Libra Coffee Grinder vs. [Competitor]: Which is Better?

Okay, so I’ve been on this whole “perfect coffee at home” journey, and let me tell you, it’s been a process. I started with pre-ground, then got a cheap blade grinder, and the coffee was… okay. But I kept hearing about burr grinders and how much better they are. So, I finally decided to grab the Libra Coffee Grinder, and here’s how it all went down.

First, I unboxed this thing. It looked pretty slick, not gonna lie. All stainless steel and minimalist. Way better than my old plastic one.

Then, I had to figure out how to use it. I am not a manual person, I always do things in my way. So I just put some beans in and played around with it.

• Bean Hopper: This is where the whole beans go. Easy enough. I filled it up, probably a bit too much the first time.
• Grind Size Selector: this one has many settings, which is so much better than my old one, I can choose different settings for various brewing ways!
• The Start Button: this one is the esay part, push it, then it starts.

My first grind? A bit of a mess, honestly. I think I had it set way too fine. I tried to make a pour-over, and the water just… sat there. It took forever to drain. I think I ended up to get the coarse setting.

The next day, I read some advice online (who read manual, right?). Then I used the Libra again for my French press. Much better! The coffee was noticeably smoother, less bitter, and just… richer. It was a definite upgrade.

I’ve been experimenting with different grind settings for different brewing methods. It’s been kind of fun, actually. I used to just dump coffee in and hope for the best, but now I’m actually thinking about things like “extraction” and “bloom.” Who am I becoming?

So, the Libra? It’s been a good purchase. It’s not perfect, and there’s definitely a learning curve. It’s also kind of loud, like most grinders, I guess. But the coffee I’m making now is so much better than before. I’m actually enjoying the whole process of making coffee, not just drinking it. It’s become a little morning ritual, and I’m here for it.