1 year Later Review of 1Zpresso Jx & Jx Pro: The Best Manual Grinder for the money?

[@coffeechronicler]

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[@serjherman]

You saved me from purchasing Comandante. Words cannot describe how grateful I am. Very solid reviews and insights. Subbed.

[@SSchithFoo]

I saw a video of commadante burr wobbling. Also read some comments where it was peeling metal off into coffee. I expect nothing but perfection if I pay like 300 for a manual grinder.

[@biscuit4259]

@@SSchithFoo might have been a copy and not a genuine commendante

[@ninetendopesaitama2107]

@Mike Edwards you can buy a hand grinder more expensive. You have been raised in communism? Just interested. ;)

[@markbrown5149]

I just purchased the X pro. I wish you would review it!

[@EpiDot52]

I'm positive if you continue to put out content like this, you will grow. Very informative, informed, and seemingly impartial. I will say that it may be paced a bit slow. It may pay to omit words judiciously.

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks, Cliff! Still learning to present better :)

[@robertporter2746]

Plus, Asser's voice is well suited to videos and podcasts. I could listen for hours!

[@cynthiaharrington9886]

I love the pace and that he can write and doesn't use software. Many prosumers give me the creeps with their writing algorithms.

[@cynthiaharrington9886]

@@coffeechronicler You're unique. Keep that. It's working. Also, your English is impeccable.

[@krausternet]

I respectfully disagree. I find videos that have a lot of jump cuts in them disturbing. I like the pace of this review. But I know that is not the modern way of presenting.

[@tidalkingv]

I have a JX Pro. Super happy. The grind is consistent and fairly effortless. The adjustment is what I like the most, switching between espresso to pour-over is simple.

[@slalomie]

I bought the regular JX thanks to the help of your review. I’ve had it for a bit over a year now and really enjoy using it. It was a huge step up in speed and grind quality vs my old Hario Skerton. My only complaints are having to brush the fines that stick to the threads and catch cup after every use and the rubber grip sleeve that’s loosened and annoyingly slips when grinding. I’ve read other ppl have problems with the rubber sleeve as well.

[@tomhalstead8935]

This is without question the best, most thoughtful, most informative review video about anything I’ve ever seen. There’s definitely a JX in my future, the Pro doesn’t add anything I need, and any doubts I might have had about either have been thoroughly addressed. My Aeropress and I thank you!

[@georgemccormack3279]

For the past couple of months I've been using the Jx Pro with my La Pavoni Europiccola - an excellent combination! Precise calibration and grinding is really easy with the Jx Pro - it's just great!

[@coffeechronicler]

That's a sexy combo!

[@sytrash]

I have not even finish the video and it is already one of the best. The real time illustration for time critical elements are so refreshing. No sure why so many reviews fast forward it.

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks, that's great to hear!

[@yutinglin1987]

Glad to know that people know it's pronounced "ee-Z presso" but not "one Z presso", as 1 is pronounced "ee" in Mandarin lol.

[@leontruong2001]

Good to know this fact. I did not think out this :)

[@baselsalam]

I just learnt this!

[@daviduuwastaken]

As a Canadian with no idea how to pronounce it, I was saying "one zed." Glad I know now hahaha

[@Jacob011]

Overall, not very creative title. Soulless as it is modern. But the grinder is great - I own jx pro

[@user-og4do5st3o]

3ב,דשב,

[@tex24]

Great follow-up review. Where was I 2 years ago. Be that as it may, I'm slowly coming around and you've sold me on the JX. 1Zpresso, I hope you give this Dane some credit!

[@adow7382]

Used the JX for the first time today.... finally I made a good cup of coffee. Taking notes on grind size, coffee amount, brew time etc. to really nail down the best cup. Thanks for this video, I learned a few things.

[@jaytaylor9232]

Life hack - I've used a vacuum cleaner with hose attachment to clean out my JX Pro, it just sucks out most of the fines. Also, calibrating back to zero is do-able but a minor pain, the manual supplied with the JX Pro explains the procedure so no having to 'ignore the numbers'.

[@djlinux64]

This is a great suggestion. Fewer disassemblies means fewer problems long term and its more likely the device will stay cleaner the easier the cleaning procedure is.

[@mark-qi6di]

Thank you so much. There is something sincere about this video.

[@arthurzetes]

I saw your blog post, searched for the review of this handmill, and started watching this before realizing that you did both! awesome work!

[@jwadleigh1]

Decided to start looking for a great manual grinder for the purposes of using it for pour over, but at the same time have it do espresso if I want to play around... found the JX-PRO from online searching and then hit your video. I have to say, thank you so much for such a great review that was not just your normal fluff video but rather some really great insight on the things that matter. I'm going to buy the JX-PRO now for sure after your review! I subscribed too fyi... ha! cheers

[@dsmpampis]

i have the E-Pro from 1Zpresso the last 2 years and I was about to buy the JE-Plus because the E-Pro hasn't has many fine adjustments for espresso but I order a Niche Zero. To be honest for me 1Zpresso is one of the best brand for hand grinders!

[@LastAphelion]

Hey I am in the exact same boat, was about to buy the JX Pro and I am considering buying the Niche Zero when it becomes available. Can you tell me how you liked it and if you'd have considered anything else instead?

[@rodrigodepazos3771]

I have a 1Zpresso Jx Pro and its realy life changing jaja, make my dial so much easier and efficient. Thanks for your recomendation.

[@ende421]

Just tried my new JX. 19g medium roast for espresso takes just about 30 secs to grind. Amazing! The build quality is as good as it gets. Paid 115€ on AE. Well worth the money.

[@squintygreeneyes]

one of the best reviews i have found. very well done

[@thefatiguedpalate]

I agree with what you said about the Comandante being circulated as the go-to TOTL handgrinder!

[@g0dman1]

Came here after reading the blog comparisson. The video gave me the last details I needed. I Love the open minded approach. Appreciate your work.

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks for the kind words, really appreciate it 😊

[@Naokarma]

The comparison of coffee grinders to mobile phones is unexpected, but shockingly valid.

[@duthegee]

Wow, that bearing is amazing! My first hand grinder takes almost 3-5 minutes to grind 15g of coffee and knew I had to upgrade it before I get fired at work for grinding coffee.

[@eugenekim571]

Appreciate your review - organized, balanced, informative. Very helpful!

[@leontruong2001]

Not sure why don't you have more subscribers for the channel :). Thank you for the detailed review on the Jx.

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks for the kind words :)

[@emilmaier2953]

This machine is extremely easy to use and makes great cappuccino!

[@ivogoei915]

I really appreciate all your elaborated detailed reviews! You really get to essential factors and it's very insightful!! I bought the JX based on your review a year ago and don't regret it at all!

[@edinayee]

I used to own 1zpresso E-pro, What I liked about it was the build quality, It was all metal body. The negative was it could only hold too much coffee due to its slim figure. Also, disassembling the grinder was a lil bit work compared to my comandante. But, I agree that 1Zpresso offers best value for money in high-end manual grinder market.

[@coffeechronicler]

Agree. Also think E was too slim and top heavy. They had some good ideas with the E series, but then on Jx Pro and K Plus they have refined these ideas and made them more usable.

[@Java_CM]

I think im gonna go for the pro even though I mainly do pour over. Adjustment on the top is nice and also the pro has a higher bean capacity which is something I really want because with my current grinder I usually have to grind twice. Thanks!

[@ramblinman5350]

I own a Java Press Burr Grinder. A 28 gram grind for Moka pot is around 4 minutes depending on bean. I will be up grading to the JX Pro now that I have seen this video. Thank You.

[@mohdnizar6342]

Detailed and insightful 👍🏽.. Thank you.

[@onipise]

Thank you Asser! Thanks to your thorough and professional opinion, I have been using a JX for almost a year now,. I mainly use it at home with my daily -Aeropress companion but also for pour-over. I also have a Timemore Nano that I carry around with my Aeropress Go and the rest of my coffee travel kit. I have no complaints about the Nano, but the grinding process feels better with the JX. The Q2 was an alternative, but the size of the Nano kind of led me to buy it, although not without some regret/curiosity for the Q2.

[@T0myTune]

VERY good review with very nice points. I learned a lot. You have good, interesting and real world perspectives. Very useful, Thank You!

[@robertporter2746]

Excellent and pretty much what I was hoping for. The tip about the need for less deep cleaning was very helpful- that will speed me up as I was taking mine completely apart each day. No more and now I understand why. Yes, I am disappointed that you could not get specific about dial in spots for pour over - but now I also understand why. Not surprising, especially when considering I likely prefer my coffee a bit different from you. But I do appreciate the tip of dialing back 6 clicks to tighten it back up. I was going forward another 6 clicks. I'll try your approach and let you know what I think. Again, great video and I can't thank you enough for making me aware of this grinder. I'm 10 months in and still love this grinder. Great product!

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks Robert! Sounds like you might have been a bit on the coarser side before. Which of course can also work if you're Tetu Kasuya :) Hope the coffee will still taste good with less cleaning!

[@robertporter2746]

@@coffeechronicler that's funny!! First I had to look up who that is - impressive barista! But 5 separate pours? I'd never have that kind of patience- I'll stick with your finer grind approach!! Not to mention that 5 separate pours would give my wife plenty of opportunities poke fun at my nerdness. She might begin to question my sanity!! I'll leave that method to Tetsu the Great!!

[@coffeechronicler]

@@robertporter2746 Haha, you should try it when she's not looking. It produces some excellent cups!

[@elmtube1]

For the biggest reason to go for comandante over jx pro is ease of disassembling/cleaning and that calibration is always maintained.

[@talzano]

Thank you so much for your knowledge, review, time and effort, i am now more confident to get the one I want to …🎉😊

[@amandac3658]

Funny how I kept calling it “one zpresso” and didn’t know it was called easypresso lol. Anw I’ve had my JX Pro for about a month, my first grinder so I have no frame of reference but it’s working well! Paired with my Cafelat Robot the learning curve was quite short for me to begin getting very yummy shots! But hand grinding for espresso everyday is a real workout altho it takes only a bit more than 1 minute for me... and this thing is heavy. I also wish there was a way to easily calibrate the zero point.

[@robertporter2746]

I also called it one zpresso. Now I know!

[@coffeechronicler]

Haha, yeah I don't think 1 minute is bad, but the problem is when you change beans and the first shot is too fast or slow and you have to do another one right away. But at least you can save money on a gym membershio then :)

[@kakaisthecat]

Lol I used to call it one zpresso too! And thought what a weird name! After I realize it’s a Taiwanese company, now 1zpresso totally make sense! 1 in Chinese is pronounced “E”

[@amandac3658]

@@kakaisthecat Omg I'm ashamed I'm Chinese....

[@kakaisthecat]

Amanda C me too! :)

[@j0hnnykn0xv1lle]

I see they have a Q2 grinder which is down around $100 USD, would be interesting to see how it compares. I will probably still go with one of these. They look good.

[@jime9305]

Thanks for review....one of the few for these great devices. Subscribed, and looking forward to more great video from you. Peace

[@geckogekko]

I wish I was able to get my hands on the JX back when they have black and the ball for handle. The new version is not as pretty. Thanks for your detailed review.

[@TheSlamDancer]

Great stuff as always! Got a Comandante and a Q2, been playing with them side by side for a little while now - and I like the Q2. It’s great for travel also. Still feel the Comandante is leading in the build quality department and it produces less fines - my subjective meaning only. One thing I feel could be better on the Q2 is the threads, they seem so easy to break, so I’m very light handed with it - would like the beefier threads like the Comandante.

[@coffeechronicler]

I would also suspect that the Comandante is better for daily use compared to Q2. But probably they have each their pros and cons? I'd estimate the bearings and overall engineering to be better on any (or most) of the 1z grinders, while UX aspects, details and material choice is generally better on the Comandante.

[@Muhamedhatem-]

Is the Q2 good enough for pour over in the daily uses ? Or I should buy the jx pro ?

[@TheSlamDancer]

Go for the Pro! Q2 is great for travel and so on, but get a larger one for daily use!😎

[@daisukevideo]

There are various coffee grinders! I also use a coffee grinder to enjoy morning coffee every day. The video was very interesting. Also, I will come to play ♬ with love from Japan :)

[@carsodad4141]

Have just received my JZ Pro and love it!

[@thefatiguedpalate]

Great video! I would really like for them to bring back the black JX...If you could compare the grind quality between Kinu and 1zpresso, that would be great!

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks! I'd like to get my hands on one of those Kinus soon :)

[@yavornenov3217]

Great video! Found the comparison with the Uniform very insightful. Thanks.

[@anthonytomlinson3311]

It would be really great if you could also provide a review of the JE Plus grinder from 1zpresso and compare it to the JX Pro. Thanks for your excellent review. I also love your website, it's very informative.

[@TheCoffeeField]

I second that. JE plus vs JX Pro is what a lot of people are trying to compare.

[@danicachanlee]

Thanks for your review. I got a JX Pro and happy about it.

[@AnatolBogun]

Thanks for the video, this is a really good channel with lots of attention to detail, I'm glad I found it. I've had a JE-Plus for the last year and a half which (initially) I primarily bought for my Cafelat Robot manual espresso maker. My old grinder was not capable to grind espresso size. The JE-Plus has been a great choice for that, the tiny steps you can adjust to are very helpful to dial in a perfect shot. I haven't noticed any deterioration, it grinds away as on the first day, and I've used it 3-5 times daily for the past 18 months, I'm still on the same "base grind setting" which only varies a bit for some beans/blends or sometimes I grind one click finer when the coffee is a good week to 10 days after the roast when the extraction seems to get a hint faster. I've been a coffee noob then and espresso being quite unforgiving for the smallest mistakes has been a steep learning curve, but I've made very noticeable improvements. I've since also become more interested in pour-overs which right now I'm also grinding with the JE-Plus with good results (I'm still a pour-over beginner), but I am tempted to get a second grinder for this purpose. I'd absolutely choose 1Zpresso again. Maybe the JX Pro, but I quite like the JE-Plus magnetic receiver, I wonder if the (magnetic) K-Plus is a good pour-over choice, but it's also quite a bit more pricey.

[@coffeechronicler]

Secret tip, 1Zpresso Q2 Heptagonal! Cheap and excellent for pour over. Can only be bought on Aliexpress, though. I'll make a review of it soon.

[@AnatolBogun]

​@@coffeechronicler thanks for the tip. I couldn't find the heptagonal one though, it seems to be a limited edition and all sold out, even on Aliexpress. With all the Black Friday/Cyber Monday deals out, I now decided on the regular JX just for pour-overs (for more than 30% off), keeping my JE-Plus my dedicated espresso grinder where it really excelled so far, especially with the magnetic receiver with blind shaker which fits perfectly onto the Robot portafilter. Actually, the main reason to pass on the Q series for me is the capacity which seems to be primarily for one cup, but I often use ~30g which at least on paper seems to be over the Q2's capacity. Anyway, thanks again, your channel is really informative and interesting, I already learned a lot.

[@markbrown5149]

Please review the 1Zpresso X Pro

[@JPC326]

Thanks for the review I was looking to upgrade my Timemore Nano. Now I can't decide between the 1Zpresso. JX VS JE VS Kplus

[@jlr2148]

Great video. Bought a JX Pro due to your review. Hope you got the referral.

[@piotrzuchowski6884]

Wow, what a great channel I found! I'm looking for a grinder for my cafflano kompresso, that I also bought because of your blog - what a great purchase it was! Do you consider making a review of cafflano krinder grinder? it looks very promising, I would be very interesting in listening to your opinion on it. Great job, thanks!

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks for the kind words, Piotr. I'm curious about Cafflano's grinder as well. Maybe I'll review it in the future. For the Kompresso, you'd be well served with the Jx Pro.

[@piotrzuchowski6884]

@@coffeechronicler I'm sure I will, but it's twice as expensive as Krinder... Now I own cheap delonghi kg89, and I've seen many mods, that try to make grounded coffee finer. Do you have an opinion on it?

[@coffeechronicler]

@@piotrzuchowski6884 The Kompresso benefits from a really fine grind, so think you'd see a good ROI from a better grinder

[@jcheong89]

Thanks for showing the grinding & timing for espresso! Its hard and not something I wanna do everyday :D

[@bowieknife]

Looking forward to your K Pro / K Plus review. I have small hands and I'm looking into the K Pro!

[@coffeechronicler]

Yes, it's a bit slimmer and easier to hold

[@bowieknife]

@@coffeechronicler that's good to know. The only reason for me not going for the "gold standard" C40 is due to the girth mismatch for my hands...

[@worldrecipeoflife3806]

please compare kinu simplicity vs 1zpresso K-plus. (same price point) Cheers!

[@coffeechronicler]

A Kinu comparison is in the works, but they are hard to come by at the moment

[@bowieknife]

Also interested!

[@HaveAGoodHeart]

as i always prefer to read, i usually go to your articles instead.. but those ads that load when i am reading somewhere near them really make it difficult to read, all of a sudden it just jump to somewhere so far away.

[@zdawgdawgdawg9204]

Would like to see a comparison between the JX-Pro and the JE-Plus

[@welovetruckers5863]

I enjoy your reviews, and have come to value your opinion. I just ordered the standard JX through your link, but deleted "www" and replaced it with "smile". I've read this allows for both affiliate commission and the smile donation. Let me know if you can. Also, thanks for not wearing a backwards baseball cap. :)

[@eknambajaj5728]

Your videos on pourover coffee have been really informative!! Is the Jx suitable for aeropress grind size? Or do you recommend the jx pro for finer adjustments. I have been looking for a grinder for pourover only but will be purchasing an aeropress soon.

[@jilliemcnilly2037]

Love your videos! Subscribed! This is helping me narrow down which specialty grinder to get. Saving a bit more to get the jx pro soon. But while waiting and researching, I came across grinders from KinGrinder. Have you ever tried the KinGrinder K2? They're also a Taiwanese brand. Would love to get your thoughts on it compared to the 1Zpresso grinders. Happy brewing!

[@frnchfrs]

Just ordered a pro based on your video ... eagerly waiting for the DHL truck!

[@KreGgiants]

Great video. I just got a JE (basic). I don't do espresso, mainly moka or V60, but that's what I got. I still have to find the right settings for the pour over, it's taking too long to go through and the coffee is very watery on the v60

[@coffeechronicler]

Hi Gustavo, haven't tried JE but it's probably making some more fines compared to JX. Maybe you will have to go coarser.

[@martinenricocruz5369]

Thanks for this great and informative video! Definitely going to subscribe

[@mightymightyironhead]

Excellent video. Very informative and honest. I am actually a dealer for 1Zpresso in Malaysia and i say a lot of the same things to my customers every time they ask me about the difference between the 1Zpresso grinders and the Comandante grinder. I have also just been asked what is better, the JX-Pro and the Kinu 47 Classic. The Kinu 47 is twice the price of the JX-Pro, but they still want to compare the two.

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks for the kind words. Love Malaysian coffee culture 🙂

[@mightymightyironhead]

@@coffeechronicler thank you for your reply. Actually i am from the UK, but i live and have a coffee roasting business here in Malaysia, Yes the coffee culture is very interesting here. There is quite a long tradition of kopitiam, the small cafe or food stands, these are really popular with the older generation and they sell some traditional Chinese or local foods along with Kopi O style coffee. This kind of coffee is usually very low quality Robusta beans, burned in either a Wok or a metal drum over an open fire, with a ton of margarine and sugar added to the roast, its not my favorite brew haha. A lot of younger people now prefer the taste of imported beans and there is a lot more proper coffee shops opening all the time. Also a lot of people are into drinking espresso and pour over at home, so there is a lot of people here that are really into good quality coffee products. Like i said earlier, along side my coffee roasting business, i also sell other coffee related products. One of these products is the 1Zpresso grinders and these grinders are very popular here. Its quite difficult to get accurate user information about these products, ok i can ask my 1Zpresso agent for information, but actual user information is 100% better. Thats why i really like your video, you have been using this product long enough to know what you are talking about and you make some excellent points about the comparison between the Comandante and the 1Zpresso grinder, i get asked that question all the time and based on what my customers say to me, they also seem to think that the Comandante is the "go to grinder", dont get me wrong, the Comandante is an excellent grinder, but i honestly think that the JX-Pro is just as good and half the price. I hope that you dont mind me sharing you video with my customers here, i am sure that there is a lot they can learn from your video.

[@syakirothman3240]

I want to buy jx, by the way im from malaysia?how can i contact you meta coffee?

[@mightymightyironhead]

@@syakirothman3240 Hi sorry for the late reply. If you want to contact me, you can drop me a message on my facebook page: facebook.com/1zpressometacoffee I also have a Shopee shop and a Lazada shop that i sell the 1Zpresso grinders through. shopee.com.my/metacoffee www.lazada.com.my/shop/meta-coffee

[@missmataleo]

Im from malaysia too. So jx pro good for espresso? I want to buy it as my first grinder and dont want to feel regret after buy it later. Btw u should join "Peminat Kopi" group in facebook 😁

[@illustratedWORD]

For the past 2 yrs I've been adding 1-2 droplets of water from a small eye dropper into the beans to get rid of static build-up in grind (1Zpresso Pro, 2018 model). I haven't seen signs of rust when cleaning burs but do you think this could have an adverse effect over time? Thanks for the informative and practical reviews over the years.

[@susumu12]

I do this too, but have since switched to giving the beans a little spritz and not putting water directly in the grinder. But stainless steel is very rust resistant. Also, a static-prone region is a dry region, the residual water will evaporate much quicker. The drops of water in your grinder is likely less humid than the Taiwan home of 1Zpresso employees. But in case I'm wrong, I always open up the dial to an unreasonably coarse setting and let it air out before storing.

[@coffeechronicler]

Hi Tim, I think Richard's answer pretty much nails it. Coffee grounds are very hydrophilic so I don't think RDT is a problem. What I'm worried about is more people washing the parts, and then letting them dry with a bit of moisture on.The coffee oils also help to protect the burrs. I have many grinders, so usually I will put some of these silica gel sachets in the hopper and chamber if I'm not using them regularly just to be safe.

[@userwaga]

Grinding for espresso in timemore C2 is tormenting. 18g takes 3-5 minutes

[@coffeechronicler]

Yes, that's correct. It's good for other types of coffee but not really espresso.

[@userwaga]

@@coffeechronicler I'm blaming our local flair distributor for recommending c2 as a pair. 😤 Now I'm currently saving for jxpro.

[@brattingprincess]

That's exactly why I wanna upgrade from my Porlex Tall

[@biscuit4259]

Try the new e and b burr set!

[@mardigras622]

Appreciate your helpful videos. A bit off topic, but can you kindly recommend a coffee storage container or two with a 16oz storage capacity? Cheers!

[@JoeB964]

Great videos and like other have said, thank you for your coverage of the 1zpresso line. I’m wondering if you have considered making a video on grind settings you typically use on the jxpro. Like others I find the chart that comes with it suggests a grind a bit too coarse for v60 (range of 3.2 to 4.4), I’m usually in the high 2.x range. I’m sure we’d love advice from an expert!

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks Joe. I get a lot of questions about this, so will make a video in the near future about it. Your comment just gave me the final push ;)

[@JoeB964]

Glad to hear it. Love the videos and the blog.

[@Patspwnage]

17:44 interesting calibration for the JX over the JX Pro

[@Mike-November]

hello. Very confusing in JX steel 420. Not reliable over a long distance

[@redderpom]

How do these compare to the K-plus, claimed to be well suited for both espresso and pour over coffees? Edit: just saw that your review of that is coming. Look forward to that.

[@coffeechronicler]

Yes, need a bit more testing before I'll be able to say. But K-plus is also nice.

[@RabbyAllahu]

Very useful informative review .. waiting for comparing the jx pro vs k- plus

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks, that comparison is coming pretty soon :)

[@BensCoffeeRants]

I think the K plus is supposed to be slightly better for pour over range, but I have no clue how they compare for espresso. They sound like they're both really good though.

[@westwoodmanorfilms7779]

Count me among those looking forward to you K Pro and K Plus comparison. And thanks for you channel.

[@SPEAK.LiKE.FiRE.]

After going back and forth to your reviews on your KZbin channel and website I have decided to buy the JX-PRO thru your website. Have looked to so many reviews especially on Commandante but are so expensive in the UK . Based on your review I believe that 1Zpresso Jx-Pro is better and cheaper and more sturdy and beautiful than Commandante c40 Thank you for helping me to choose wisely . Peter 💖🙏🏻

[@yoyo-xv5vo]

「あなたのコンテンツはとても感動的です」、

[@kakaisthecat]

Wow! I am impressed by the grinder! Nice video! Thank you! I am still not regretted buying Porlex grinder, because it’s cheaper (and lower quality of course). I do not travel or camp a lot, so I only use hand grinder occasionally. For the price at 119 usd, I’d rather spend 20 more dollars to get a electric grinder. If they come out with other coffee products, I would give it a shot! :)

[@brattingprincess]

The fines problem got me more interested in manual. I strictly do V60, french press or phin.

[@j.andrewr]

Brilliant review. Thank you!

[@coffeewithcarl1779]

Great review! Congrats om 1 k subs :)

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks Carl!

[@coffeewithcarl1779]

The Coffee Chronicler You are from Denmark right?

[@coffeechronicler]

@@coffeewithcarl1779 Yes

[@coffeewithcarl1779]

The Coffee Chronicler Me too!

[@coffeechronicler]

@@coffeewithcarl1779 Haha, well your English accent is a bit more spot on than mine!

[@mattlabranche4763]

Would love to see a review like this of some electric grinders you like such as the wilfa uniform

[@coffeechronicler]

I have a review post on the Wilfa Uniform on my blog, and also an article about upgrading the stock burrs to SSP that you might be interested in :)

[@bluemystic7501]

Here's the thing, once you own a Commandante you stop thinking about other grinders. So it's not that people are just repeating good reviews, it's just THAT good.

[@oharawinter]

Very helpful video. Thanks! Not super clear why one is better for espresso than the other though… 🤔

[@coffeechronicler]

Oh, maybe I forgot to mention that. It's because the adjustment mechanism on the Pro model is more granualar, so you'll be able to dial in the shot better. On Jx you can end up between two settings, so on one is too fast and the other too slow.

[@jim282771]

I love the polymer bean jars that Commandante sells separately. I don't think the Commandante's bean jars are inrechangeable with 1zpresso. Does anyone sell extra bean jars (with lids) for the JX so that you can grind directly into the extra jar and close it with a lid to store ground coffee for a day or two?

[@D4PPZ456]

What pour over setting do you guys use on your JX Pro? Assuming 1 full rotation equals 10, I generally grind at 23-26, but that ends up looking much finer than what CC seems to be using, much closer to espresso than medium. I generally enjoy 22gr/500ml brews, so perhaps he is getting to the same place by using more coffee/coarse grind vs my less coffee/finer grind.

[@coffeechronicler]

I generally use 3 full rotations on Jx Pro for pour over but I also brew at 1:16 (typically 25 g/400ml). My guess is that you'll need a a much finer grind for the recipe you mention.

[@BensCoffeeRants]

8:30 the difference is likely due to the differences between the Conical vs Flat burrs, I haven't had a chance to test and compare too much just yet, but I think the K-plus model I have tastes similar to the Niche Zero which is also conical burr and the Flat Burr Vario is just different.

[@coffeechronicler]

Yes, that's also been my experience. Btw which one do you like better for filter between K Plus and Niche?

[@BensCoffeeRants]

@@coffeechronicler I haven't had enough of a chance to really compare yet. Also it turns out I think something was wrong with my Vario and it may not have been grinding consistantly so it might not have been a fair comparison.

[@BensCoffeeRants]

@@coffeechronicler currently comparing between niche zero and 1zpresso k-plus for espresso / cappuccino my testing is still limited since just finally got my coffee decent and dialed in on both grinders for a few shots and probably inconsitant due to all the espresso variables. But it seems the k plus is very capable as an espresso grinder, compared to niche I'd say both being similar conical burr grinders the flavour profile was similar but I noticed more bitterness in straight espresso before adding sugar or milk but as a cappuccino how I usually enjoy my drinks that little extra bitterness helps with percieved coffee strength and i may actually prefer that. Once I get my baratza vario fixed up I'm more interested in comparing those since I think the 1zpresso and niche are similar.

[@Anwarboy786]

Thank you for your review! I also read your article on your website. You've answered most of the questions, and I think I'm ready to make my purchase... almost. I have one more Question! How does this grinder perform for grinding for Ibrik Brewing i.e. turkish coffee, to the finest powder level? My daily brewing is usually aeropress, or ibrik, and I'm looking to get into V60, so really looking for the grind that can hit these two ends of the spectrum.

[@coffeechronicler]

I have no experience brewing Ibrik, but it can grind very fine so think you should be fine

[@Anwarboy786]

@@coffeechronicler haha sounds fine! Thanks for your reply, You should give ibrik / cezve a go, it produces a very strong espresso like but with more acidity and sweetness. Pretty easy to brew as well.

[@haroldochiquito]

Did you just low key dissed android phones? Anyway, I have a Q2, have you used it yet or you only have experience with the first version? It has 30 clicks per rotation in a smaller burr that is. I have big hands but find it to have a lot of speed and consistency, it's really been an amazing buy, great long term review, keep up the good work.

[@coffeechronicler]

Hehe, it was acually more targeted at iPhone users :) I haven't tried the Q2 but as far as I know most of them have the same pentagonal burr as Q1, so I assume they are quite similar in performance

[@MarcoMarfia]

Thanks for the great comparison! Which one would you recommend for the Wacaco Picopresso portable espresso maker? Do you think the JX can handle it and I can save some money or better to go with the Jx-Pro? I also wonder if the Timemore Chestnut G1 Plus with the titanium burr is better than the JX and JX-Pro. Thanks for your help!

[@coffeechronicler]

Thanks Marco. If you're fast, you can snatch up one of the last JE's (standard version / not plus) from 1Zpresso's website. It's my favorite for espresso. Otherwise standard Jx will also be sufficient. I haven't tried G1 Plus.

[@MarcoMarfia]

@@coffeechronicler great thanks! I don't think I will have time to order from 1zpresso and wait for them to deliver to Italy. If you say the normal JX is good enough than I will go with it since it's easily available from Amazon here in Italy. Thank you for your help!

[@geogiokas]

Great video! If you had to choose between a mignon silenzio and jxpro, which would you keep? How do they compare?

[@Nookira]

Check the kingrinder k4, I think is more worth, I bought it new for about 80 bucks

[@mjmIII]

Do you know if they have any plans to bring back the black? I love the black and I've been trying to find some old stock.

[@eytanhershkowitz5989]

Which one do you recommend for moka pot? The jx pro or the jx?

[@frnchfrs]

First impression: this thing is built like a tank! For the price it oozes quality and I cannot wait to use it (i am out of beans 🥺). Anything to be done prior to first use?

[@jonasnilsson8533]

Hello! Thanks a lot for a fantastic and informative video! Was about to go for the Timemore slim until i saw your review on that which made me really consider the JX and now after watching this video it's definitely what I'll go for. I'm not sure though wether to go for the basic or the pro? I exclusively brew pour over - but the idea that the grinder could work for espresso if I would like to get a machine in the future is appealing. From the online-supplier i consider they are quite similarly priced. (about 20$ more for the PRO). The PRO also comes with a 2 year warranty (instead of 1 year for the basic) and the adjustment wheel on top really do seem handy (though I may not need the extra steps). So it seems like I would just get an even more versatile grinder by going for the PRO instead of the basic. Is there something i'm missing that should make me consider the basic instead - despite the above mentioned aspects? Thanks again!

[@coffeechronicler]

I would go for the basic one in your case. It's also okay for espresso, and the construction is so simple that nothing can really go wrong with it. If there is still room in the budget and you really want to future-proof, you could consider K Max.

[@jonasnilsson8533]

@@coffeechronicler Super-grateful for your quick and clear reply! I'll go for the basic. Thanks for your great content!! Btw - are you based in Denmark? Your accent gives me that impression! :) Greetings from Sweden!

[@LorenzBarcelona]

What do you think about America Test Kitchen’s claim that coffee brewed with blade grinders are indistinguishable from burr grinders in the double blind test that they apparently conducted? Personally, I find it suspicious. If it really was indistinguishable to a coffee enthusiast, then grind size shouldn’t even matter at all right? It just extremely hard to believe for me, as someone who noticed a big improvement when I upgraded from my cheap skerton with its inconsistent grinds. Must have been an error in the method of brewing or maybe the testers weren’t coffee enthusiasts? 🤷‍♂️ Would love to hear your thoughts!

[@coffeechronicler]

Haha, well one of the biggest newspapers in Denmark claimed the same thing. They also made an article about the best coffee countries in the world -- no mention of Panama whatsoever 🤔 The sad truth is that mainstream media is 100% clueless about coffee...

[@robertporter2746]

@@coffeechronicler I could never go back to the blade - that would feel quite disrespectful to both the grower and roaster! Why bother with all of their effort if the end user is just going to mutilate it with a blade!!

[@brattingprincess]

They don't know SCA and most Americans have shitty BURNT dinner coffee.

[@Ma_Ba]

America's Test Kitchen did another video on coffee brewing choices that showed they were not up to speed, so that helped lay bare their claims. They were using a tasting that I think was flawed to make those claims too. I am embarrassed for them.

[@roryg137]

Hi! You're videos are great. I just have one question, for pour over so the jx and jx pro taste the same seeing as theilybhave identical burrs? Unfortunately I can't find the jx in stock anywhere so I might just go for the jx pro

[@Onew92]

Can the JX standard achieve the grind size for Mokapot? Or i need to buy JX pro? Cause I’m more interested in the standard JX on its looks and functionality

[@coffeechronicler]

Standard can easily grind fine enough

[@Onew92]

@@coffeechronicler Thanks man

[@yeid44]

I can totally see why you would recommend the JX over the Q2, just an overall better experience, bigger burrs, holds more beans. What I am curious about though, why is the grind quality superior in the JX compared to the Q2? Did you see the grounds or tasted it yourself?

[@coffeechronicler]

The Q2 has a very different burr geometry. I have the original Q, with the same burr (pentagonal), and find that it doesn't produce as good a distribution as the J-grinders.

[@BensCoffeeRants]

Cleaning : Put in fresh coffee, old coffee and coffee oils go out, new coffee oils go in! Clean! There's also products like grindz cleaner which I've used once on my 10 year old grinder but I don't think it really is necessary.

[@FerryvandenBoom]

2 years later, do you still use these? Or what has replaced them? And interested as a fellow Wilfa Uniform owner: Do you still use the Wilfa as well? If so, what do you use it for? Filter coffee?

[@jierenzheng7670]

Thanks for the video. I am using a JX for aeropress, pourover and cold brew. Would there be a comparable electric grinder for my use case? I heard even the Encore is not comparable to the JX.