TIMEMORE S3 vs. C3S: Which one to choose?

The TIMEMORE S3 and C3S are both popular hand coffee grinders, but they are positioned for different user groups and purposes.

TIMEMORE C3S

The C3S is many specialty coffee beginners' first grinder.

Features include:

• High cost-effectiveness

• Metal body

• Even grinding quality

• Entry-level price range

Suitable for:

✓ Specialty coffee beginners

✓ Those with a limited budget

✓ Brewing 1-2 cups daily

TIMEMORE S3

The S3, on the other hand, is a popular choice for advanced users.

Features include:

• Finer grind adjustment

• More stable grind consistency

• Better user experience

• Suitable for users who pursue flavor performance

Suitable for:

✓ Advanced pour-over users

✓ Those who prefer light roast coffee

✓ Those seeking higher flavor resolution

How to choose?

If this is your first time buying a grinder:

The C3S will satisfy most of your needs.

If you've been into specialty coffee for a while and want to further improve your brewing quality:

The S3 would be a better choice.

APW's recommendation

Both the C3S and S3 offer excellent grinding quality.

The most important thing is to choose the right tool based on your budget and brewing needs, rather than blindly pursuing the highest specifications.

Further reading

• How to choose your first coffee grinder?

• Complete guide to HARIO Switch

• How to adjust grind size for pour-over coffee?