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Baratza Encore vs Baratza Encore ESP (2026): which grinder fits you
Baratza Encore and Baratza Encore ESP side by side. We pick no overall winner: the better one depends on how you brew.
| Baratza Encore | Baratza Encore ESP | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Electric | Electric |
| Burr | 40 mm conical, hardened steel | 40 mm conical, steel (M2 burrs) |
| Adjustment | stepped | stepped |
| Quiet | No | No |
| Single dose | No | No |
| Espresso | No | Limited better |
| Moka pot | Limited | Yes better |
| AeroPress | Yes | Yes |
| Pour-over | Yes | Yes |
| French press | Yes | Yes |
| Cold brew | Yes | Yes |
| Cheapest delivered to Lithuania | €135 better | €182.97 |
| Cheapest delivered to Latvia | €135 better | €182.97 |
| Cheapest delivered to Estonia | €156.25 better | €169 |
| Cheapest delivered to Poland | €160.98 better | €169 |
| Cheapest delivered to Finland | €139.99 better | €189.78 |
| Cheapest delivered to Germany | €127 better | €159 |
A check mark shows the better value in a row where one is clearly better. Prices are delivered, with the cheapest in-stock shop per country.
Pick Baratza Encore if
- First electric grinder for filter coffee
- Drip, Chemex, pour-over and French press
- Buyers who want a repairable grinder
Main complaint: Coffeeness says the finest settings are too coarse and uneven for espresso and tend to jam.
Pick Baratza Encore ESP if
- First grinder for filter plus entry-level espresso
- Home espresso beginners using medium roasts
- Buyers who want easy burr removal and parts support
Main complaint: CoffeeGeek calls the lack of any timer its biggest failing.
Questions
Which is cheaper delivered, Baratza Encore or Baratza Encore ESP?
In Lithuania Baratza Encore is cheaper at €135 against €182.97 delivered. In Latvia Baratza Encore is cheaper at €135 against €182.97 delivered. In Estonia Baratza Encore is cheaper at €156.25 against €169 delivered. In Poland Baratza Encore is cheaper at €160.98 against €169 delivered. In Finland Baratza Encore is cheaper at €139.99 against €189.78 delivered. In Germany Baratza Encore is cheaper at €127 against €159 delivered.
Which suits espresso better, Baratza Encore or Baratza Encore ESP?
Baratza Encore is rated no for espresso and Baratza Encore ESP limited.