Compare / Timemore C2 vs Timemore C3S
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Timemore C2 vs Timemore C3S (2026): which grinder fits you
Timemore C2 and Timemore C3S side by side. We pick no overall winner: the better one depends on how you brew.
| Timemore C2 | Timemore C3S | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Hand | Hand |
| Burr | 38 mm conical, stainless steel | 38 mm conical S2C660, stainless steel |
| Adjustment | stepped | stepped |
| Quiet | Yes | Yes |
| Single dose | Yes | Yes |
| Espresso | Limited | Limited |
| Moka pot | Yes | Yes |
| AeroPress | Yes | Yes |
| Pour-over | Yes | Yes |
| French press | Yes | Yes |
| Cold brew | Yes | Yes |
| Cheapest delivered to Lithuania | €94.51 | €71.89 better |
| Cheapest delivered to Latvia | €94.51 | €62.14 better |
| Cheapest delivered to Estonia | €96.86 | €72.99 better |
| Cheapest delivered to Poland | €102.06 | €72.99 better |
| Cheapest delivered to Finland | €98.03 | - |
| Cheapest delivered to Germany | €92.95 | €73.99 better |
A check mark shows the better value in a row where one is clearly better. Prices are delivered, with the cheapest in-stock shop per country.
Pick Timemore C2 if
- First hand grinder on a tight budget
- Pour-over and AeroPress drinkers
- Travel and small kitchens
Main complaint: Espresso is possible but very slow, and the adjustment range is narrow.
Pick Timemore C3S if
- Pour-over, AeroPress and French press
- Buyers who want a metal body on a budget
- Travel and single cups
Main complaint: Timemore lists about 83 microns per click, which is too coarse for dialing in espresso.
Questions
Which is cheaper delivered, Timemore C2 or Timemore C3S?
In Lithuania Timemore C3S is cheaper at €71.89 against €94.51 delivered. In Latvia Timemore C3S is cheaper at €62.14 against €94.51 delivered. In Estonia Timemore C3S is cheaper at €72.99 against €96.86 delivered. In Poland Timemore C3S is cheaper at €72.99 against €102.06 delivered. In Germany Timemore C3S is cheaper at €73.99 against €92.95 delivered.
Which suits espresso better, Timemore C2 or Timemore C3S?
Both are rated limited for espresso.