Grinder Help

So, here's the deal.  I just got an espresso machine for my house and decided not to skimp on the grinder.  I know these options are overkill for home but I want something I can take to competitions and will do the best job possible.  I have it narrowed down to the Compak K10 Conical, Mahlkonig V30 Vario, and the Anfim Super Caimano.

I've had my heart set on the Compak for a long time and absolutely love the conical burrs but now that the time has finally come to get my dream grinder, I want to get your input in case there's something about these grinders I haven't considered.  Keep in mind that this is not going in a shop so volume is not an issue.  Also, I'm ignoring the Robur because I don't think the extra cost justifies the perks in a home setting - just want to nip that in the bud before everyone yells at me for overlooking it.  ;)

I know that this is an extremely subjective topic and that all 3 of these grinders will do an incredible job so I'm not trying to nail down an objective best.  I would just like to know what you guys like and dislike about them and which you think would be most appropriate for home and competition use.

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