Coffee Equipment
Niche Duo Grinder Review: Flat Burrs Meet Switchable Design
The Niche Duo brings flat burr grinding and interchangeable burr sets to Niche's proven single-dose platform. A thoughtful evolution, though not without trade-offs.
Niche Duo Grinder
A single-dose grinder with interchangeable flat burr sets designed for espresso and filter coffee. Features 83mm burrs, factory calibration, and a 58mm dosing cup that fits standard portafilters.
Brand: Niche
Price / positioning: Premium · Approximately £660 (USD $800) for filter burr set; espresso burr set pricing varies by region
Best for: Users who want a well-built single-dose grinder with occasional burr swaps, Filter coffee enthusiasts seeking a dedicated filter grinder, Those who value simplicity and don't prioritize grinding speed
View on AmazonKey Strengths
- Excellent build quality and durability
- Simple, intuitive workflow
- Minimal retention of ground coffee
- Innovative burr-swapping system with pre-mounted carriers
- Effective filter coffee output with filter-specific burrs
Consider Before Buying
- Espresso burrs produce similar profile to original Niche Zero despite flat design
- Slower grind speed than expected for 83mm burrs
- Louder than the original Niche Zero
- Shallow funnel can cause popcorning with filter grind settings
- Dosing cup too small for large filter batches
- Burr swaps remain a barrier to frequent brewing method changes
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