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 is the Option-O LAGOM mini, priced at $374, targeted towards intermediate skill levels. In contrast, Grinder 2, the Niche Duo, is positioned at $700 and is designed for advanced users. Both grinders fall under the semi-automatic category and are made from aluminum, but differ in their respective pricing and intended audience.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the LAGOM mini employs a conical burr with a diameter of 48mm, while the Niche Duo utilizes a larger 83mm flat burr made from hardened steel. Both grinders feature a stepless adjustment mechanism, allowing for precise grind size customization, with an adjustment scale of 1 micron. They both use a single-dose hopper, with the LAGOM mini employing an On/Off button for dosing and the Niche Duo utilizing a toggle switch. The LAGOM mini has a retention of less than 0.2g, whereas the Niche Duo achieves a slightly better retention of less than 0.1g.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, the LAGOM mini operates at a grind speed of 60 seconds for 18g of espresso, compared to the Niche Duo's considerably faster time of 17 seconds. Neither grinder has adjustable RPM, but both allow for swappable burrs, catering to user preference for grinding characteristics. The LAGOM mini has a grind range from pour-over to espresso, while the Niche Duo is specifically designed for espresso, enhancing its suitability for that brewing method.

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