Compare Grinders


	Baratza	Mazzer
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$1300
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Advanced
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	On/Off Knob	Portafilter Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	64 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	250 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Pulse Button	Programmable Timed Dose
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Hopper	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< .25 g	< 1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Full Range - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	36	12
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	500 rpm	1400 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	3.1 kg	15 kg
Material
Material	White Plastic	Polished Aluminum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Plastic 54 mm	No Information

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Baratza Encore ESP is an entry-level espresso grinder priced at $199, making it an ideal choice for beginners. In contrast, the Mazzer Super Jolly is an advanced grinder with a significantly higher price point of approximately $1,300, targeted towards more experienced users. Both grinders fall under the Semi-Automatic category, but they cater to different skill levels and budgets.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the Baratza Encore ESP utilizes a conical steel burr with a diameter of 40 mm and offers a stepped adjustment for grind size. Its hopper type is a traditional hopper, and it primarily uses a pulse button for dosing. Meanwhile, the Mazzer Super Jolly features a larger 64 mm flat steel burr with stepless adjustment for precise grind size control. It also employs a programmable timed dose activation, lending convenience for users seeking consistency in their espresso brewing.

Features Comparison

When looking at key features, the Baratza Encore ESP operates at a fixed RPM of 500 and provides a grind range from pour over to espresso. It does not support swappable burrs, which limits its customization capabilities. On the other hand, the Mazzer Super Jolly operates at a higher RPM of 1400 and covers the full range of grind sizes as well, but it allows for swappable burrs, offering users the ability to change burr types for different brewing needs. The Mazzer also outperforms the Baratza in terms of retention, maintaining less than 1 gram, which can be beneficial for freshness.

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