Took a long while to find one in stock, but it really cut down on the static. Worth the wait!
What a difference. Can't believe how much better coffee tastes at home. Worth every penny.
I know it’s listed as a single dose grinder but I have no problem grinding enough beans for a 7 cup pot as fast as I can pour ‘em in it. Consistent grind quality, day after day. I’m really glad I decided to get this one.
The grinder itself is great, as you’ve probably already heard, but I wanted to highlight a very positive customer service experience I’ve had with this retailer. Super responsive! If you know you want this grinder but not sure who to buy but from, I’d strongly recommend DFGrinders.
I read a lot of reviews and watched many videos trying to find a grinder for my recent Bambino purchase. New to making an espresso I was so frustrated but learned my grinder was not meant to grind fine enough for a quality espresso. I almost purchased the Breville Smart Pro grinder thinking it would line up well with the same brand name. Reviews were describing issues with not grinding fine enough and having to adjust the burrs manually to grind finer. For almost the same price the DF54 V4.1 allowed adjustments without messing with the burrs manually. Since fresh beans degas each adjustment is a breeze to continually dial in a quality espresso. I did need to get DWT tool at 0.23mm, puck screen and a different tamper with a Timemore scale to keep perfecting the espresso. My last piece to replace is the portafilter that came with the Bambino. A bottomless portafilter will allow me to perfect the espresso without the annoying drip from the plastic inside the boxed product portafilter. Of course this is manually stopping the Bambino since water output is too much. The details provided are additional tips that help perfect a quality espresso. A must is fresh beans meant for espresso. I firmly stand by purchasing the correct grinder and a good espresso machine. Both are the smoking gun to be on your way for your cafe espresso. Again being new to this process I was told by two guests who tasted my almond honey iced latte that the lattes were cafe quality. Another response was this is so good. The grinder has been in my possession for a little over two weeks and I was pleasantly surprised at their response since I am far from a experienced Barista. The grinder is quiet and I have not had any issues with clogging. Static is minimal so I am not spraying beans with water. To the consumer who wants to dial in their espresso shots the DF54 V4.1 is a quality product for the price. 100% satisfied with this product!
This is a solid cup. I got it because I didn’t like the idea of plastic. An 8oz mason jar also fits in my DF grinder so I’m not sure it was necessary but it works fine!
Only had this grinder a week but love it so far. Very quiet and really easy to use with fine settings. I like the bellows to blow the last of the grind out into the receptacle. Good value and well made.
After installing and setting the Premium Metal Dial Indicator on my DF54, my first thought was simple: this really should come standard with the grinder.
Obviously, you can use the DF54 without it, and plenty of people do. But once this indicator is properly set, it makes reading and returning to grind settings so much easier and removes unnecessary guesswork from the process.
Mine is now set exactly where I want it, and I honestly don’t know why I would ever want to use the grinder without it. It doesn’t fundamentally change what the DF54 can do. It simply makes using it less of a hassle, which is exactly what a good accessory should accomplish.
The only reason I’m giving it four stars instead of five is that after spending a significant amount of money on the grinder itself, I don’t think this should be an additional purchase. It feels less like an optional accessory and more like a piece that should have been included with the DF54 from the beginning.
The indicator itself? No complaints. It does exactly what I wanted it to do, and I wouldn’t want to use my DF54 without it.
If you’re buying a DF54, I recommend adding one. I just wish you didn’t have to.
I spent a lot of time researching grinders before buying the DF54, and I almost talked myself out of it because of some of the negative reviews and the price. I read about the issues people had reported, compared it against several other grinders, and went into this purchase knowing exactly what I wanted to watch for.
I’m very glad I bought it.
After living with the DF54 and using it every morning, I simply haven’t experienced the problems I was worried about. Instead, it has become one of those pieces of equipment that makes you wonder how you ever lived without it.
The workflow is simple, the adjustment is easy to understand, and most importantly, it has made a very real difference in the consistency and quality of my espresso. Once I got it dialed in, it just became part of the morning routine. No drama. No fighting with it. It sits there every morning like a loyal dog waiting for its chance to make its owner happy.
And it does.
If you’re researching the DF54 and hesitating because you’ve encountered some of the same negative reviews I did, or because the cost gives you pause, I can only speak from my own experience: mine has been excellent.
I was hesitant to spend this much on a grinder. Looking back, I should have done it sooner. Buying less expensive equipment only saves money when that equipment actually does the job you bought it to do. The DF54 does.
I would buy it again without hesitation.
Love the clarity and consistency produced making every cup i brew delicious. 10/10 would recommend!
Exactly what you would expect. Great for the price, zero complaints.
I got mine with the red titanium burrs and I love the consistency.
Original piece is plastic and breaks easy. This won't.
I'm new to the grinder world so I had to research; after researching for a while, I decided to go with the DF64 Gen 2. It's built solid, quiet, my coffee/espresso has been just as good as the local coffee shop. Definitely recommend the product.
I’m enjoying the DF64! It was slightly inconsistent at first but gives me 18g every time now. Nice finish, sturdy, and quick grinder. A little loud but doesn’t bother me.
They look amazing. Will install them next week. I will try a blind taste test to compare before and after.
