Smeg 50s Style Retro Coffee Grinder White
CGF03WHAU
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Product Overview
Key Features
- 15 Grinding levels and 3 modes for superfine to medium
- 8 Pre-set functions including espresso and manual
- Anti-static system keeps grounds mess-free
- Stainless steel conical burrs for consistent results
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Smeg
- Model Number:
- CGF03WHAU
- Hopper Capacity (g):
- 240
- Controls:
- Knob, button, lever
Coffee & Drinks
- Includes Grinder:
- Yes
Power & Charging
- Power (W):
- 150
Options
- Programs:
- 8 Pre-set functions: Single Espresso, Double Espresso, 2 Cup, 4 Cup, 6 Cup, 8 Cup, 10 Cup, Manual
General Information
- Type:
- Coffee Grinder
- Family:
- Smeg 50's Style
- Colour:
- White
- Materials:
- Plastic, Stainless steel conical burrs
- Additional Features:
- Up to 50 degrees of fineness to grind at different grind grades, Anti-static system
- What's In The Box:
- 50s Style Retro Coffee Grinder White, 1 x Portafilter support, 1 x Aluminium dosing funnel, 1 x 130g ground coffee containers
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Coffee & Drinks
- Includes Grinder:
- Yes
Options
- Programs:
- 8 Pre-set functions: Single Espresso, Double Espresso, 2 Cup, 4 Cup, 6 Cup, 8 Cup, 10 Cup, Manual
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 345
- Product Depth (mm):
- 170
- Product Width (mm):
- 250
- Product Weight (kg):
- 4.78
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 345
- Box Width (mm):
- 250
- Box Depth (mm):
- 170
- Box Weight (kg):
- 5
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At a glance
The Smeg 50s Style Retro Coffee Grinder White is a stylish home grinder for espresso, filter, and plunger coffee. It suits home coffee enthusiasts who want flexible grind control, simple presets, and neat bench-top use. Its key strengths are consistent conical burr grinding, 50 fineness levels, and direct portafilter support. One limitation is that it is designed for home use rather than high-volume or specialist single-dose workflows.
What it’s great for
- Home espresso prep
- Filter coffee grinding
- Plunger coffee brewing
- Multi-cup household coffee sessions
- Bench-top kitchen use
Where it works best
- Home kitchen
- Apartment kitchen
- Small household coffee station
- Entertaining at home
Who it’s for
- Home barista
- Espresso beginner
- Everyday coffee enthusiast
- Style-conscious kitchen buyer
- Multi-brew coffee drinker
Things to consider
It offers strong versatility for home brewing, but specialist grinders may provide more precision for advanced espresso dial-in or single-dose workflows.
Grind consistency score
8/10 - conical burrs and broad fineness adjustment support consistent results for home espresso, filter, and plunger brewing.
Home barista suitability
8/10 - well suited to home users who want preset convenience, grind flexibility, and direct portafilter use.
Ease of cleaning
7/10 - anti-static design helps keep mess down, though it is still a burr grinder that benefits from regular cleaning.
Noise level rating
6/10 - typical for a 150 W home burr grinder, noticeable in use but suitable for everyday kitchen operation.
Key benefits
- Stainless Steel Conical Burrs: Helps produce a more consistent grind particle size for better flavour extraction across different brew styles.
- 50 Grind Fineness Levels: Gives you broad control to adjust from finer espresso settings to coarser plunger grinds.
- 8 Pre-set Programs: Makes it quicker to grind for common coffee doses including single espresso, double espresso, and up to 10 cups.
- 240 g Bean Hopper: Holds enough beans for multiple cups in one session before needing a refill.
- Portafilter Support Included: Lets you grind directly into a portafilter for easier espresso preparation.
- Anti-static System: Helps reduce stray coffee grounds for a tidier bench after grinding.
- Compact Footprint: Fits comfortably on kitchen benches while still offering multi-brew flexibility.
- Knob, Button and Lever Controls: Provides a straightforward hands-on interface for changing settings and operating the grinder.
Q: Can it grind directly into an espresso portafilter?
A: Yes. Smeg CGF03WHAU includes a portafilter support so grounds can go straight into the handle for espresso prep. It also comes with an aluminium dosing funnel, which helps keep the dose more controlled and the bench tidier.
Q: Is this Smeg grinder grind by weight or timed only?
A: No. Smeg CGF03WHAU does not offer grind-by-weight dosing or advanced digital controls. It uses 8 pre-set functions and manual operation instead, so dosing is based on the selected program or when you stop the grind yourself.
Q: How much bench space does the Smeg coffee grinder need?
A: Smeg CGF03WHAU suits most kitchen benches because it measures 345mm high, 250mm wide and 170mm deep. The compact footprint is useful in smaller kitchens, but the height still matters if it will sit under overhead cupboards.
Q: Can it grind enough beans for several cups in one go?
A: Yes. The bean hopper holds 240g, and the grinder has pre-set options from single espresso through to 10 Cup, plus Manual. That makes it practical for a few drinks in one session without refilling beans each time.
Q: Does the anti-static system really help keep grounds contained?
A: Yes. The anti-static system is designed to reduce loose grounds clinging around the chute and container, so dispensing is neater. It helps with everyday mess, but it does not turn grinding into a completely spill-free process.
Q: Can this grinder be used for cold brew coffee?
A: No. This model is not listed as cold brew capable. It is designed around espresso, filter and plunger grinding, so it is a better match for those brew methods than for buyers specifically shopping for a cold brew-focused grinder.