I bought this grinder and was happy with it until it stopped working 6-9 months after purchase. I grind for espresso and for french press and use it about once a week.Then it was replaced by the store I bought it at. Well the new one has worked a year and now it has also stopped working.I'm moving onto something else where I don't have to replace it again within a years time.I've actually been disappointed with Cuisinart products in the past 15 years (blender base broke) I think they've gone a cheaper route in motor, blades and quality, too bad.