Option-O Lagom P80 Espresso Grinder / Coffee Grinder (Single Dose) – Precision Meets Passion

Option-O Lagom P80 – 80 mm flat burr grinder for single dosing

The Option-O Lagom P80 grinds with 80 mm Mizen burrs and an integrated pre-breaker, quietly and with near-zero retention, for espresso and filter.

You pour a single dose of beans into the hopper. An auger feeds them into the pre-breaker, which is built directly into the burrs, and only then do the 80 mm burrs grind at the RPM you have chosen on the dial. At the end the grinder switches itself off, the purge function clears the chamber, and the grounds sit loose and fluffy in the portafilter. Tomorrow a different bean, and practically nothing from today stays behind.

The P80 takes on the familiar shape of the Lagom P64, while the inside is completely redesigned. Option-O was founded in Melbourne, Australia. Coffee Coaching Club is a partner of Option-O in Switzerland.

What is new about the Lagom P80?

Mizen burrs with integrated pre-breaker

At its heart is the new Mizen 80OM set, designed for juicy, sweet extractions with high clarity and complex depth. Inspired by Option-O's Preliminary Crushing System (PCS), which pre-breaks beans for greater uniformity, a pre-breaker is integrated directly into the burrs. An auger gently feeds the beans into the pre-breaker before they are ground. Together with the adjustable RPM, this results in more uniform particle sizes and more control over the flavour profile.

Magnetic burr mount

On the P80, a magnetic blind-mount system holds the burrs. Swapping them requires no screws and stays repeatable. Balanced magnets and a carrier with tight tolerances hold the burrs securely, minimise movement and preserve alignment. The system also accepts two-screw burrs and 3-pin magnetic burrs, should you want to use other sets.

Completely redesigned internals

The shape of the Lagom P64 remains, but everything inside is new: grinding chamber, burr carrier, electronics, housing and hopper. The upper assembly is a single part. Loose springs and separate carrier bearings are gone, making cleaning and disassembly easier. The 500 W brushless DC motor delivers almost double the torque density on the same compact footprint, without getting louder.

Zero-point calibration in seconds

The magnetic mount and the one-piece upper assembly turn a burr swap into a matter of a few minutes, and zero-point calibration is done in seconds. A built-in safety zero limiter protects the burrs from accidental damage. If you want full control, you can remove it.

The details in everyday use

Well-thought-out workflow

A redesigned knocker, matched to the inclined grinding chamber, clears residue more effectively. Static is significantly reduced; depending on the bean and environment you do not need the water droplet method (RDT), and the grounds stay loose. A purge function automatically raises the RPM at the end of grinding and empties the chamber. The portafilter fork has been reworked for 58 mm portafilters and still accepts dosing cups.

RPM dial with numbered scale

The stepped dial ranges from 300 to 1700 revolutions per minute and adjusts quickly with a tactile feel. The steps ensure repeatability, while fine-tuning remains possible. Lower RPM emphasises clarity and acidity, higher RPM brings more depth and mouthfeel.

Auto-off and purge mode

A multifunction button controls grinding. A torque sensor detects when the beans are fully ground and switches the grinder off. Purge mode starts automatically or with a double press. Even at maximum RPM, the P80 stays quiet.

The familiar Lagom experience

Precise alignment, a well-thought-out workflow and a footprint that fits in any kitchen. Plus near-zero retention, a build made for daily use over many years, and parts you can maintain yourself.

How the pre-breaker shows in the cup

Without a pre-breaker, whole beans hit the burrs directly. On the P80, the pre-breaker first breaks them into larger pieces, which then enter the grinding zone more evenly. Option-O names more uniform particle sizes and more control over the flavour profile as the result.

According to Option-O, the 80OM burrs are not classic espresso burrs but are designed for versatility: strongest with light specialty roasts, and also well suited to medium to medium-dark roasts. If you prefer classic espressos with plenty of body, you may find more texture on a grinder with a different burr geometry. To us, burr sets are like engines: there is no objectively best one. That is our view, one of many.

At a glance

Who the Lagom P80 is made for

Option-O built the P80 for coffee lovers at home who want large flat burrs in a compact, quiet machine and consistently grind one dose at a time. If you switch between espresso and filter, you benefit from the near-zero retention and the wide grind range.

For everyone who wants single dosing affordable and precise: the electric grinders from Varia or a hand grinder from Comandante. If you want more: further models from Varia, Weber Workshops or the larger grinders from Option-O. The three 80 mm class grinders in direct comparison: EG-1 vs. Lagom P80 vs. Lagom 01. For a shortlist based on your coffee, our advice tool helps.

Buying in Switzerland

You order the Option-O Lagom P80 directly online. Delivery throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein in 2–4 working days, Click & Collect in Bern and Zurich. Financing available. For questions about burrs or RPM, you can reach us at [email protected], via coffeecoachingclub.ch or by phone during business hours.

A free advice appointment narrows down the choice in conversation. If you want to test grinders side by side on the machines, book the Espresso Machine and Grinder Comparison in Bern or Zurich. Both are an option, not a requirement.

What goes with it

For the espresso machine: the machines with saturated group from La Marzocco or the manual levers from Flair Espresso. For everyone who wants scales affordable and precise: Normcore. If you want an app and flow rate display: Acaia.

For puck preparation: WDT tools from Normcore or the Moonraker from Weber Workshops. For filter coffee: drippers from Hario or the BIRD from Weber Workshops. For water made to a recipe: Apax Lab; for airtight bean storage: Airscape. Background on burrs, RPM and perception in our Sensory World.