the stainless steel cup is also a thicker grade so its not flimsy.the reason for a one star downgrade which could be two: cusinart has the superb funtionality but it only has one cup

The stainless steel cup broke off of the base and can't be removed.

The stainless steel cup for grinding looks like it can hold a lot, but really it is most effective with 1/4- 1/2 cup in it.

I bought extra cups and can now keep my spices and nuts in separate cups; this flexibility allows me to get rid of all my plastic housing grinders and just use stainless steel.

I like the stainless steel canister since I grind Indian spices so it does not get stained.

I like that the cup is stainless steel

The stainless steel work bowl is nice, previously I ruined a the plastic work bowl in a grinder by grinding cloves; the clove oil caused the plastic to degrade

At first glance the design of the Cuisinart SG-10 Electric Spice-and-Nut Grinder had everything I was looking for: One touch easy use, removable stainless steel grinding bowl for easing cleaning and a nice slick stainless steel outer case.

The detachable inner Cup with its blades is great for storage or cleaning and I think are made of Stainless steel.

Works really well and the all stainless steel is good for cleaning it

At first glance the design of the Cuisinart SG-10 Electric Spice-and-Nut Grinder had everything I was looking for: One touch easy use, removable stainless steel grinding bowl for easing cleaning and a nice slick stainless steel outer case.

However, the bottom of the stainless steel container where the blade sits is not air tight.

I like the stainless steel canister since I grind Indian spices so it does not get stained.

I specifically wanted something with a stainless steel removable bowl... something that I could pop into the dishwasher right after I was done grinding some pungent Indian spices.

I love the removable stainless steel bowl

my guess is because the clearance between the blade and stainless steel container was too high

This grinder makes a breeze of it, and the stainless steel grinding cup does not retain odor, so I can grind cumin for curry, and then cardamom for cookies without lingering off-tastes.

With stainless steel, this problem is eliminated.

Well made stainless steel

This is the only grinder she will use for hot peppers and dehydrated lemon rind, the flavors don't mix because of the stainless steel bowl

I like that the bowl is stainless steel which could last a long time.

When the  KRUPS 203-70 Electric Spice and Coffee Grinder with Stainless Steel Blades, White

The stainless steel is easy to clean and strong, not likely to break if I drop

Cuisinart Nut & Spice Grinder, this spice grinder works great, removable stainless steel cup, powerful motor, plenty of space to grind up a good amount of whatever

First of all the stainless steel cup did not come off from day one

This grinder makes a breeze of it, and the stainless steel grinding cup does not retain odor, so I can grind cumin for curry, and then cardamom for cookies without lingering off-tastes.