The Cuisinart DCG-20BK Coffee Grinders is ranked #6 in how well it can Grind Seeds, #8 in its ability to Grind Spices, #10 in how quietly it Operates and #12 in how simple it is to Use. 
"I use this to grind nuts and seeds. Works really well. Nice design." - on Jan 3 2007 …full review
"…and seeds (5 stars). I give this machine 4 stars for coffee, only because I like to be able to control the size of my grinds for multiple brewing options (French press versus drip). " - on May 22 2006 …full review
"A powerful little sucker! I grind coffee beans, mimosa hostilis, syrian rue seeds, and oatmeal with this bad boy. It kick's serious but!I clean it by using a damp paper towel and wipe…" - on Nov 16 2001 …full review
"Complete grind with no residue" - on Mar 20 2009 …full review
"I had bought for my wife for purpose of grind spices is works well and is fully stainless steel blade too so she like it." - on Mar 4 2009 …full review
"…than other grinders, making it much quieter. The metal reservoir is of higher quality and all of the ground coffee easily tumbles into the lid. I would recommend this product to everyone." - on Feb 10 2009 …full review
"We have used this grinder for several weeks now and are thoroughly satisfied. It works as advertised and offers a consistent grind almost instantly. Well worth the price." - on Jul 17 2008 …full review
"Product works as expected but if you like to make 10 or more cups of coffee at once you will find the grinding chamber too small on this unit. I also don't like the lid which has a…" - on Jul 2 2008 …full review
"I am very satisfied with this Cuisinart product. Not only is the color great, but the rpm is slower than other grinders, making it much quieter. The metal reservoir is of higher quality…" - on Feb 10 2009 …full review
"Had it for years and still works great. No, it doesn't grind massive quantities at a time. So what? It's efficient, powerful and easy to store due to it's small size." - on Apr 10 2008 …full review
"I love it. Compact, simple design, easy settings. Easy to use and with the container so easily used to pour out the coffee." - on Jan 8 2008 …full review
"This is the first coffee grinder that I have ever purchased and I am extremely pleased. That being said I have to say that I find it a speedy little unit that is easy to clean and makes…" - on Aug 16 2005 …full review
"…is extremely sturdy, and does tend to grind my coffee just as I like.My only complaint is that it is a little hard to clean; but then I've never had a coffee grinder that was easy to clean." - on Jul 27 2002 …full review
"I've owned several grinders and will say that this one is great. I'm suprised that it doesn't cost more! Plenty of power. Good looks. Easy operation. What more could you ask for???" - on Feb 6 2002 …full review