The Best Pepper Mills and Grinders of 2021

If you love pepper, you’ll love the output of the Unicorn Magnum pepper mill. With a steel grinding mechanism, it grinds very quickly, and a thumbscrew on the bottom allows for easy adjusting. Users agree that it’s one of the best on the market, and the mill’s ability to consistently grind and its quality build put it at the top spot on our list.

Its ergonomic design, durable build, and affordable price combine to put the Fsdifly Original stainless steel grinder as the best value pick. This pepper mill has a see-through glass body, so you’ll never guess if you’re running out of peppercorns. Users report that it produces a uniform grind and is easy to clean.

If you’re looking to add a pepper mill to your table setting, you want to make sure it looks good. With its stainless steel top and attractive glass body, the Ebaco pepper grinder meets those expectations. This pepper mill conveniently fits right in your hand, and it’s smooth and easy to use.

With an exquisite copper design and a traditional hand crank grinder, the Atlas pepper mill by Pepper Mill Imports is as good-looking as it is functional. Handmade in Greece, this pepper mill takes a grinding method used for centuries and pairs it with high-quality parts and a beautiful look you would expect from today. The result is, as one user says, “the perfect pepper mill.”

The KSL electric salt and pepper grinder set is an elegant set that makes a lovely wedding or housewarming gift. While the attractive set wins praise for its durable design and high-end look, what’s more important is that it works well. Users love the ease of the one-button grind and find that the pepper mill effortlessly adjusts from a fine to a coarse grind.

Easy to use with a classic wooden look, the Fletchers Mill Federal pepper mill is a traditional pepper mill loved for its durability and dependability. Made in the USA, this pepper mill grinds smoothly and consistently. The grind coarseness is easy to adjust, and users love that it produces a generous amount of pepper every time.

If you have trouble with manual dexterity but prefer to use a manual grinder over an electric mill, you’ll appreciate the Kuhn Rikon Ratchet spice grinder. This pepper mill is versatile enough to be used for a variety of spices, but what makes it even more popular is how easy it is to turn the ratchet handle.

The Flafster salt and pepper mills are so stylish, you’ll enjoy leaving them out on your countertop for everyone to see. This salt and pepper mill set comes in its own holder, and each mill includes a built-in light for ease of use. Users say they love that the batteries are in their own separate compartment, so you don’t need to dismantle the entire unit to change the batteries or fill up on peppercorns.

If you have trouble operating a manual grinder, let the Russell Hobbs electric salt and pepper mill set do the work for you. This pepper mill features one-touch operation for fast pepper grinding at the touch of a button. For extra convenience, use the built-in light so you can see just how much pepper you’re getting.

Convenient and easy-to-use, the OXO Good Grips salt and pepper grinder and shaker cuts down on the number of shakers you need in your pantry by combining them into one unit. Grind the pepper from the base and then shake the salt from the top for convenience. The pepper mill also comes with five grind settings to accommodate your tastes or what you’re eating.