WMF Spice Mill Empty
- Herb & Spice Mill
- 1
- No
- Silver
- Better rated than 60%
- More reviewed than 55%
A well-regarded refillable mill with a ceramic grinder reviewers rate well above typical flat-blade grinders, at a price that reflects the build quality.
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How it ranks among the 20 herb & spice mills we track
4.4★ across 1,200 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
1,200 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 20 herb & spice mills we track - how the scorecard works · full herb & spice mills data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
This is an empty WMF Cromargan stainless steel spice mill, a refillable grinder for salt, pepper, spices or dried herbs rather than a pre-filled product, with a ceramic grinding mechanism and adjustable coarse-to-fine setting.
- Cromargan 18/10 stainless steel with ceramic grinding mechanism
- Sliding adjustment from coarse to fine grind
- 10-year warranty on the ceramic grinder
- Dishwasher safe
Who it's for
Fits anyone replacing a broken WMF mill or upgrading from a plastic grinder, who wants a refillable stainless and ceramic mill with an adjustable grind. Not for someone who wants a mill that arrives pre-filled with spice.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers who compared this to cheaper mills consistently point to the conical ceramic grinding mechanism as the reason it performs better, describing more surface area, a wider adjustment range between coarse and fine, and less clogging than flat-bladed mills. Several owners describe replacing broken or discontinued WMF mills with this one and say the build quality holds up over years of daily use, in contrast to plastic grinders that wore out faster.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Conical ceramic grinder covers more surface than flat mills
- Adjustable from coarse to fine in one sliding motion
- Dishwasher safe with a 10-year grinder warranty
- Rust-free 18/10 stainless steel construction
- Sold empty, needs to be filled yourself
- Priced above basic plastic grinders
Specifications
| Brand | WMF |
|---|---|
| Model | 667716040 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 10.9 ounces |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Ceramic, Glass, Stainless Steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | No |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Kitchen |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in herb & spice mills.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| WMF Spice Mill EmptyThis product | 4.4 / 5 | 1,200 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Kotobuki Goma Slicky Sesame Seed GrinderM.V. Trading | 4.7 / 5 | 304 | 4.3 / 5 |
| SHARDOR Adjustable Coffee Grinder ElectricShardor | 4.3 / 5 | 2,900 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Peugeot 19501 Tidore Nutmeg MillPeugeot | 4.1 / 5 | 1,400 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Westmark Nut Meg GrinderWestmark | 4.2 / 5 | 685 | 4.1 / 5 |
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Questions about the WMF 667716040
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does this mill come filled with pepper or salt?
No, it ships empty and is meant to be filled by the buyer with salt, pepper, spices or dried herbs.
What makes the grinding mechanism different from cheaper mills?
It uses a conical ceramic grinder with more surface area than the flat mechanisms in many budget mills, which reviewers say delivers more ground spice per turn.
Is it dishwasher safe?
Yes, and the ceramic grinder carries a 10-year warranty.