# Baratza Encore ESP

- Source: https://stierproducts.com/products/baratza-encore-esp
- Category board: https://stierproducts.com/categories/coffee-grinders
- Placement: #3 of 13 in Coffee Grinders, B tier
- Brand: Baratza
- LP on this board: 618
- Last researched: 2026-08-21T06:09:18.753Z
- Method: https://stierproducts.com/methodology
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## Verdict

A solid, durable espresso-grade grinder that balances performance with price.

## For

- Durable construction
- Consistent grind for espresso
- Affordably priced
- entry-level burr grinder
- consistent performance

## Against

- Fewer settings than higher-end models
- Not as quiet as some competitors

## Evidence

Consolidated from 45 cited sources across 34 outlets

| Outlet | Said by | Stance | Link | Link status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Seattle Coffee Gear | Pat C | B | https://www.seattlecoffeegear.com/blogs/scg-blog/baratza-encore-esp-pro-crew-review?srsltid=AfmBOopggpr1TWA1t1csgc1Hk-e3IW-NUYNtdZrxQZGW4Bg4VJD7B13X | fetched and confirmed |
| r/espresso | u/metsfan1025 | C | https://www.reddit.com/r/espresso/comments/1qnzp19/hesitant_from_reviews_for_encore_esp_pro_looking/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Alternative Brewing | Alternative Brewing | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85idvvsZxVI | fetched and confirmed |
| Whole Latte Love | Whole Latte Love | C | https://www.wholelattelove.com/blogs/reviews/baratza-encore-esp-pro-grinder-review?srsltid=AfmBOop94tWJElJZy-nTv5lliZbLZ5CZUmJYX7HDhJiix_NwEOJmKKAd | fetched and confirmed |
| Espresso Rabbit Hole | espressorabbithole.com | B | https://espressorabbithole.com/en/baratza-encore-esp-pro-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Coffee Hit | Veronica Lopez | B | https://www.coffeehit.co.uk/blogs/news/7-reasons-home-brewers-pick-the-encore-esp?srsltid=AfmBOopA3iPrfQSuV6OnYS8KgpXac2ZUIyBoGwhUVdGY-ADN6tnGNDMc | fetched and confirmed |
| CuppanoZ | cuppanoz.com | B | https://cuppanoz.com/blog/baratza-encore-esp-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| The Coffee Chronicler | coffeechronicler.com | C | https://coffeechronicler.com/gear/grinders/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Seattle Coffee Gear | Pat C | B | https://www.seattlecoffeegear.com/blogs/scg-blog/encore-esp-pro-first-look?srsltid=AfmBOor4QZrnBuUHbHuhcWdP2AmIOHaMkHRAnxCV8KF9EXrkpdxZQOky | fetched and confirmed |
| The Way to Coffee - Specialty Coffee Discovery Platform | Resi | C | https://www.thewaytocoffee.com/geimori-gu38/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Lance Hedrick | Lance Hedrick | - | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVbDowbJ9jU | fetched and confirmed |
| Alternative Brewing | Alternative Brewing | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FivmbGfLOg0 | fetched and confirmed |
| Coffee Kev | Coffee Kev | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNZaewKt6_E | fetched and confirmed |
| Whole Latte Love | Whole Latte Love | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T1IFn2AWMIQ | fetched and confirmed |
| Tom's Coffee Corner | Tom's Coffee Corner | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-aSxvpDBCk | fetched and confirmed |
| Seattle Coffee Gear | Seattle Coffee Gear | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9W1QgolA14 | fetched and confirmed |
| French Press Coffee | French Press Coffee | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wsxtmV9_azA | fetched and confirmed |
| French Press Coffee | French Press Coffee | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7d-mSVqnZjg | fetched and confirmed |
| The Bean Radar | The Bean Radar | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8t47djVUl8 | fetched and confirmed |
| CoffeeGeek | CoffeeGeek | D | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4_EX-mWC0M | fetched and confirmed |
| Prima Coffee Equipment | Prima Coffee Equipment | C | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q97OOU5fx2g | fetched and confirmed |
| Harvesting Figs | Harvesting Figs | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5tUzFSh5voo | fetched and confirmed |
| Bluebird Coffee Roastery | Bluebird Coffee Roastery | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyhQ197Jlb4 | fetched and confirmed |
| French Press Coffee | French Press Coffee | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D5jTn74LYzg | fetched and confirmed |
| ECS COFFEE Espresso & Coffee Gear | ECS COFFEE Espresso & Coffee Gear | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9qHtfgd3is | fetched and confirmed |
| Whole Latte Love | Whole Latte Love | - | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIt-2NS6Iig | fetched and confirmed |
| BrewSmart Reviews | BrewSmart Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sj3MR5AoUBI | fetched and confirmed |
| French Press Coffee | French Press Coffee | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVXin4n_VdM | fetched and confirmed |
| RBL Reviews | RBL Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JzPDLi6Sqso | fetched and confirmed |
| Brutal Reviews | Brutal Reviews | D | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56vAzvMuXjo | fetched and confirmed |
| Global Tech Gadgets | Global Tech Gadgets | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmIocLdQz7I | fetched and confirmed |
| Bon Appétit | Noah Kaufman | B | https://www.bonappetit.com/story/best-coffee-grinder?srsltid=AfmBOop8WjZUnXD2-YXFPK3RDDEFAtlOzUN5KKfkln9x7tjdLZioMgWq | fetched and confirmed |
| Tom's Guide | tomsguide.com | B | https://www.tomsguide.com/best-picks/best-coffee-grinder | fetched and confirmed |
| Facebook | - | C | https://www.facebook.com/Tomsguide/posts/coffee-grinders-come-in-all-shapes-and-sizes-price-size-included-as-an-ex-barist/1508254624634468/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Espresso Rabbit Hole | espressorabbithole.com | B | https://espressorabbithole.com/en/bambino-plus-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| r/espresso | u/Spiritual-Snow179 | B | https://www.reddit.com/r/espresso/comments/1qpw20p/help_me_choose_a_coffee_grinder_500_budget/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Seriouseats | seriouseats.com | D | https://www.seriouseats.com/best-espresso-grinders-7377134 | fetched and confirmed |
| Procoffeegear | procoffeegear.com | C | https://procoffeegear.com/blogs/articles/mahlkonig-x54-vs-baratza-encore-esp-comparison?srsltid=AfmBOooPiQAY6eJLu9Y7Exjd3LvSThptQ65zIUL4AxAmboAaKD6-TeNp | fetched and confirmed |
| methodicalcoffee | methodicalcoffee | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4hcLZxoBHWQ | fetched and confirmed |
| Taste of Home | Emily Way | - | https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/best-coffee-grinders/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Ciscos Coffee | ciscoscoffee.com.au | B | https://www.ciscoscoffee.com.au/shop/baratza-encore-esp/?srsltid=AfmBOooU-e9c3msm8hQTAlBXrRP6AiA838WMft6PDR1GGq41Y9Iy080h | fetched and confirmed |
| Coffee Blog | Kev | B | https://coffeeblog.co.uk/sage-coffee-machines-5/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Espresso Machine Pro | Espresso Machine Pro | C | https://espressomachinepro.com/baratza-encore-esp-coffee-grinder-detailed-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Coffeegearhub | coffeegearhub.com | B | https://www.coffeegearhub.com/baratza-encore-esp-review/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Seattle Coffee Gear | Seattle Coffee Gear | - | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mt_UAcdqznU | fetched and confirmed |

## Nearest alternatives on this board

| Rank | Product | Tier | Page |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | Baratza Virtuoso+ | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/baratza-virtuoso |
| 2 | OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/oxo-brew-conical-burr-coffee-grinder |
| 4 | Niche Zero Coffee Grinder | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/niche-zero-coffee-grinder |
| 5 | Eureka Mignon Specialita | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/eureka-mignon-specialita |
| 6 | Breville Smart Grinder Pro | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/breville-smart-grinder-pro |
| 7 | 1Zpresso JX Manual Grinder | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/1zpresso-jx-manual-grinder |
| 8 | Capresso Infinity Plus | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/capresso-infinity-plus |
| 11 | Krups F203 | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/krups-f203 |
| 12 | Cuisinart Supreme Grind Automatic Burr Coffee Grinder | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/cuisinart-supreme-grind-automatic-burr-grinder |
| 13 | Hamilton Beach Fresh Blade Grinder | F | https://stierproducts.com/products/hamilton-beach-fresh-blade-grinder |

The full board is at https://stierproducts.com/categories/coffee-grinders.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who is the Baratza Encore ESP for?

The Baratza Encore ESP is for people starting out in home espresso who want a durable, consistent grinder at an entry-level cost. The research found it balances performance with price and grinds consistently for espresso. If you mostly brew filter coffee, the OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder in A tier is the better buy. If you want the best all-round grinder on the board, that is the Baratza Virtuoso+.

### Is the Baratza Encore ESP good enough for espresso?

Yes, for home espresso. Reviewers rated the Baratza Encore ESP consistent for espresso and it is the espresso-grade entry point on our board. It has fewer settings than higher-end models, so very fine adjustments are coarser steps than on the Niche Zero Coffee Grinder or the Eureka Mignon Specialita, both premium B tier picks for dedicated espresso drinkers.

### Should I buy the Baratza Encore ESP or the Baratza Encore?

Buy the Baratza Encore ESP if you make espresso. It ranks third in B tier on our board, while the Baratza Encore sits in D tier with settings that are limited for espresso. If you only brew drip or pour-over, the two behave similarly, but the research gave the Baratza Encore ESP the edge on consistency and value.

### How long does the Baratza Encore ESP last?

The research credits the Baratza Encore ESP with durable construction and consistent performance, and no failure pattern was reported. Baratza is the most reliable brand on our board overall. Regular brushing of the burrs keeps the grind consistent.

### Is the Baratza Encore ESP loud?

It is not as quiet as some competitors. Reviewers noted the noise but did not treat it as a fault. If quiet matters, the Niche Zero Coffee Grinder and the Eureka Mignon Specialita are the quiet electric grinders on our board, at a higher cost.

## What this tier means

- B: Good. A solid choice with real caveats worth knowing.

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