Compare Grinders


	Option-O	Niche
MSRP
MSRP	$374	$700
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Advanced
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Press Button	Toggle Switch
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	48 mm	83 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	On/Off Button	On/Off Toggle
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Single Dose
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	< .1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	60	17
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	200 rpm	530 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	1.5 kg	5 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Aluminum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magnetic Dose Cup	58 mm Grind Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Grinder 1, the Niche Duo, is positioned as an advanced-level espresso grinder with a price of $700. In contrast, Grinder 2, the Option-O LAGOM mini, targets intermediate users and is priced at a more affordable $374. Both grinders fall into the semi-automatic category, making them suitable for home use, but appeal to different skill levels within that market.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the Niche Duo utilizes flat burrs with an 83mm diameter, while the LAGOM mini features 48mm conical burrs. Both models have a stepless adjustment mechanism, allowing for precise grind size control, but the Niche Duo has a higher retention rate of less than 0.1g, compared to the LAGOM mini's retention of less than 0.2g. Both grinders use a single dose hopper and employ an on/off toggle for dosing, ensuring that users have control over their coffee measurements. This design can help reduce wastage and facilitate a cleaner grinding process.

Features Comparison

For key features, both grinders include swappable burrs, which allows users to customize or upgrade their grinding capabilities easily. The Niche Duo operates at a maximum speed of 530 RPM, focusing exclusively on espresso, while the LAGOM mini operates at 200 RPM and has a broader grind range that accommodates from pour-over to espresso. Additionally, the absence of adjustable RPM in both models limits the ability to customize grind speed further, but essential features such as magnetic dose cups in the LAGOM mini provide convenience.

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