Hopper
Pros:
-Convenient for grinding larger quantities.
-Doubles as storage
-Great for if you're drinking the same beans every day
Cons:
-Beans may go stale more quickly with exposure to air
-Tougher to swap out beans if you want to try something new
Single Dose
Pros
-Get the exact amount every time
-Less waste and retention when grinding all beans in one go
-Easy to rotate between different beans
Cons
-Weighing your beans for each grind
-Will need to store your beans separately in the bag or a storage container
At the end of the day, it's preference! There's a solution for everybody, regardless of how far (or not far!) you want to go on your coffee journey ☕💚