Capresso Coffee Grinders: Models, History and Alternatives

Capresso helped make conical-burr grinding familiar to mainstream American coffee drinkers. The Infinity family remains the brand’s best-known grinder, but the catalog also includes disk-burr and blade products serving very different expectations. Here is the lineup, the naming logic, and the clearest upgrade paths.

Editorial note: Espresso Outlet does not sell Capresso grinders. Model numbers, finishes, and availability can change; current references below are based on Capresso’s official US catalog as reviewed in September 2026.

Capresso alternatives at a glance

Capresso history

Capresso launched in 1994 with a name combining “cappuccino” and “espresso.” It developed coffee makers, grinders, kettles, and espresso appliances for the US market and is now associated with JURA Inc. Its grinder reputation was built largely on offering accessible conical-burr machines through broad retail distribution.

Capresso grinder model directory

Infinity 560 and 565

Both use the familiar Infinity conical-burr architecture and a 16-position collar divided into coarse, regular, fine, and extra-fine ranges. The important difference is construction and finish: 560 versions use a lighter ABS body, while 565 references identify the heavier die-cast/metal presentation. Do not assume the heavier case changes the underlying adjustment resolution.

Infinity Plus 570 and 575

The Plus family adds a more prominent quantity selector and updated presentation. Model 570 is the lighter housing and 575 the stainless/metal version. Like any timer-based grinder, the selected “cups” represent run time rather than a measured coffee mass. Weighing output is the more accurate method for recipe control.

Grind Select

The Grind Select targets the step between blade grinders and premium conical-burr equipment. Its disk-burr mechanism and stepped controls suit automatic drip and similar methods. Buyers should not interpret “disk burr” as equivalent to the larger, precisely supported flat burrs in an espresso-focused specialty grinder.

Cool Grind blade models

Cool Grind models are compact and inexpensive. They chop rather than mill coffee, so users control the result by pulsing and observing. They are best for casual use or a separate spice-grinding role; a burr model is the first upgrade for anyone troubleshooting sour, bitter, or inconsistent brews.

Capresso for espresso: realistic expectations

The Infinity’s extra-fine range may operate with some pressurized baskets, but serious espresso requires both fineness and very small adjustment increments. A grinder can grind “fine enough” yet still jump from a fast shot to a choked shot in one click. The SK40 addresses that with stepless control. The DF54 is suited to buyers who want a flat-burr single-dose system and room to explore espresso and filter.

Maintenance and used-buying checklist

• Unplug before removing the hopper or upper burr.
• Seat the upper burr and alignment tabs exactly as the manual shows; incorrect assembly can prevent fine grinding.
• Do not wash burrs or the motor base.
• Check the hopper tabs and timer knob on used units.
• Expect dark-roast oils to require more frequent brushing.
• Match replacement parts to the full 560/565/570/575 model number.

Capresso grinder FAQs

What is the difference between Infinity and Infinity Plus?

The Plus platform updates the quantity-selection interface and styling. Exact finish and construction depend on the model number.

What is the difference between 560 and 565?

They are primarily housing/finish variants: 560 is the lighter ABS version and 565 the heavier metal presentation.

Are Capresso “cup” settings accurate doses?

They are timed estimates, not weight measurements. Bean type, setting, and hopper level change grams per second.

Can the Infinity grind for espresso?

It may work for forgiving pressurized baskets, but the stepped adjustment can be limiting for precise traditional espresso.

Why will my Infinity not grind fine after cleaning?

A common cause is an upper burr or hopper that was not correctly seated. Consult the official guide rather than forcing the collar.

Which Capresso is best?

For brewed coffee, the Infinity/Infinity Plus conical-burr models are the strongest choices in the line. For serious espresso, compare a dedicated specialty grinder.

Final perspective

Capresso’s catalog makes sense as a ladder: blade, entry disk burr, then Infinity conical burr. The Infinity remains a reasonable brewed-coffee starting point; the next meaningful step is not simply a fancier housing, but tighter adjustment, stronger burr support, and a workflow suited to your brewing.

Sources and further reading

• Capresso official grinder collection
• Infinity Plus official product information
• Grind Select official product information
• Capresso support guides
• About Capresso

Last reviewed: September 2026.