Compare Grinders


	Breville	Baratza
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$199
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Touch 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	10+ micron	250 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Timed Auto Stop	Pulse Button
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Hopper	Hopper
Retention
Retention	2 - 3 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)	25	36
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	450 rpm	550 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	2.9 kg	3.1 kg
Material
Material	Stainless Steel	Black Plastic
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Plastic Dose Cup	Plastic 54 mm

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Breville Smart Grinder Pro and the Baratza Encore ESP are both entry-level espresso grinders priced at approximately $199. Both grinders cater to beginner users, making them ideal choices for those new to brewing espresso at home. Breville is known for its innovative kitchen appliances, while Baratza specializes in coffee grinders, presenting different brand strengths regarding reliability and performance.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, both grinders utilize a conical burr grinding method with a burr diameter of 40 mm. The Breville Smart Grinder Pro features a stepped adjustment, offering a grind range suitable for various brewing methods, from pour-over to espresso. Meanwhile, the Baratza Encore ESP also utilizes a stepped adjustment but with a slightly broader adjustment scale, which allows for precise micro-adjustments necessary for dialing in espresso. Both grinders come with a hopper design for easy dosing, but the Baratza has a primary dosing method of a pulse button, which may provide more control during use compared to the timed auto-stop of the Breville.

Features Comparison

When it comes to key features, the Breville Smart Grinder Pro does not have adjustable RPM, while the Baratza Encore ESP operates at a higher RPM of 550, which can influence grind quality. Both grinders have a grind range that accommodates different brewing styles, but the Breville allows for a more extensive range with adjustments finer than those available on the Encore ESP. The Breville also supports swappable burrs, enhancing longevity and customization; however, the Baratza does not offer this feature but boasts lower retention rates, common for maintaining freshness in the grind.

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