Review: Wilma Svart Aroma Precision Grinder
Wilma Svart Aroma Precision Grinder (£135)
Review by Camilla Page
250g capacity hopper
Comes with a 5-year warranty if you buy directly from Wilfa (I did!)
5 grind settings with 32 steps in between - doesn't grind finely enough for espresso but not an issue as I use a French press for which there are 3 coarseness settings (coarsest one works best for me).
This model cost slightly more than the Wilfa Svart Coffee Grinder (£99) because it has a more powerful but slower motor so doesn't get as hot which is better for the flavour of the coffee.
Good bits:
Neat and compact (310mm L x 200mm W x 160mm H) (several other grinders were too large for our space)
Quick, simple and enjoyable to use
Not very loud
Not so good bits:
Once you've ground and collected your coffee, the machine tends to shed a bit more later on so it needs a few knocks/taps to get the remainder out, otherwise it drops everywhere! Not a major issue and hasn't put me off using it.
Online reviews highlighted two less desirable features, however not issues for me:
Square / unusual shape of the 'bin' that collects the coffee - I have actually found it pours out well and the corner shape collects the coffee easily
Static issue that leaves a bit of residual coffee in the bin – a few gentle taps fixes this