I bought this spice grinder to use with a BBQ rub recipe that calls for whole spices to be toasted and ground.  It works perfectly and quickly: it has plenty of power. The whole spices were reduced to a great rub consistency in a couple of pulses.  Cuisinart has been my favorite brand of small kitchen appliances and cookware for 30 years.  I have never been disappointed with a Cuisinart product.