Baratza Forté AP vs Fellow Opus 2 Conical Burr Grinder
Technical comparison · All-purpose grinders
Choose Baratza Forté AP if you are looking for a semi-professional grinder with 54 mm ceramic flat burrs and a large 300 g hopper. Choose Fellow Opus 2 if you prefer a compact 2.3 kg single dose solution with stepless adjustment and stainless steel conical burrs suitable for multiple brewing methods.
| Parameter |
Forté AP
Baratza
F4 · Semi-professional
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Opus 2 Conical Burr Grinder
Fellow
F3 · Advanced
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|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 699.95 € | ~90–200 € |
| Price updated on | 09/2026 | 09/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 13 × 18 × 37 cm | 13 × 20.6 × 26.7 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 6 kg | 2.3 kg |
| Power (W) | 130 W | 300 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Burr type | Flat | Conical |
| Burr diameter (mm) | 54 mm | 48 mm |
| Single dose | No | Yes |
| Supported brew methods | Espresso, French press | Espresso, Pour over, Drip filter, French press, Cold brew |
| Adjustment type | Stepped | Stepless |
| Burr material | Ceramic | Stainless steel |
| Drive | Electric | Electric |
| Hopper capacity (g) | 300 g | 100 g |
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Lowest price range Advanced
The lowest estimated price range among the sheets in the All-purpose grinders category (advanced tier): 90–200 €. It is an editorial estimate, not a selling price.
How we assign awards →The differences that matter
- Burrs and materials: Baratza Forté AP uses 54 mm ceramic flat burrs, while Fellow Opus 2 uses 48 mm stainless steel conical burrs.
- Workflow and capacity: The Fellow model is designed for a single dose workflow with a 100 g capacity; the Baratza is not single dose and offers a much larger 300 g hopper.
- Grind adjustment: Baratza features a stepped adjustment system, unlike the stepless adjustment found on the Fellow Opus 2.
- Build and weight: The Baratza is significantly heavier (6 kg vs 2.3 kg for the Fellow) and taller (37 cm vs 26.7 cm).
- Brewing versatility: Opus 2 natively covers a wider range of methods (including Pour over, Filtro americano, and Cold brew), while Forté AP focuses on Espresso and French press.
Which one to choose
Choose Forté AP if…
Choose Baratza Forté AP if you need a semi-professional grade coffee grinder, supported by a solid 6 kg frame and a large 300 g hopper. It is the ideal option for those who prefer the cup results of 54 mm ceramic flat burrs managed by a stepped adjustment system, focusing specifically on Espresso and French press preparations.
Choose Opus 2 Conical Burr Grinder if…
Choose Fellow Opus 2 Conical Burr Grinder if you want an advanced-level device focused on single dose workflow and extraction versatility, ranging from Cold brew to Espresso. Its compact 2.3 kg design houses 48 mm stainless steel conical burrs driven by a 300 W motor, ensuring precision via a stepless adjustment system.
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