About this Video

• Video Title: Niche Zero, revue de LA star des moulins à café single dose. Est-ce le moulin parfait voir ultime ?
• Channel: Coffee Be@n
• Speakers: Ben
• Duration: 00:17:43

Introduction

This video is a review of the Niche Zero single-dose coffee grinder. The reviewer, Ben, discusses the grinder's features, performance, price, and compares it to the more expensive Mazer grinder. The video aims to determine if the Niche Zero lives up to its hype and whether it's a worthwhile purchase in 2025.

Key Takeaways

• Niche Zero Overview: The Niche Zero is a single-dose grinder released in 2017, known for its simplicity, reliability, and zero retention. It uses 63mm conical burrs from Mazer.
• Performance Comparison (Niche Zero vs. Mazer): Ben compared the Niche Zero's grind to the Mazer, noting that the Niche Zero is slower (330 vs 420-500 RPM), resulting in a grind rate of 1g/second. While this is too slow for commercial use, it's manageable for home use. The Niche Zero's grind was slightly less homogenous than the Mazer's, possibly due to its lack of a clamping mechanism that would allow the burrs to start grinding before adding coffee. The Niche Zero produced brighter, slightly more acidic extractions than the Mazer.
• Features and Design: The Niche Zero has a stepless grind adjustment, allowing for precise control. It's made primarily of metal and has low static electricity. Cleaning is straightforward, and adjustments are retained during disassembly. The grinder has a safety mechanism that stops the burrs when opened.
• Pros and Cons: Pros include its versatility (suitable for various brew methods), ease of use and cleaning, solid build, and low static cling. Cons include a slightly less homogenous grind than higher-end grinders and the "popcorn" effect (beans jumping out during grinding).
• Value and Recommendation: Ben considers the Niche Zero an excellent grinder, especially for its price (around €722 new, or less on the used market). He believes it's a great option for those who want a versatile grinder for various brewing methods and coffee types.

The reviewer states that while both the Niche Zero and the Mazer use 63mm conical burrs from Mazer, the Niche Zero's burrs rotate at approximately 330 RPM, significantly slower than the Mazer's 420-500 RPM. This slower speed leads to a less homogenous grind in the Niche Zero compared to the Mazer. Additionally, the Niche Zero produces a brighter, slightly more acidic extraction than the Mazer. The Mazer is designed to minimize acidity and create a rounder, smoother body, whereas the Niche Zero emphasizes clarity and aromatic notes.

The reviewer's main criticisms of the Niche Zero are: a slightly less homogenous grind compared to the Mazer, and the "popcorn effect" (coffee beans jumping out during grinding). However, he doesn't consider the popcorn effect a significant issue, as all the beans eventually grind. He finds the slightly less homogenous grind noticeable but not a deal-breaker, especially given the grinder's overall performance and price point.