Baratza Encore ESP vs ECM S-Manuale 64
Technical comparison · Espresso grinders
S-Manuale 64 is ahead on burr diameter; beyond that the two differ in supported brew methods and adjustment type, which is a design choice rather than a ranking. On the category's technical index, S-Manuale 64 ranks #2 of 12, Encore ESP #6.
| Parameter |
Encore ESP
Baratza
F2 · Intermediate
|
S-Manuale 64
ECM
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Awards | ||
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| 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 × 24.5 × 41.5 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3.1 kg | 6.9 kg |
| Power (W) | 70 W | 450 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | 230 V |
| Category specs | ||
| Burr type | Conical | — |
| Burr diameter (mm) | 40 mm | 64 mm |
| Single dose | No | No |
| Supported brew methods | Espresso, Drip filter | Espresso |
| Adjustment type | Stepped | Stepless |
| Number of steps | 40 | — |
| Burr material | Hardened steel | Stainless steel |
| Drive | Electric | Electric |
| Motor speed (rpm) | — | 1400 rpm |
| Hopper capacity (g) | 300 g | 500 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 →S-Manuale 64
Most capable Intermediate
Highest technical score among the 4 Espresso grinders between €350 and €900 machines: 100/100.
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Burr diameter: Encore ESP 40 mm vs S-Manuale 64 64 mm — S-Manuale 64 wins (+60%)
- Supported brew methods: Encore ESP Espresso, Drip filter · S-Manuale 64 Espresso
- Adjustment type: Encore ESP Stepped · S-Manuale 64 Stepless
- Burr material: Encore ESP Hardened steel · S-Manuale 64 Stainless steel
Which one to choose
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