SmokePromos alternative
Custom grinders,without the 50-unit minimum.
Pricing up branded grinders on SmokePromos and hitting a 50-unit floor? GMI machines the same aircraft-grade aluminium grinder to order, with true 3D engraving — and lets you buy a single unit. Prove the product works before you commit to a case.
The one difference that matters
SmokePromos runs a strong, well-known program — a wide catalogue, fast turnaround, decorated in the USA. If you already know you need 50 or more, they are a credible supplier.
Where GMI is different is the floor. There is no 50-unit minimum on the machined metal grinders. A dispensary testing whether branded merch actually moves, an artist gauging demand before a drop, a brand trialling two logo treatments side by side — none of that needs a case quantity, and none of it should require one. Buy one, hold the machining and the engraving in your hand, then scale.
GMI vs SmokePromos, side by side
SmokePromos figures reflect their publicly listed 4-piece aluminium program at time of writing. GMI figures are the live prices on this site.
| GMI Custom Grinders | SmokePromos | |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum order | None — buy a single unit | 50 units (pricing starts at 50) |
| Entry cost to start | From $50.00 for one grinder | ~$475 (50 × $9.50) |
| Premium branding | 3D metal engraving in gold, silver or rose gold | Etch or printed logo, top/bottom |
| Logo proof | Instant, self-serve in the customizer — free | Emailed proof after enquiry |
| Free scraper | Free custom-designed scraper, engraved to match | Free plain scraper |
| Custom printed box | Free on orders of 100+ units | Not standard / paid add-on |
| In-stock lead time | Stock colours ship in ~7 days | ~10 business days |
| Materials | CNC aircraft-grade aluminium; printed acrylic | Aluminium, wood, acrylic, plastic |
| Buy online today | Yes — live pricing, checkout on-site | Configure / enquire flow |
SmokePromos is a trademark of its respective owner. This comparison is provided for informational purposes and reflects publicly available information; it is not affiliated with or endorsed by SmokePromos.
What a machined grinder actually costs
Real per-unit pricing at each break — the same numbers the shop charges, starting at a single unit rather than 50.
| Quantity | 2-part | 4-part |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $50.00 | $75.00 |
| 25+ | $12.75 | $18.00 |
| 50+ | $11.00 | $15.50 |
| 100+ | $10.25 | $14.25 |
| 500+ | $7.75 | $10.75 |
| 1,000+ | $6.75 | $9.50 |
Included free — not an add-on
- Custom-designed scraper
- Not a generic scraper — one designed and engraved to match your brand, in every order, whatever the quantity.
- Custom printed box
- On orders of 100 units or more, custom-printed boxes are included free — what turns a loose grinder into shelf-ready retail.
See the full machined spec on the herb grinder page or the wholesale breakdown.
Common questions
- What is the best SmokePromos alternative for custom grinders?
- GMI Custom Grinders is a direct alternative for branded herb grinders with a lower barrier to entry: there is no minimum order. SmokePromos prices its metal grinders from 50 units, while GMI machines a single custom grinder to order from $50, with 3D metal engraving and a free instant logo proof.
- Does GMI have a minimum order like SmokePromos?
- No. SmokePromos' custom metal grinder pricing starts at 50 units (about a $475 first order). GMI has no minimum on its machined metal grinders — order one, see the machining and engraving in person, then scale.
- How fast can GMI ship compared to SmokePromos?
- For in-stock colours — black and one further colour are usually on the shelf — GMI ships branded grinders in about 7 days, ahead of the ~10 business days SmokePromos quotes. Fully custom colour runs take about 3–4 weeks.
- What makes GMI's branding different?
- GMI offers true 3D metal engraving in gold, silver or rose gold — a machined finish rather than an etch or a print — and every order includes a free custom-designed scraper engraved to match, not a generic one.
Try one beforeyou order the case.
Upload your logo, preview it on the lid, and order a single machined grinder today — or request a quote for a bigger run.