Mini G

i have a [Profitec Pro t64](https://www.profitec-espresso.com/en/products/pro-t64) and have been very keen on it. It's a stable workhorse grind-by-demand grinder that's been solid. But. i've just ordered the new [Mazzer Mini G](https://www.mazzer.com/en/product/mini-g/) because i want to grind by weight. it should arrive in a week or 3.

yes! i was able to play with it with the importer and it's really well built. ordered on the spot.

Mazzer Mini G and Lagom 01 if you don’t have a budget. If you want to maximize bang for your buck I would go Fiorenzato AllGround Sense and Lagom P80.

2500 CAD is not enough for a proper commercial setup, full stop. A proper commercial setup incudes a plumbed in dual boiler machine, and a large hopper grinder that can dose out beans by either time or weight (ideally weight). Both should come from a reputable commercial brand with local technical support like La Spaziale, Mazzer, etc. The machine will run you 3500+ CAD and the grinder 1200+ CAD. Given you don’t have the budget for this, you are either going to have to make a bigger budget, look used, or compromise somewhere. First, I would check FB marketplace for local commercial machines and grinders. If you find something that seems reasonable, research it online and post it in groups like this for advice on whether it will work and whether it’s priced fairly. You can also look for a local espresso technician, they often have used machines to sell. If you can’t find used options, and you absolutely can’t afford a bigger budget, your best bet is to get a durable and reliable consumer machine and grinder, accept that your output will be very slow for a commercial environment, and optimize it as best you can. A Rancilio Silvia would be my recommendation for the machine and should be available for 1200-1300 CAD. For the grinder, Rancilio again has a strong option with the Stile and Stile OD for 1100-1200 CAD, or you can look at the Ceado E37J for 1350 CAD, or even step up to the Mazzer Mini for 1400 CAD, which is maybe the best overall option as it’s a true commercial grinder.

I've had the Mazzer mini G for about 2 weeks. Have used the E65 and E80 GBW's extensively too. Mazzer is a perfect home choice. Consistent, easy to use and tastes great

A little slower but not an issue for home. Much smaller than even the E65 which is great. Quite simple and works great!

The new Mazzer Mini or Mini g with the stock burrs

Philos is ideal if you switch coffees often or also want to brew filter. But since you said you use up a whole bag before moving to another, the Mini/g is perfect for that kind of workflow. Both are designed for home and light commercial use and will last forever in a home environment (just look at all of the people who have had the previous Mini for 15-20 years)

That mini g has horrible retention like 8gs and according to recent reviews ,it's not a great grinder, people are already returning it

i have an atom 75 and i love it. better shots than i got from my mazzer mini plus its quieter and much faster. love the setting knob for grind, and the controls.

Your OXO grinder is going to be the bottleneck here, more than the machine as you start to scale up. I started with an old Breville myself and didn't start pulling shots the way I actually wanted them until I upgraded to a good grinder, I splurged and bought a Mini Mazzer grinder - it was a big purchase at the time but I've had mine for 20 years now and it's been flawless through multiple espresso machine upgrades. For your budget, I'd grab the Bambino Plus and put the rest toward a quality grinder like a Eureka Mignon Notte (on a budget) or used Mazzer if you can find one. The grinder is honestly where much of the magic happens, and like buying guitars, once you get the bug you'll keep wanting to upgrade anyway so might as well invest in something that'll last.