Mornings just got that little bit sweeter with the Timemore Chestnut C3S Hand Grinder — a perfect blend of beauty and practicality. The successor to the much-loved C3, the C3S brings a few neat upgrades making it our top pick for budget-friendly hand grinders. This updated model features a full metal build — no plastic parts in the grind chamber — making it more durable and smoother to use. With a larger 25 g capacity, it’s more than enough for single brews at home or on the go. It houses Timemore’s signature S2C (spike-to-cut) conical burrs, delivering consistent, clean results that put it a step above standard entry-level grinders. Supported by dual ball bearings and a 12-step adjustment dial (~83 microns per click), the C3S offers straightforward control and a smooth grinding experience - ranging from espresso to filter. Each Timemore Chestnut C3S comes with a canvas carry pouch for safe storage and a brush for easy cleaning. If you’re looking for a reliable budget-friendly hand grinder that can do both filter and espresso, you can’t go past the Timemore C3s.
