Compare Grinders


	Niche	Timemore
MSRP
MSRP	$580	$699
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Toggle Switch	Side Press Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	63 mm	78 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	On/Off Toggle	On/Off Button
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Single-Dise
Retention
Retention	< .1 g	< 0.1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	17	10
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	330 rpm	1100 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	Yes
Weight
Weight	4.1 kg	6.5 kg
Material
Material	Aluminium	Powder Coated Alumnimum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	58 mm Grind Cup	Magnetic Aluminum Catch Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Niche Zero is priced at $580 and targets an intermediate skill level, making it suitable for home enthusiasts looking for quality espresso. In contrast, the Timemore Sculptor 078s carries a higher MSRP of $699 but remains in the intermediate skill range. Both brands are focused on delivering quality grinders for espresso and various brewing methods. The differences in price reflect their features and the high-quality materials used.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the Niche Zero utilizes conical burrs with a 63mm diameter, while the Timemore Sculptor 078s features larger 78mm flat burrs. Both grinders offer a stepless adjustment system with a precision scale of 1 micron for fine tuning. The Niche Zero operates with a single-dose hopper and employs an on/off toggle for dosing, whereas the Timemore uses a side press button for activation and has a single-dose hopper as well. Both models boast minimal retention of less than 0.1 grams, ensuring fresh coffee with every grind.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, the Timemore Sculptor 078s allows for adjustable RPM settings ranging from 800 to 1400, enhancing versatility depending on the grind desired. The grind range on both grinders extends from pour-over to espresso, accommodating multiple brewing styles. However, neither grinder has swappable burrs, focusing instead on high-quality, fixed burr setups tailored for optimal performance. This lack of swappable burrs highlights their design around specific grinding methods for the best coffee experience.

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