Baratza Encore ESP vs Fiorenzato F83 E

Technical comparison · Espresso grinders

In brief

Encore ESP and F83 E are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4), very different prices (~8.9×). Encore ESP is the entry-level choice; F83 E 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 F83 E F83 E Fiorenzato F4 · Semi-professional
Awards
Identity
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F4 — Semi-professional
Price
Price (€) 179.95 € ~1000–2200 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 13 × 15 × 34 cm —
Weight (kg) 3.1 kg 15 kg
Power (W) 70 W 650 W
Voltage (V) 220 V —
Category specs
Burr type Conical Flat
Burr diameter (mm) 40 mm 83 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.

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F83 E

Most capable Semi-professional

Highest technical score among the 5 sheets in the Espresso grinders category (semi-professional tier): 100/100.

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Best value Semi-professional

Best balance of technical score and price among the 5 sheets in the Espresso grinders category (semi-professional 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 F83 E 83 mm — F83 E wins (+108%)
  • Burr type: Encore ESP Conical · F83 E Flat
  • Adjustment type: Encore ESP Stepped · F83 E Micrometric
  • Burr material: Encore ESP Hardened steel · F83 E Steel

Which one to choose

Choose Encore ESP if…

It is the best value for money in its class.

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Choose F83 E if…

you value burr diameter. It is the most capable in its class.

See the F83 E sheet →

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