Baratza Forté AP vs Niche Zero
Technical comparison · All-purpose grinders
Zero is ahead on burr diameter; beyond that the two differ in burr type and supported brew methods, which is a design choice rather than a ranking. On the category's technical index, Forté AP ranks #6 of 12, Zero #10.
| Parameter |
Forté AP
Baratza
F4 · Semi-professional
|
Zero
Niche
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F4 — Semi-professional | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 699.95 € | ~450–1000 € |
| Price updated on | 09/2026 | 09/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 13 × 18 × 37 cm | 12.2 × 21.1 × 31.1 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 6 kg | 4.1 kg |
| Power (W) | 130 W | — |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Burr type | Flat | Conical |
| Burr diameter (mm) | 54 mm | 63 mm |
| Retention (g) | — | 0 g |
| Single dose | No | Yes |
| Supported brew methods | Espresso, French press | Espresso, Drip filter |
| Adjustment type | Stepped | Stepless |
| Burr material | Ceramic | — |
| Drive | Electric | Electric |
| Hopper capacity (g) | 300 g | — |
The differences that matter
- Burr diameter: Forté AP 54 mm vs Zero 63 mm — Zero wins (+17%)
- Burr type: Forté AP Flat · Zero Conical
- Supported brew methods: Forté AP Espresso, French press · Zero Espresso, Drip filter
- Adjustment type: Forté AP Stepped · Zero Stepless
Which one to choose
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