Baratza Encore ESP vs Fiorenzato F64 EVO

Technical comparison · Espresso grinders

In brief

Encore ESP and F64 EVO are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4), very different prices (~4×). Encore ESP is the entry-level choice; F64 EVO offers more capability in a higher class. Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
Baratza Encore ESP Encore ESP Baratza F2 · Intermediate
Fiorenzato F64 EVO F64 EVO Fiorenzato F4 · Semi-professional
Awards —
Identity
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F4 — Semi-professional
Price
Price (€) 179.95 € ~450–1000 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 13 × 15 × 34 cm —
Weight (kg) 3.1 kg 13 kg
Power (W) 70 W 450 W
Voltage (V) 220 V —
Category specs
Burr type Conical Flat
Burr diameter (mm) 40 mm 64 mm
Single dose No No
Supported brew methods Espresso, Drip filter —
Adjustment type Stepped Micrometric
Number of steps 40 —
Burr material Hardened steel Steel
Drive Electric Electric
Hopper capacity (g) 300 g 1500 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.

How we assign awards →
F64 EVO

No awards in this tier.

The differences that matter

  • Burr diameter: Encore ESP 40 mm vs F64 EVO 64 mm — F64 EVO wins (+60%)
  • Burr type: Encore ESP Conical · F64 EVO Flat
  • Adjustment type: Encore ESP Stepped · F64 EVO Micrometric
  • Burr material: Encore ESP Hardened steel · F64 EVO Steel

Which one to choose

Choose Encore ESP if…

It is the best value for money in its class.

See the Encore ESP sheet →

Choose F64 EVO if…

you value burr diameter.

See the F64 EVO sheet →

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