Compare / De'Longhi Dedica KG521 vs Baratza Encore ESP
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De'Longhi Dedica KG521 vs Baratza Encore ESP (2026): which grinder fits you
De'Longhi Dedica KG521 and Baratza Encore ESP side by side. We pick no overall winner: the better one depends on how you brew.
| De'Longhi Dedica KG521 | Baratza Encore ESP | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Electric | Electric |
| Burr | Conical, stainless steel | 40 mm conical, steel (M2 burrs) |
| Adjustment | stepped | stepped |
| Quiet | No | No |
| Single dose | No | No |
| Espresso | Limited | Limited |
| Moka pot | Limited | Yes better |
| AeroPress | Limited | Yes better |
| Pour-over | Yes | Yes |
| French press | Yes | Yes |
| Cold brew | No | Yes better |
| Cheapest delivered to Lithuania | €169.99 better | €182.97 |
| Cheapest delivered to Latvia | €169.99 better | €182.97 |
| Cheapest delivered to Estonia | €206.15 | €169 better |
| Cheapest delivered to Poland | €210.48 | €169 better |
| Cheapest delivered to Finland | €203.99 | €189.78 better |
| Cheapest delivered to Germany | €159 | €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 De'Longhi Dedica KG521 if
- Drip, pour-over and French press
- Pairing with a Dedica machine and pressurized baskets
- Slim kitchens
Main complaint: Kaffeemacher found the stock grinder cannot grind fine enough, giving sour, underextracted shots.
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, De'Longhi Dedica KG521 or Baratza Encore ESP?
In Lithuania De'Longhi Dedica KG521 is cheaper at €169.99 against €182.97 delivered. In Latvia De'Longhi Dedica KG521 is cheaper at €169.99 against €182.97 delivered. In Estonia Baratza Encore ESP is cheaper at €169 against €206.15 delivered. In Poland Baratza Encore ESP is cheaper at €169 against €210.48 delivered. In Finland Baratza Encore ESP is cheaper at €189.78 against €203.99 delivered. In Germany both cost €159 delivered.
Which suits espresso better, De'Longhi Dedica KG521 or Baratza Encore ESP?
Both are rated limited for espresso.