I purchased these after the Chef'N one I bought broke. That one was cheaper, but you really do get what you pay for. These grinders are a little large, which is perfect for me because I needed them for cooking. They are smooth and don't get the counters messy with overflow because they pour from the top. I especially like that I don't have to refill them all the time. The only reason they don't get 5 stars is because they require two hands to grind, and I really wish OXO made a version that could be single hand operated.