C40 Hand Grinder MK4 - Black

The Comandante C40 lives up to its name and has helped me achieve very delicious pour over coffee. I very much appreciate the simplistic, modern, and solid construction. It is easily disassembled and assembled for cleaning and there are helpful YouTube videos provided by comandante to get familiar with it. I recommend purchasing a small brush in order to quickly clean the grinder of any grinds after grinding. I had one that came with 1Zpresso grinder so I use that one. It would’ve been a thoughtful addition to come with this grinder. The grind adjustment is easy but I always forget how many “clicks” I’m on so I just change it off of vibes and extraction time/taste. Happy with purchase and hopefully will last me a long time.

The Comandante C40 is hands down the best manual coffee grinder I’ve ever used. The build quality is outstanding, with a solid, premium feel that shows real craftsmanship. The grindability is incredibly precise, producing consistent grounds for everything from espresso to French press. The coffee quality noticeably improves thanks to the uniform grind, bringing out the full flavor of the beans. It’s also surprisingly easy to use, with smooth operation and comfortable grip. The grind speed is excellent for a manual grinder, and it’s easy to adjust for different brew methods. Cleaning is simple and hassle-free, making this grinder not just functional but also practical for everyday use. While it’s definitely an investment, the value for money is absolutely there if you care about top-tier performance and durability. Highly recommended for anyone serious about their coffee.

I finally broke down and bought one, after my experience with electric grinders including higher end models I wanted something simple that would have the same or better grind quality. I have a Moccamaster and do V60 pour overs so I mostly only do 1-3 cups of coffee a day but an occasion of 1.25 liters when people come over. I also love to experiment with different coffees/temp/grind sizes and the manual nature adds to the experience. One huge annoyance with any grinder is static, they ALL have the issue to a certain degree. I would have to vacuum my countertop 1-2 times a week even with RDT with the electric grinders would have to break them down to clean out once a month. This was a deal breaker for me. I finally got tired of the maintenance and decided to go manual, at least I can control any flying coffee grounds by pouring into my filter basket over the sink and not having it all over the counter. So far I am happy with the results, much less cleaning involved! Depending on beans etc, RDT is also required with the C40 but it seems to work better than it did with the electric grinders. The click adjustment system is not for everyone but I am already used to it and love it, so many recipes out there that specify roughly what adjustment the grinder needs and it is simple. The grinder is built like a tank and it shocked me how heavy the box was when it was delivered. If you have had the cheap hario hand grinders the C40 is a much better/faster experience. I highly recommend and I personally will never go back to an electric grinder no matter the price.

Amazing coffee bean grinder. It is definitely helps me made a better tastes espresso. After 1+years it is still working perfectly!

I purchased the Comandante C40 after a lot of research and procrastination because of its price. Two years later I have no regrets- i use it daily, it looks and performs as good as the day I got it. If you’re considering it too, go for it!! It’s a pleasure to use and own- buy quality once!!

I love this, it's worth every penny!

The quality of build are great. It feels robust, but not like a cold metal cylinder. The wood does great for this, but the downside is sometimes a weak grip. For a little bit overprice the package includes many unneeded things and lacks of “nice to have” items, like brush or sack for transportation. Aside from all that, the grind quality and speed are excellent. The ‘click’ mechanism isn’t very intuitive, but it has become popular among coffee enthusiasts. Many coffee recipes refer to the number of clicks to indicate the grind size.

I went out on a limb in a way and decided to try this one based on the online overwhelmingly good reviews of it. And I have to say, the good reviews are right. First of all made in Germany so you know it's quality. I do pour over and chemex now which take different grinds and it can give me very good coffee either way. It feels very solid, no play, and it's a little arm work to get your coffee ground, but you knew that going in. This will probably outlast me. If you are going to grind in advance I recommend the brown colored jars you can get for it. Also I recommend the "Big Joe" handle I believe it's called - it makes it a bit easier to grind, and I also recommend the "Red clix" for it as it gives you a lot finer range. They recommend it for espresso but honestly you can use it with any type of brew to get optimal taste. But you have to be comfortable in taking it apart and installing it. I can't think of anything else I would have asked for with this and highly recommend it.