Baratza — electric Grinder
Baratza Encore Review
The most recommended beginner electric grinder in the world. 40mm conical burrs, 40 settings, and legendary serviceability. [TEST UPDATE]
Beginner FriendlyMost Recommended
Burr Typeconical
Burr Size40mm
Materialsteel
Best Forfilter
AdjustmentStepped
WorkflowHopper
Price$150–$170
CountryTaiwan
What We Love
✓Industry standard recommendation
✓40 grind settings
✓Easily serviceable and repairable
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Room for Improvement
✗Not great for espresso
✗Plastic body
✗Moderate retention
Technical Specifications
| RPM | Fixed 550 |
| Retention | ~1.5g |
| Motor Power | 120W |
| Weight | 3600g |
| Bean Capacity | 227g |
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Reviewed byHassan
Hassan is a software developer with a coffee problem. Coffee Grinder Index is his attempt to solve it — one grinder at a time.