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Baratza Encore Grinder

Baratza

Baratza Encore Grinder

4.5

$150 as of 2026-09-12

Best for: First electric burr grinder

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Pros

  • 40 grind settings covering drip to French press
  • Reliable and easy to clean
  • Baratza sells every spare part
  • Quiet for a burr grinder

Cons

  • Not fine or consistent enough for real espresso
  • Some retention between doses

The Encore is the grinder we recommend to everyone who has just discovered that pre-ground coffee goes stale in days. It grinds evenly enough for pour-over, AeroPress and French press, and it is built to be repaired rather than replaced.

The one honest caveat: it is not an espresso grinder. If a Gaggia is in your future, budget for the ESP version or a dedicated espresso grinder.

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