Ceado E37S Review: Is It Worth It?
Hello from our coffee counter, I'm Sam. Commuters near Queens Borough Hall in Kew Gardens want coffee fast, so our espresso grinders must keep up. The Ceado E37S is a timed-dose espresso grinder with 83 mm (3.3 in) flat steel burrs and a touchscreen.
The E37S grinds about 5.16 g (0.18 oz) of espresso coffee per second and keeps only about 0.5 g (0.02 oz) in the chamber. The motor runs quiet. The top burr assembly lifts off with three screws, and cleaning needs no recalibration.
Home baristas who want grind speed and grind retention without jargon will like this review. The grinder also has flaws. Grounds land in a line shaped mound, and a dosing funnel fits poorly. Prices run from $1,099 to $1,785.
What Is the Ceado E37S?
The Ceado E37S is a timed-dose electronic espresso grinder with 83 mm (3.3 in) flat steel burrs and a touchscreen. Ceado, an Italian maker, built the pro-grade grinder to work in cafes. Home users buy it too.
Whole Latte Love calls the E37S a fit for home and commercial use alike. The grinder suits high-end home users who want shop speed. A Rochester market stand runs one every weekend.
The grinder carries NSF and UL approval. The approvals come from NSF International, a public health group that certifies food equipment, and Underwriters Laboratories, a safety testing body for electrical gear. Both marks apply to the E37S per Whole Latte Love.
NSF certification matters for shops that must meet food-service rules. Home buyers get the same listed approvals.
The body is aluminum with a plastic hopper. The grinder stands 17.25 in (43.8 cm) tall, 8.34 in (21.2 cm) wide and 9.85 in (25 cm) deep. The unit weighs 26.5 lb (12 kg). Black, white and silver finishes exist.
Ceado E37S Specs:
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Burrs | 83 mm (3.3 in) flat steel |
| Motor | 500 W (most listings) |
| Height | 17.25 in (43.8 cm) |
| Width | 8.34 in (21.2 cm) |
| Depth | 9.85 in (25 cm) |
| Weight | 26.5 lb (12 kg) |
Current units use the Quick Set Gear touchscreen design. Older units used buttons. Some sellers also offer a traditional adjustment ring in place of the worm gear.
Which Burrs and Motor Does the Ceado E37S Use?
The E37S uses 83 mm (3.3 in) flat steel burrs turned by a mechanically suspended motor at 1,700 RPM. Ceado shares the 83 mm diameter with its E37SD model.
The motor's 60 Hz speed is 1,700 RPM. Most listings give its power as 500 W. One older Whole Latte Love test post says 400 W. The 500 W figure appears on more listings.
Rubber mounts hold the motor in a shell. Ceado rectifies the motor so the shaft sits square to the burrs. Square alignment keeps the burrs true.
The smaller E37J shows what the E37S gains from its size. It carries 64 mm (2.5 in) burrs and a 300 W motor. The E37S gets a burr set about 30 percent wider across. Titanium burrs are sold as an upgrade.
Other burr makers also sell parts for the E37S. SSP is a burr maker that sells Red Speed coated 83 mm (3.3 in) burrs that fit the E37S. Forum owners report finer, fluffier grounds with them. Those owners also report slower grinding, about 6 to 6.5 seconds for 18 g (0.6 oz) against 4.3 seconds with stock burrs.
How Does the Ceado E37S Work?
The Ceado E37S works by grinding for a set time when a portafilter presses its fork switch. Beans drop from the hopper through the burrs. Ground coffee leaves through a chute into the portafilter.
The chute holds a self-adjusting gate. The gate controls static and clumping.
The fork holds single, double and bottomless portafilters. Because the fork supports the portafilter, the cook keeps both hands free during the grind.
The fork switch starts the grind, and the unit offers three start modes for how it responds:
- Pulse off: The switch must be held for the whole dose.
- Pulse on: It delivers the full dose after one push.
- Dose with start: It gives a single dose on one push and a double on two.
The touchscreen holds the settings. Counters on it track single, double and total doses. A worn burr alert flags old burrs. A manual mode grinds while the switch stays pressed.
Ceado calls the three-preset dose control its Portioning System Selector. The selector lets the user program single, double and triple doses and call each one with a tap.
How Do You Set Doses on the Ceado E37S?
The Ceado E37S sets three timed doses, single, double and triple, in steps of 0.1 second. Each preset runs from one tap of the matching button or from the portafilter switch.
On button models, a user holds the Set button for a couple of seconds. The grinder then opens program mode on the single dose. The plus button moves to the double dose. The plus and minus buttons change the time.
Steps:
- Hold the Set button for a couple of seconds to open program mode.
- Press the plus button to move from the single dose to the double dose.
- Press the plus or minus button to change the grind time.
- Press the Set button again to save the time.
A timed dose is not a scale, because the grinder counts seconds and does not measure weight. A new bean or a new grind setting changes the weight in the basket. The user weighs the output and adjusts the time.
Whole Latte Love set 3.3 seconds to target about 17 g (0.6 oz). Five grinds varied by at most 1 g (0.04 oz). That spread is respectable for a timed grinder.
A later Whole Latte Love test of the Quick Set model set 3.3 seconds for an 18 g (0.6 oz) dose. Five grinds varied by at most 0.2 g (0.007 oz). That result is tighter than the first test.
How Do You Adjust Grind Size on the Ceado E37S?
The Ceado E37S adjusts grind size with a worm gear handle called Quick Set Gear. The gear moves the adjustment ring in tiny stepless increments. No fixed notches limit the setting.
A metal dial ring slides inside the black carrier. Because the steps are so small, a user can mark the usual setting as 1. Small nudges left or right then dial in an aging bag of beans.
Sealed threads keep coffee oils out of the adjustment. Oils gum up the threads on other grinders and make them hard to turn. The E37S avoids that problem by design.
Ceado calls its burr spacing system Steady Lock. The system holds burr distance constant under heat and load. A set grind stays where the user put it.
The worm gear holds the setting, so the user never locks the ring. A graduated ring on the collar slides to mark a new zero point. Whole Latte Love singles out both features.
How Well Does the Ceado E37S Grind?
The Ceado E37S grinds well and makes fluffy, even, clump-free espresso grounds that fall centered into the portafilter. Espresso Outlet saw a smooth, polished puck after tamping. The 83 mm (3.3 in) burrs match the Compak F8 in diameter.
Owners report no clumping and no static. The chute gate lowers static during the grind. Grounds fall into the basket without a spill.
The grinder is also quiet. Ceado claims up to 30 percent less noise. Espresso Outlet found it noticeably quieter than any other it had used. One owner calls the noise mild.
Espresso Outlet says the shots taste great. Chasing the right dose time took a little while at first. Fine adjustments with the worm gear made that easy as beans aged.
How Fast Does the Ceado E37S Grind?
The Ceado E37S grinds fast, at about 5.16 g (0.18 oz) of espresso coffee per second. Whole Latte Love averaged that rate over five 5 second runs. Ceado rates the grinder at 5 g per second. The test result sits very close to the maker's own number.
Grind speed decides how long a barista waits for each dose. A 17 g (0.6 oz) double takes about 3.3 seconds. An owner reports 20 g (0.7 oz) in 4 to 5 seconds.
The E37J averaged 2.22 g (0.08 oz) per second in the same test. The E37S grinds more than twice as fast.
How Much Coffee Does the Ceado E37S Retain?
The Ceado E37S can retain only a hair over 0.5 g (0.02 oz) of coffee in Whole Latte Love's test. The tester ran the hopper empty, then cleaned out the chamber. The result is among the best for this style of grinder.
Espresso Outlet measured about 1.3 g (0.05 oz) after removing the top and brushing the chamber. Some of that is old residue. The reviewer still calls the figure low for a grinder this large.
Tony Colón of Fuego Coffee ran 20 to 30 shots back to back and measured 0.5 g. The match with the lab number adds weight. The E37J retained a little over 5.5 g (0.19 oz).
A later Whole Latte Love test of the Quick Set model weighed 0.56 g (0.02 oz) left behind. That result sits close to the first test. The E37S keeps its low retention across both tests.
How Does the Ceado E37S Differ From the E37J and E37SD?
The Ceado E37S differs from the E37J in burr size, motor power and speed, and from the E37SD in how a dose starts. The three grinders share one family look. The vent pattern on the top plate tells the S from the J.
The E37J carries 64 mm (2.5 in) burrs and a 300 W motor at 1,650 RPM. The E37S carries 83 mm (3.3 in) burrs and a 500 W motor at 1,700 RPM. The S grinds 5 g per second, while the J grinds 2 g.
The J holds its dose within 0.3 g (0.01 oz). This is better than the S at 1 g (0.04 oz). The J also retains 5.5 g (0.19 oz) of grounds, against 0.5 g (0.02 oz) for the S.
The S costs about $700 more than the J, per one home barista forum post. The S top plate shows three vents on each side. The J plate shows none.
E37J vs E37S:
| Spec | E37J | E37S |
|---|---|---|
| Burrs | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Motor | 300 W | 500 W |
| Speed | 1,650 RPM | 1,700 RPM |
| Grind rate | 2 g per second | 5 g per second |
| Dose spread | 0.3 g (0.01 oz) | 1 g (0.04 oz) |
| Retention | 5.5 g (0.19 oz) | 0.5 g (0.02 oz) |
The E37S starts when a portafilter presses the switch. The E37SD starts with a weighed dose and a pulse button. After grinding, a bellows clears the chute.
The E37SD uses 83 mm (3.3 in) OpalGlide SD burrs and has no hopper. It holds roughly 22 g (0.8 oz) of beans and weighs 29.1 lb (13.2 kg). Coffeeionado lists a practical espresso output of 3 to 4 g (0.1 to 0.14 oz) per second.
Coffeeionado lists the E37SD at $2,520 on sale and $2,995 at full price, with a 2 year parts warranty. The E37SD costs far more than the E37S for the single-dose workflow.
Which Job Fits the Ceado E37S Over the E37SD?
The Ceado E37S fits the job of one house coffee ground on repeat, one portafilter after another. The hopper stays full and the timed preset does the work. No staff member weighs beans for each shot.
The E37SD works differently, so it fits shops that change coffees often. A barista weighs each dose, feeds the beans and uses the bellows. The choice costs more handling for each shot.
A shop with a house coffee and an occasional decaf strains the E37S. Old beans stay in the hopper, and the next coffee needs its own setting. A second grinder solves that better.
Both grinders use 83 mm (3.3 in) flat burrs, so the burr number does not settle the choice. The way orders reach the grinder does.
What Do Owners Say About the Ceado E37S?
Owners say the Ceado E37S runs quiet, grinds precisely and makes consistent grounds. Many describe a clean drop into the portafilter. Clumping and static rarely come up.
Owners also praise the value. Burrs this large rarely sell at this price, and one owner says so directly. Buyers who cycled through cheap grinders call the E37S the last one they need.
Use runs past espresso. Some owners grind coarser for pour over coffee, and the grinder handles it. The hopper design and flat lid also draw praise.
Tony Colón uses an E37S at a weekend market stand and reports almost no maintenance in a year. His older Ceado E6 has lasted over six years.
What Problems Does the Ceado E37S Have?
The Ceado E37S can have a problem: grounds pile in a line shaped mound that causes uneven extraction. Espresso Outlet saw the effect with ECM, VST and IMS baskets on two machines. A WDT whisk or blind shaker fixes it.
The portafilter sits off center under the chute while it presses the switch. Grounds then pile at the back of the basket. Pulling the portafilter forward in trigger mode centers the fill.
A dosing funnel works poorly because the portafilter must press the switch. Cooks who rely on a funnel will find the grinder awkward. A distribution tool did not improve the mound.
Early failures can happen. One new unit died within days, and a replacement fixed it. Another unit jammed at the chute on fine settings. These are single reports, not a pattern.
Common Problems:
- Line shaped mound of grounds in the basket
- Off center fill at the portafilter fork
- Poor fit with a dosing funnel
- Rare early failures and chute jams
Is the Ceado E37S Easy to Clean?
Yes. The Ceado E37S is easy to clean and opens with three screws and a Phillips screwdriver. The top burr assembly lifts off and shows the grind chamber. Espresso Outlet calls it the easiest grinder to open regularly.
The grinder ships with the top assembly removed. Fitting it takes a Phillips head screwdriver, the same tool used for cleaning.
Whole Latte Love says the top plate comes off in a couple of minutes. The user unscrews it, cleans the chamber and screws it back. The sealed adjustment mechanism keeps coffee gunk out of the threads.
Because the grinder opens so fast, Espresso Outlet suggests vacuuming the burrs once a month or more often. The easy access leaves no excuse.
The tray attaches to the base and stays tidy. It needs a wipe every few days. Moving the grinder to fill the hopper moves the tray along with it.
Does the Ceado E37S Need Recalibration After Cleaning?
No. The Ceado E37S needs no recalibration after cleaning, because the grind setting survives. Whole Latte Love confirms that no recalibration is needed. Ceado also states it.
The reason is the design. Sealed adjustment threads hold the grind setting. These threads sit apart from the grind chamber. Removing the top burr assembly therefore does not touch the setting.
Espresso Outlet tested the claim and found it true. One risk remains during cleaning. The user can still bump the knob while removing the top. A careful hand avoids a small drift.
Is the Ceado E37S Good for Home Use?
Yes. The Ceado E37S is good for home use by a person who drinks espresso daily. The grinder is lighter than a typical commercial unit. At 26.5 lb (12 kg), a person can still move it.
The grinder stands less than 3 in (7.6 cm) taller than a Breville Sette 270. That is compact for an 83 mm (3.3 in) burr grinder. Many commercial grinders stand much taller.
Whole Latte Love runs one in its own office kitchen. Single, double and triple shots switch with one tap. The touchscreen keeps daily use simple.
A home user trades a few things. The fork needs a clear spot on the counter. A dosing funnel does not work well. The timed dose also needs dial-in with each new bean.
The E37S runs on 110 to 120 V at 4.2 A, per Whole Latte Love. A standard US outlet supplies that power.
Will the Ceado E37S Fit Under Kitchen Cabinets?
Yes. The Ceado E37S will fit under most 18 in (46 cm) kitchen cabinets with the short hopper. Espresso Outlet measured 17.5 in (44.5 cm). That reviewer still pulls the grinder out to fill it.
The hopper is the part that decides the fit, and sellers do not all ship the same one. Whole Latte Love ships the short hopper. The seller made a special arrangement with Ceado for that reason. Some sellers ship a taller hopper that will not fit.
The short hopper holds 11.28 oz (320 g) per Whole Latte Love. Other listings say 1.3 lb (590 g) or 600 g (21 oz). Check the hopper version before buying.
The portafilter clearance is 2.75 in (7 cm).
How Much Does the Ceado E37S Cost?
The Ceado E37S costs from $1,099 at Whole Latte Love to $1,785 at 1st in Coffee. Prices vary by seller and bundle. The gap shows how much a buyer saves by comparing listings.
The spread is $686. The top price runs about 62 percent above the bottom price. The grinder is the same model in both cases.
Price Points:
| Model | Seller | Price |
|---|---|---|
| E37S | Whole Latte Love | $1,099 |
| E37S | 1st in Coffee | $1,785 |
| E37SD | Coffeeionado (sale) | $2,520 |
| E37SD | Coffeeionado (full) | $2,995 |
The E37J sells for about $700 less, per a forum post. The faster grind and lower retention come with that gap.
Extras add cost. Titanium burrs and aftermarket SSP burrs cost more than the stock set. Most home users run the stock burrs without trouble. Forum posters put SSP burrs near $300 against about $250 for Ceado stock burrs.
What Warranty Does the Ceado E37S Carry?
The Ceado E37S can carry a 3 year parts and labor warranty through Whole Latte Love. The seller also handles service calls. Other sellers set their own terms.
A warranty only helps if the buyer can also send the grinder back when it is the wrong fit. Whole Latte Love allows returns within 30 days of delivery. A restocking fee may apply. Parts and accessories are not returnable.
NSF and UL approval back the grinder in a shop setting. Home buyers get the same listed approvals.
Is the Ceado E37S Worth It?
Yes. The Ceado E37S is worth it for a person who grinds one espresso coffee every day and values speed and low retention. The price asks for steady use.
Large 83 mm (3.3 in) burrs, 5 g (0.18 oz) per second and 0.5 g (0.02 oz) retention all help. The grinder runs quiet. The burrs open with three screws and no recalibration.
Pros:
- Large 83 mm (3.3 in) burrs
- Fast grind at 5 g (0.18 oz) per second
- Low retention near 0.5 g (0.02 oz)
- Quiet motor
- Burr access with no recalibration
Cons:
- Line shaped mound that needs a whisk
- Fork sits off center
- No dosing funnel fit
- Price starts at $1,099
The weaknesses are real. The mound needs a whisk. The fork sits off center. A dosing funnel does not fit. Early failures appear in a few reports. The price starts at $1,099.
The E37SD fits buyers who swap coffees. The E37J fits tighter budgets. The E37S sits between them for one coffee on a full hopper.
Who Should Skip the Ceado E37S?
Buyers who change coffees often should skip the Ceado E37S and look at the E37SD. A full hopper locks the grinder to one bean, so every swap means emptying the hopper first. The single-dose model handles swaps better.
Budget buyers can look at the E37J, which costs about $700 less. The J retains 5.5 g (0.19 oz) and grinds at 2 g per second.
Anyone who needs a dosing funnel or a perfectly centered fill should skip it too. The fork and the mound work against both. A whisk is the daily fix.
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