Compare Grinders


	Baratza	Baratza
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$399
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	On/Off Knob	Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	40 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepped & Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	250 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Pulse Button	Time
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Hopper	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< .25 g	< .1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	36	15
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	550 rpm	1100 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	3.1 kg	4.1 kg
Material
Material	Black Plastic	Stianless Steel
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Plastic 54 mm	No Information

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Baratza Encore ESP (Black) is priced at $199 and is aimed at beginners, making it an ideal choice for those just starting their espresso journey. In contrast, the Baratza Sette 270 is priced at $399 and targets intermediate users, providing a more advanced option for those looking to refine their coffee-making skills. Both grinders share a reputable brand, Baratza, known for quality coffee grinding equipment.

Brewing Comparison

Both grinders utilize a conical burr grinding method, but the Encore ESP has a stepped adjustment while the Sette 270 offers both stepped and stepless adjustments, allowing for greater precision in grind size for espresso. The Encore ESP employs a hopper-type design with primary dosing via a pulse button, whereas the Sette 270 features a hopper design as well but favors time-based dosing for consistent results. The stepped adjustments of the Encore ESP are beneficial for straightforward user experience, while the Sette’s range of adjustments allows for more nuanced control over grind precision.

Features Comparison

In terms of key features, the Sette 270 operates at a higher RPM of 1100 compared to the Encore ESP's 550 RPM, allowing it to grind coffee more quickly and consistently. Additionally, the Sette 270 supports swappable burrs, which enhances versatility and maintenance possibilities, while the Encore ESP does not allow for burr swapping. Both grinders cover a range of grind sizes, but the Encore ESP is defined for "Full - Pour Over to Espresso," and the Sette 270 is specifically optimized for espresso.

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