Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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The Zerno Z1 isn’t just a coffee grinder—it’s a modular precision tool built for obsessive enthusiasts. But after a full year on my bar, constant burr swaps, and countless extractions… does it actually live up to the hype? Or is it overkill for most home baristas?
➡️ In this in-depth review, I’ll walk you through my year of hands-on testing with the Zerno Z1, including the original unit and the latest 2025 model. We’ll cover alignment performance, retention, burr swapping, static issues, and—most importantly—who should (and shouldn’t) consider this $2300+ grinder.
📌 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
- Who the Zerno Z1 is really for—and who should skip it
- How it compares to other high-end grinders like the Mazzer Philos and P64
- Burr alignment tests (wipe test, chirp-to-lock), static control, and daily usability
- Deep dive into SSP burr configurations (HU, CV2, CV3, MP, Brew, UMV1)
- Pros, cons, quirks, updates—and my honest take after a year of use
⚙️ Whether you're chasing perfect clarity or dialing in turbo shots, the Z1 gives you unmatched flexibility—but it’s not for everyone.
💬 Already using a Zerno? Thinking about getting one? Drop your thoughts or questions in the comments below—I read them all.
Discounts and Affiliate Links:
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Chapters:
0:00 - Zerno Z1 Coffee Grinder
0:50 - Lets Go Back
1:24 - Overview
1:53 - Who Is the Zero Z1 For?
2:53 - A New Paradigm
3:42 - Configuration Options
4:36 - My Last Year with the Z1
5:18 - Alignment
7:28 - Blind Burrs and Burr Swaps
10:13 - Form Factor and Daily Use
10:41 - Price
11:38 - Mazzer Philos?
12:17 - What Burrs Should You Get?
13:53 - What Burrs Do I Use?
14:43 - How Often Do I Change Burrs?
15:19 - Prebreakers
16:37 - Cons and Conserdations
19:22 - Retention
22:32 - What About the Z2?
23:53 - Z1 Updates to Date
26:13 - Worth It?
10% Off SSP Burrs (Inc Blind) - geni.us/SSPburrs (Use DADDYGOTCOFFEE)
10% Off Ascaso Espresso Machines, Fiorenzato, Pietro & Kalita - geni.us/gaaQfU (Use DADDYGOTCOFFEE)
[Affiliate Links]
The Zerno Z1 isn’t just a coffee grinder—it’s a modular precision tool built for obsessive enthusiasts. But after a full year on my bar, constant burr swaps, and countless extractions… does it actually live up to the hype? Or is it overkill for most home baristas?
➡️ In this in-depth review, I’ll walk you through my year of hands-on testing with the Zerno Z1, including the original unit and the latest 2025 model. We’ll cover alignment performance, retention, burr swapping, static issues, and—most importantly—who should (and shouldn’t) consider this $2300+ grinder.
📌 What You’ll Learn in This Video:
- Who the Zerno Z1 is really for—and who should skip it
- How it compares to other high-end grinders like the Mazzer Philos and P64
- Burr alignment tests (wipe test, chirp-to-lock), static control, and daily usability
- Deep dive into SSP burr configurations (HU, CV2, CV3, MP, Brew, UMV1)
- Pros, cons, quirks, updates—and my honest take after a year of use
⚙️ Whether you're chasing perfect clarity or dialing in turbo shots, the Z1 gives you unmatched flexibility—but it’s not for everyone.
💬 Already using a Zerno? Thinking about getting one? Drop your thoughts or questions in the comments below—I read them all.
Discounts and Affiliate Links:
10% off Ascaso, Fiorenzato, Pietro and Kalita - geni.us/15rzAE - (use DADDYGOTCOFFEE)
10% off 1zpresso, Flair, Kinu, Comandante, Subminimal and more at Cafune geni.us/15rzAE - (use DADDYGOTCOFFEE)
Coffee Dad Shirts by me! - 10% Off - geni.us/BruaTen
10% off Ascaso, Fiorenzato, Pietro and Kalita - geni.us/15rzAE - (use DADDYGOTCOFFEE)
20 Bucks Off XBloom - geni.us/SnMj (use "Studio-Justin")
Chapters:
0:00 - Zerno Z1 Coffee Grinder
0:50 - Lets Go Back
1:24 - Overview
1:53 - Who Is the Zero Z1 For?
2:53 - A New Paradigm
3:42 - Configuration Options
4:36 - My Last Year with the Z1
5:18 - Alignment
7:28 - Blind Burrs and Burr Swaps
10:13 - Form Factor and Daily Use
10:41 - Price
11:38 - Mazzer Philos?
12:17 - What Burrs Should You Get?
13:53 - What Burrs Do I Use?
14:43 - How Often Do I Change Burrs?
15:19 - Prebreakers
16:37 - Cons and Conserdations
19:22 - Retention
22:32 - What About the Z2?
23:53 - Z1 Updates to Date
26:13 - Worth It?
