Compare Grinders


	Turin	Baratza
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$199
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	On/Off Button	On/Off Knob
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	40 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepped
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	250 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	On/Off Toggle	Pulse Button
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	< .25 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	24	36
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	400 rpm	550 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	2.6 kg	3.1 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Black Plastic
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Aluminum Dosing Cup	Plastic 54 mm

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Both grinders, the Turin SK40 and the Baratza Encore ESP, are positioned within the entry-level market, catering to beginners interested in espresso preparation. Priced similarly at around $199 for the Turin and $199.95 for the Baratza, they offer budget-friendly options for new users looking to invest in a quality grinder. Each grinder has a semi-automatic operation, making them accessible for novice users. The brands, Turin and Baratza, both have reputations for providing reliable coffee equipment.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding specifics, both grinders utilize conical steel burrs with a diameter of 40 mm. The Turin SK40 features a stepless adjustment system, allowing for precise control over grind size, with adjustments made at 1 micron increments. In contrast, the Baratza Encore ESP employs a stepped adjustment system with a coarser adjustment scale of 250 microns, which may be easier for beginners to manage. The Turin grinder uses a single-dose hopper, while the Baratza has a traditional hopper, allowing for ease of dosing with a pulse button as the primary dosing method.

Features Comparison

When considering features, neither grinder offers adjustable RPMs; the Turin runs at a fixed 400 RPM, while the Baratza operates at 550 RPM. The grind range of the Turin SK40 is specifically tailored for espresso, whereas the Baratza Encore ESP accommodates a wider range from pour-over to espresso. Additionally, both grinders do not have swappable burrs, indicating a fixed burr design that limits customization. Overall, they present different approaches to grinding, with specific advantages and limitations that users should consider based on their brewing preferences.

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