Reliable Grinder for Aeropress Brew

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bangzoom
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#1: Post by bangzoom »

First time post: I recently purchased an Aeropress and buy incredible, roasted beans from a local roaster. I currently use a manual ceramic burr grinder but would also like to have a reliable electric, easy to clean, low RPM burr grinder to help facilitate my Aeropress brews (I do not need an espresso feature). I've watched most of the more recent YouTube videos for flat and conical burr grinders. Unfortunately, American made grinders are rare and beyond my budget. My budget is around $100-150.

Thanks in advance.
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chrisbodnarphoto
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#2: Post by chrisbodnarphoto »

You're pretty much SOL, with your only option being a refurbished Baratza Preciso. Any other motorized options will cost significantly more. You could also go for the Breville offerings but the Baratza is likely your best bet.
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bangzoom (original poster)
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#3: Post by bangzoom (original poster) »

Yes, I agree...thanks for the insight.
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#4: Post by drgary »

I don't know if I would worry about low RPM too much for an Aerobrew. A Baratza grinder will serve you well. I found a used Virtuoso for $100, and it makes an excellent pourover/steep.
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#5: Post by chrisbodnarphoto replying to drgary »

The Virtuoso is what I ACTUALLY meant. Thanks Gary! :)
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#6: Post by drgary »

With just a little more budget, Baratza offers the Virtuoso as a refurb. Then you would have their excellent warranty support. My Virtuoso brews are very similar to brewing with my LIDO 2 grinder or Bunn grinder with Ditting burrs.
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bangzoom (original poster)
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#7: Post by bangzoom (original poster) »

Sound advice from all...much appreciated. Is there a preferred (trusted) online seller that backs up their refurbs?
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#8: Post by drgary »

They're available on the Baratza site. Go to the Shop link and you'll be led from there.
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#9: Post by sweaner »

Here you go: http://www.baratza.com/product-category/refurb/

The $100 Encore would probably do a good job with the Aeropress as well.
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bangzoom (original poster)
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#10: Post by bangzoom (original poster) »

Much obliged drgary and sweaner!
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