Here is a review on the 64 from James. It’s a good unit.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=53lTlpjM2sQ&t=230s
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Best flat burr grinder under $1000AUD for espresso?
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Would you get a DF64 with SSP burrs for under $1000? Think it would just tip you over the $1000 mark, but only just.
I have the DF64 with TiN burrs and it is quite good though! Few minor frustrations that I can live with, but it produces really good espresso!
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Hi there, I have had flat burr grinders for many years now, there will be lots of people out there who love their Niche, and that is also a great machine. For me I like the results from my flat burr grinders and always get good body and mouthfeel from them. It could be that the Niche is better for you, as it is single origin you are grinding. I roast my own beans and it is a blend, more traditional dark espresso style. We drink milk based drinks only.
It is important to match the grinder to the type of beans you are grinding. If it is clarity you are after, different grinders will bring these flavours out more. Try to chat to some who uses a Niche and grinds beans similar to what you will drink. Don't go by what is popular or what other people like, you really need to match the grinder to you.
I have the Eureka Speciality and purchased an bellows from here. I have had it for 4 years and it works very well as a single dose machine. It has 55mm steel burrs. I can only speak to the Speciality with the style of beans we use.
https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/FusedLi..._id=1096746734
I have recently upgraded to a Profitec 600 and was thinking about splurging and buying a more expensive grinder , however talking to owners of top end grinders you get more clarity in the cup less body. I was chatting to someone who has an one of these expensive grinders and a Eureka Atom, and they were saying they get more body and mouthfeel from their Atom which is almost 1/3 the price of the expensive grinder (yes you can spend a lot on a grinder!).
There are lots of people who use the Eureka grinders, there are lots of models out there, so you need to look at the one that best fits your workflow. The XL and Oro single dose were not out when I bought my grinder. If I were buying again I would probably look at the XL or speciality, the Oro seems over priced for what it is. The nice thing about the Speciality and XL is that you can easily switch between single dose and on demand (if you purchase the bellows).
Also getting access to the burrs for cleaning is very good, you only have to remove 3 screws. And as the it is the bottom grinding disk that moves, you don't lose your calibration when opening for cleaning. Also very easy to get parts for this grinder. This video may help you.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFS0fJUMBWM&t=297s
I really like stemless adjustment on the grinder, the only negative I have about this grinder is the dial to change the settings is really small, and you have to be very precise when you make changes. A larger dial would have been really good. However I only move the dial slightly as the beans age. The machine is super quiet and takes up very little space. I am very happy with this machine and probably won't change it. I am looking to put in new burrs, which is not that expensive. If I were to change I would probably look at the XL.
Best of luck with your decision. I am sure which ever you choose it will be a great and you will enjoy your new setup.
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🙇♂️ I'll definitely be considering the DF64 with CV sweet burrs from what I've researched, thanks!🙏
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I used to be into lighter roasts but I'm starting to favour more medium roasts now.
The more I get into single origin coffees the more I'm discovering the way it's processed that has the biggest impact for me: Wine process, Carbonic maceration, Cherry madness - SO coffees I've had processed these ways have been amazing, and they were all light to medium roasts - I really dig the stone fruit/citrus flavours.
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Yeah, I've been eyeing off the Eureka's... I'm really tempted to pay the extra $200 for the Eureka Oro Mignon Single Dose, but it could also be due to the fact that I'm a sucker for that matte black/oak accent look.
I'll be getting a black Gaggia so the grinder I'll be aiming for is black to match.
Thanks, that's +1 for Eureka then!
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I've been really impressed by my Eureka Specialita in chrome which I got for $700 2 years ago.- It grinds my dose in 7.5 seconds quietly,
- it is easy to cleanup because of the way the upper burr is mounted,
- it looks beautiful next to a chrome machine (which sounds like yours might be).
Good luck!
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Best flat burr grinder under $1000AUD for espresso?
First post, I know that "best" is an entirely subjective term but I'm looking at upgrading from my Sunbeam Barista Max (I've got a few good years out of the old girl) and getting a Gaggia Classic Pro (for the mod-ability).
Now I've been reading a lot, and watching a lot of James Hoffmann videos online, and it sounds like flat burrs is the way to go given the style of beans I like (single origin, mostly Ethiopian).
To that end I've seen the options on the market here in Aus, and overseas, and there's a lot to take in so I'm keen to hear suggestions about other people's experience, who knows maybe I should stick with a conical burr grinder? Help???
I drink 2 espressos per day, and I like cold brew too.

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