Eureka Silenzio Coffee Grinder Review

[@jasonyannuccelli2499]

Mate…. I really enjoy watching your reviews. You speak exceptionally well and never miss a any of the great features the item you’re reviewing has. You have sold me on this grinder. I have been looking for a consumer level grinder that’s not going to wake the Mrs when I get up early to go to work. Well done 👍

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Much appreciated!

[@vittmaxx731]

Great job, thanks...this is the only video that makes it EASY....

[@AlternativeBrewing]

glad i could help 😀

[@samarakate1]

I ordered this online from AB this morning. It's already in a Fastway courier van. Unbeatable price and service. Thanks Alternative Brewing.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Great to hear!

[@christophermartintran]

It was either the sette 270 or the Mignon E, some how I ended purchasing the specialita after many KZbin videos!

[@fishballrox]

How is the specialita? Thinking between the silenzio and specialita

[@blowfish3]

I have one of these and have used it daily for the past couple of years. There is much that I like about this grinder, but I find that it jams too easily, especially with the medium roast beans that I use most often. I am fine grinding for espresso, and especially if there are more than a few spoonfuls of beans in the hopper, the motor is not strong enough to reliably grind without jamming. More brittle, darker roast beans are less likely to cause jams. When the grinder jams, I have to unplug it, tip it up to empty the beans into a bowl, and use the handle of a teaspoon to clear the jam and get the burr mechanism moving again. I chose this model of grinder because I wanted something quieter that wouldn’t wake other people in the house if used early in the morning, but in retrospect-taking into account the lighter roasts I favour-I think I should have gone with one of Eureka’s other models with a more powerful motor.

[@bluemystic7501]

If you could do it over again, what would you buy?

[@blowfish3]

@@bluemystic7501 Not 100% sure. Very possibly one of the other Eureka models with a less quiet but stronger motor, although I am not very enthusiastic about the electronic interface on the other models: I prefer physical knobs to make adjustments.

[@zeromomentum]

I agree. I hate this grinder. It jams all the time. I took out the anti-clumping screen. I hope that helps. I think this grinder is awful.

[@mario08133]

Bought mine from AB last year. Great video!

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Good choice! thanks 🫶

[@claudesmith3834]

Very good and clear explanation.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Glad you think so!

[@danjv]

Thanks for the overview of the Silenzio. Looking to upgrade and this looks exactly like what I need. Cash is tight and I see the Mignon Facile, which is a step below in price, is the same grinder without the timer and some outside tuches.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Good choice!

[@af_loyd20]

That's what I have and zero complaints

[@davidjohnston4240]

1/4 turn to see a difference? Hardly. I need to nudge it a tiny fraction to keep my shot time within the window. A quarter turn would make the difference between no flow and 30g in 10s. I like the espresso I get from it, but the knob is not its best feature - it's too small and too sensitive. I was sold on the low noise aspect and I have no regrets. Quiet is good.

[@solslasher]

In this video he mentioned that the timer goes up to 20 seconds. In other places I've seen it said it only goes up to 14 seconds. Can anyone confirm which is correct?

[@mmay3315]

How does this compare to the manuale? Are the motor are burrs different?

[@tommyvandriessche592]

In short. I'm an absolute newbie when it gets to coffee I just know that I like it so I've been looking at videos on grinders and espresso machines. Will this grinder satisfy my filter coffee and espresso needs because I do still enjoy a good filter coffee.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Yes it will. There may be some initial period of getting used to grind settings - going back and forwards - but you won't have any problems getting a good grind from this - I assume you'd be single dosing ? - if so - perhaps at the same time - or later on - getting the Bellows system for this grinder would assist greatly in Zero Retention.

[@sarahdeschene3152]

Seriously considering this for purchase. The only concern I have is using lighter roast beans. I saw some comments regarding jamming. Any thoughts. I’ve been using light roast Ethiopian a lot lately and it’s tough to hand grind. One reason I’m finally breaking down and investing in an another counter top appliance.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Yes, jamming is an issue - more so - the grounds don't move down so easily and get caught up in the chute for super light roast beans. It's an issue you'll discover with many grinders I'm afraid. Grinders are not made with light roast coffee in mind - rather well developed espresso and filter beans. These lighter roast coffees, at fine grind settings and larger doses - can really place a lot of stress on a grinder. Keep this in mind when purchasing one. Look to the power ratio of wattage and torque - as these will point out how truly powerful the motor is at turning the burrs against the light roast beans.

[@maryclaremccarthy9329]

Thanks for this, really helpful. In New Zealand so bought locally yesterday. Had to think about stepping up to the Specialita but decided for an extra $200, I didn't need the electronic timer. Forked out $50 for the chrome though!

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Fantastic!

[@221b-l3t]

Haha yeah screw that fancy display. I splurged on the matt version with a little bit of chrome, the one in the video I think. BTW on etsy you can find lots of people selling single dose mods (bellows, tiny hopper and even an inclined stand). I plan on single dosing so the screen would be wasted anyway. But it does look really nice.

[@jk25653]

How is the chrome for cleaning? I love the look to match my future profitec pro 500 purchase, but I dislike the idea of more water marks and coffee ground static-attaching to chrome.

[@221b-l3t]

@@jk25653 no trouble at all

[@FritzBlase]

I am a bit scared of the relativel small and coarsely marked wheel for the grinding size. Isn't it difficult to fine-tune your grinding size here, especially after switching between different settings?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Yes, not recommended for Filter and espresso brewing regularly. But between different espresso, it's not too hard, and you become accustomed to a range.

[@angusarmour7115]

@alternativebrewing received my grinder from AB last week - I’ve seen videos about dialing in the grinder which imply that the ‘2’ setting isn’t really 2 - do you have a set-up and use video you would recommend ? Thanks.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Hey there! Thanks for reaching out to us. When you mean the 2 isn't really 2 - forgive me as I'm a little lost with that statement. The 2 is just a reference point for a grind size, naturally 3 will grind coarser beans and 1 will grind finer than 2. What's important for dialling in is taking note of the reference point and ensuring you move the grind adjuster int he right direction to get the flow rate in teh espresso you're aiming for. In this case - if your coffee is pourting out too slow - then coursening it up from 2, to perhaps 2.5 or 3 maybe get you better results - or vice versa. So begin with any grind size - 2 or 3 is a good bet - and see how the coffee flows - ensuring all other aspects to the espresso preparation are met. Then - considering how that espresso went - make an adjustment in the grind size and make another. When dialing in a bag of coffee beans - it's unlikely you'll hit the right grind size, the first shot. In which case, you can continue to make consecutive changes to the grind size and brew back to back shot until you get the recipe right - or if you get close enough on the first or second try - the perhaps make that last adjustment and come back the following day, and so forth - to eventuate at the intended recipe - rather than discarding many shots in the process. I hope this info helps 🫶 If there's anything more I can help with, let me know

[@angusarmour7115]

@@AlternativeBrewing thanks. This video I reviewed was essentially saying 0 isn’t 0 , when the burrs first connect it’s 0 - but I honestly don’t know if that matters if everything is relative. I will try as you say; for a double shot out of a Silvia I should be looking at a grind that pours in about 26 seconds or so?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Nice 🫶 Yep 18-20g in - 26-30 seconds out for 38-40g - @@angusarmour7115

[@knipsi22]

Is there a way to manually stop grinding when using the timer?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Yes, quickly turn the grinder off.

[@alexballar]

What's the durability of this grinder? I was considering the 270 but all the reviews on it failing scared me.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Very. MOre than most grinders at that price point 👍

[@marie-pierreblais9546]

Does the fork is adjustable? Thank you

[@AlternativeBrewing]

No it is not. Only the Specialita is adjustable

[@simplesi6]

Is it possible to single dose with this? is it okay to put the right weight of beans for your basket in the top and letting it run through?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

yeah 100% - it will grind close to no retention - but you can go one better and get a bellow for these now - and then it will truly be a no-retention grinder 👌 alternativebrewing.com.au/products/eureka-mignon-single-dose-blow-up-cleaning-kit

[@Noremaca]

Hi, will the fork on this hold a bottomless portafilter for hands free grinding? Thanks

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Not exactly not - it's not a cradle - and whilst forks can hold bottomless - the portafilter often vibrates off and creates a mess everywhere if grinding hands-free. This would be best holding the portafilter - or you could use a dosing cup and achieve hands-free this way - but again not entirely reliable.

[@Jaw777]

How much coffee can it go through until the burrs of the Silenzio needs replacing?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

these are commercial quality burrs and are likely to be rated around the 800kg+ range - this equals many yers of grinding before you see an effect of the burrs being dull

[@simsonison]

does the timer work good enough to use it in daily use? thank you 😉

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Yes it does!

[@Camrographer]

Question for you. I have this Grinder. Is the grinder designed to be left on? My concern is that the LCD display will burn out at some point.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I would not leave it on, no.

[@JerseyCapper]

What coarse setting for a fresh drip?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

a little more than twice as coarse as your espresso setting will work well

[@TudorButiulca]

What is the main difference between Silenzio and Manuale? I just bought a Lelit PL82 and now I need a grinder and I am in between this 2 from Eureka.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Silenzio is the better grinder - having the body of the grinder using noise-dampening material to make the grinder overall - much quieter - plus it has TIMED DOSING - where you can adjust the time it takes to grind a full dose out - as opposed to the MANUALE which will only grind out once you press the button under the forks.

[@TudorButiulca]

@@AlternativeBrewing yes I saw that with timing here on this review, thank you for your answer

[@konstantinosvakouftsis4086]

How often should someone clean the grinder while daily producing coffee?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I'd say - happily - if it's only 1-2 coffees daily - once a month is okay.

[@konstantinosvakouftsis4086]

@@AlternativeBrewing I missed an offer for silenzio for 250 euros. Now it's on 345 do you think I should get it or go for another for that kind of money? Area Europe.

[@amerashkanany966]

Does it work for big quantities like 2 kilos of continuous coarse grinding?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

It's duty cycle recommends not using it beyond 90seconds of continuous grinding. I would say it could do it, but in 500g lots.

[@joelf5565]

Trying to find a comparison of this to the Sette 270. Any thoughts? I am most interested in espresso quality and do an occasional pour over or areopress. Very rarely French Press, but do like that option as well. I definitely want a timer option and will not consider without. Also this grinder’s $479 price would be my threshold.

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I guess the main difference - and it's a big one - is the noise - well actually the build quality too 😀 But the Silenzio is very quiet and solidly built with a metal housing - whereas the Sette 270 is all plastic and quite loud. Burrs are smaller on the Sette andconicall vs Flat Bur. Personally, I prefer Flat Burr for any filter styles of coffee - so my choice would be with the Eureka

[@susanmorgan8286]

@@AlternativeBrewing Don't buy the Sette 270 I have 1 and it is no longer working after 2 years of use maybe 2.5 years.

[@tenrohle]

I have the Sette and for me, it does not grind fine enough. It comes with a set of 'shims' to make it finer, but I threw the damn things out. Aside from that, it's LOUD. Am considering selling it and buying this one.

[@AgePix]

Just received mine from you guys. I went with the black colour. I'm disappointed as it's full black with no chrome as described in the images on your site & the one in this video. What gives?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Hi there! I'm so sorry - Eureka would have gone through a style change at some point - and made these changes, and communication regarding this, was either missed on our behalf, or never sent. We'll go and overlook our stock now to ensure we have the correct images onsite. Thanks for letting us know. If there's anything I can help with, please email [e-mail] and our team will assist you further. EDIT: I believe you are in contact with out team already 😀

[@refaaria]

Is the grinder good for daily unpressurized espresso?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Yeah that'll do it no problems.

[@refaaria]

@@AlternativeBrewing Ok thanks 😁

[@user-gk1nt6sm2z]

Very informative, thanks

[@AlternativeBrewing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mauroquilici9965]

My espresso is flowing too fast. I’m using a silenzio eureka grinder. What is wrong??

[@AlternativeBrewing]

If you;ve tried grinding finer and finer, perhaps check your dise, and make sure you are using enough coffee, than also focus on tamping correctly 👌

[@mauroquilici9965]

@@AlternativeBrewing thank you, I’m slowly getting the right flow. I appreciate you response/suggestion 👍❤️

[@alexandrebenedek8875]

Hi, I bought the Eureka Specialista which is the same grinder but with a digital timer for single / double doses. It works great but I always get some coffee powder spiled over from the portafilter, causing some mess on the counter. Any ideas how to keep the counter clean? Is there any recomended matt to place under the grinder?

[@AlternativeBrewing]

hi there! You could look at getting something like a Shot Collar 👉 alternativebrewing.com.au/product/precision-dosing-shot-collar/alternativebrewing.com.au/product/precision-dosing-shot-collar/ Or Single Dosing in to the portafilter ??

[@Stevesbe]

Can you take it apart so we can see ther inside

[@AlternativeBrewing]

I did this partly in the most recent video with the Eureka Mignon Classico.. in order to see the spout and clump crusher, but the chassis where the motor is much more difficult to open up and display. What specifically are you looking for?

[@Stevesbe]

All the 50mm mignon models are exactly the same chassis /motor burr set they just add features and price

[@Stevesbe]

They have carbon steel burrs not stainless which is better

[@ola5510]

I like it 🙏👍🏻👍🏻

[@matteo_gabriele]

Gonna do a shot of vodka every time he says "Silenzio"

[@AlternativeBrewing]

You might finish the bottle before the 7min video is over 😂 !!

[@rxonmymind8362]

NO freaking way it's at 42 db. Usually a silent normal room is around 35-40db. Meaning with nobody breathing in the room. Your db reader is faulty.

[@tgalidaVO]

Plus looks likes he’s on A weighted. Seems off

[@pollykaris6528]

Info for this product on Whole Latte Love’s website shows 73 dBA for decibel level.

[@alexquittner3466]

Decibel readings really should also be quoted with the distance they were taken at.

[@wadepatton2433]

I never got to hear it. Just a lot of talking-right over the top of everything. I like to hear what I'm getting into and I could not in this video. Lovely features are useless if my ears are upset by the racket.