I have always used a basic blade grinder and was unsure if I wanted to commit the kitchen space to a larger appliance. After grinding some beans in this burr grinder I do think it's worth it. The grind is much more even than the blade grinder I'd been using. I am not a coffee snob but am a little picky and brew a Chemex every morning. I find the burr grinder set to 9 just right although some might prefer it a little finer. Deducting one star because in my staticky winter home grinds did get a bit messy on the counter and stick to the container.