Coffee grinder: Clever Dripper/Aeropress

Hi, I apologize to the mods for a question that’s been asked multiple times but I’m v confused even after going through every post I can find.

I’d like recommendations for a coffee grinder (electric or hand grinder) that’s under $300. Which honestly still feels a lot, and will probably try and find a refurbished one or from a secondhand market.

I mostly use clever dripper and my partner uses aeropress, we also have a ninja coffee brewer with a basket for when we are in a hurry, and plan to get a moka pot. We started getting into coffee with cold brew and pour over then started experimenting with different methods and beans. And it’s been amazing! I have read and seen often that the grind size and the process itself can also affect the taste and I’m excited to see how a better grinder levels up our experience.

I’ve been using a cheap hand grinder we got off of amazon few years back and now it has lost all will to grind. I want to upgrade to something I can use for a long time and wouldn’t need to buy another because I bought a moka pot or something. I’m not planning to get an espresso machine any time soon but if the grinder has the functionality I won’t hate that (although I’m sure that raises the budget).

I often see Baratza Encore (or the hack with the new burr upgrade) or the 1zpresso’s recommended but there are SO many options with different models or I second guess if I’ll have to buy another grinder if I use another method for brewing or if it’s worth the price. Affording another grinder for a separate use is not in my near future.

Thanks in advance!