4-piece
Grinding chamber, collection chamber, screen and kief catcher.
Dept / Grinders
Grinders
Two-, three- and four-piece grinders in aluminum, titanium and acrylic, plus electric grinders, card grinders and kief tools.
What we carry
Every grind, every budget
From a pocket card grinder to a lifetime titanium four-piece.
3-piece
Collection chamber without the kief screen.
2-piece
Simple and small. Grind and pinch out.
Electric grinders
Push a button, get a consistent grind.
Card grinders
Wallet-size steel grater for travel.
Crank grinders
Crank-handle grinders that dispense into a chamber.
Kief scrapers & brushes
Get every bit out of the catcher.
Pollen presses
Hand presses for compacting collected kief.
Brands shown are examples. Stock changes, so call ahead for a specific item.
Buying guide
Pick your pieces
More pieces means more collection, at a bigger size.
| Type | Collects | Size | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-piece | Nothing | Smallest | Quick, simple grinding |
| 3-piece | Ground material | Medium | Everyday use |
| 4-piece | Material + kief | Largest | Getting the most from every grind |
| Electric | Varies | Medium | Consistency and wrist-free use |
| Material | Weight | Lifespan | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum | Light | Years | Best value; most popular |
| Titanium | Lightest | Lifetime | Won’t flake or wear down |
| Zinc alloy | Heavy | Years | Budget metal option |
| Acrylic | Light | Short | Cheapest; teeth wear fast |
Care
Clean a sticky grinder
Do this every few weeks and the teeth stay sharp.
Step 01
Freeze it
Put the grinder in the freezer for 30 minutes so residue hardens and brushes out.
Step 02
Brush
Brush the teeth and screen with a stiff brush.
Step 03
Soak
For metal grinders, soak in isopropyl alcohol for 30 minutes. Skip this for acrylic.
Step 04
Rinse & dry
Rinse with warm water and let it dry completely before you put it back together.
Not sure what to pick? Take the four-question Smoke Sommelier quiz and get a pairing from the crew. Start the quiz →
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Questions, answered
What’s the best grinder for a beginner?
A 4-piece aluminum grinder around 2.2 inches. It’s affordable, durable and collects kief.
Why is my grinder hard to turn?
Residue builds up on the threads and teeth. Freeze it, brush it and clean it, and it will turn smoothly again.
Diamond teeth or shredder teeth?
Diamond teeth are the classic shape. Shredder-style teeth cut finer and more evenly.
What size should I get?
About 2.2 inches is the everyday size; 2.5 inches or more if you grind for a group.
Do you sell replacement screens?
Yes, for many common sizes. Bring the grinder in and we’ll match it.
Near you
Grinders near you in Santa Ana
X Rated carries aluminum, titanium and electric grinders in Santa Ana, CA. Walk in to feel the weight and the turn before you buy.
- Santa Ana
- Tustin
- Orange
- Garden Grove
- Costa Mesa
- Fountain Valley
- Irvine
- Westminster
- Anaheim
- Downtown Santa Ana
- South Coast Metro