Compare Grinders


	Niche	Mahlkonig
MSRP
MSRP	$580	$649
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	Portafilter Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	63 mm	54 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	On/Off Toggle	Programmable Timed Dose
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Hopper
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	18
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	330 rpm	1050 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	4.1 kg	8 kg
Material
Material	Aluminium	Black Aluminum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	58 mm Grind Cup	No Information

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Niche Zero grinder from Niche is priced at $580 and is designed for intermediate skill levels, making it an accessible choice for home baristas. In contrast, the Mahlkonig X54, coming in at $649, also targets intermediate users but reflects a slightly higher investment for those seeking a robust grinder.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the Niche Zero features a 63 mm conical burr made of hardened steel, while the Mahlkonig X54 utilizes a 54 mm flat burr made of stainless steel. Both grinders offer stepless adjustments, allowing for precise grinding, but differ in hopper types; the Niche Zero uses a single dose method emphasizing minimal retention at <0.1 g, whereas the X54 comes with a hopper featuring programmable timed doses and retains slightly more at <0.2 g.

Features Comparison

Key features indicate that neither grinder offers adjustable RPM, with the Niche Zero operating at 330 RPM and the Mahlkonig X54 at 1050 RPM. However, both grinders have a full grind range from pour-over to espresso, maximizing versatility. Additionally, neither grinder supports swappable burrs, ensuring that users must rely on the quality and design of the existing burrs for all their grinding needs.

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