Compare Grinders


	Baratza	Niche
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$580
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	On/Off Knob	Toggle Switch
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	63 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	250 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Pulse Button	On/Off Toggle
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Hopper	Single Dose
Retention
Retention	< .25 g	< .1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	36	17
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	550 rpm	330 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	3.1 kg	4.1 kg
Material
Material	Black Plastic	Aluminium
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Plastic 54 mm	58 mm Grind Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Niche Zero by Niche is priced at $580 and targets intermediate users, while the Baratza Encore ESP, priced at $199, caters to beginners. Both grinders fall into the semi-automatic category, but their price points and intended experience levels set them apart. The Niche Zero is positioned as a more premium option, reflecting its higher cost and additional features.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the Niche Zero utilizes a conical burr with a diameter of 63 mm, offering stepless adjustment for precise grinding, which can be beneficial for users who want granular control over their settings. The grinder operates on a single dose hopper system and uses an on/off toggle for dosing, allowing minimal retention under 0.1 grams. In contrast, the Baratza Encore ESP employs a smaller 40 mm conical burr with a stepped adjustment system, which offers a range of predefined settings suitable for beginners. The Encore ESP features a hopper-style system and the primary dosing method is a pulse button, with a retention capacity below 0.25 grams.

Features Comparison

When comparing features, the Niche Zero does not offer adjustable RPM or swappable burrs but excels in its grind range, allowing for versatility from espresso to pour-over. On the other hand, the Baratza Encore ESP lacks adjustable RPM and swappable burrs as well, but its grind range also spans from pour-over to espresso, making both viable for similar brewing methods despite their design philosophies. Overall, while both grinders offer essential features for espresso making, the Niche Zero aims for precision and control suited for intermediate users, whereas the Baratza Encore ESP focuses on accessibility and easier operation for beginners.

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