Is the Niche Zero top of the pile?

Adrianmsmith

For the niche zero and the duo, I have never had to use bellows and I’ve never complained about popcorning. I do not understand why a little bit of popcorning is an issue And it usually is happening whilst steaming milk anyway. So why does it matter!!

I also used to just tap the spout and give it a couple of “taps” by rocking the whole thing onto its front feet. No issues at all.

HarveyMushman

Adrianmsmith I also used to just tap the spout and give it a couple of “taps” by rocking the whole thing onto its front feet. No issues at all.

If only there was a discreet, built-in device that did exactly this 😉

Pompeyexile

I started out in this game with a monster electric grinder, the Brasilia RR55OD which was a great flat burr grinder. Massive, although very quiet in operation, and programmable, but created more static than a million balloons being rubbed on woolly jumpers. Consequently, it retained more than it gave out. It just so happened that when I had the funds (and a lot of luck from a seller on Ebay) the Niche Zero was the new kid on the block and making big headlines in the home coffee world. Even on here. So, that is what I went for.

It is well-built, robust and in my eyes at least looks good too. But, the one thing it did that many products do not, is it very nearly lived up to its claims and hype. Now obviously, it would have been a marketing disaster to have called it the Niche Almost But Not Quite Zero, but when you compared it to what other grinders were leaving behind, you could forgive it. Yes, I have added some bellows to puff out those last 0.00? grams, but that is just me being a bit OCD.

For the price, build quality and does what it says on the tin, for me, it is a winner and I see no reason to lust after anything different.

Having said that, the above comment is from probably the least real coffee knowledgeable person on this website, so can be taken with a pinch of salt… But for the little guy just starting out on this journey, it might be useful.

MWJB

Pompeyexile ‘Zero retention’ is generally, realistically considered to be less than 0.5g dose variation, rather than an absolute 0.0g variation (which is impossible in a significant sample).

MWJB

HarveyMushman Just ‘clack’ the lid a couple of times.

dang2484

I had a zero for years and I never had the desire to upgrade in all that time, it was a fantastic grinder. I think for a conical burr grinder it’s the best for it’s price point and don’t think you’ll get much of an upgrade jumping I to double price grinders.

I do itch for the duo though!! 😩

LMSC

dang2484 I do itch for the duo though!!

@Cuprajake has both. He may be able to advise if it is worth upgrading. And, so are @DavecUK and @MediumRoastSteam

Waitforme

dang2484

I believe @dfk41 also had both and may have moved the Duo on.

Rob666

I’ve had a Zero since they first came out. It gets used for 2-4 cups per day. I’ve had to replace the motor and, while I was at it, the motherboard at very reasonable cost. It does exactly what I need. I do occasionally get the itch to “upgrade” to something with bigger conical burrs but have resisted so far. It’s a brilliant design! Very low retention and has never stalled, even once, unlike my Eureka 65e. Service from the manufacturer, should you ever need it, is very responsive and helpful.

In summary, one of my better purchases!

dfk41

Waitforme I did indeed, but for a reason. I am emotionally invested in the Zero! I road tested the Duo for a year before it came out. I bought a production model but I also wanted to try out the Solo T64 so moved the Duo on. I promised my wife there would be 2 grinders maximum in my collection. I enjoyed the Solo but have moved it on to a friend in need……then I caught my wife is an unusually good mood and now have a Kafatek Conical on order

dang2484

dfk41 what’s your take on the solo t64 compared to the Duo? From reading up, there didn’t seem there was much to upgrade to.

dfk41

dang2484 I cannot really compare the 2 as the burrs are so different. What I will say though, is that for the price, there is no better 64mm flat burr grinder. Yes, it is Chinese. No it will not see in the next Millenium. I would happily have another

BrendaninBrooklyn

dfk41

I barely use Net social media however Discord surprised me by how easy it was to find the WUG2 group.

In the Discord app, left-most column, click on the last icon from the top. Supposed to be a compass, and close enough. Go to Espresso Aficionados, click on compass again and search for Titan Grinders, at Titan Grinders click on compass yet again search for WUG2. Sounds more than it is.

I did not stop to look as I have no pressing questions. Hopefully any of yours will get answered and you may even find an owner proximate to you. Good luck; have fun.

dang2484

Thanks for your thoughts. I can imagine it’s a bit like comparing apples and oranges.

I’ve had mazzers in the past and like the coffee they produce but I’ve had enough of upgraditis!

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