Compare Grinders


	Baratza	Eureka
MSRP
MSRP	$399	$799
Skill Level
Skill Level	Intermediate	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Button	Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	55 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped & Stepless	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale		1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Time	Grind by Weight
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Hopper	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< .1 g	1 - 1.5 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	15	11
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	1100 rpm	1350 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	4.1 kg	6.5 kg
Material
Material	Stianless Steel	Black Aluminum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	No Information	No Information

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Baratza Settle 270 and the Eureka Mignon Libra are both semi-automatic espresso grinders geared towards intermediate skill levels. The Settle 270 is priced at $399, while the Mignon Libra has a higher price tag of $799. Both brands are reputable within the coffee community, emphasizing quality and performance in their offerings.

Brewing Comparison

When it comes to grinding specifications, the Baratza Settle 270 uses a conical burr with a diameter of 40mm, offering both stepped and stepless adjustment options, allowing for fine-tuned control over grind size. In contrast, the Eureka Mignon Libra features a 55mm flat burr and employs a stepless adjustment system, providing even more precision with a scaling option down to 1 micron. Both grinders utilize a hopper type for loading beans; however, the Settle 270 primarily doses by time with a manual on/off mode, while the Mignon Libra offers grind-by-weight capabilities in addition to timed dosing, potentially yielding more consistent results.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, the Baratza Settle 270 does not offer adjustable RPM while accommodating a dedicated grind range for espresso and swappable burrs for versatility. Meanwhile, the Eureka Mignon Libra also has a fixed RPM but enables precise adjustments within its stepless grinding range for espresso; however, it lacks swappable burrs, focusing more on a single robust setup. Retention levels differentiate the two as well, with the Settle 270 showcasing minimal retention of less than 0.1g compared to the Mignon Libra's 1-1.5g, which could impact workflow efficiency.

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