Originally posted by Sangy
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I've gone from a crappy Breville CG10 ($15 used) to a Baratza Preciso ($350, new, tastes great and perfect for single dose grinding but very plasticky where it counts) to a Compak K6 ($500 used, would be 900-1200 new, relatively horrible ergos as most commercial machines will have in a home environment but has improved markedly on the taste/texture of shots over the Preciso, which I thought was incredible and still do).
It really depends on your needs, wants, likelihood to upgrade over time and available cash. If you're absolutely sure you'll stick with it I'd really be inclined to look for a second-hand top/high-tier grinder (Mazzer/Compak/etc) because the difference really is there.


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