Overall Rating
8.4, Based on 70 Reviews
Avg Price
$350.00
Manufacturer
Rancilio
Machine Type
Semi Commercial Flat Burr Grinder with Doser
Colors
Metal / Black, White / Black, Red / Black
Class
Grinder, Burr, Prosumer
Pro Review
No
First Look
Yes
QuickShot
No
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A prosumer level espresso grinder that has been on the market since 1991. Grinder has seen changes cosmetically since introduction, now featuring steel side panels. Features professional burrs and motor inside. At $380 (Feb '09) the price is on the high side.
Colin Newell (quality: 2.5) 07.05.2001 Rating: 9.2
Bottom Line: Adds quality and integrity to any pump driven espresso machine
Derek Denyer (quality: 6.0) 05.13.2003 Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: I should have purchased this 3 years ago with my Silvia
Michael Owen (quality: 1.0) 07.31.2009 Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: A grinder with plenty of power and grind settings.
Alan Wolkower (quality: 3.7) 11.06.2003 Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: essential to make any real pump expresso machine give good results
Peter Farrell (quality: 6.0) 01.02.2005 Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: Regardless of the price if you are looking for a solid and professional grinder under $300.00 this grinder is worth serious consideration.
Joseph Levitt (quality: 7.0) 12.11.2004 Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: Put your "Jolly" up for sale on ebay and get yourself a fantastic, commercial-quality grinder.
Bob Logan (quality: 7.5) 01.16.2002 Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: Great grinder although not 100% without it's faults.
Ward Strong (quality: 7.3) 01.19.2008 Rating: 9.0
Bottom Line: The grinder makes the espresso, and the Rocky does it with style.
John Roche (quality: 8.5) 05.25.2001 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Exceptional construction, performance and value. Ideal for espresso but may not be best choice for those who grind for multiple brew methods on a regular basis.
Mark Prince (quality: 8.1) 01.15.2000 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Best grinder you can get for the home for under $400. Will improve your shots by a significant amount.
David M Strom (quality: 5.5) 01.23.2000 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: A great grinder at a good price. You NEED a great grinder to get even decent espresso, and Rocky fits the bill.
Todd Krieger (quality: 3.5) 01.22.2001 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Although not mechanically ideal, can produce superior drip coffee.
Doug Miannay (quality: 6.7) 01.04.2005 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: Produces a consistent high quality grind for a consistent high quality espresso on every pull!
Howard Sheppard (quality: 7.0) 07.08.2002 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: The best grinder in the sub $300 range that I know of. You can do better, but it will cost you.
Mike G (quality: 7.5) 03.07.2008 Rating: 8.8
Bottom Line: $300 is a lot for a coffee grinder, but I'm happy with the purchase!
John Trefethen (quality: 7.3) 03.07.2008 Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Fantastic, Reliable, Dependable, Simple to Opperate.
Cremina Fan 01.03.2011 Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Excellent lifetime purchase. Have the doser? See Detailed Commentary on simple way to keep it swept clean!
Patrick Sloane (quality: 6.0) 06.29.2006 Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Quality you can rely on at a a price which is right - but go the doserless model!
Sean Strugnell (quality: 8.4) 06.24.2004 Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Rocky is a fantastic grinder and I wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone that is looking for a wonderfully consistent and versatile coffee grinder.
Jonathan Ewing 09.22.2009 Rating: 8.6
Bottom Line: Beautiful, simplistic design. Consistent Grind.
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