Tempo USB Grinder
Black / USB
$189.00
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Tempo USB Grinder
Cordless grind, on a charge.
$189.00
Sale price
$189.00
Regular price
- A week per charge: The 1,200 mAh battery holds up to a week of daily grinding.
- Cleaner-tasting cup: The ceramic burr crushes beans evenly, where blades chop them.
- 3-5 cups per press: Load up to 0.9 oz (25 g), press once, it stops by itself.
- Rinses under the tap: Jar, hopper and ceramic burr pop out, and the burr never rusts.
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Rechargeable electric coffee grinder · Ceramic conical burr · USB-C, 1,200 mAh battery · Up to 25 g of beans per grind · Black or white
Cordless. See-through. Charged off a phone block or power bank. The Tempo is the grinder that fits in a drawer, runs on a charge, and turns whole beans into fresh grounds without a cord in sight.
The Tempo USB Grinder is a rechargeable electric burr grinder with a ceramic conical burr, USB-C charging, and a built-in 1,200 mAh battery that holds up to a week of daily grinding on a single 3-hour charge. Compact cylinder shape, 19.1 cm tall and 7.6 cm wide, it grinds up to 25 g of beans at a time · enough for three to five cups of drip coffee. Drop in your beans, press once, and watch the grounds collect in the clear catch jar.
Cordless grind, on a charge.
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Specifications
Body materialPlastic body, clear catch jar
Burr type
Ceramic conical burr
Capacity
Up to 25 g beans per grind · 3 to 5 cups
Dimensions
H 19.1 cm × Ø 190 × 75 mm
Weight
About 520 g
Battery
1,200 mAh built-in · up to a week of daily grinding per charge
Charging
USB-C, cable included · about 3 hours to full
Operation
One-touch button · auto-stops when beans run out
In the box
Grinder, USB-C cable, manual
Colors
Black, White
Best for
Drip, pour-over, AeroPress
Care & maintenance
The burr, hopper and chamber lift out for cleaning, so the Tempo wipes down in seconds and the ceramic burr lasts for years.
- Rinse the washable parts: The catch jar, hopper and ceramic burr pop out and rinse clean under the tap. The ceramic burr never rusts, so a quick wash keeps oils from building up.
- No water on the motor: Wipe the plastic top section with a damp cloth, but never submerge it. The motor housing is the one part that stays dry.
- Charge every few weeks: Even if unused, the battery holds longer when cycled occasionally. Plug in overnight, unplug in the morning.
- Store open: Leave the lid off when not in use so trapped moisture evaporates. Closed lids trap humidity and turn old grounds into mold.
Frequently asked
What grind does it produce?
An even, consistent medium grind that suits drip machines, pour-over cones and AeroPress beautifully. The ceramic burr crushes beans uniformly instead of chopping them like a blade grinder, so your cup tastes cleaner.
How many days of grinding does the Tempo get from one 3-hour USB-C charge?
Up to a week of daily grinding. The built-in 1,200 mAh battery fills in about 3 hours from a phone charger, a laptop or a power bank.
How much can it grind at once?
Up to 25 g of beans per grind, enough for three to five cups. It stops on its own once the beans run out, so you never grind an empty chamber.
Why ceramic burrs instead of steel?
Ceramic stays cooler during grinding, so heat does not cook the coffee oils. It is also quieter than a blade grinder and will never rust.
Can I use it while it charges?
It is built to run on battery power, so the design is simple by intent: charge it up, then grind cord-free anywhere · kitchen, desk, suitcase or campsite.
Can I wash the burr under the tap?
Yes. The catch jar, hopper and ceramic burr lift out and rinse under running water, and ceramic never rusts. Keep water off the motor section and wipe it with a damp cloth.
Will the 7.5 in Tempo grinder fit in a kitchen drawer or a suitcase?
Yes. It is 19.1 cm tall and 7.6 cm wide (190 x 75 mm) and weighs about 520 g, with no base or cord to pack.
Black or white Tempo: is there any difference beyond the color?
No. Both colors have the same ceramic conical burr, 1,200 mAh battery and clear catch jar, and grind up to 25 g of beans at a time. Pick the one that suits your counter or desk.
Do you sell a rechargeable cordless electric grinder?
Two. The Tempo USB Grinder has a ceramic conical burr, a 1,200 mAh battery charged over USB-C, grinds up to 25 g at a time and stops on its own, for drip, pour-over and AeroPress. The Le Modèle Burr Grinder is a brushed stainless steel cylinder with conical burrs, USB-C charging and one-button operation, 7.1 cm wide.
What grind size for AeroPress?
Medium-fine, between pour-over and espresso, adjusted by steep time. The Tempo USB Grinder lists AeroPress among its uses and grinds up to 25 g at a time, cordless. The Precision Manual Grinder dials anywhere from espresso-fine to coarse. French Press & Co. does not sell the AeroPress itself.
Can a cheap cordless grinder handle espresso?
The Tempo USB Grinder is listed for drip, pour-over and AeroPress, not espresso. For espresso, choose the Pro Burr Grinder with 25 settings starting at espresso-fine, or a hand grinder with fine click steps like the Diamond Manual Grinder (0.08 mm per click).
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Questions
Frequently asked.
What grind does it produce?
An even, consistent medium grind that suits drip machines, pour-over cones and AeroPress beautifully. The ceramic burr crushes beans uniformly instead of chopping them like a blade grinder, so your cup tastes cleaner.
How many days of grinding does the Tempo get from one 3-hour USB-C charge?
Up to a week of daily grinding. The built-in 1,200 mAh battery fills in about 3 hours from a phone charger, a laptop or a power bank.
How much can it grind at once?
Up to 0.9 oz (25 g) of beans per grind, enough for three to five cups. It stops on its own once the beans run out, so you never grind an empty chamber.
Why ceramic burrs instead of steel?
Ceramic stays cooler during grinding, so heat does not cook the coffee oils. It is also quieter than a blade grinder and will never rust.
Can I use it while it charges?
It is built to run on battery power, so the design is simple by intent: charge it up, then grind cord-free anywhere · kitchen, desk, suitcase or campsite.
Can I wash the burr under the tap?
Yes. The catch jar, hopper and ceramic burr lift out and rinse under running water, and ceramic never rusts. Keep water off the motor section and wipe it with a damp cloth.
Will the 7.5 in Tempo grinder fit in a kitchen drawer or a suitcase?
Yes. It is 7.5 in tall and 3 in wide (190 x 75 mm) and weighs about 1.1 lb (520 g), with no base or cord to pack.
Black or white Tempo: is there any difference beyond the color?
No. Both colors have the same ceramic conical burr, 1,200 mAh battery and clear catch jar, and grind up to 0.9 oz (25 g) of beans at a time. Pick the one that suits your counter or desk.
Do you sell a rechargeable cordless electric grinder?
Two. The Tempo USB Grinder has a ceramic conical burr, a 1,200 mAh battery charged over USB-C, grinds up to 25 g at a time and stops on its own, for drip, pour-over and AeroPress. The Le Modèle Burr Grinder is a brushed stainless steel cylinder with conical burrs, USB-C charging and one-button operation, 2.8 in wide.
What grind size for AeroPress?
Medium-fine, between pour-over and espresso, adjusted by steep time. The Tempo USB Grinder lists AeroPress among its uses and grinds up to 25 g at a time, cordless. The Precision Manual Grinder dials anywhere from espresso-fine to coarse. French Press & Co. does not sell the AeroPress itself.
Can a cheap cordless grinder handle espresso?
The Tempo USB Grinder is listed for drip, pour-over and AeroPress, not espresso. For espresso, choose the Pro Burr Grinder with 25 settings starting at espresso-fine, or a hand grinder with fine click steps like the Diamond Manual Grinder (0.08 mm per click).
Tempo USB or Le Modèle: which portable electric coffee grinder should I get?
Both charge over USB-C and run without a cord. The Tempo USB Grinder has a ceramic conical burr, a plastic body, a clear catch jar and takes up to 25 g per grind. Le Modèle Burr Grinder is a brushed stainless steel cylinder with conical burrs, a transparent catch chamber and one-button operation. Pick the Tempo for price, Le Modèle if you prefer a steel body.
I want a small electric coffee grinder for one or two mugs a day. What do you have?
The Tempo USB Grinder is the small one: a ceramic conical burr, a 7.5 in tall cylinder, USB-C charging, and up to 25 g of beans per grind, which the page says is enough for three to five cups of drip coffee. It stops by itself when the beans run out. If you would rather have a mains-powered grinder with a numbered dial, the Precision Dial Grinder is a compact electric burr grinder too. Electric grinders: our electric grinders.
I need a large capacity coffee grinder for a 34 oz French press and guests. Which one?
The Pro Burr Grinder is the high-volume one: a translucent hopper that holds about 8.8 oz (250 g) of whole beans and timed grinding set on the touch screen. The Tempo USB Grinder takes up to 25 g per grind. Hand grinders such as the Kona and the Heritage Hand Mill fill roughly 1 to 2 cups at a time, so they suit smaller batches. The press: The Signature Stainless Steel French Press, available in 34 oz.
I have arthritis in my hands and cranking a hand grinder hurts. What's the easiest grinder to use?
Choose an electric burr grinder so the motor does the work. The Precision Dial Grinder has a numbered dial you set once, then one press of a button; it comes with a US, UK or EU plug. The Tempo USB Grinder is a one-touch cordless grinder that stops by itself when the beans run out, charged over USB-C. Both have a removable part to tip out the grounds.
I work from a co-working space with a shared espresso machine but the grinder is always bad. Can I bring my own?
Yes, a small grinder you carry works. By hand, the Diamond Manual Grinder has a 12-click dial in 0.08 mm steps that its page calls tight enough for espresso, with a magnetic crank that pulls off for the bag. The Precision Manual Grinder dials from espresso-fine to French-press-coarse and measures 13.2 × 4.8 cm. The Tempo USB Grinder is cordless, but its page lists it for drip, pour-over and AeroPress, so I would not pick it for espresso. Grind right before you pull the shot.
How long does delivery take?
Orders are processed within 1 business day and shipped with tracking. The tracking link is emailed as soon as your order ships.
Can I return it?
Yes. You have 30 days after delivery to return an unused item in its original packaging for a full refund. Email contact@frenchpressandco.com first and we will guide you through it. Return shipping is at your cost unless the item arrived damaged or faulty.
What if it arrives damaged?
Tell us within 48 hours with a photo and we replace or refund it, return at our cost.