Baratza Encore ESP vs Mahlkönig E64 WS

Technical comparison · Espresso grinders

In brief

Encore ESP and E64 WS are not direct competitors: very different prices (~5.6×). Encore ESP costs less (~€179.95) and is the entry-level choice; E64 WS offers more capability at a higher price (~€999). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
Baratza Encore ESP Encore ESP Baratza F2 · Intermediate
Mahlkönig E64 WS E64 WS Mahlkönig F2 · Intermediate
Awards —
Identity
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 179.95 € 999 €
Price updated on 09/2026 —
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 13 × 15 × 34 cm 15.4 × 21.8 × 39 cm
Weight (kg) 3.1 kg 5.8 kg
Power (W) 70 W 200 W
Voltage (V) 220 V —
Category specs
Burr type Conical —
Burr diameter (mm) 40 mm 64 mm
Single dose No —
Supported brew methods Espresso, Drip filter —
Adjustment type Stepped —
Number of steps 40 —
Burr material Hardened steel Steel
Drive Electric Electric
Motor speed (rpm) — 1950 rpm
Hopper capacity (g) 300 g 250 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 →
E64 WS

No awards in this tier.

The differences that matter

  • Price: Encore ESP 179.95 € vs E64 WS 999 €
  • Burr diameter: Encore ESP 40 mm vs E64 WS 64 mm
  • Burr material: Encore ESP Hardened steel · E64 WS Steel

Which one to choose

Choose Encore ESP if…

you value price.

See the Encore ESP sheet →

Choose E64 WS if…

you value burr diameter.

See the E64 WS sheet →

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