Overview
The Wilfa Svart is a Norwegian-designed grinder that has become a favorite in the Scandinavian specialty coffee scene. Designed in collaboration with World Barista Champion Tim Wendelboe, it features 40mm conical burrs optimized for filter coffee. The minimalist Scandinavian design is both beautiful and functional, and the grind quality for pour-over and batch brew is excellent for its price. The Svart is less suited for espresso than filter methods, but for dedicated filter coffee drinkers, it delivers outstanding performance with Nordic design sensibility.
The Wilfa Svart features a 40mm conical burr set, crafted from steel. The burrs spin at 450 RPM, a deliberately slow speed that minimizes heat buildup and preserves coffee aromatics. Grind retention is approximately 2.0g, typical for a hopper-fed workflow.
At $150, the Wilfa Svart is aimed at home baristas seeking a solid grinder without a premium price tag. With a 250g hopper, it's designed for a traditional hopper-fed workflow. The conical burr design is known for producing a slightly bimodal grind distribution, which many enjoy for its body and complexity in espresso.
The Wilfa Svart is weighing 2.0 kg, manufactured in Norway, powered by a 130W motor. Its footprint measures 128 x 175 x 293 mm (W×D×H).
Full Specifications
| Brand | Wilfa |
|---|---|
| Model | Wilfa Svart |
| Category | Conical Burr |
| Country of Origin | Norway |
| Year Introduced | 2015 |
| Burr Size | 40 mm |
| Burr Material | Steel |
| Burr Type | 40mm conical |
| Grind Speed | 450 RPM |
| Retention | 2.0 g |
| Single Dose | No |
| Stepless Adjustment | No |
| Hopper Capacity | 250 g |
| Motor Wattage | 130 W |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 128 x 175 x 293 mm |
| Weight | 2.0 kg (4.4 lbs) |
| MSRP | $150 |