Watch: the Java G25 grinds a full brew in about a minute
Fresh-ground coffee, anywhere you wake up.
Best For: Campers, overlanders and travellers who refuse to drink instant.
Grind like a cafe, off the grid - 420 stainless steel conical burrs with dual ball bearings for an even grind
Dial in any brew method - 50 grind settings, from espresso-fine to French-press coarse
Clip it to your pack - the crank handle folds into a locking carabiner
One-handed bean loading - push-button top cap opens the ~30 g hopper
Built like a tool, not a gadget - 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum body
Disappears into your kit - 16 cm (6.3 in) tall, 5 cm (2 in) across, 431 g (15.2 oz)
Nests inside VSSL's brew gear - sized to store inside the Nest Pour-Over Kit and the AeroPress Go
*Ships with a cleaning brush and felt protective case in the box.
Picture this: First light at the campsite. Water's heating on the stove. You clip the Java G25 off your pack, load beans, and crank. Sixty seconds later - fresh grounds.
The crank is the carabiner. Extend it to grind. Fold it back and it locks into a carry clip. No loose parts to lose in the dark.
Made for people who move. Overlanders, campers, sailors, and anyone whose office changes weekly. It rides on a pack strap or in a cup holder.
You know the old way. Pre-ground coffee gone stale by day two. Instant sachets that taste like regret. A bulky home grinder that was never coming along.
The magnets keep it tidy. The grip knob snaps onto the extended handle while you pour, then threads into the catch for storage.
REAL QUESTIONS FROM REAL COFFEE DRINKERS
"Is a hand grinder actually good enough for proper coffee?" This one is. The burrs are high-carbon 420 tool stainless steel, held by dual ball bearings so they never wobble. Even grind size is what separates good coffee from bitter coffee.
"How fine can it go?" 50 click settings. Espresso, pour-over, AeroPress, French press - each has its own zone on the dial.
"How much coffee does it hold?" About 30 g of beans - enough for a large mug of pour-over or two espressos.
"Will it survive being clipped to a pack?" The body is 6061 aircraft-grade aluminum - the same alloy used in bike frames. The carabiner handle locks shut.
"What if something breaks?" VSSL backs it with a limited lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
"Can I wash it?" Daily: use the included brush. Deep clean: disassemble and rinse the parts in warm water. Don't submerge the whole unit.
ABOUT VSSL
VSSL® - Designed in Canada Founded by Todd Weimer and proven in the Canadian backcountry. VSSL builds compact coffee gear on one rule: every piece of gear should earn its place.
THE NUMBERS
Grind settings
50 - espresso-fine to French-press coarse
Burrs
High-carbon 420 tool stainless steel, conical - dual ball bearings keep the axle steady for an even grind
Capacity
~30 g of beans - one big mug or two espressos
Size
16 cm tall × 5 cm across (6.3 × 2 in) - fits a cup holder or bottle pocket
Weight
431 g (15.2 oz) - about the same as a full camping mug
Body
6061 aircraft-grade aluminum - push-button top cap, magnetic grip knob, locking carabiner handle
Trust
Limited lifetime warranty Designed in Canada Nests inside the Nest Pour-Over Kit and AeroPress Go
In the Box
1× Java G25 Coffee Grinder - burrs, hopper, catch and carabiner handle in one sealed unit
Cleaning brush - sweep the burrs clear after each grind
Felt protective case - keeps it scratch-free in a loaded pack
The grind handle extends to crank, then folds back into a locking carabiner - one part, two jobs, nothing to lose.
- VSSL design team, Canada
Tomorrow's first coffee is wherever you are. Grind it fresh.
You’re Backed by Our 60-Day Ironclad Guarantee
Try it for 60 days. If it’s not right for you, send it back.
We stand behind our gear. If you’re not happy with your purchase, just return the full package within 60 days and we’ll issue a full refund—no fuss, no forms, no hoops to jump through.
What Happens After You Order
You’ll get an instant order confirmation email with your receipt.
We’ll pack your order the next working day and send you a tracking number once it’s on the way.
From the moment you order to the moment it reaches your hands, we’re here to keep you updated and supported.
When will I receive my gear?
Singapore: Delivered to your doorstep in 4–6 working days.
International: Arrive within 10–14 working days.
Returns and warranty
Every product comes with a 1 to 3-year replacement warranty (depending on the item).
If anything isn’t working right, just let us know. We’ll make it right.
FREE Gift with Purchase: Limited Edition Ember Shard Whistle
Spend $99 or more today, and we'll automatically include a limited-edition Glow-in-the-Dark Ember Shard Whistle when packing your order.
Charge it quickly under sunlight or your flashlight, and enjoy its subtle glow throughout the night—perfect for marking gear, emergency kits, or attaching to your bag.
Limited quantities. These will be swapped (at our discretion) to other gift items if shards are unavailable.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 443 reviews.
Well built product. Perfect travel sized grinder that feels like it could take a beating and keep on working. Easy to use and functions perfectly for my coffee needs. Money well spent.
Good coffee starts with quality coffee beans freshly ground through a quality burr grinder and this portable grinder is definitely up to the job. Being an active outdoorsman for recreation as well as for work, I’ve used this grinder daily, many times a day for the last 9+ months and it’s been a great addition to my gear cache. There’s something extra awesome about having a good cup of coffee outdoors and this grinder gets that cup in your hands reliably. I’ve also bought the g25 as a gift for a fellow outdoorsman/“coffee guy” and persuaded others to purchase it after brewing them a cup through my Aeropress Go. Topping it off, great customer service from this company if any issues arise!
I've always loved coffee and usually grab a cup at Starbucks. My wife also enjoys it, but we just didn't want to buy an electric coffee machine. With the VSSL coffee maker and coffee grinder, I can enjoy a high-quality cup of coffee, whether at home or traveling. It's fantastic, exactly the product I've always dreamed of.
I have had a couple of hand grinders and this one is a step above for quality. That design overall is the same concept as many others but the execution is next level good.
If you want to be able to make coffee on the go and grind t Your beans just the way you want them. Then look no further than the VSSL Java G25 grinder!
Overall this is a great coffee grinder, I use mine at home daily and like that it's small enough to take with me when needed. I grind my beans fairly finely, from 12-14 clicks (I think) off fully closed. I do also 'settle' the beans into the grinder at the start, usually 20-21gr of beans so that the top is easy to close. Two 'pro' tips for use: - put from 1-3 drops of water in with your coffee beans after the beans are in the grinder, especially if you are grinding a robusta bean (which are typically less oily) but I do for all beans - it knocks down the static electricity generated in the beans and makes pouring the grinds very easy and cleanup of loose grinds is minimized as the mess is greatly reduced. - when I grind somewhat small and particularly with hard or crunchy beans, I find my grip on the outside of the grinder can slip so that the grinder rotates in my hand when I turn the crank (and my grip strength is plenty good). I find that if I wet my hand a bit with water before grabbing the grinder to hold it, my grip doesn't slip at all. That's it! have fun!
I’m happy with my new G25 grinder. IF I have one complaint, it’s the capability of it. I understand the “25” means it has the ability to grind up to 25 grams. When I add 18-19 grams of beans, I have to finagle the handle back onto the base-almost like I’m pushing beans out of the way. The little output catch is jammed full, too. All-in-all, it’s solidly built and should stand up to my “gorilla finesse”.
Just got my VSSL kit, which includes a grinder. After figuring out water/coffee ratio i ground the beans. Took a little bit to figure out grind size, i think i got it right. Perfect grind consistency and really easy to grind and great cup of pour over. Im impressed.
Ordered this based on someone’s recommendation and I’m so glad I did. This manual grinder is SO sturdy and easy to use. The grind is very consistent. It’s the perfect size for traveling.
This grinder is built incredibly well, the materials are built to last. All metal, no plastic trash. Great color choices (i got grey) the burr is incredibly tactile as well. Couldn't be happier with it. Very very well thought out
It works well. Only issue is the top screw that holds the handle was a little bent when I received it. But this didn’t take away from the functionality.
Best grinder I’ve ever used. Smooth and easy and compact. The most satisfying grinding experience. Plenty of grind size options and this thing will work for a lifetime. Solidly build and stylish too (if that matters to you). I use this as part of my travel coffee setup.
The VSSL JAVA G45 arrived in my kitchen about two weeks ago, and everything about my morning cup changed with it. The grind is clean, and the coffee tastes rich and is more aromatic than before. I do purchase great beans from a local roaster, ROC2. The craftmanship of the G45 is impeccable, and it is pure art, you can taste that is every sip. I need to do more arm strengthening though! lol ,,, all good I made it work from day one. I reviewed many grinders online for days/weeks, I am glad I chose VSSL G45.
I’m seriously impressed with the Java G45 Coffee Grinder. The quality is top-tier, and you can tell VSSL put real thought into every detail. From the box it arrives in, to the storage bag, to the feel of the grinder itself, nothing about this product feels cheap or rushed. The grind consistency is excellent, and it’s built tough enough for camping, overlanding, or just using at home. I’ve already run a few batches through it and it’s quickly become my go-to setup for making great coffee anywhere. Outstanding piece of gear.
Hands down best hand grinder I have ever used - and I have used many! I recently compared it to the new AeroPress Grinder with a group of 16 coffee experts. All 16 voted this as the best grinder, no questions. Someone said, it's almost as if it's engineering vs. no engineering. And for reference, I use mine multiple times each day, 7 days/week. It's as if it was designed by fanatical engineers and then actually thoroughly tested. One thing to always be aware of prior to purchasing a hand grinder is how smooth the act of grinding is, can you hold it and grind and be able to maintain nice, smooth rotations? Yes, you can. I also always give a light spray of water to the beans prior to loading to reduce static and then periodically I will blow it out with compressed air. As a Q-Grader, small batch artisan roaster who ships around the world and roasts around 7 tons/year. This has been the easiest coffee related item to sell next to my beans! Buy it, you won't be disappointed.
It’s so lovely to have freshly ground coffee beans. This has really upped my coffee game. The coffee is so much fresher, aromatic, and less bitter. I can actually enjoy it black. This grinder his good quality and helps keep my fidgety hands occupied.
This is a fabulous little coffee grinder for back country camping! It’s extremely portable and ridiculously sturdy - which is great because I’m notoriously hard on my gear. And I love the elegant design. Great way to get a fresh cup of coffee off grid!
I have been hand grinding my coffee every morning for 25 years. My Red Rooster Camano finally gave up the ghost and I thought I would try this one. I have been very pleased so far, I just hope it last at least 25 years like the Camano did.
Love this grinder. I have the G25 but wanted something a little larger for out trailer where I make a full carafe of coffee for my wife and I. Works great and i do not have to refill the grinder as often.
Fantastic grinder made of high quality materials. Customer support stated that the G45 would nest inside an Aeropress XL, but it most definitely does not. Still like and will keep the grinder.
I wanted a grinder for travel, this grinder is amazing! I love how simple to use and easy to clean it is. The included cloth case and cleaning brush are a nice touch. It does take a fair amount of arm strength to get it going but once you are use to it, it gets easier.
Easy 10 out of 10. Certainly a high price but worth every penny. The grind is perfect and easily adjustable for whatever I need. Not only is it the nicest, most functional grinder I’ve ever used, it’s also aesthetically pleasing.