Lagom P64

I usually just read here; not contribute. But I also went the 'buy once, cry once' route, so here's my thoughts. I stretched my budget a lot and bought a Option-O P64 and a Decent DE1 Pro. A Lelit was my second choice. I am extremely happy with both my P64 and my Decent. Counter space was a consideration for me. Whatever you choose, be aware that every setup has a learning curve. Be patient. Your first dozen or so espressos might be mediocre. But after that your worse espresso will be very very good. Good luck. And enjoy

I have a J-max and upgraded to a Lagom P64. Nowadays I use only the P64 but still have my Jmax and use it rarely. That being said, the hand grinding works well with dark and medium roast. It is a huge chore with light roasts which is why I went electric. If you're sticking with dark roasts or medium roasts, then you should be fine. The J-max, J-ultra, and I assume K6 should beat an electric grinder of the same price range as far as taste and consistency go. Compared to the p64 with both SSP HU and mizen omni burrs, I do find more nuanced flavors with light roasts and even medium roasts, but this is unblinded. I think they should still produce great espresso regardless. If you see yourself wanting to go electric or go for light roasts or work flow reasons, I would consider saving for something like the Lagom casa, DF 54 or 64, Eureka line to buy once, cry once.

I have a lagom p64 and think it is fantastic. I would get a p80 if I were in the market now.

I have a P64 with SSP MP and I'm very happy with the result. I think it's my end game grinder and killed my desire to upgrade further. Might try another burr set in the future but that's way less costly than switching up grinders. 

Linea mini with an option-o p64 with the mizen Omni burrs. Considering SSP HU burrs for purely espresso and a 1zpresso for pour overs

The Niche is fine, but i know given it's age and limitations, that i can get more out of my P64 (with changed burrs). My plan is to keep the P64, change burrs, and use that as my milk grinder. New grinder will do everything else, running two burr sets. I know that won't make sense to some, and that's okay, but for me, it's where i'm looking to go. If i cannot find a grinder that fits my needs, i am fine with keeping the Niche going for another couple of years.

Bite the bullet and get the Lagom P64

I love my lagom p64

That was my exact situation. Ended up with the P64 and haven’t regretted it at all.

P64  it’s dead silent. Fast and easy adjustments