Capresso Grinders: Complete Infinity, Burr and Blade Guide

Capresso’s grinder range contains three different mechanisms under one consumer brand: conical-burr Infinity models, lower-cost disk-burr grinders and compact blade grinders. Their cup selectors and similar black or stainless finishes can make them look more alike than they perform.

This guide maps the current and recently supported US lineup, decodes the 560/565 and 570/575 numbers, explains realistic espresso capability and matches each class with specialty alternatives available from Espresso Outlet.

Capresso history

Capresso launched in 1994; its name combines “cappuccino” and “espresso.” The brand developed coffee makers, grinders, kettles and espresso appliances for American home users and became part of the JURA organization. Its Infinity family helped place an accessible conical-burr grinder in mainstream kitchen retail.

Capresso’s market position is convenience-first home brewing, not high-end espresso profiling. The products can be a useful first step beyond pre-ground or blade-chopped coffee, but model names should not be treated as equivalent.

Complete current and recent Capresso grinder directory

Suffixes after the base model often indicate color, finish or retail package. They do not necessarily change the burr set. Check the complete SKU when buying parts.

Infinity 560 and 565

Both Infinity variants use a commercial-style conical-burr concept with 16 marked positions divided into extra-fine, fine, regular and coarse ranges. A mechanical timer controls how long the grinder runs. The upper burr removes for cleaning and the hopper collar sets the grind.

The major difference is the housing: 560 versions use a lighter ABS body, while 565 versions are associated with a heavier metal/die-cast presentation. The heavier case may feel more substantial and damp some vibration, but it does not add more grind steps. Buyers should not pay for the finish expecting a different adjustment system.

Infinity Plus 570 and 575

Infinity Plus keeps the 16-setting conical approach but adds a more prominent cup/quantity selector for batch preparation. Model 570 denotes the lighter body family; 575 denotes the metal-bodied presentation. This mirrors the 560-versus-565 distinction.

The quantity selector is an estimate based on time. It does not sense bean or ground-coffee mass. Once a brew recipe matters, weigh the output and use the cup control only as a repeatable starting point.

Infinity strengths

• Simple collar with clearly grouped brew ranges.
• Conical burrs are much more repeatable than blades.
• Slow grinding and a timer suit routine batch brewing.
• Removable upper burr simplifies brushing.

Infinity limitations

• Sixteen steps are broad compared with espresso-focused adjustment.
• The grounds bin and chute retain coffee.
• Cup markings estimate volume rather than weighing dose.
• Parts and calibration are consumer-appliance rather than commercial.

Grind Select 597 and Coffee Burr Grinder 559

The Grind Select is a compact disk-burr grinder with stepped coarseness and quantity controls. It targets drip, cold brew and French press more than demanding espresso. The earlier 559 family occupies a similar entry burr category. “Disk burr” is still a burr system, but construction, carrier rigidity and adjustment resolution are more modest than a specialty flat-burr grinder.

If price is the deciding factor, these models offer better repeatability than a blade. If the goal is unpressurized espresso, upgrading once to a grinder designed for small adjustments is usually more economical than repeatedly replacing entry appliances.

Cool Grind blade family

Cool Grind references such as 501 and 503 use a blade chamber with pulse operation. Model numbers often separate finishes or cord-storage details. They can chop coffee, nuts or spices, but the random impact produces fines and boulders together. For coffee, dose consistency and extraction suffer even when the average particle size looks correct.

Can Capresso Infinity grind espresso?

It can produce fine coffee and may work with pressurized or dual-wall baskets, which tolerate a wider particle distribution. With an unpressurized basket, the shot often needs an adjustment between two available clicks. That is a resolution problem, not simply a “fine enough” problem.

Espresso also exposes retained grounds. A timer may deliver the same motor duration but a different mass or mix of fresh and old coffee. Users who want to dial in by flow should choose stepless or much finer stepped adjustment.

Closest Espresso Outlet alternatives

• Turin SK40 — conical burrs and stepless espresso adjustment; best conceptual upgrade from Infinity.
• Turin DF54 — 54 mm flat burrs and low-retention single dosing for espresso and filter.
• Eureka Mignon Specialita — hopper-fed timed espresso dosing for buyers who want Infinity-style convenience at a specialty level.

Cleaning and troubleshooting

1. Unplug the grinder and empty the hopper.
2. Run remaining beans out before removing the upper burr.
3. Brush dry coffee from burrs, threads and chute; do not wash the motor or burr carrier.
4. Seat the upper burr and hopper at the documented alignment marks.
5. If the grinder will not run after cleaning, recheck the hopper interlock and burr-carrier position.
6. Adjust finer while running when beans are loaded to avoid trapping fragments.

An Infinity that suddenly will not grind fine is often assembled one indexing position incorrectly after cleaning. Do not force the collar; consult the exact manual and reseat the upper burr.

Capresso grinder FAQs

What is the difference between Infinity and Infinity Plus?

Both use 16-position conical adjustment. Plus emphasizes a larger quantity-control interface for batch grinding.

What is the difference between 560 and 565?

They mainly indicate lighter ABS versus heavier metal/die-cast body treatments, not extra grind settings.

What is the difference between 570 and 575?

The same body distinction applies within the Infinity Plus family: 570 is lighter; 575 is the metal-bodied presentation.

Are cup settings accurate doses?

They are timed estimates, not weight measurements. Bean density and grind setting change output.

Can Infinity grind espresso?

It can work with some pressurized baskets, but serious unpressurized espresso usually needs finer adjustment resolution.

Is Grind Select a burr grinder?

Yes, it uses a disk-burr mechanism. It is an entry brewed-coffee grinder rather than a commercial-style flat-burr platform.

Is Cool Grind a burr grinder?

No. Cool Grind models use blades.

Why will my Infinity not grind after cleaning?

The upper burr or hopper interlock may be misaligned. Unplug it and reinstall components according to the model manual.

Can I wash the burrs?

Use a dry brush unless the manual explicitly says otherwise. Metal burrs and internal carriers should not be soaked.

Can I grind oily dark roast?

You can, but surface oils increase buildup and require more frequent chute and burr cleaning.

Which Capresso model is best?

Infinity Plus 575 is the most substantial traditional configuration; the right choice still depends on brew method rather than finish.

What is the best espresso upgrade?

SK40 for conical stepless single dosing, DF54 for flat burrs, or Specialita for timed hopper dosing.

Does Espresso Outlet sell Capresso?

Not as a regular new grinder line. The linked models are specialty alternatives.

Dialing in Infinity for drip, pour-over and French press

The four labeled ranges are broad starting zones. For automatic drip, begin in Regular and adjust one click at a time. If the brew runs quickly and tastes sharp or hollow, move finer; if it drains slowly and tastes dry or bitter, move coarser after confirming dose and water. Pour-over often lands between Fine and Regular, depending on brewer and dose. French press usually begins in Coarse, though an excessively coarse setting can produce a weak extraction.

Do not change grind, coffee dose and water temperature simultaneously. Record the setting and brew time so the grinder’s sixteen positions become a usable recipe map rather than decorative labels.

Infinity calibration and upper-burr seating

The removable upper burr must return in the correct orientation. If it sits one index position out, the collar labels no longer correspond to the intended gap and the machine may appear unable to grind fine. Forcing the hopper can damage plastic tabs. Remove coffee, unplug the grinder, align the burr carrier with the manual’s marks and verify smooth collar travel before running it.

A gradual loss of fineness is different from a sudden post-cleaning change. Gradual change may reflect burr wear or packed oils; sudden change usually suggests assembly or a foreign object. Never reach into the chamber while plugged in.

Retention and timed dosing on Capresso grinders

The grounds bin, anti-static features and cup selector simplify batch brewing, but coffee remains in the burr chamber and chute. When changing grind size, the first output includes particles made at the previous setting. Purging a small amount improves accuracy, though it also wastes coffee. Single-dose specialty grinders are designed to reduce this compromise.

Timed cup controls work best when the same beans remain in the hopper at a similar fill level. A dark, brittle roast and a dense light roast can deliver different grams during the same setting. Calibrate the cup selector with a scale for the coffee being used.

Infinity versus modern specialty grinders

Who should keep a Capresso?

A user brewing a full pot with medium roast every morning may value the Infinity’s hopper and timer more than single-dose ritual. The grinder is doing its job if brew time and flavor are repeatable. Upgrade when espresso control, frequent bean changes or cleaner single-cup dosing becomes the actual priority.

Sources

• Capresso current coffee grinders
• Infinity Plus specifications
• Capresso Grind Select
• Capresso manuals and support
• Capresso company history

Last reviewed September 2026. Verify current SKU, finish and warranty with the manufacturer.