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Fellow Ode Brew Grinder Gen 2: the downsides first

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#3 of 8
$$$Electric burrScore 3.8/5
24%
of Amazon ratings are 1–2 stars
(checked 2026-10-11)Small sample (about 710 ratings).

Among the most consistent and quietest grinders in Serious Eats' and Food & Wine's tests, with 64 mm flat burrs. But it can't grind for espresso, it jams if the cup is misaligned, and 24% of its Amazon ratings are 1-2 stars, with jamming as the main complaint.

Top complaints

  • Jams and clogs

    Jamming is the one negative aspect on Amazon, and owners report constant clogging and more maintenance than expected. Serious Eats found grounds back up into the burrs if the catch cup isn't directly under the chute.

    Source: Amazon.com product page (Customers say), Serious Eats
  • No espresso, small batches

    Food & Wine and Serious Eats say it can't grind for espresso. Wirecutter says it holds too little for more than two people and lacks convenience features.

    Source: Food & Wine, Serious Eats, Wirecutter
  • Pricey; mess reports vary

    Serious Eats says you may be paying extra for design, and value is mixed on Amazon. Wirecutter found it noticeably messy, with the on/off button too close to the counter, while messiness and anti-static are mixed aspects on Amazon.

    Source: Serious Eats, Wirecutter, Amazon.com product page (Customers say)

What owners love

  • Outstanding consistency

    Serious Eats found a negligible amount of fines and boulders, one of the most consistent grinders it tested. Food & Wine calls the grind quality outstanding.

    Source: Serious Eats, Food & Wine
  • Quiet

    The quietest grinder in Serious Eats' test; Food & Wine found it on the quieter end of average. Noise level is positive on Amazon.

    Source: Serious Eats, Food & Wine, Amazon.com product page (Customers say)
  • Near-zero static and retention

    Food & Wine says every tenth of a gram came out, with no need to spritz beans. Serious Eats' editor says its anti-static tech keeps counters clean.

    Source: Food & Wine, Serious Eats
Good for
  • Pour-over, drip, AeroPress and cold brew
  • Quiet mornings
  • Single-dosing with almost no retention

Scores (tap for why)

What experts say

  • Serious Eats: Most versatile coffee grinder (for everything but espresso); it can jam if the cup is misaligned and you may pay extra for design.
  • Food & Wine: Best grinder for pour-over; cons are the price and no espresso.
  • Wirecutter (NYT): Worth considering for pour-over fans who care about looks; otherwise small capacity, limited range, an awkward button and noticeable mess.
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