Hi
I'm looking at upgrading my current set up from a Unico Splendor and Macap M4 doser combo. I've had this set up for ~12 years (can't remember the exact dates).
The machine choice is easy - the Profitec P700 (with flow control valve fitted) seems to tick every box. Better brew temp stability than my HX Unico Splendor, the ability to easily adjust said brew temp for different beans and a much quieter pump (rotary vs vibrational). I'm also sold on the variable flow control idea, which would suit my needs to a T.
The grinder choice, however, is proving a bit of a problem. I'm after a single dose grinder which:
- is quieter than my clack-clack-clack M4 doser;
- is at least the M4's equal in grind quality and consistency; and
- has zero-to-low grounds retention.
I weigh and grind only sufficient beans for each extraction, so don't need a hopper to store beans, nor a doser to distribute the grounds.
I'm thinking possibly a Sette 270Wi or Eureka Mignon Silenzio/Specialita. Or maybe even the Niche Zero - although I'm not sure I'm sold on the grinding-into-a-cup idea.
I do, however, want a quieter grinder.
I'm uncertain if the grinders I'm looking at would be a downgrade in terms of grind quality, consistency etc over the Macap. I've read lots of info and watched many videos on the 270Wi and Eureka grinders, but can't find a comparison to the Macap.
I'm open to other grinder suggestions that meet the above criteria.
Budget is hopefully under $1k, but maybe up to $1.5k if there is a killer solution to my wishes.
So, is there a suitable grinder in my budget, or am I better off keeping the Macap and putting up with the noise?
Edit: Just discovered the Caedo E37S. Is this the answer to my question (albeit a tad over-budget)
Suggestions welcome. Thanks for reading.
I'm looking at upgrading my current set up from a Unico Splendor and Macap M4 doser combo. I've had this set up for ~12 years (can't remember the exact dates).
The machine choice is easy - the Profitec P700 (with flow control valve fitted) seems to tick every box. Better brew temp stability than my HX Unico Splendor, the ability to easily adjust said brew temp for different beans and a much quieter pump (rotary vs vibrational). I'm also sold on the variable flow control idea, which would suit my needs to a T.
The grinder choice, however, is proving a bit of a problem. I'm after a single dose grinder which:
- is quieter than my clack-clack-clack M4 doser;
- is at least the M4's equal in grind quality and consistency; and
- has zero-to-low grounds retention.
I weigh and grind only sufficient beans for each extraction, so don't need a hopper to store beans, nor a doser to distribute the grounds.
I'm thinking possibly a Sette 270Wi or Eureka Mignon Silenzio/Specialita. Or maybe even the Niche Zero - although I'm not sure I'm sold on the grinding-into-a-cup idea.
I do, however, want a quieter grinder.
I'm uncertain if the grinders I'm looking at would be a downgrade in terms of grind quality, consistency etc over the Macap. I've read lots of info and watched many videos on the 270Wi and Eureka grinders, but can't find a comparison to the Macap.
I'm open to other grinder suggestions that meet the above criteria.
Budget is hopefully under $1k, but maybe up to $1.5k if there is a killer solution to my wishes.
So, is there a suitable grinder in my budget, or am I better off keeping the Macap and putting up with the noise?
Edit: Just discovered the Caedo E37S. Is this the answer to my question (albeit a tad over-budget)
Suggestions welcome. Thanks for reading.

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