Compare Grinders


	Baratza	Option-O
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$230
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Manual
Activation
Activation	On/Off Knob	Hand Crank
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	38 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	250 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Pulse Button	Manual
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Hopper	Single Dose
Retention
Retention	< .25 g	< .1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	French Press to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	36	90
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	550 rpm	rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	3.1 kg	0.5 kg
Material
Material	Black Plastic	Stianless Steel
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Plastic 54 mm	Magnetic Grind Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Baratza Encore ESP is positioned as an entry-level grinder with a price point of $199, targeting beginners in home espresso-making. In contrast, the Option-O Remi is priced slightly higher at $230, aimed at intermediate users who may seek a more hands-on grinding experience. Both brands have established reputations within the coffee community, yet their focus diverges in terms of user expertise.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the Baratza Encore ESP uses a conical burr grinding method with a burr diameter of 40 mm and features a stepped adjustment system for grind size, accommodating a range from full pour over to espresso. It employs a hopper design for easy dosing through a pulse button and toggle on/off knob, leading to lower retention of less than 0.25 g. The Option-O Remi, however, also utilizes a conical burr method, but with a slightly smaller burr diameter of 38 mm, and presents a stepless adjustment capability, offering precise control for grind settings. Its single-dose hopper and manual dosing method facilitate a high degree of customization and minimal retention of under 0.1 g.

Features Comparison

Key features that set these grinders apart include the Baratza Encore ESP's lack of adjustable RPM and limited grind range focused primarily on espresso, while the Option-O Remi offers swappable burrs which allow for greater versatility and an expansive grind range from French press to espresso. Additionally, the Encore ESP does not support adjustable RPM, whereas the Remi's manual operation inherently gives users control over grinding speed through their cranking action. This distinction in features reflects their respective targeting of user experience and expectations within the espresso grinding domain.

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