The listing calls this a coffee grinder accessory. So, it's an accessory to a coffee grinder, but grinds coffee too. Any other things it does?
1984636
I don't know why they call it an accessory - it's a stand-alone coffee grinder. Maybe it's a language issue?
1984637
No. Accessory is an odd word choice. I guess it accessorizes a coffee maker by supplementing it but not by attaching to it.
1984638
It's an accessory to making a mess if you grind your coffee fine, but it no worse at this than others.
1984639
It's a coffee grinder; single function device. Extremely space efficient and does its one job very well.
1984640
I don't care what they call it, but I wouldn't buy another one. It broke within the first few months. First it slowed down and wouldn't grind coffee unless you continually start and stopped it. Then it quit completely. I purchased a Nesco and have been much happier.
929105
yes. the grinder can be used to grind anything, even dried spices, that is large enough to need grinding. you will have to clean the grinder after each use or before grinding coffee beans, so that your coffee doesn't taste off.
1309175
I wouldn't recommend using the same grinder for spices and coffee. You may be able to clean this one, but not good enough to switch back and forth from spices to coffee. I wash the removable cup with dish soap and wipe the blade with a damp paper towel.
1642006
No it doesn't. The degree of douse grind is a function of how long the user grinds the beans.
2194804
There is no grinder on this coffee maker. You must use a separate grinder for whole beans or use ground coffee.
2002118
Yes, quite a bit. To the point you will have to clean your grinder every so often. It does make a very robust cup of coffee. If you use a French press it will have oil on the top of your coffee but it isn't bitter. Hope this helps.
216560
We also grind our own coffee. When comparing the blades on the Cuisinart with our burr grinder, the two look nothing alike. Based on the force it takes to properly grind coffee beans, I would say you'd be better off with a true coffee grinder and leave this appliance to the task of making lovely sauces and pulverizing vegetables.
641058
I assume the part is the plastic cover that one rotates to change the grind. Several companies sell various replacement parts (Google KitchenAid coffee grinder for a list) but none of the ones I checked sold this particular part. When mine needed a small part for the electric motor no one had the part and KitchenAid just told me to buy another grinder. I eventually did buy another but feel they should provide more support for such an expensive item.
194125
No idea, but a darn good question. I have not purchased the grinder yet, but am interested in doing so. This may sway my purchase.Good Luck!!
880633
Hello, I used this grinder for coffee beans, Green Cardamom, and other stuff, it works fine, i am happy with this product, i went through 2 different brands but since I found this one I am pleased with it, I recommend this grinder. I hope i was able to help you.
588120
I have no idea. I don't recall if I even knew it existed. I should have though because my grinder broke in about a year.
2006161
It grinds the beans so that bit is loud then when it compresses the puck to make the coffee there is a double "clank" sound. The grinding sound is like being next door to a typical coffee grinder. Depends on how heavy a sleeper they are!
249638
No. Not designed for it. It might possibly work but the ground coffee would probably not feed efficiently thru the grinder.
1711817
No, it doesn't incorporate a grinder. We have a separate grinder so that we can grind to the consistency we like. It does make great lattes, cappuccinos, and coffee. The timer is a great feature the older model I replaced didn't have. We like it!
1189372
It GRINDS!!!, whole beans... also has grinder setting and more ... you can use ground coffee as well...
597455
It grinds but I don't know what kind of grinder it has. Be aware that the coffee doesn't come out very hot. We then heat some more in the microwave.
904082
Catherine, I had this same question when reviewing owners questions and answers on Amazon's site. All the reviews seemed to be talking about grinding their own beans, but I looked the coffee maker over real good and it looked to me that I could use already ground coffee from a can or a pouch. I bought it and sure enough it handles ground coffee just like any other coffee maker. Enjoy, it's working great. (The lighted clock "is" really bright but no bother to me. Hey ! It's in the kitchen not in the bedroom! LOL