Baratza Encore ESP vs Baratza Sette 30

Technical comparison · Espresso grinders

In brief

Encore ESP is ahead on number of steps; beyond that the two differ in supported brew methods, which is a design choice rather than a ranking. On the category's technical index, Encore ESP ranks #6 of 12, Sette 30 #8.

Parameter
Baratza Encore ESP Encore ESP Baratza F2 · Intermediate
Baratza Sette 30 Sette 30 Baratza F3 · Advanced
Awards
Identity
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F3 — Advanced
Price
Price (€) 179.95 € 279.95 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 13 × 15 × 34 cm 13 × 25 × 41 cm
Weight (kg) 3.1 kg 3.2 kg
Power (W) 70 W 240 W
Voltage (V) 220 V 220 V
Category specs
Burr type Conical Conical
Burr diameter (mm) 40 mm 40 mm
Single dose No No
Supported brew methods Espresso, Drip filter Espresso, Pour over
Adjustment type Stepped Stepped
Number of steps 40 31
Burr material Hardened steel
Drive Electric Electric
Hopper capacity (g) 300 g 300 g

CoffeeSpecs Awards

Encore ESP

Best value Intermediate

At €180 it offers the best performance-to-price ratio among the 4 intermediate Espresso grinders machines, with a technical score of 31/100.

How we assign awards →
Sette 30

No awards in this tier.

The differences that matter

  • Number of steps: Encore ESP 40 vs Sette 30 31 — Encore ESP wins (+29%)
  • Supported brew methods: Encore ESP Espresso, Drip filter · Sette 30 Espresso, Pour over

Which one to choose

Choose Encore ESP if…

you value number of steps.

See the Encore ESP sheet →

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