Compare Grinders


	Baratza	Timemore
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$699
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	On/Off Knob	Side Press Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	78 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepped	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	250 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Pulse Button	On/Off Button
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Hopper	Single-Dise
Retention
Retention	< .25 g	< 0.1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	36	10
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	500 rpm	1100 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	Yes
Weight
Weight	3.1 kg	6.5 kg
Material
Material	White Plastic	Powder Coated Alumnimum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Plastic 54 mm	Magnetic Aluminum Catch Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Timemore Sculptor 078s is priced at $699 and is aimed at intermediate users, while the Baratza Encore ESP is more accessible at $199, targeting beginner-level coffee enthusiasts. Both grinders fall under the semi-automatic category, ensuring ease of use for users at their respective skill levels.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding specifics, the Timemore Sculptor uses 78mm flat burrs, provides stepless adjustment with an impressive precision scale of 1 micron, and features a single-dosing hopper. Conversely, the Baratza Encore ESP employs 40mm conical burrs with a stepped adjustment mechanism that allows for adjustments in 250-micron increments and utilizes a hopper-style design, aiding easy dosing.

Features Comparison

Regarding additional features, the Timemore Sculptor allows for adjustable RPM ranging from 800 to 1400, supports a full grind range from pour over to espresso, and has a retention rate of less than 0.1 grams. The Baratza Encore ESP, while lacking adjustable RPM, is designed for the same range but has a higher espresso grind speed of 36 seconds for 18g, albeit with a retention rate of less than 0.25 grams. Neither grinder supports swappable burrs, which could limit customization for users seeking to experiment with different burr types.

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