The Nuttii Goosey is a manual coffee grinder built around Timemore’s 38mm S2C burr set. It pairs those burrs with a lightweight plastic body, dual-bearing shaft support and stepped grind adjustment. The result is a grinder aimed at filter coffee drinkers who want decent grind quality without spending a lot of money.
After using it for a range of brew methods, I think the easiest way to describe the Goosey is as a simplified Timemore C3. It uses the same basic burr set but swaps the metal body for plastic. That makes it lighter and more affordable, but it also comes with some limitations.
For filter coffee, AeroPress, Moka Pot and French Press, it does a good job. For espresso, it does not.
Who Is It For?
The Goosey makes sense for:
- Someone buying their first proper burr grinder
- AeroPress users
- Pour-over brewers
- Moka Pot users
- French Press users
- Travellers who want a lightweight grinder
- Anyone upgrading from a ceramic-burr hand grinder
Its 20g capacity is enough for most single-cup brews, and the compact size makes it easy to pack in a bag.
What I Like
The Burrs
The main reason to consider the Goosey is the burr set.
Nuttii uses Timemore’s 38mm S2C burrs. These are proper steel burrs designed to produce a more consistent grind than the ceramic burrs commonly found in budget hand grinders. The burr geometry pre-cuts the coffee bean before grinding, which helps reduce the amount of fines produced.
In the cup, that translates into cleaner and more consistent brews.
Easy to Grind
The Goosey is easier to grind with than its price suggests.
I expected more resistance, particularly when grinding for Moka Pot, but the combination of the burr design and bearing-supported shaft keeps the grinding action fairly smooth. Whether I was grinding for Moka Pot, V60, Chemex or French Press, the effort required was reasonable.
The Body Is Better Than It Looks
The first thing most people notice is the plastic body.
Normally that would be a concern, but the Goosey feels more solid than I expected. It does not feel premium, but neither does it feel flimsy. The textured finish also provides good grip while grinding.
The lower weight is also useful if you travel or take coffee gear to work.
Good Range for Filter Brewing
The stepped adjustment system covers the brew methods most people are likely to use.
I had no problems finding suitable settings for:
- AeroPress
- V60
- Chemex
- Clever Dripper
- Moka Pot
- French Press
The internal adjustment dial is simple and repeatable once you have found settings that work for your coffee.
Where It Falls Short
It Is Not an Espresso Grinder
Let’s get this out of the way first.
The Goosey is not an espresso grinder.
You will see some retailers mention fine grinding, but my experience was that beans only started feeding properly at around 10 clicks. Even then, the grind was only really suitable for entry-level espresso machines using pressurised baskets.
If you are using a non-pressurised basket and want to dial in espresso properly, this grinder does not have the adjustment range or precision needed for the job.
That is not a fault. The Goosey is clearly aimed at filter brewing methods rather than espresso. When used for those brew methods, it performs much better.
The Handle Can Be Fiddly
The removable handle helps keep the grinder compact.
Once attached, it works perfectly well. Getting it seated correctly can take a bit of fiddling, though, and it is one of the few parts of the grinder that doesn’t feel particularly refined.
Plastic Means Some Compromises
The plastic body is one of the reasons the grinder is affordable. It is still however remarkable stable through the grinding process, with very little wobble.
The trade-off is that it lacks the rigidity and feel of a metal-bodied grinder. If you have used something like a Timemore C3 or a higher-end 1Zpresso grinder, the difference is obvious.
For filter coffee, that is not a major issue. For applications that demand very high precision, it becomes more noticeable.
Final Verdict
The Goosey gets the important part right: the burrs.
The grind quality is good enough for AeroPress, V60, Clever Dripper, Chemex, Moka Pot and French Press. It is light, easy to carry and straightforward to use. The dual-bearing design keeps the grinding action smooth, and the Timemore burrs deliver results that are difficult to find at this price point.
The plastic construction comes with compromises, and espresso is not realistically on the menu. Neither point should come as a surprise given the price and intended use.
If you mainly brew filter coffee and want something better than a basic ceramic-burr grinder, the Nuttii Goosey is well worth considering. It is a practical, affordable grinder that focuses on the fundamentals and gets most of them right.
Pros
- Timemore 38mm S2C burrs
- Good grind quality for filter coffee
- Easy grinding action
- Lightweight and travel-friendly
- Surprisingly solid body
- Good value for money
Cons
- Not suitable for espresso
- Plastic construction
- Handle can be fiddly to fit
- Limited capacity at around 20g
Score: 7.5/10
A good entry-level hand grinder for filter coffee, but not a grinder for espresso.
