Baratza Encore ESP vs DF Grinders DF83 V3
Technical comparison · Espresso grinders
DF83 V3 is ahead on burr diameter; beyond that the two differ in burr type and supported brew methods, which is a design choice rather than a ranking. On the category's technical index, DF83 V3 ranks #1 of 19, Encore ESP #13.
| Parameter |
Encore ESP
Baratza
F2 · Intermediate
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DF83 V3
DF Grinders
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | ||
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 179.95 € | ~450–1000 € |
| Price updated on | 09/2026 | 09/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 13 × 15 × 34 cm | 15 × 24.9 × 45 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3.1 kg | 10.8 kg |
| Power (W) | 70 W | 550 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | 110 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Burr type | Conical | Flat |
| Burr diameter (mm) | 40 mm | 83 mm |
| Single dose | No | No |
| Supported brew methods | Espresso, Drip filter | Espresso, Pour over, French press |
| Adjustment type | Stepped | Micrometric |
| Number of steps | 40 | — |
| Burr material | Hardened steel | Stainless steel |
| Drive | Electric | Electric |
| Motor speed (rpm) | — | 1400 rpm |
| Hopper capacity (g) | 300 g | 225 g |
CoffeeSpecs Awards
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 →Most capable Advanced
Highest technical score among the 10 Espresso grinders between €900 and €2,000 machines: 100/100.
How we assign awards →Best value Advanced
It offers the best performance-to-price ratio among the 10 advanced Espresso grinders machines (between €900 and €2,000), with a technical score of 100/100.
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Burr diameter: Encore ESP 40 mm vs DF83 V3 83 mm — DF83 V3 wins (+108%)
- Burr type: Encore ESP Conical · DF83 V3 Flat
- Supported brew methods: Encore ESP Espresso, Drip filter · DF83 V3 Espresso, Pour over, French press
- Adjustment type: Encore ESP Stepped · DF83 V3 Micrometric
- Burr material: Encore ESP Hardened steel · DF83 V3 Stainless steel
Which one to choose
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