Compare Grinders


	Niche	Mx. Cool
MSRP
MSRP	$580	$1400
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	On/Off Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	63 mm	83 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	On/Off Toggle	On/Off Toggle
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Single Dose
Retention
Retention	< .1 g	< .2 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Full Range - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	17	10
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	330 rpm	120 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	Yes
Weight
Weight	4.1 kg	7 kg
Material
Material	Aluminium	Metal
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	58 mm Grind Cup	Aluminum Tumbler Dosing Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Mx. Cool Aries grinder is priced at $1400 and is designed for advanced users, while the Niche Zero grinder is more accessible at $580, fitting the needs of intermediate users. Both grinders are categorized as semi-automatic, catering to different skill levels within the espresso-making community. The price difference indicates a varying target market, with the Aries appealing primarily to seasoned baristas and enthusiasts, whereas the Niche Zero is suited for those newer to espresso grinding.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, both grinders utilize conical burrs but differ in their specifications. The Mx. Cool Aries features an 83 mm titanium-coated stainless steel burr, whereas the Niche Zero uses a 63 mm hardened steel burr model from Mazzer. Both grinders offer stepless adjustment for precision, and they each use a single dose hopper, which minimizes retention; however, the Aries retains slightly more with <0.2 g compared to the Zero's <0.1 g. Both grinders employ an on/off toggle for primary dosing, emphasizing straightforward usability.

Features Comparison

Looking at the key features, the Mx. Cool Aries has adjustable RPM settings ranging from 90 to 150, allowing for a customizable grinding speed depending on the user's preference. Meanwhile, the Niche Zero operates at a constant 330 RPM, which may lead to more consistent grind quality but lacks the flexibility in speed adjustment. Both grinders support a full grind range from pour over to espresso, although the Aries allows for swappable burrs, adding to its versatility compared to the Niche Zero, which does not have this feature.

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