Choosing the Right Grinder Size: Complete Size Guide
Find the perfect grinder size for your usage needs and lifestyle
Size is just one factor to consider when choosing a grinder. You'll also want to decide between 2-piece, 3-piece, or 4-piece designs based on your functional needs.
⚡ Quick Size Selector
→ Small (40-50mm)
→ Medium (55-65mm)
→ Large (70-90mm)
| Size | Diameter | Capacity | Best For | Portability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 40-50mm | 0.5-1g | Personal/Travel | Excellent |
| Medium | 55-65mm | 1-3g | Daily Use | Good |
| Large | 70-90mm | 3-7g | Groups/Home | Limited |
Small Grinders (40-50mm): Ultra-Portable
Capacity & Processing:
- Processing capacity: 0.5-1 gram per grind
- Dimensions: Fits in coin pocket or small pouch
- Weight: 50-80 grams (ultra-lightweight)
- Grind time: 10-15 seconds for full capacity
✅ Perfect For:
- Solo personal use only
- Frequent travelers
- Discrete carrying needs
- Festival/concert attendees
- Minimal storage space
- Budget-friendly option
❌ Not Ideal For:
- Group sessions (3+ people)
- Processing large amounts
- Kief collection focus
- Larger hands (harder to grip)
Small grinders work best as travel/backup grinders paired with a larger home grinder. Perfect for on-the-go situations.
Small grinders require proper loading technique to avoid overpacking - never fill beyond 70% capacity.
Medium Grinders (55-65mm): The Sweet Spot
Capacity & Processing:
- Processing capacity: 1-3 grams per grind
- Dimensions: Fits in most pockets, bags easily
- Weight: 100-150 grams (balanced)
- Grind time: 15-20 seconds for full capacity
✅ Perfect For:
- Daily personal use
- Small group sessions (2-3 people)
- Balance of capacity & portability
- Primary home grinder
- Most versatile size
- Regular kief collectors
- All-purpose grinding
❌ Consider:
- Slightly bulkier for pockets
- May be small for large groups
- Not ultra-discrete carry
Medium grinders are the most popular size for good reason - they handle 90% of situations perfectly. Best value for money.
Large Grinders (70-90mm): Maximum Capacity
Capacity & Processing:
- Processing capacity: 3-7 grams per grind
- Dimensions: Requires bag or large pocket
- Weight: 200-300+ grams (substantial)
- Grind time: 20-30 seconds for full capacity
✅ Perfect For:
- Large group sessions (4+ people)
- Home use primarily
- Heavy daily users
- Batch processing needs
- Serious kief collectors
- Dispensary/commercial use
- Impressive presentation
❌ Not Ideal For:
- Portable/travel use
- Solo personal sessions
- Discrete carrying
- Occasional users
Larger grinders collect more kief but require more thorough cleaning and maintenance. Budget extra time for proper care.
Large grinders are investment pieces for serious users. The extra capacity reduces grinding frequency during group sessions.
📍 Choose by Usage Scenario
Weekend Warrior
Best Choice: Small to Medium (50-60mm) - Covers occasional use without taking up space.
Daily Solo User
Best Choice: Medium (55-65mm) - Perfect balance for daily personal use with occasional friends.
Social Smoker Host
Best Choice: Large (70-90mm) - Handles group sessions efficiently without constant refilling.
Frequent Traveler
Best Choice: Small (40-50mm) primary + Medium backup at home for versatility.
Kief Collector Enthusiast
Best Choice: Large (70-90mm) 4-piece - Maximum surface area for kief collection.
❌ Common Size Selection Mistakes
Buying too small to save money
You'll outgrow it quickly and need to upgrade. Invest in medium for long-term satisfaction.
Getting large for solo use
Overkill for personal sessions. Large grinders are unnecessarily bulky and expensive for solo users.
Ignoring portability needs
Consider where you'll actually use it. Travelers need smaller sizes regardless of home preference.
One-size-fits-all thinking
Many users benefit from two grinders: small for travel, medium/large for home use.
📋 Quick Size Selection
Most Versatile
Medium 55-60mm
Best Travel Size
Small 45-50mm
Best for Groups
Large 75-90mm
Best First Grinder
Medium 60mm
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