The endgame: Weber EG-1 vs. Lagom P80 vs. Lagom 01
The Endgame: Weber EG-1 vs. Lagom P80 vs. Lagom 01
Three grinders, one comparison: The Weber Workshops EG-1, the Option-O Lagom P80 and the Option-O Lagom 01 all work with large flat burrs. Where they differ shows in the cup, in the workflow and in cleaning.
The Weber EG-1 in this comparison is the new generation that Weber introduced in October 2026. The Lagom P80 and Lagom 01 come from Option-O.
With these three grinders, it's less about "better" or "worse" and more about a different design focus: body, clarity, workflow.
You're looking for a grinder that stays. Which one that is depends on the coffee you drink and how you want to prepare it – not on a ranking.
In this league – the "Titan Class" – it's no longer about whether the coffee tastes good. They all do. It's about nuance. It's about workflow. It's about philosophy. It's about the question: how do you want to make coffee every morning?
We're comparing the three giants we carry at Coffee Coaching Club – not on paper, but in the cup:
- Weber Workshops EG-1 (new generation): The icon. The lab instrument. The design statement. The "soul food" champion.
- Option-O Lagom P80: The master of body. The creaminess specialist.
- Option-O Lagom 01: The one with the huge 98mm/102mm burrs. The clarity titan. The flavor lab.
The chemist's perspective: surface area is everything
As a coffee roastery, this is how we see it: the larger the burr, the "cooler" and more precise the cut. But size isn't everything – geometry has its say too.
80mm (EG-1 & P80): For us, the "sweet spot" for espresso. Large enough for an even particle distribution, compact enough to still create body (texture, creaminess, mouthfeel). You get sweetness, silky mouthfeel and clear aromas. That's balance.
98mm / 102mm (Lagom 01): This is the dimension of large-scale commercial gastronomy (like the legendary Mahlkönig EK43), but for home. These huge burrs produce extremely few "fines" (fine dust). The result is maximum clarity. You taste every single fruit nuance separately – peach, sweetness, vivid complexity, all clearly defined, precise, analytical. The body recedes a little into the background (it's still there, but less dominant), while complexity moves to the front.
The decision is sensory and philosophical:
Do you want maximum body + balance (P80/EG-1) – creamy, velvety, full mouthfeel?
Or do you want maximum analytical clarity (Lagom 01) – vivid nuances, fruity sweetness, complexity?
There's no "better" or "worse". There's only: what do you want to taste? How do you want to experience coffee? Our opinion is one of many.
The titans in detail – what you'll feel every morning
1. Weber Workshops EG-1 (new generation)
The icon 80mm CORE/ULTRANewly engineered: On the new EG-1, the single-piece burr chamber cover comes off in seconds without tools – for cleaning and burr changes. The 80mm flat burrs are magnetically mounted. With Intrinsic Alignment, parallelism and concentricity come from the mechanical design itself; manual alignment after cleaning or a burr change is no longer needed.
The EG-1 is also a design object. One of its key features is the ionizer in the coffee exit path: it neutralizes static where the grounds leave the burr chamber, is integrated into the removable burr chamber cover and switches on automatically as soon as the cover is installed. Vibe Tone uses motor-driven oscillations after grinding to clear coffee remaining between the burr teeth; you set frequency and tone through the EG-1 browser interface.
- Taste (CORE and ULTRA): According to Weber, CORE is the all-rounder from espresso to pour-over and Weber's recommendation. For us, CORE combines syrupy body with clear structure – a good match for our Nutty Delight (creamy, nutty, intense) and for Wild Peach (fruity sweetness, vivid nuances). ULTRA is made for Weber by SSP, designed for filter and maximum clarity and, according to Weber, not suitable for espresso.
- Workflow: The color-matched "Blind Shaker" (included) homogenizes the grounds, and the included oak platen centers it. The ionizer works against static; an atomizer for RDT is included as well. The Bean Feeder is available as an option and couples magnetically to the grinder after a quick part swap. The workflow is a ritual, not a quick push of a button.
- Who is it for? For anyone who enjoys celebrating the preparation, values design and is looking for a balance between body and clarity – with CORE for espresso and filter, with ULTRA for filter.
- Details: Grind dial set to a factory-defined zero point and recalibratable by you, configurable status LED, rotating power inlet, USB-C for firmware updates and settings (with sliding cover). Weber does not state a motor speed on the product page of the new generation.
- Predecessor EG-1 Mk.3: For the Mk.3, Weber documents variable RPM with PID control and burr alignment that can be checked and adjusted with a 4mm hex key. According to Weber, the Bean Feeder does not fit the Mk.3. The Mk.3 may still be available from us in our clearance sale.
The truth: The EG-1 isn't the simplest grinder in this comparison. For us, it's the most beautiful – that's a matter of taste, our opinion is one of many. According to Weber, the tool-free cover makes cleaning and burr changes faster and easier.
2. Option-O Lagom P80
The body king 80mm Mizen OMIn the shot: An espresso from the Lagom P80 is above all creamy – velvety, full, intense, with a mouthfeel reminiscent of liquid chocolate. That's the P80 signature taste.
The P80 is the answer for anyone who wants a grinder of this class and is looking for classic, thick, chocolatey espresso – with body and texture. It's specialized in maximum mouthfeel.
- Taste: With its in-house 80mm Mizen OM (Omni) blind burrs (developed by Option-O, optimized for balance between body and clarity). Our Nutty Delight tastes here like liquid nougat – creamy, nutty, sweet, intense. Our Cozy Chocolate turns into liquid milk chocolate. Less analytical than the Lagom 01, but comfort in a cup instead.
- Workflow: Relaxed. Beans in, press the button, done. Auto-purge cleans automatically at the end (the grinder blows itself out – no manual steps needed). Very quiet. Very clean (practically zero retention, under 0.1g). That's comfort.
- Who is it for? For coffee lovers who love dark to medium roasts. For body lovers seeking maximum mouthfeel. For anyone who wants a grinder of this class – without ritual, with a simple workflow.
- Variable RPM: Integrated dial (300–1700 RPM) – you can adjust the speed (high RPM = more body, low RPM = more clarity).
- Motor: 500W brushless DC motor – industrial-grade torque, extremely quiet, extremely powerful.
- Design: Aluminum chassis, minimalist, beautiful. A work of art in your kitchen.
The truth: The P80 is the most practical grinder in this comparison. It's not the most beautiful (that's the EG-1, though that's also a matter of taste). It's not the clearest (that's the Lagom 01). You press the button, and it delivers. Every day. That's why we love it so much in the showroom.
3. Option-O Lagom 01
The high-clarity giant 98mm/102mm MizenIn the shot: An espresso from the Lagom 01 is above all clear – analytical. Peach, sweetness, vivid nuances and complexity appear separately and precisely defined. That's the Lagom 01 signature taste – maximum clarity.
The Option-O flagship. They've packed in everything that's physically possible here. The 98mm or 102mm burrs (in blind burr format at 102mm: no screw holes in the grinding surface – maximum grinding surface, maximum precision) offer the largest available grinding surface for home use. This is EK43-level – but beautiful, quiet, designed for home.
- Taste (Mizen burrs): Extremely high extraction. You get everything out of the bean – every nuance, every complexity, every detail. Perfect for very light, complex coffees like our Wild Peach – the peach note is razor-sharp, the sweetness vivid, the nuances clearly defined. The body is still there, but it fades into the background. Clarity dominates. This is for "flavor hunters" – for people who want to taste every detail.
- Workflow: Similarly convenient to the P80 – auto-purge, RPM control (dial), practically zero retention. But the grind result is much fluffier and more voluminous (larger particles, fewer fines). You might need WDT (Weiss Distribution Tool) to homogenize the puck. That's an extra step.
- Who is it for? For the "flavor hunter" who loves light roasts. For the analyst who wants to taste every detail. For the enthusiast who understands: body matters – but clarity is magic. For you, if you're ready to push the boundaries.
- Variable RPM: Integrated dial – even more control than the P80 (larger burrs = more influence of RPM on taste).
- Special feature (102mm): Blind burr format – no screw holes, ~18% more grinding surface than standard 98mm burrs. Maximum performance, minimum retention.
The truth: The Lagom 01 is the most extreme grinder in this comparison. It's not for everyone. If you love dark roasts (chocolate, nut, caramel), we think the P80 is the better fit. If you're after balance, the EG-1. But if you love light roasts, if you put clarity above everything, if you want to understand what's inside the bean – then the Lagom 01 is in its element. Our opinion is one of many.
The direct comparison – what you need to know
| Feature | Weber EG-1 (new generation) | Lagom P80 | Lagom 01 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burrs | 80mm CORE or ULTRA (magnetically mounted) | 80mm Mizen OM (blind burrs) | 98mm / 102mm Mizen (blind burrs on the 102mm) |
| Taste focus | Balance of body and clarity (CORE), maximum clarity for filter (ULTRA) | Maximum body & texture (creaminess, mouthfeel) | Maximum clarity & sweetness (vivid nuances, complexity) |
| Cleaning | Tool-free (single-piece burr chamber cover, removable in seconds; Vibe Tone) | Very good (tool needed, but auto-purge) | Very good (tool-less disassembly, auto-purge) |
| RPM (speed) | Not stated by Weber for the new generation (predecessor Mk.3: variable, PID-controlled) | Variable (300–1700 RPM, integrated dial) | Variable (integrated dial) |
| Motor | Power consumption 315–385 W, 90–240 V | 500W brushless DC (industrial-grade) | Brushless DC (industrial-grade) |
| Dimensions / weight | 235 × 245 × 459 mm (D × W × H), 13.5 kg | 24 × 14 × 38 cm, 8.1 kg | 17 × 30 × 36 cm (W × D × H), 15.3 kg |
| Workflow | Manual (Blind Shaker, ionizer, Bean Feeder optional) | Automatic (auto-purge, press the button, done) | Automatic (auto-purge, possibly WDT) |
| Retention | Not stated by Weber | < 0.1g | < 0.1g |
| Noise level | Not stated by Weber | Quiet (auto-purge dampens, brushless motor) | Quiet (large burrs = slower = quieter) |
| Design | Mechanical work of art | Minimalist | Minimalist |
| Who is it for? | Purists, aesthetes, ritual lovers | Coffee lovers, body lovers, pragmatists | Flavor hunters, clarity fanatics, experimenters |
Our honest recommendation from the showroom
The decision is often emotional – and that's okay. Our opinion is one of many:
The Weber EG-1 suits you if:
- You love technology – mechanical works of art, precision, design
- You celebrate the ritual of "making coffee" – Blind Shaker, ionizer, tool-free removable burr chamber cover
- You want a balance between body and clarity – with CORE from espresso to pour-over, from dark to light
- You want maintenance without readjusting – Intrinsic Alignment, no manual alignment after cleaning or burr changes
The Lagom P80 suits you if:
- You love classic, silky Italian espresso – creamy, chocolatey, intense
- You want a grinder of this class – without ritual, with a simple workflow
- You drink dark to medium roasts – Nutty Delight, Cozy Chocolate
- You're after maximum mouthfeel – velvety, full, intense
- You want the most practical grinder in this league – auto-purge, quiet, reliable
The Lagom 01 suits you if:
- You mainly drink very light, fruity coffees – Wild Peach, experimental fermentations
- You're after absolute flavor transparency – like an EK43, but beautiful
- You want to taste every detail – peach, sweetness, vivid nuances, all clearly defined
- You're ready to push the boundaries – 98mm/102mm burrs are extreme
- You understand: body matters – but clarity is magic
Or pair it with the E64 WS from Mahlkönig (Grind-by-Weight): If you want maximum convenience (no more manual weighing) – the E64 WS grinds directly by weight. A good fit for 10+ shots a day or small offices. Designed differently from the three grinders here, very practical day to day.
Discover more grinders: You'll find flagship and single-dose grinders in our Coffee Grinders and Single Dose Grinders collections. Our comparisons and advisor for coffee machines and grinders help you choose.
These grinders need to be experienced – words aren't enough
In our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b), we're happy to show you Weber Workshops and Option-O. Not every model is set up at all times – send your preferred model to [email protected] in advance. If you'd like to feel the difference directly in the cup, you can test them side by side in the Espresso Machine and Grinder Comparison in Zurich – an option, not a requirement.
For a free conversation about your choice – in the showroom, by phone or virtually – there's the consultation appointment. For orientation beforehand, our comparisons and advisors for machines and grinders can help.
Delivery Switzerland and Liechtenstein, 2–4 business days | Weber Workshops: official Swiss importer | Option-O: official partner
The Coffee Coaching Club bonus
Included with the purchase of a new coffee machine from CHF 1'500:
A free 60-minute private barista introduction course in Bern, Zurich or online – for up to two people from the same household or company attending together. The course must take place within one month of delivery; after that, the entitlement expires.
Then you can get straight into making delicious espressi and cappuccini.
Contact
Phone: 076 789 15 79 (during business hours)
Email: [email protected]
Website: coffeecoachingclub.ch
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Bern: Gerberngasse 44
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