As I’m getting more into light roasts with my espresso machine and OXO/soup I’ve been thinking about the difference between conical and flat burrs. I’ve got the VS3 with the Hypernova Ultra-S burrs and am quite happy with the results. But upgraditis is real and now I’m thinking about getting a flat burr grinder.
The question is if I should save money and wait until I can get something like a Philos/Zerno to replace my current grinder or just buy a DF54 as a second „light roast“ grinder. The thing is I’m not sure how big of a difference it’ll make. And before I spend 1k, maybe the DF54 will suffice.
I drink mostly espresso and from time to time cortados.
I've had this on my list, but shipping was so expensive it got way over my budget. I stalled for the Lagom Mini II and love it. Good to see some love for Lagom!
You may need to stretch your budget to get out of the DF options if you want electric. I'm incredibly satisfied with the Option-O Lagom Mini. Granted I am only pulling 2-ish shots per day.
Take the Oxo, Breville, Ode, and Opus off your list. Consider adding the Lagom Mini. I have one that does espresso and filter like a champ and has without issue for a few years now. It's a little slow and limited duty cycle (I think 90s per 5m or something) but for home use it's great. There's a mini 2 now that I admittedly don't know much about.
Not the Casa, but I have a Lagom Mini and love it as well! Option-O’s quality is just phenomenal. The Mini comes with Moonshine which makes FANTASTIC juicy pour overs too. And the new Lagom Mini can be powered via USB-C, making it a great option for portable travel too. All for under $400 is insane.
I like the simplicity of the Smart Grinder's workflow (and noise), but it really doesn't compete with the Baratza for cup quality and ease of adjustment.
Eurekas are way more aligned with my feature and aesthetic preferences, but as an entry grinder they're on par.
For size and "hiding" ability, maybe the Femobook A2 or OutIn or something so you can pop it out and tuck it away when not in use since you're in a corner. My choice in that smaller category would be the Lagom Mini, but it's more than your price range.
Again, between those options and if your counter has space, the Baratza.
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