Grind by Time coffee grinders

Buy Grind-by-Time Coffee Grinders Switzerland – the complete GbT range

Grind by Time (GbT) is the classic and established grinding logic for electric espresso grinders: you set a grinding time (e.g., 6.5 seconds), the grinder grinds for this time and stops automatically. With stable bean characteristics and a consistent grind size, dosing variation is minimal. Compared to Grind-by-Weight grinders, GbT designs are typically 15–35% cheaper with otherwise comparable grind quality – making them the more economical choice for setups with a stable bean and unchanged grind size.

Coffee Coaching Club carries around 23 active models in this mega-collection – from the affordable Macap M2E Domus (CHF 389.90) for beginners to the La Marzocco Swan (CHF 4,099.95) as a professional flagship. For a more focused selection in the prosumer segment, see Prosumer Grind by Time. For GbW alternatives with integrated scales, see Grind by Weight.

The grinders in the cluster by burr class

Which GbT grinder for which setup

Grind-by-Time vs. Grind-by-Weight – when is which worthwhile?

Grind-by-Time (this collection): Grinder grinds for a precisely defined time; you set the time to 18 g. Advantages: 15–35% cheaper than GbW from the same brand, mechanically simpler, less prone to sensor malfunctions. Disadvantages: Dosing variation typically ±0.3–0.8 g due to changes in bean density and grind size.

Grind-by-Weight (GbW collection): integrated precision scale, exact gram dosing. Advantages: reproducible ±0.05–0.1 g, ideal for different beans or frequently changed grind sizes.

When GbT is the right choice: (1) Home with a stable bean, (2) stable grind size without frequent adjustments, (3) budget-focused or price-performance optimization, (4) café workflow with one bean and professional burr class, where consistency is ensured by the mechanical precision of the burrs.

Service in Switzerland

For Mahlkönig, Mazzer, Rocket, ECM, La Marzocco, we are an authorized Swiss partner with our own service. For Eureka, Macap, Anfim, Ceado, we have service channels via manufacturers. Free shipping in Switzerland and Liechtenstein for orders over CHF 60. For professional grinders from CHF 1,500: personal delivery and setup possible within a 100 km radius (CHF 400/650/1,200 depending on distance).

In the showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich Oerlikon (Hagenholzstrasse 50b), we demonstrate the GbT class live in action. You can directly feel the differences in grind quality between the classes (50–55 mm vs. 60–65 mm vs. 75–80 mm burrs) and compare between brand characteristics (Eureka, Mahlkönig, Anfim, La Marzocco).

What goes with it

For a focused selection in the prosumer segment: Prosumer Grind by Time. For Grind-by-Weight alternatives: Grind by Weight, Prosumer Grind by Weight. For Single-Dose designs: Single Dose Espresso Grinders, Prosumer Single Dosing. For hand grinder alternatives: Hand Coffee Grinders. For matching espresso machines: Dual Boiler, Heat Exchanger, Single Boiler, La Marzocco Commercial Machines. For brand pages: Eureka, Mahlkönig, Rocket, La Marzocco, Anfim, Ceado, Macap. For premium scales: Acaia Pearl S / Lunar. For tampers and WDT: Tampers, WDT Tools. For beans from our own roastery: CCC In-house Roasts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which GbT grinder for beginners?

For an affordable entry without specialty demands: Macap M2E Domus (CHF 389.90) or Macap Leo 55 Essential (CHF 474.95). For a specialty entry: Eureka Mignon Specialita 55 (CHF 497.95) or Mahlkönig X54 (CHF 519.90). Both offer solid 50–54mm grind quality for homes with specialty ambitions.

Eureka Mignon Specialita or Specialità SMART?

Specialita 55 (CHF 497.95) or Specialita 18WD (CHF 527.95–577.95): classic design with established Eureka grinding logic. Specialità SMART (CHF 599.95): advanced variant with "smart technology" (e.g., touch display, programmable brewing profiles). For tech-savvy users and setups with different brewing modes: SMART. For classic home workflow: Specialita designs are sufficient.

Rocket Faustino V2 or Giannino?

Faustino V2 (CHF 715–789): the standard Rocket grinder in various colors (Matte Black, Chrome, Copper, White) and designs (Standard, Appartamento). Giannino (CHF 849.95): the premium variant with larger burrs and higher professional class. For Rocket machine owners with design demands: Faustino V2 Appartamento. For specialty demands: Giannino.

What distinguishes the Eureka Atom Excellence 65 from the 75?

Both Atom Excellence designs from Eureka, the difference lies in the burr diameter. 65 mm (CHF 998.95): classic Atom class, sufficient for home with specialty demands and moderate volume. 75 mm (CHF 1,298.95): larger burrs for higher daily volume and tonal aroma depth. For café workflow or home with 5+ extractions daily: 75 mm. For classic home: 65 mm is enough.

La Marzocco Pico or Swan?

Pico (CHF 1,159.95): the compact La Marzocco design for ambitious home setups, ideal for Linea Micra/Mini owners. Swan (CHF 4,099.95): the professional flagship of the La Marzocco grinder family. For café setups or home with endgame demands and complete La Marzocco setup consistency.

Mahlkönig X54 or E65S?

X54 (CHF 519.90): household grinder with 54mm burrs, ideal for home setups. E65S (CHF 2,049.95): the professional class with 65mm burrs. For ambitious homes with specialty demands and small cafés: E65S is significantly superior. For classic homes without professional demands: X54 is sufficient.

Anfim LUNA or ALBA?

LUNA (CHF 1,149.95): the accessible Anfim professional design. ALBA (CHF 2,159.95): the premium Anfim class with larger burrs and advanced workflow logic. For an Italian premium choice with design demands: ALBA.

Is the surcharge from GbT to GbW worth it?

For a home with a stable bean and unchanged grind size: no, GbT is sufficient and saves 15–35% of costs. For specialty setups with different beans (light filter, dark espresso) or frequently changed grind sizes: GbW is worth it, as reproducible dosing significantly improves workflow comfort and extraction quality. For café workflow with high volume: it depends – GbT with professional burr class is robust and cheaper, GbW with GBS logic (Mahlkönig) is more reproducible.

Can I test GbT grinders before buying?

Yes, in the showrooms in Bern and Zurich Oerlikon. We will grind with your desired beans and perform the extraction on a suitable espresso machine. You will directly feel the difference between entry-level (Mignon Specialita) and prosumer class (Atom Excellence) as well as between brand characteristics (Eureka, Mahlkönig, Rocket). For premium grinders from CHF 2,000, a separate appointment is particularly worthwhile.