Comandante C40 MK4: made in Germany, 40 g

What the listing tells you

This listing is short and to the point. It gives the height as about 15.5 cm, or 18.5 cm with the handle fitted, and the diameter as 6 cm. The grounds container is about 6.5 cm high and 6 cm across. Capacity is listed as 40 g and the finish as brown walnut.

The burr is described as patented, durable stainless steel of the latest MK4 generation. The listing does not describe the burr shape, the number of settings or the size of each step.

Using it for different brews

Comandante says the C40 MK4 suits every preparation method, from espresso to filter. With a 40 g capacity, one fill covers a large pour-over or a couple of espresso doses. Because the click size is not stated, it is hard to judge from the listing alone how finely it can be tuned for espresso compared with grinders that publish this number.

Build and weight

Amazon lists the weight at 1.09 kg, which is heavier than the aluminium 1Zpresso grinders on this site. That extra mass can help it feel steady in the hand, but it is less ideal for packing into a travel bag.

The grinder is made in Germany. The listing does not mention what accessories, cases or brushes come in the box, so check before you buy if you want a travel case.

As with any hand grinder, the burr is the part that matters most over the years. Comandante describes the MK4 burr as durable, and the stainless steel body should wipe clean easily after use.

Choosing between Comandante and 1Zpresso

The 1Zpresso K-Ultra publishes 20 micron steps and an external dial, while the 1Zpresso J-Ultra goes down to 8 microns for espresso. If you want stated adjustment figures, those two give more to go on. The Comandante's appeal is its reputation, German build and all-method design.