What Grinder Would You Recommend?

[joint_account]

Just a heads up to anyone repping the Flower Mill 2.0 Premium models (not the standard).

There have been several recent reports from members of the Vaporents community and elsewhere that the steel plate eventually rubs on the aliminium and causes shavings. This could be user error but given the 2.0 exists because of shaving issues with the 1.0 I would be wary and checking it frequently.

If you own the standard aliminium model without changeable plates then I believe you're okay as the issue appears to be caused by the harder metal (steel) rubbing against the softer metal (aliminium) and the standard version has no steel.

@Lank72 you have one of these right? I don't want to add to your woes but please keep an eye on yours!

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Another grinder that's let me down (kinda expected but this was quick!)

I picked up a Cournot grinder off Ali Express for £9 and its fucked me off an insane amount.

The produced grind is genuinely fantastic and it makes sense given its a clone of the SCS in terms of teeth.

The problem however, and its a massive fucking problem is that literally from the first turn on the first grind the anti-stick coating started shedding into the flower. I tried to remove it all and carry on but it just finds a way to shed from somewhere new. I was genuinely impressed with this but then they had to go and ruin it all.

If you're ever looking at chinese grinders just be a little careful. SS models will often be contaminated with lead and other metals and many aliminuim grinders, like this one can be a risk to your health.

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Pink Herb Shredder - Dragon Puff (white label grinder I believe).

If you're someone who buys hemp grinders like the SCS version then check this out. It's a little cheaper, has the same teeth and for me at least has been a nice option to have around. It does gunk up after a few g is put through it as you'd probably expect but for a non-plastic hemp grinder this does the job brilliantly. I got mine from Amazon for £8 and now I use it exclusively for CBD flower.

 

[OldBloke]

Just a heads up to anyone repping the Flower Mill 2.0 Premium models (not the standard).

There have been several recent reports from members of the Vaporents community and elsewhere that the steel plate eventually rubs on the aliminium and causes shavings. This could be user error but given the 2.0 exists because of shaving issues with the 1.0 I would be wary and checking it frequently.

If you own the standard aliminium model without changeable plates then I believe you're okay as the issue appears to be caused by the harder metal (steel) rubbing against the softer metal (aliminium) and the standard version has no steel.

New post automatically merged: 13th Apr, 2026

Another grinder that's let me down (kinda expected but this was quick!)

I picked up a Cournot grinder off Ali Express for £9 and its fucked me off an insane amount.

The produced grind is genuinely fantastic and it makes sense given its a clone of the SCS in terms of teeth.

The problem however, and its a massive fucking problem is that literally from the first turn on the first grind the anti-stick coating started shedding into the flower. I tried to remove it all and carry on but it just finds a way to shed from somewhere new. I was genuinely impressed with this but then they had to go and ruin it all.

If you're ever looking at chinese grinders just be a little careful. SS models will often be contaminated with lead and other metals and many aliminuim grinders, like this one can be a risk to your health.

New post automatically merged: 13th Apr, 2026

Pink Herb Shredder - Dragon Puff (white label grinder I believe).

If you're someone who buys hemp grinders like the SCS version then check this out. It's a little cheaper, has the same teeth and for me at least has been a nice option to have around. It does gunk up after a few g is put through it as you'd probably expect but for a non-plastic hemp grinder this does the job brilliantly. I got mine from Amazon for £8 and now I use it exclusively for CBD flower.

Thanks for the post!

I have the OG large swop plates Mill and a small fixed, I don't use them much after I discovered the Aroma 3 as that will chop anything with little hand effort.

With these mills I think the issue is mainly user error, using anything but the lightest of hand pressure with a mill results in some metal to metal friction and that's been the case through all the versions for some years now.

Don't overload them, don't press down more than a very light touch, let the mill do the work. I never had any metal dust issues.

And don't even consider using plastic or acrylic grinders!

 

[joint_account]

Thanks for the post!

I have the OG large swop plates Mill and a small fixed, I don't use them much after I discovered the Aroma 3 as that will chop anything with little hand effort.

With these mills I think the issue is mainly user error, using anything but the lightest of hand pressure with a mill results in some metal to metal friction and that's been the case through all the versions for some years now.

Don't overload them, don't press down more than a very light touch, let the mill do the work. I never had any metal dust issues.

And don't even consider using plastic or acrylic grinders!

I'm inclined to agree with you without owning the SS one myself. I didn't realise the SS version didn't have a plastic O-ring like the standard does. that feels like the fix for this for all but what do i know. I'm sure there's a reason they didn't do it.

idk if this helps anyone with grind technique on the mill, but give the bottom plate is what actually breaks the bud up, I gently push up and twist from the bottom rather than the top, seems to minimise the pressure and still get good grind results.

I see there's a few new copy cats of the Aroma 3, Troy and Jerry had a video on it yesterday, it looks good but less fun although it's only $100.

After my recent grinder purchases my mrs told me to go straight to end game and get a SS BCG or a Aroma 3. I think they're wonderful but at what point does the pricing start to show diminishing returns. I know its a buy for life but the aforementioned SS Flower Mill is only like £80 and that's a but for life type deal, is the Aroma 3/BCG producing a £40-£50 better grind? - Better experience for sure, but better grind?

In the end I opted for 2x Odin grinders. one of them SS and threadless, the other Gun Metal Aluminum and threadless. Works out about £140 inc shipping and tax. So about the same money as the Aroma 3/BCG but I figure the Gun Metal grinder at $25 would beat any grinder I could pay that for on Amazon, etc. so its a worthwhile back up to my basic flower mill imo.

I do really want a CH 3 piece grinder but that might just be because of SmackSalad to be honest.

 

[S.O.H™]

P.s do not use iso to clean mine melted

 

[OldBloke]

SNIP ... is the Aroma 3/BCG producing a £40-£50 better grind? - Better experience for sure, but better grind?

SNIP

I doubt it! But for me it beats all the rest and I've had many many and none

Aroma 3 uses a swoppable skateboard bearing, sealed. I replaced the original with a sealed ceramic bearing. Zero metal to metal contact in the grinder body, anywhere. Adjusting the bearing hight adjusts the gap between teeth so you can dial in a somewhat rougher grind if required.

For the first 1- 2 part turns a little hand pressure is required, then it just spins freely, whoosh, great for my pained hands, it does not need a clean as often as other types, had mine a year and not cleaned it, not sticky, zero jamming.

It just works. Also useful for defending against armed wombats, I wouldn't like to be hit by a flying Aroma!

 

[S.O.H™]

I doubt it! But for me it beats all the rest and I've had many many and none

Aroma 3 uses a swoppable skateboard bearing, sealed. I replaced the original with a sealed ceramic bearing. Zero metal to metal contact in the grinder body, anywhere. Adjusting the bearing hight adjusts the gap between teeth so you can dial in a somewhat rougher grind if required.

For the first 1- 2 part turns a little hand pressure is required, then it just spins freely, whoosh, great for my pained hands, it does not need a clean as often as other types, had mine a year and not cleaned it, not sticky, zero jamming.

It just works. Also useful for defending against armed wombats, I wouldn't like to be hit by a flying Aroma!

Mornings OB. Is a rougher grind more the norm and desirable in terms of grind lvl for let's say a D'Vinci iQ3? Or, is it preference and subjective again?

 

[OldBloke]

Mornings OB. Is a rougher grind more the norm and desirable in terms of grind lvl for let's say a D'Vinci iQ3? Or, is it subjective again?

Too many variables to say, whatever suits you, your herb and device works best

 

[S.O.H™]

Too many variables to say, whatever suits you, your herb and device works best

That's what I learnt at Brunel Uni. Too many variables to provide an accurate decisive answer!

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I would still recommend MC Grinder from Kurrupt FM

 

[joint_account]

I doubt it! But for me it beats all the rest and I've had many many and none

Aroma 3 uses a swoppable skateboard bearing, sealed. I replaced the original with a sealed ceramic bearing. Zero metal to metal contact in the grinder body, anywhere. Adjusting the bearing hight adjusts the gap between teeth so you can dial in a somewhat rougher grind if required.

For the first 1- 2 part turns a little hand pressure is required, then it just spins freely, whoosh, great for my pained hands, it does not need a clean as often as other types, had mine a year and not cleaned it, not sticky, zero jamming.

It just works. Also useful for defending against armed wombats, I wouldn't like to be hit by a flying Aroma!

It does look fun as hell! if I hadn't just spent 3k on finding the cat I would probably me a little more carefree with paying for one. Just for the fidget spinning at work its probably a great investment lol. It's a lovely bit of kit, I wonder how many more will flood the market now its been popular for a few years.

 

[S.O.H™]

It does look fun as hell! if I hadn't just spent 3k on finding the cat I would probably me a little more carefree with paying for one. Just for the fidget spinning at work its probably a great investment lol. It's a lovely bit of kit, I wonder how many more will flood the market now its been popular for a few years.

Aroma 3 for the fidget spin alone! I wonder how that would go down at my work me wandering about constantly spinning the god dame grinder ting-a-ling?

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It does look fun as hell! if I hadn't just spent 3k on finding the cat I would probably me a little more carefree with paying for one. Just for the fidget spinning at work its probably a great investment lol. It's a lovely bit of kit, I wonder how many more will flood the market now its been popular for a few years.

which cat? a persian cat? id like a manx cat

 

[OldBloke]

Aroma 3 for the fidget spin alone! I wonder how that would go down at my work wandering about constantly spinning the god dame ting-a-ling?

I may start using it to build up my atrophied arm muscles! It's heavy ... not particularly portable

 

[Lank72]

Just a heads up to anyone repping the Flower Mill 2.0 Premium models (not the standard).

There have been several recent reports from members of the Vaporents community and elsewhere that the steel plate eventually rubs on the aliminium and causes shavings. This could be user error but given the 2.0 exists because of shaving issues with the 1.0 I would be wary and checking it frequently.

If you own the standard aliminium model without changeable plates then I believe you're okay as the issue appears to be caused by the harder metal (steel) rubbing against the softer metal (aliminium) and the standard version has no steel.

@Lank72 you have one of these right? I don't want to add to your woes but please keep an eye on yours!

New post automatically merged: 13th Apr, 2026

Another grinder that's let me down (kinda expected but this was quick!)

I picked up a Cournot grinder off Ali Express for £9 and its fucked me off an insane amount.

The produced grind is genuinely fantastic and it makes sense given its a clone of the SCS in terms of teeth.

The problem however, and its a massive fucking problem is that literally from the first turn on the first grind the anti-stick coating started shedding into the flower. I tried to remove it all and carry on but it just finds a way to shed from somewhere new. I was genuinely impressed with this but then they had to go and ruin it all.

If you're ever looking at chinese grinders just be a little careful. SS models will often be contaminated with lead and other metals and many aliminuim grinders, like this one can be a risk to your health.

New post automatically merged: 13th Apr, 2026

Pink Herb Shredder - Dragon Puff (white label grinder I believe).

If you're someone who buys hemp grinders like the SCS version then check this out. It's a little cheaper, has the same teeth and for me at least has been a nice option to have around. It does gunk up after a few g is put through it as you'd probably expect but for a non-plastic hemp grinder this does the job brilliantly. I got mine from Amazon for £8 and now I use it exclusively for CBD flower.

Mine is fully stainless steel, including the plates so I don't think it will be an issue for me, plus I use it as intended with no top to bottom pressure and just circulating and letting the action do the work, but that for the heads up anyway

 

[joint_account]

Aroma 3 for the fidget spin alone! I wonder how that would go down at my work me wandering about constantly spinning the god dame grinder ting-a-ling?

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which cat? a persian cat? id like a manx cat

There's spinny ones popping up lately! It might be in your future lol.

You use an electric grinder at the moment don't you? Or is the one you shared the other day just one you like?



My cat that went missing, spent a fortune on gear looking for her! I swear you commented on the picture of her but in case you didn't here's the little cutie!

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Mine is fully stainless steel, including the plates so I don't think it will be an issue for me, plus I use it as intended with no top to bottom pressure and just circulating and letting the action do the work, but that for the heads up anyway

Pleased to hear it mate! - Hopefully its not a proper issue for most people but it'll be a shame if it is. I know people who have spent well over £150 with them on the 1.0 and 2.0 so it would suck for that to go to waste.

 

[S.O.H™]

I may start using it to build up my atrophied arm muscles! It's heavy ... not particularly portable

Hand motor function involves complex, coordinated movements driven by 34 muscles (intrinsic for precision, extrinsic for strength) acting on joints, primarily enabling grasping, manipulation, and tactile exploration and The Aroma 3.0 will provide this fact!

GL with the hands/arms

 

[LSK]

I got the Santa Cruz Shredder 2 piece; completely faultless so far...

 

[S.O.H™]

I got the Santa Cruz Shredder 2 piece; completely faultless so far...

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[Weedbie]

I've just bought a 2nd flower mill in 420 sales

Way I see it
70quid
12 months
365 days
19p a day

2 years use
Call it 10p a day

For me something I'm gonna use every single day and get a good mill from it, it's worth it

 

[joint_account]

Odin Grinders Review, Stainless Steel vs Gun Metal Aluminium​

I originally came across Odin Grinders while trying to find a decent stainless steel grinder that wasn’t stupid money. Jerry from 420 Vape Zone had reviewed them and that was enough for me to take a punt on one. I ended up buying both the stainless steel and gun metal aluminium versions because the aluminium one was only about $22 extra on top of the order.

I’ve got two ball vape setups at home, one upstairs and one downstairs, so it made sense having a grinder for each. My Flower Mill still gets used occasionally as a backup, but after using these it mostly stays in the drawer.

First thing worth mentioning is that Odin grinders are basically white label products. You’ll see the same grinder sold under different branding elsewhere. Personally I don’t really care about that if the actual grinder is good, and to be fair the Odin branding looks decent enough anyway. The stainless steel one especially has a nice clean look to it.

Both are three-piece grinders with magnetic lids. They also use a locking system on the bottom tray, so once the catch chamber is locked in place it doesn’t loosen itself while grinding. It’s a simple idea but actually pretty useful.

The stainless steel version is the clear winner when it comes to build quality. It weighs around 500g and feels properly solid in hand. Everything fits together tightly, there’s no rattling or movement anywhere, and it has that heavy premium feel you only really get from stainless steel grinders.

The aluminium version is way lighter at around 174g, which honestly does make it easier to use for longer sessions or if you’ve got hand pain or grip issues. The teeth are still sharp and it grinds really well, but the tolerances on the bottom tray lock aren’t as tight. When you grind back and forth there’s a small bit of movement in the tray. It still stays locked and works fine, it just feels a bit less refined compared to the stainless steel version.

The actual grind plate design looks odd at first because most of the holes are around the outer edge rather than spread evenly across the grinder. I thought it looked gimmicky before using it, but it genuinely works well. As you grind, the teeth naturally push the flower outward into the holes instead of letting it bunch up in the middle.

Both grinders give a medium consistency grind which works perfectly for vaping. You can still make it finer if you keep grinding longer or flip it upside down during use, but for most sessions I found the default consistency spot on.

Performance-wise they’re both effortless. The stainless steel one especially almost feels like the weight is helping do the work for you. The aluminium version takes slightly more effort but still cuts through flower easily.

One thing that impressed me was how they handled sticky flower. I had some Crystal Caviar during warmer weather recently and my Flower Mill absolutely hated it. Started clogging up almost immediately. Both Odin grinders handled the same flower without any issues.

Cleaning hasn’t really been much of a thing either. I’ve cleaned both once so far and neither actually needed it badly. The stainless steel grinder in particular seems to avoid buildup quite well. Over time bits that would normally stick to the walls seem to work themselves loose again instead of building up into that horrible sticky drag you get with cheaper grinders.

Compared to stuff like the BCG or Aroma 3, I’d still say those sit slightly above these overall. The BCG is smoother, and the Aroma 3 feels ridiculously refined. But they’re also a lot more expensive.

What surprised me is that the actual grinding performance isn’t massively different day to day. The Odins still grind exceptionally well. You’re mainly paying more at that level for refinement and feel rather than dramatically better performance.

The stainless steel Odin is the one I’d recommend without hesitation. At around $90 it feels like good value for what you’re getting, especially compared to other stainless steel grinders that go for much more. It feels like something you could realistically use for years without ever needing to replace.

The aluminium one at around $22 is still genuinely good value though. If you want something lighter or just need a backup grinder, it’s hard to complain for the money. The slight movement in the tray lock is my only real criticism.

At the end of the day, a grinder just needs to work properly and not become annoying after a few months of use. Both of these do the job well, but the stainless steel version is the one that actually feels special.

Disclaimer: Ai was used to organised my long ass review into something that makes sense. Its all my words just reordered to make me sound like less of a hill billy.