Baratza Forté AP vs Sage Smart Grinder Pro

Technical comparison · All-purpose grinders

In brief

Smart Grinder Pro is the most capable in its class. Forté AP and Smart Grinder Pro differ in burr type and supported brew methods: on the measurable specs neither takes the lead, so the choice comes down to which architecture you prefer. On the category's technical index, Smart Grinder Pro ranks #1 of 21, Forté AP #12.

Parameter
Baratza Forté AP Forté AP Baratza F4 · Semi-professional
Awards —
Identity
Use tier F4 — Semi-professional F3 — Advanced
Price
Price (€) 699.95 € 259.90 €
Price updated on 09/2026 —
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 13 × 18 × 37 cm 21.5 × 16 × 38.9 cm
Weight (kg) 6 kg —
Power (W) 130 W 165 W
Voltage (V) 220 V 220 V
Category specs
Burr type Flat Conical
Burr diameter (mm) 54 mm —
Single dose No —
Supported brew methods Espresso, French press Espresso, Drip filter, French press
Adjustment type Stepped Stepped
Number of steps — 60
Burr material Ceramic Stainless steel
Drive Electric Electric
Hopper capacity (g) 300 g 450 g

CoffeeSpecs Awards

Forté AP

No awards in this tier.

Smart Grinder Pro

Best value Advanced

Best balance of technical score and price among the 12 sheets in the All-purpose grinders category (advanced tier): list price €260, technical score 100/100.

How we assign awards →

The differences that matter

  • Burr type: Forté AP Flat · Smart Grinder Pro Conical
  • Supported brew methods: Forté AP Espresso, French press · Smart Grinder Pro Espresso, Drip filter, French press
  • Burr material: Forté AP Ceramic · Smart Grinder Pro Stainless steel

Which one to choose

Choose Smart Grinder Pro if…

It is the most capable in its class.

See the Smart Grinder Pro sheet →

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