Overall Rating
8.0, Based on 72 Reviews
Avg Price
$200.00
Manufacturer
KitchenAid
Machine Type
Conical burr grinder, straight path, glass hopper
Colors
Dark Gray
Class
Grinder, Conical Burr Consumer
Pro Review
No
First Look
Yes
QuickShot
No
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KitchenAid's new Proline grinder, with a straight path for the beans, glass hoppers and catchers, and grind settings from espresso to press pot.
Ellem Weaman (quality: 4.0)
01.10.2007
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: If you live in moderation this is a great grinder.
Gino Magnotta (quality: 8.6)
05.14.2008
Rating: 6.2
Bottom Line: Has some very good features to it, and could have been an excellent grinder. Has fundamental flaws however which lets it down badly.
Greg Hancock (quality: 7.6)
11.15.2005
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: Excellent aesthetics, almost industrial design, and does its job well. Minor problems pale in light of its overall excellence.
Jack Otter (quality: 7.0)
03.09.2008
Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: Versitile, consistant, and built to last- this little beauty is a beast of a grinder.
Jamie S (quality: 3.7)
02.13.2012
Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: All I expected and more
Jeff Sheltren (quality: 7.8)
09.05.2006
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Very sturdy, glass catcher prevents static in the grounds and is easy to clean; gives a nice, even grind.
Jeffrey Ellis (quality: 5.2)
05.28.2008
Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: Sturdy and Dependable, quiet, consistent. After two years of heavy usage, it's still going stong
Jesse Robinson (quality: 4.3)
10.19.2004
Rating: 5.6
Bottom Line: Could have been a contender, but it's just some more junk.
Joel Finkelstein (quality: 5.8)
11.16.2006
Rating: 7.2
Bottom Line: Great grinder once you realize grinds only look too big. I only wish it didn't trap so many beans or was easy to clean on a daily basis.
John Boddie (quality: 6.6)
11.24.2006
Rating: 9.8
Bottom Line: When I was using my Solis Maestro, I always felt that I’d have to upgrade at some point. With the Proline, I don’t have that feeling any more.
John Green
05.18.2010
Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: Kitchenaid - metal, glass, power, durability, decent function, very reasonable price.
John Poros (quality: 7.5)
01.19.2004
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Solidly built, but not geared toward espresso.
Josh Kempthorne (quality: 6.4)
01.19.2009
Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: This is a great grinder for limited budget or space. Its tops on style. Don't be scared off by (maybe over fussy) reviews
Kent Simmons (quality: 7.3)
05.01.2007
Rating: 7.4
Bottom Line: A great machine IF you like your coffee French or if you like espresso - but its not capable of both grinds without recallibration.
Leonard Wells (quality: 6.8)
05.02.2007
Rating: 8.0
Bottom Line: It's "Beauty is onlySkin Deep". as in Handsome machine, ugly grinds.
Marie Waters (quality: 4.5)
05.07.2007
Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: If you want a perfect cup of coffee, this grinder will give you excellent results, no matter which method of brewing you prefer at any given time.
Mark Babbe (quality: 4.7)
04.05.2006
Rating: 3.6
Bottom Line: Not for Espresso. Could be nice for drip coffee.
Mark Shusted (quality: 2.1)
01.17.2006
Rating: 1.0
Bottom Line: Beans don't burn but motor does.
Marty Davids (quality: 6.3)
11.30.2007
Rating: 10.0
Bottom Line: Great, solid and versatile grinder.
Matt Lehman (quality: 5.2)
01.02.2004
Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Great product. Worth the price.
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