Originally Posted by
CliffordK
Commuting can be hard on a bike, but I'd get whatever you want.
As others have mentioned, it isn't a bad idea to try the commute on your current bike to get a feel for the roads, potholes, chipseal, etc. As well as your parking. That might play into your ultimate decision of what kind of bike you want.
Not sure where OP lives and rides, or what the road conditions are there, so that second point is going to be key. I've ridden some urban streets and trails that leave me thinking a gravel bike is the way to go, rather than a nice road bike!
Again, try it with what you've got, and ultimately ride what you love to ride.