Compare Grinders


	1Zpresso	Niche
MSRP
MSRP	$159	$580
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Electric
Activation
Activation	Hand Crank	Toggle Switch
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	48 mm	63 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	8.8 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Manual	On/Off Toggle
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Single Dose
Retention
Retention	< 1 g	< .1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	40	17
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	rpm	330 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	1 kg	4.1 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum Alloy	Aluminium
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magnetic Catch Cup	58 mm Grind Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Grinder 1, the Niche Zero by Niche, is priced at approximately $580 and is categorized as a semi-automatic unit, suitable for intermediate skill levels. In contrast, Grinder 2, the 1Zpresso J-Max S, is a manual grinder costing about $159, also designed for intermediates. The significant difference in price suggests varying features and functionalities between the two models.

Brewing Comparison

Both grinders utilize conical burrs for grinding, with Grinder 1 featuring a larger burr diameter of 63 mm made from hardened steel, while Grinder 2 has a 48 mm stainless steel burr. The Niche Zero employs a stepless adjustment system, allowing for precise micrometric adjustment (1 micron), while the J-Max S uses a stepped adjustment with a coarser scale of 8.8 microns. Both models feature a single-dose hopper type and differ in dosing methods: Grinder 1 operates with an on/off toggle, whereas Grinder 2 requires manual dosing. The retention is notably low in both grinders, with Grinder 1 maintaining less than 0.1 g, while Grinder 2 retains less than 1 g, showcasing efficient designs.

Features Comparison

In terms of features, the Niche Zero has a fixed RPM of 330 and does not support adjustable RPM, emphasizing speed consistency for various grind ranges from pour-over to espresso. Meanwhile, the 1Zpresso J-Max S does not specify RPM but offers swappable burrs, which can be beneficial for users looking to customize their grinding experience. The grind range of the Niche Zero spans various brew methods, while the J-Max S is specifically optimized for espresso, highlighting their respective target uses.

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