Compare Grinders


	1Zpresso	Baratza
MSRP
MSRP	$159	$399
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Manual	Electric
Activation
Activation	Hand Crank	Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	48 mm	40 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepped & Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	8.8 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Manual	Time
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< 1 g	< .1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	40	15
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	rpm	1100 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	1 kg	4.1 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum Alloy	Stianless Steel
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magnetic Catch Cup	No Information

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The 1Zpresso J-Max S and the Baratza Sette 270 are both intermediate-level espresso grinders tailored for users with some experience. The J-Max S is priced at approximately $159, making it significantly less expensive than the Sette 270, which retails for about $399. Both grinders are known for their quality but cater to different budgets and preferences.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the 1Zpresso J-Max S features a conical burr design with a 48mm burr diameter, while the Baratza Sette 270 has a slightly smaller 40mm burr diameter, also conical. The J-Max S uses a manual, hand-crank operation with a single-dose hopper, allowing for tailored, fresh grinding, while the Sette 270 has a hybrid dosing system that allows for both timed and manual operation using a hopper for larger batch sizes. The stepped adjustment on the J-Max provides precise adjustments at an 8.8-micron scale, whereas the Sette 270 offers both stepped and stepless adjustments, enhancing flexibility for grind customization.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, both grinders provide swappable burrs, ensuring long-term usability and the ability to switch burr types if desired. The adjustable RPM feature, however, is present only in the Baratza Sette 270, which operates at a maximum speed of 1100 RPM, potentially allowing for quicker grind times. Both grinders are designed specifically for espresso, ensuring consistent grind quality in their respective grind ranges.

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