LAGOM MINI - Is This The BEST Coffee Grinder UNDER $400? (VS NICHE ZERO)

The Option-O LAGOM MINI review - comparing it to the Niche Zero.
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Timecode:

0:00 - Introduction
1:30 - Brewing Coffee
2:00 - Overview
4:40 - VS Niche Zero
8:35 - Workflow Details
9:30 - Cons
11:10 - Verdict

[KyleRowsell]

ps. There have been some reports of Lagom Mini’s stalling with espresso grinding use. I can’t speak to this as mine has never stalled - even grinding at is finest range. I hope to share more about this in the future but I’ve gotten word from option-O that this doesn’t happen to every unit and that they’re planning to fix this in the near future. But please be aware this is something to consider.

[goldencalf]

Great to see so many options for budget grinders these days. Back when I first got into home espresso 8 years ago, the Rancilio Rocky was considered the only budget option and the Mazzer Mini was the gold standard (I opted for ths middle road with the Baratza Vario). At the time, I thought someone could make a lot of money by designing an affordable, well designed grinder with a good burr set.

[sh]

Thanks Kyle, another fantastic video. Can I suggest, if no one else suggested already, another video on the comparison of the Lagom Mini with one or two of the premium hand grinders such as the K-plus and C40 - is speed really the only major difference between them.

[joeyzhang]

As someone who participated in the early trial in the Lagom Mimi 38mm, Yes you can grind espresso from mini and motor is rated for that. I asked the factory why does not say espresso on that is because it will take about 1mins30 second to grind for one dose, and they don't want people buying that for espresso and complaining about 1mins30seconds grind for espresso

[lomolta]

Wonderful video! What many of of us want to see is a comparison between the 48mm-version and the Fellow Ode for filter 🤗

[mikele]

Man Kyle, you just killed it! Awesome. This will be on my late mail to 🎅.
And I prefer splitting my double shots in 2. 1 for pure espresso, 1 for a cortado. So yeah, dairy is my go for when I want to enjoy pushing a coffee to its full spectrum.
Btw, my 1zpresso JX-pro could grind 18-20gr espresso in 40s, and I like the feel of crushing the beans, just a personal thing. So 30s is definitely not long. It's okay as long as the grind quality is excellent.

[Silatas]

Loving the content! Always showing your passion for coffee, it is inspiring in a way! Anyways. With filter coffee, always black. Espresso is mostly as a milk drink; most likely a Cortado.

[tommihommi]

The burr chamber design is shared by other small conical burr grinders, very similar to old isomac grinders that also use 38mm burrs.

A weber style tumbler fits perfectly on top of the lagom mini and can be used to dose beans into it

[lovingcompassion]

Got my DF64 for less than $400 a few months back, and it's a lifechanger for me

[elidenson]

If I’m doing filter coffee absolutely no dairy! If it’s an espresso drink though I love using milk, but it’s got to be oat milk (lactose intolerant).

On another note, how do you think this grinder compares to the Fellow Ode? Feels like similar price range and since they both excel at filter coffee I’m curious which is best.

[LaurenF]

My primary coffee drink is espresso with oat milk. Filter coffee I drink black.

I think the Lacom Mini will be added to my list of possible grinders in the future. Right now I use the grinder built into my Breville Barista Pro. I like the design and small size factor of the Lagom Mini (in addition to all its performance pros). I make 1-2 drinks a day on my espresso machine so I think with my lower usage this might be an interesting option.

Thanks Kyle for your great content!

[ethiopianbuffman]

The best limited space setup is the 48mm Mini and Bambino for starters. More advance users it is the 48mm + Argos. These also make great travel setups. I can’t wait to get my Mini in the mail next month.

[benobi]

Dairy for my wife and I.
Just ordered the 48mm version. Super excited !
On the flip side, am also having a bit of buyers remorse… mainly brew using the mokka pot and have a JX Pro. Not sure what to expect besides a slightly more efficient work flow…

[lapingyin]

I love your review of the 2 grinders. Thank you! At this moment I think the ode would be a fantastic addition to my brew bar as I am currently loving pour overs! My random acts of kindness actually happen once a month paying for the order behind us in the drive through. Random acts are always needed throughout the year! Thank you for always doing yours, your reviews are incredibly kind! 💜

[morningcoffee]

Every video you make really deserves a BIG LIKE, Kyle. Thanks .

[michaelboyack]

Wow! I’m so excited! I will probably be buying this one. I’ve been waiting for a solid grinder that can do filter and espresso and looks better than the sette. 48 mil is coming my way soon!Also, I usually don’t add dairy to my drinks. I do like the occasional latte art practice though

[thedamnbored]

You're great Kyle. Love your videos. Been here a long time. They keep getting better. You're my favourite coffee youtuber. I watch a lot of different coffee youtube people. Happy holidays. (no dairy)

[TalLikesThat]

1. I do not add anything to my coffee, it is perfect just the way it is.
2. 30 seconds grind time for filter is fine, the kettle needs time to boil anyway.
3. I loved this video and learned a lot. Thank you, Kyle!

[PanzerIV]

Very good review! However I've already pre-ordered on Nov 2021 a (Eureka Oro) for my mom which she received last week so 5 months later as the first batch was said to have a really bad quality control. The one she received seems to be pretty good so far, and that pre-order saved a significant amount of money, being 850$CAD instead of 1050$CAD! As for me, I have a (Ceado E37SD) which is significantly bigger and pricier but what surprise me the most is the Oro doesn't even need RDT or a Brush to remove all retention and barely has any static while for my Ceado it is a must, otherwise it's a nightmare!

I was considering at some point the (Lagoon P-64) at first but since it was constantly unavailable "backorder" in Canada and at least twice the price like about 2000$CAD while not even being 75-83mm, I ended up going for the Oro with that 20% saving. I gotta say though if it didn't exist, this new (Lagom Mini) would prolly had been my first high quality budget choice at ~515$CAD but again same problem... it's NEVER in stock! As for the price difference between the 38 and 48mm version, it is soooo small that I don't even see a reason for the 38mm to exist to be honest.

As for your milk question, I never take it with milk in the morning since I would puke if I'd take it with milk right after eating a huge cereal bowl for my breakfast ^^ I don't have enough time between my breakfast, coffee and leaving for work. Then later in the evening or if I'm off and can take it mid-afternoon then I'll take it with milk, either flat white or cappuccino usually. The only way to truly taste an espresso anyway is without milk so it's never a bad thing to take it straight too but only if it's quality and fresh beans.

[Shadeth]

Just bought this (just came back in stock!). 48mm of course, gonna b doing both filter and espresso. Just wanted to say thanks for the help choosing! Super excited