Baratza Encore ESP vs Profitec TWIST SD54

Technical comparison · Espresso grinders

In brief

TWIST SD54 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, TWIST SD54 ranks #5 of 12, Encore ESP #6.

Parameter
Baratza Encore ESP Encore ESP Baratza F2 · Intermediate
Profitec TWIST SD54 TWIST SD54 Profitec F3 · Advanced
Awards
Identity
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F3 — Advanced
Price
Price (€) 179.95 € ~450–1000 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 13 × 15 × 34 cm 12 × 22.5 × 34.5 cm
Weight (kg) 3.1 kg 5.1 kg
Power (W) 70 W 235 W
Voltage (V) 220 V 230 V
Category specs
Burr type Conical
Burr diameter (mm) 40 mm 54 mm
Single dose No Yes
Supported brew methods Espresso, Drip filter Espresso
Adjustment type Stepped Stepless
Number of steps 40
Burr material Hardened steel Steel
Drive Electric Electric
Motor speed (rpm) 1400 rpm
Hopper capacity (g) 300 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 →
TWIST SD54

No awards in this tier.

The differences that matter

  • Burr diameter: Encore ESP 40 mm vs TWIST SD54 54 mm — TWIST SD54 wins (+35%)
  • Supported brew methods: Encore ESP Espresso, Drip filter · TWIST SD54 Espresso
  • Adjustment type: Encore ESP Stepped · TWIST SD54 Stepless
  • Burr material: Encore ESP Hardened steel · TWIST SD54 Steel

Which one to choose

Choose TWIST SD54 if…

you value burr diameter.

See the TWIST SD54 sheet →

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