Question 1

Had anyone compared this to the Capresso Infinity? Which one do you prefer?

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I use this for French Press along with the Bodum Columbia 8 cup pot.  I do NOT store beans in the large, clear plastic hopper.  Each time I make French Press, I measure (my preference) 51 grams of beans for one pot, using the Bodum setting for French Press.  I set it for 15 seconds and it grinds the 51 grams of beans in exactly 12 seconds.  The extra 3 seconds allows the grinder to clear.   For what its worth, when grinding 53 grams, it takes the full 15.   I prefer the Bodum glass container vs plastic Capresso,  the glass is definitely less static and looks better than plastic after cleaning.    I prefer the coarse grind of the Bodum, for me, it is more consistent.  Overall, if using for drip coffee, I prefer the Capresso medium grind - but not by much.    Bodum has a shut off feature should there be anything other than a coffee bean that gets into the grinder.  Capresso grinder does not have this feature and is problematic should that happen.  For oilier beans, neither is great and it is a must for both of these to be cleaned each time after a grinding of oily beans!  I actually prefer the Bodum matte plastic body over the Capresso shiny plastic, and don't feel the heavy Capresso zinc model adds any significant value for the upcharge.

Question 2

If I break the glass receiver can I replace it?

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The replacement part from Bodum is https://www.bodum.com/us/en/01-10903-01-32-component but it has been out of stock for 3 months.  I emailed Bodum to complain because  NOTHING takes three months to manufacturer.  They said it will be in stock in June.  To reply to another poster there IS NO LIST you can get on.  Bodums solution?  Check their web site daily and hope that "out of stock" changes to "in stock" and the hundreds of other people doing the same don't turn "in stock" back to "out of stock" before you know it.  What a CRAPPY company to do business with.

Question 3

My grinder stopped grinding this morning shook cleaned out no luck?

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From reading reviews on grinders, it seems they all have problems.  I've owned Capresso grinders, if they fail within the one year, Capresso will repair or replace.  When Capresso failed after the year, there was a fee to return and get refurb.  I have not yet had this grinder long enough to encounter a problem.   I just felt it was time to try a different brand.  I was hesitant to purchase the more expensive Baratza Encore, because as much as it gets some rave reviews, it also has reviews that report the same problems.   This unit will stop if a stone is in the beans.  I measure my 51 grams for each use, and only put that many in the hopper at one time.  I also look at them to check for any stones, and I purchase a quality bean, but I still check each time.  I also clean it once a week, I think that is important.   I don't try to grind more than the suggested amount noted in the instructions which clearly identifies it shuts down.   Good luck everyone...these grinders all seem to be problematic in the end.

Question 4

Does it have a setting for how many cups to grind?

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On the lid is a diagram showing general conversions for seconds & cups depending on what grind you want.  We grind with the setting just right of the middle and for one 20 second grind and one 5 second grind for 12 cups.  Note, empty it after the first 20 second grind or the grind cup may overflow.  You'll need to experiment with amount of coffee ground and grind setting for your taste.

ASIN	B0043095WW
Best Sellers Rank	#80,471 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #29 in Burr Coffee Grinders
Brand Name	Bodum
Capacity	7.75 ounces
Color	Black
Customer Reviews	3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars (8,378)
Included Components	Electric Coffee Grinder
Item Dimensions L x W x H	7.6"L x 7.1"W x 12.5"H
Item Type Name	Burr Coffee Grinder
Item Weight	7.75 Ounces
Manufacturer	BISTRO
Manufacturer Part Number	10903-01US
Manufacturer Warranty Description	2 year warranty
Material Type	Plastic
Model Number	10903-01US-3
Power Source	AC adapter
Recommended Uses For Product	Milling
Style Name	Premium Burr Grinder
UPC	699965310110 699965392154 699965049287
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Voltage	120 Volts
Wattage	160.00

Bistro Electric Conical Burr Coffee Grinder, Preset Timer, 12 Grind Settings, Black

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