Baratza Encore ESP vs ECM S-Manuale 64

Technical comparison · Espresso grinders

In brief

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
Baratza Encore ESP Encore ESP Baratza F2 · Intermediate
ECM S-Manuale 64 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.

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S-Manuale 64

Most capable Intermediate

Highest technical score among the 4 Espresso grinders between €350 and €900 machines: 100/100.

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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

Choose S-Manuale 64 if…

you value burr diameter.

See the S-Manuale 64 sheet →

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