Compare Grinders


	Niche	Weber Workshops
MSRP
MSRP	$700	$1999
Skill Level
Skill Level	Advanced	Advanced
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Flat Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	83 mm	83 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepped
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	5 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	On/Off Toggle	On/Off Button
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Single Dose
Retention
Retention	< .1 g	< .1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Turkish
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	17	30
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	530 rpm	150 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	Yes
Weight
Weight	5 kg	9 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Aluminium
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	58 mm Grind Cup	Magnetic Tumbler

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Niche Duo, priced at $700, is an advanced semi-automatic espresso grinder, whereas the Weber Key is a higher-end option at $1999, also meant for advanced users. Both brands target skilled coffee enthusiasts, indicating that both machines are designed for those with a deeper understanding of coffee preparation techniques. While the Niche retains a more accessible price within the advanced category, the Weber positions itself as a premium offering. This price difference signifies varying levels of technology and potential features.

Brewing Comparison

In grinding information, the Niche Duo utilizes a flat burr grinding method with a burr diameter of 83mm and employs a stepless adjustment mechanism with a precision of 1 micron. Conversely, the Weber Key features a conical burr type, also with an 83mm diameter, but uses a stepped adjustment approach with a coarser scale of 5 microns. Both grinders utilize a single dose hopper type and offer high precision with their primary dosing methods—Toggle Switch for Niche and Button for Weber—which can enhance the user experience by reducing retention of unused grounds. The retention rate for both grinders is impressively low at less than 0.1 grams, contributing to freshness in espresso preparation.

Features Comparison

Regarding features, the Niche Duo has a fixed motor speed of 530 RPM, while the Weber Key boasts adjustable RPM ranging from 30 to 300, allowing for versatile grinding tailored to different brewing techniques. The grind range of both grinders is highly specialized, with the Niche focused on espresso and the Weber covering a broader spectrum from pour-over to Turkish coffee, catering to varied brewing preferences. Both machines support swappable burrs, enabling users to customize or upgrade their grinding capabilities, providing flexibility and longevity for each grinder as preferences and technologies evolve.

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