Compare Grinders


	Baratza	Turin
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$369
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	On/Off Knob	On/Off Toggle
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	40 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepped
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	250 micron	10 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Pulse Button	On/Off Toggle
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Hopper	Single Dose
Retention
Retention	< .25 g	< .2 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	36	24
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	550 rpm	400 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	3.1 kg	2.6 kg
Material
Material	Black Plastic	Aluminum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Plastic 54 mm	Plastic Dosing Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Baratza Encore ESP and the Turin SD40 V2 are both semi-automatic espresso grinders positioned for beginners. The Baratza Encore ESP is priced at $199, making it more affordable than the Turin SD40 V2, which is priced at $369. Both grinders are tailored to entry-level users seeking to make quality espresso at home.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, both grinders utilize conical burrs made of steel with a burr diameter of 40 mm. The Baratza Encore ESP features a stepped adjustment mechanism with a grind range from pour over to espresso, providing an adjustment scale of 250 microns. In contrast, the Turin SD40 V2 also offers stepped adjustment but with a finer resolution of 10 microns, making it potentially easier to achieve precise grind sizes. The Encore ESP employs a hopper-type dosing method, while the Turin has a single-dose system, which helps to minimize retention for fresher grinds.

Features Comparison

Key features of both grinders highlight some differences in functionality. The Baratza Encore ESP operates at a maximum RPM of 550, while the Turin SD40 V2 operates at a lower RPM of 400, likely affecting the heat produced during grinding. Neither grinder supports swappable burrs, which limits customization options for users wanting different burr sets. However, both offer a full grind range suitable for various brewing methods, from pour overs to espresso.

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