Compare Grinders


	Fellow	Baratza
MSRP
MSRP	$195	$199
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Press Button	On/Off Knob
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	40 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepped
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	5 micron	250 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Timed Auto Stop	Pulse Button
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	< .25 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	20	36
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	350 rpm	550 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	1.8 kg	3.1 kg
Material
Material	ABS Plastic	Black Plastic
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magnetic Catch Cup	Plastic 54 mm

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Baratza Encore ESP and the Fellow Opus are both entry-level, semi-automatic espresso grinders, priced at $199.95 and $195, respectively. Both are designed for beginners looking to enhance their home espresso experience, making them accessible options for those new to coffee grinding. The Baratza brand is renowned for its focus on quality and usability, while Fellow is recognized for modern design and user-friendly functionality.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, both grinders utilize a conical burr design that ensures uniform grinding, with each featuring a 40mm burr diameter. The Baratza Encore ESP employs a stepped adjustment system and has a hopper type for easy dosing, while utilizing a pulse button for primary dosing and toggle on/off for secondary dosing. The Fellow Opus also has a stepped adjustment but features a single dose hopper with a timed auto-stop for precision dosing, which can result in less waste of coffee grounds. The Encore ESP retains slightly more ground material at less than 0.25g, compared to the Fellow Opus which retains less than 0.2g.

Features Comparison

Key features vary between the two grinders in their adjustability and grinding capabilities. The Baratza Encore ESP operates at a fixed RPM of 550 and does not offer adjustable RPM, whereas the Fellow Opus runs at a lower fixed RPM of 350 without adjustment. Both grinders have a grinding range that encompasses both pour-over and espresso, which is beneficial for versatility in brewing methods. Additionally, the Fellow Opus has the advantage of swappable burrs, allowing for easier upgrades or maintenance, unlike the Baratza Encore ESP that does not feature this option.

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