My first real grinder was a mazzer super jolly. Very good grinder, built like a tank and really consistent grind quality. Its downfall was the workflow and insane retention. Adjusting the grind was difficult and there was little attention paid to things like static, so grounds went everywhere. All in all, it’s a good grinder, but not for home use.

Then I got a lido 3 et. Again, very nice piece of kit. It can grind for espresso, so will give you a real workout, if you like lightly roasted beans. I still use it as a travel grinder today. The build quality is great, and the grounds are consistent, but it’s difficult to get any fruity notes out of it. Changing the grind setting is such a pain, that I stopped bothering, which is probably not great if you want to use it for espresso.

I currently have a niche, which is great. The workflow is really good, and hopping from one brewer to another is a breeze. The coffee from it tastes quite traditional, so if you prefer floral notes, you might want to consider something else.

Which is where I’m at now. I think it’s time for a change. There’s a lot of great options on the market now, so it’s an exciting time to be shopping around!