Baratza Encore ESP vs DF Grinders DF83 V3

Technical comparison · Espresso grinders

In brief

Encore ESP and DF83 V3 are not direct competitors: very different prices (~4×). Encore ESP is the entry-level choice; DF83 V3 offers more capability in a higher class. Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
Baratza Encore ESP Encore ESP Baratza F2 · Intermediate
DF Grinders DF83 V3 DF83 V3 DF Grinders F3 · Advanced
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

Encore ESP

Best value Intermediate

Best balance of technical score and price among the 6 sheets in the Espresso grinders category (intermediate tier): list price €180, technical score 31/100.

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DF83 V3

Best value Advanced

Best balance of technical score and price among the 14 sheets in the Espresso grinders category (advanced tier): technical score 100/100. The price used is the sheet's estimated range.

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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

Choose Encore ESP if…

It is the best value for money in its class.

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Choose DF83 V3 if…

you value burr diameter.

See the DF83 V3 sheet →

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