Wilfa · Flat burrUniform+
A Tim Wendelboe-designed single-dose flat burr grinder with a built-in 0.1g precision scale in the lid, aimed at filter brewers who also want a workable espresso setting.
The short version
This is a filter-first grinder that happens to also do espresso, not the other way around, and the 41-step collar makes fine dialing for shots a compromise you have to accept.
If you brew mostly pour-over and Aeropress and want a genuinely uniform, low-retention grind with a scale built into the lid, it earns its keep; if espresso is your main event, look elsewhere.
Why people buy it
- 58mm flat burrs deliver genuinely uniform, low-retention output that punches above its price for filter brewing
- Dead simple to operate: fill hopper, pick a setting, press the one button, it auto-shuts-off when done
Why they don’t
- It is slow — noticeably slower than most competitors, which matters if you're grinding for a full pot or multiple drinks
The full tally
- 58mm flat burrs deliver genuinely uniform, low-retention output that punches above its price for filter brewing
- Dead simple to operate: fill hopper, pick a setting, press the one button, it auto-shuts-off when done
- Compact cylindrical footprint and included carry-friendly design make it easy to live with or take on the road
- Built-in 0.1g scale in the Uniform+ lid removes the need for a separate scale for dosing
- It is slow — noticeably slower than most competitors, which matters if you're grinding for a full pot or multiple drinks
- The 41-step adjustment is coarse enough that dialing in a specific espresso shot takes patience and you lose fine-tuning versus dedicated espresso grinders
- Owners report the integrated scale itself is a weak point, with several reviewers unhappy with its accuracy or usability compared to a standalone scale
What the community knows
Years of owner threads, distilled — well regarded.
Exceptional single-dose workflow and filter grind consistency make it a stepping-stone favorite for pour-over, but bearing durability questions, weak serviceability, and espresso ceiling ceiling keep the community treating it as temporary rather than long-haul — owners typically…
Convenience
speed and simplicity, day to day
Value
price-to-performance the community respects
Beginner fit
kind to first-timers
All 9 community measures
price-to-performance the community respects
shows up every morning, year after year
parts and repairs — you are never stranded
mods, guides, and community know-how around it
kind to first-timers
years before you outgrow or replace it
how far the cup can go, per dollar
speed and simplicity, day to day
Worth knowing before you buy — Most owners who move to espresso wish they had started with a grinder designed around espresso's narrower tolerance window.
The measurements
Scored 0–5 on the same rubric as everything on file — the words matter more than the numbers.
The measurements
0–5, one rubric- Espresso
- entry2.5
- Versatility
- do-anything4.5
- Built to last
- durable3.5
Position in the market
Every dot is a rival, measured the same way. The gold one is this.
- Lower half for espresso suitability
- a higher ceiling than 31 of the 154 grinders we’ve measured
- A value pick at this level
- 72% of grinders this capable cost more
- Lower half for build
- sturdier than 25% of the field, by the community’s own record
Every dot is a grinder measured on the same rubric. See the whole market
Living with it
The part spec sheets skip: counter space, upkeep, and what owners learn later.
The honest note — Owners who move deeper into espresso typically outgrow the Uniform+ and step up to a dedicated single-dose espresso grinder like a DF64-class or Niche Zero for finer stepless control, while filter-only brewers tend to keep it long-term since it already covers that use case well.
The full spec sheet
- Class
- Single dose
- Burrs
- 58mm flat
- Drive
- Electric
- Adjustment
- Stepped (micro)
- Clarity lean
- Clarity & sparkle
- Espresso suitability
- 2.5/5
- Brew versatility
- 4.5/5
- Retention
- ~1 g
- Single dosing
- Yes
- Hopper
- 75 g
- Maintenance
- 1.5/5
- Noise
- 1.5/5
- Build longevity
- 3.5/5
- Dimensions
- 12 × 20 × 28 cm
Before it arrives
What completes this grinder — the faded pieces can wait.
Coffee scale with timer — Espresso is a ratio. A 0.1g scale with a built-in timer is the single biggest consistency upgrade for any manual machine.
- Coffee scale with timer — Espresso is a ratio. A 0.1g scale with a built-in timer is the single biggest consistency upgrade for any manual machine.
- Dosing cup — Pairs with single-dose grinding — grind into the cup, swirl, and transfer to the portafilter cleanly.
- Grinder cleaning kit — Brushes and grinder tablets keep retention and stale grounds in check.
Feed it right
Week one is dial-in — and stale beans will lose it.
Coffee more than a few weeks past roast won’t extract predictably, and a new grinder gets blamed for it. These burrs lean bright — washed single-origins with real acidity are where they earn their price.
Pick your coffee — any of these dials in beautifully here:
Sergio - Brazillian Fazenda Joia Rara Aerobic FermentedSCA 88Medium-light · Cerrado Mineiro · Aerobic FermentedHoney · OrangeEnough brightness to show what this gear can separate.CA$29.18 · roasted to order
Honeycrest - Costa Rican Volcán AzulSCA 87Medium-light · West Valley · Red HoneyRaisins · Maple SyrupEnough brightness to show what this gear can separate.CA$19.50 · roasted to order
Wild Ember - Ethiopian Buno Dambi UddoSCA 92Medium roast · Odo Shakiso, Guji Zone, Oromia · NaturalBlueberry · MarmaladeEnough brightness to show what this gear can separate.CA$26.83 · roasted to orderWhole bean, dated, ready for your burrs the week it lands.
Roasted to order, daily, in Ajax, Ontario · ships Canada-wide. We’re the roastery behind this database — measuring the machines is how we make sure the coffee gets a fair shot.
On film
How it runs on camera, from around the community.
Common questions
What is the difference between the Wilfa Uniform and the Uniform+?
The Uniform+ adds an integrated precision scale (accurate to 0.1g) built into the grinder's lid, plus deeper app guidance, while the base Uniform ships with a standard plastic lid and no scale.
Is the Wilfa Uniform+ good for espresso?
It can grind fine enough for espresso, but the 41-step adjustment collar is coarser than dedicated espresso grinders, making fine dialing harder. It performs best as a filter and all-round brew grinder that can also do espresso in a pinch.
How many grind settings does the Uniform+ have?
It has 41 settings adjusted by rotating the bean hopper, spanning espresso through cold brew.
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