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So if I wanted a value grinder for our occasional camping holidays, am I going to notice a significant difference between the Lido 2 and a Porlex or similar? I'm using a Bacchi stovetop espresso machine and have noticed with my smart grinder I'm using a 10 grind setting compared to 13 for my Breville BES 900. Even on such a fine grind I'm still finding the extraction too fast on the Bacchi. I just don't want to have to bring a big electric grinder into the camper but don't want to spend big dollars for maybe 20 days a year.
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How can you go past the rossa. Not cheap and i like that there is a kilo of brass in it. And better bearings than the crankshaft in my car. commercial link removed per site posting policy
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I've just picked up a Lido from Chris. Awesome bit of kit!Originally posted by blybo View PostSo if I wanted a value grinder for our occasional camping holidays, am I going to notice a significant difference between the Lido 2 and a Porlex or similar? I'm using a Bacchi stovetop espresso machine and have noticed with my smart grinder I'm using a 10 grind setting compared to 13 for my Breville BES 900. Even on such a fine grind I'm still finding the extraction too fast on the Bacchi. I just don't want to have to bring a big electric grinder into the camper but don't want to spend big dollars for maybe 20 days a year.
I also wanted something to take away for holidays and car camping to use with the Aeropress or plunger, but could also handle espresso sampling duties or filter at home - and the Lido will easily handle all of this. I think it would handle the Bacchi grind better than a Porlex - but don't quote me. I haven't used the Porlex, but consensus seems to be here at CS that the smaller grinders struggle with espresso - the Lido doesn't.
I looked at a Rossi too - smaller, awesome quality and I'm a sucker for machined brass - but twice the price.
Cheers Matt
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Adding to this helpful post, side by side the Porlex is not anywhere near the same league as the Lido2 for grind quality, build quality / speed. As for flavour its no contest.Originally posted by DesigningByCoffee View PostI've just picked up a Lido from Chris. Awesome bit of kit!
I also wanted something to take away for holidays and car camping to use with the Aeropress or plunger, but could also handle espresso sampling duties or filter at home - and the Lido will easily handle all of this. I think it would handle the Bacchi grind better than a Porlex - but don't quote me. I haven't used the Porlex, but consensus seems to be here at CS that the smaller grinders struggle with espresso - the Lido doesn't.
I looked at a Rossi too - smaller, awesome quality and I'm a sucker for machined brass - but twice the price.
Cheers Matt
I would imagine the Rosco and Lido2 to be on par in terms of output quality and a more appropriate comparison overall.
Rosco looks like it could go a generation longer though.
I gave my Porlex away....
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You aren't mistaken that it is not in the same league. It certainly isn't ideal as an espresso grinder doemstically. However, for the minimalist traveller its design is noteworthy for Aeropress users as it fits into it perfectly. The handle can stir the grinds and the grinds container eliminates the need for a funnel to pour beans into it without going everywhere.Originally posted by Steve82 View PostAdding to this helpful post, side by side the Porlex is not anywhere near the same league as the Lido2 for grind quality, build quality / speed.
I gave my Porlex away....
Lido 2 & the 'brass monster' take the win in this case.
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Originally posted by blybo View PostSo if I wanted a value grinder for our occasional camping holidays, am I going to notice a significant difference between the Lido 2 and a Porlex or similar? I'm using a Bacchi stovetop espresso machine and have noticed with my smart grinder I'm using a 10 grind setting compared to 13 for my Breville BES 900. Even on such a fine grind I'm still finding the extraction too fast on the Bacchi. I just don't want to have to bring a big electric grinder into the camper but don't want to spend big dollars for maybe 20 days a year.
I have the Bacchi matched with the Lido (version 1 ). I wanted something that I could take up the coast on trips away, produces good quality coffee, and needs no maintenance and I must say this combo is spot on. I put it all in a small bag with my latest roast and it produces a far better coffee than any cafés do up the coast. Highly recommend the Lido matched with the Bacchi .
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Hi Guys,
Looking for a portable grinder to travel with the Otto. We need something that grinds finely and is lightish for travel (aircraft not in a back pack)
Would you recommend the Lido or something else?
I see the Lido 3 is being developed and looks ideal for travel - does anyone have any experience of the Lido 3?
Thanks for any help
DaveLast edited by Dr_Dave; 23 January 2015, 11:58 AM.
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