Compare Grinders


	Fellow	Baratza
MSRP
MSRP	$195	$399
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Press Button	Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	40 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepped & Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	5 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Timed Auto Stop	Time
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	< .1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	20	15
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	350 rpm	1100 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	1.8 kg	4.1 kg
Material
Material	ABS Plastic	Stianless Steel
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magnetic Catch Cup	No Information

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Grinder 1, the Fellow Opus, is priced at $195, positioning it as an accessible option for beginners in the espresso grinding space. In contrast, Grinder 2, the Baratza Sette 270, comes at a higher price point of $399, targeting more intermediate users. Both grinders are classified as semi-automatic, appealing to users looking for a balance between manual and automated features.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, both grinders utilize a conical burr for grinding, with the Fellow Opus featuring a 40 mm stainless steel burr, while the Baratza Sette 270 also sports a 40 mm steel burr. The Opus offers stepped adjustment and a single-dose hopper, with timed auto-stop as its primary dosing method, enabling precision in grind time. The Sette 270, on the other hand, has both stepped and stepless adjustment options, making it versatile for fine-tuning the grind, and uses a hopper system along with a time-based primary dosing method for efficiency. Each design offers distinct advantages based on user preference for dosing styles and adjustment granularity.

Features Comparison

When comparing features, the Fellow Opus does not have adjustable RPM and offers a grind range suitable for both pour-over and espresso, making it versatile for different brewing methods. The Baratza Sette 270 features a higher RPM of 1100, although it does not allow for adjustment, focusing on espresso grinding exclusively. Both grinders offer swappable burrs, enabling users to replace or upgrade burrs as needed, indicative of a commitment to longevity and performance flexibility in the espresso grinder market.

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