also, notice that all of these are burr grinders (blade grinders are NOT the way to go) and all are excellent machines; all other machines researched under $400 have serious drawbacks - trust me - I've done the research.Okay, now let's take a look at each one.--- a. Bodum Bistro Electric Burr Coffee Grinder, Black - this is an excellent unit all around and the one I bought:-- Grind:Very consistent and perfect size for drip on drip setting; I have tried this with a drip coffee maker and it is excellent. Some say that it can't quite match the best machines out there for a cappuccino grind (i.e. very very very fine for very very picky machines) but I do not have a cappuccino machine and so this does not really concern me all that much.-- Mess:Awesome, no mess at all. The glass catcher reduces the static on the grinds so that they do not jump (no idea how some complain about mess); no mess here.After catcher is removed, no excess coffee spills out.-- Noise:Not very loud at all; I thought it would be louder. Two scaredy cats in my house and both did not even wake up (same room as the appliance).-- Cleanup:Super easy; just rinse the catcher and you are done.-- Features:Timer -> 5-20 second; set it once, and it stays from grind to grind. 10 seconds was perfect for my mug (4 cups).-- Build Quality:Excellent all around with a glass catcher and plastic hopper. The burrs are very well machined.-- Looks/Size:The machine is on the small size but very good looking (I have a black one).-- Cons:Motor "should" (at least that is what the manual recommends) rest for 5 minutes before every 20 second grind. Really, for me, this is not an issue as 20 seconds produces about 6-8 cups of medium strength coffee.Bean hopper is not tinted so leaving beans in it (especially in the light) may not be a great idea but you should not leave beans in the hopper in any case as suggested by all of the other machine's manuals.Some claim that very very fine cappuccino grinds are not acceptable for very picky cappuccino machines; go figure.Adjusting the grind size can only be done with the motor running (or so claims the manual). Not a big deal for me since I do not plan to adjust it ... well ... ever after the initial setting (doesn't have to have beans in it but just running motor while adjusting).--- b. Breville BCG800XL Smart Grinder - if money is not an issue, why not - I could find really nothing wrong with it except the price.-- Grind:From doing much research, this thing really gets it right for anything you want; even the pickiest cappuccino machines like this thing. French press is also no problem.-- Mess:No mess; static is eliminated by their special technology that slows the coffee grinds before they get to the catcher.-- Noise:Very quite.-- Cleanup:Cannot comment on cleanup but people have said that it is not a problem.-- Features:Built in doser - very nice; will auto grind correct amount based on your cup and strength setting.Nice LCD screen.Bean hopper is tinted.-- Build Quality:Customers claim that it is very solid and well built.-- Looks/Size:Looks very nice.-- Cons:Price.--- c. Rancilio ROCKY Rancilio Burr Grinder with Doser - if you want the best, this is it for a reasonable price (reasonable to some, all depends).Specs:I am not going to go into detail about this one but needless to say that those very serious about their cappuccino grind, etc. and for whom money is no issue should probably get this machine. Frankly, for this much money, I see no reason.Conclusion:- The Bodum Bistro Electric Burr Coffee Grinder is an excellent all around machine with very minor (at least to me) drawbacks and if one is to consider the price/performance ratio, simply cannot be beat. 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