Grind by weight

Buy Grind by Weight coffee grinders Switzerland – the complete GbW range

Grind by Weight (GbW) is the precision design of the modern espresso and filter world: an integrated scale measures continuously during grinding and stops automatically when the target weight is reached. You set 18.0 g, you get 18.0 g – regardless of bean density, roast level, grind setting or burr wear. Reproducibility typically ±0.05–0.1 g (compared to ±0.3–0.8 g with Grind-by-Time).

This mega-collection brings together CCC's complete GbW range – 18 active grinders from eight brands, plus the Acaia Orion Nano bean dispenser and the La Marzocco Pico Upgrade Kit. The automatic tampers from CINOART go well as a complement. For a more focused selection in individual classes, see Grind-by-Weight Coffee Grinders or the price-oriented Prosumer Grind by Weight.

The brands in the cluster

Which GbW grinder for which setup

Grind-by-Sync (GbS) explained

Mahlkönig extends dosing by weight with a second variable: Grind-by-Sync (GbS). The grinder doses by weight via the integrated scale and additionally adjusts the grind setting automatically so that the shot hits a target extraction time. The shot time is supplied by a compatible espresso machine or a sync-capable device such as the Mahlkönig Sync Scale; it can also be entered manually. Not essential for home use with standard requirements, a clear advantage for high-volume café workflow. Available on Mahlkönig E65W GBS and E80W GBS.

Service in Switzerland

For Mahlkönig, Mazzer, La Marzocco, Rocket, ECM we are the authorized Swiss partner with our own service. For Acaia, Normcore, Subminimal and Markibar we are the official importer for Switzerland, for Varia the exclusive Swiss importer. For Eureka, Fiorenzato, Ligre, CINOART we have service channels via the manufacturers. Free shipping in Switzerland and Liechtenstein from CHF 60. For professional grinders from CHF 1'500: personal delivery and setup possible within a radius of 100 km.

Our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) show a wide selection, but not our entire range – the display changes. Drop us a quick line at [email protected] before your visit, and we will check whether the model you have in mind is currently on display. For café-class grinders, a separate consultation appointment is particularly worthwhile.

What goes with it

For a focused selection: Grind-by-Weight Coffee Grinders (price-oriented), Prosumer Grind by Weight (professional class). For a Grind-by-Time alternative: Grind by Time Coffee Grinders. For single-dose: Single Dose Coffee Grinders, Prosumer Single Dosing. For matching espresso machines: Dual Boiler, Heat Exchanger, Professional and Gastronomy Equipment, La Marzocco Commercial Machines. For brand pages: Eureka, Mahlkönig, Markibar, Fiorenzato, Mazzer, ECM, Acaia. For scales with app and flow rate display: Acaia Pearl S / Lunar. For beans from our own roastery: CCC In-house Roasts.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Grind-by-Weight and Grind-by-Time?

Grind-by-Time: the grinder grinds for a fixed, defined time (e.g. 6.5 seconds). Dose variation typically ±0.3–0.8 g. Grind-by-Weight: an integrated scale stops at the target weight. Dose variation ±0.05–0.1 g. For specialty workflow with different beans, GbW is clearly worthwhile.

Eureka Mignon Libra 55 or Libra 65?

Mignon Libra 55 (CHF 748.95–798.95): compact Mignon design, 55 mm burr set. Libra 65 (CHF 827.95): larger 65 mm burr set in the Libra design. For higher daily volume or specialty demands with aromatic depth: Libra 65. For a classic home with 1–2 shots a day: Libra 55 is enough.

What can the Acaia Orion Nano do?

The Acaia Orion Nano (CHF 899.95) is an automatic bean dispenser that weighs the exact amount of beans into the grinding cup ahead of the grinder. For single-dose workflow with any professional grinder suited to single dosing. A complement to GbW grinders in café workflow with mixed shot strategies.

Is the GBS price premium over classic GbW worth it?

For high-volume café workflow with constant extraction time: yes, noticeably. For home use with standard requirements: not essential. The Mahlkönig E64 WS (CHF 999.95) with classic GbW is enough for home use. E65W GBS (CHF 2'598.95) for café or home with endgame demands.

What is the La Marzocco Pico Upgrade Kit for?

The Pico Upgrade Kit (CHF 89.95) extends the La Marzocco Pico grinder with the GbW function. For existing Pico owners, an affordable workflow upgrade. Functionally, your Pico thereby gains the reproducible gram dosing of the GbW world.

Mahlkönig E80 GBW or E80W GBS – what is the difference?

E80 GBW (CHF 3'519.95): 80 mm burr set with classic Grind-by-Weight logic. E80W GBS (CHF 3'689.95): 80 mm burr set with Grind-by-Sync (dosing by weight plus automatic grind-setting adjustment to a target extraction time). Price premium of CHF 170 for GBS – worthwhile for café workflow with constant extraction time, less so for home.

How precise are GbW grinders really?

Modern GbW grinders achieve ±0.05–0.1 g reproducibility – that is specialty level and is enough for a nearly perfect workflow.

Can I see GbW grinders before buying?

Our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) show a wide selection, but not our entire range – the display changes. Drop us a quick line at [email protected] before your visit, and we will check whether the model you have in mind is currently on display. The engineering details of the GBS design become noticeable in direct comparison – that is what the Espresso Machine and Grinder Comparison is for.