ECM S-Manuale 64 vs Fiorenzato F83 E

Technical comparison · Espresso grinders

In brief

S-Manuale 64 and F83 E are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4). S-Manuale 64 is the entry-level choice; F83 E offers more capability in a higher class. Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
ECM S-Manuale 64 S-Manuale 64 ECM F2 · Intermediate
Fiorenzato F83 E F83 E Fiorenzato F4 · Semi-professional
Awards
Identity
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F4 — Semi-professional
Price
Price (€) ~450–1000 € ~1000–2200 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 15 × 24.5 × 41.5 cm
Weight (kg) 6.9 kg 15 kg
Power (W) 450 W 650 W
Voltage (V) 230 V
Category specs
Burr type Flat
Burr diameter (mm) 64 mm 83 mm
Single dose No No
Supported brew methods Espresso
Adjustment type Stepless Micrometric
Burr material Stainless steel Steel
Drive Electric Electric
Motor speed (rpm) 1400 rpm
Hopper capacity (g) 500 g 1500 g

CoffeeSpecs Awards

S-Manuale 64

Most capable Intermediate

Highest technical score among the 4 Espresso grinders between €350 and €900 machines: 100/100.

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F83 E

Most capable Semi-professional

Highest technical score among the 5 Espresso grinders between €2,000 and €5,000 machines: 100/100.

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Best value Semi-professional

It offers the best performance-to-price ratio among the 5 semi-professional Espresso grinders machines (between €2,000 and €5,000), with a technical score of 100/100.

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The differences that matter

  • Burr diameter: S-Manuale 64 64 mm vs F83 E 83 mm — F83 E wins (+30%)
  • Adjustment type: S-Manuale 64 Stepless · F83 E Micrometric
  • Burr material: S-Manuale 64 Stainless steel · F83 E Steel

Which one to choose

Choose F83 E if…

you value burr diameter. It is the most capable in its class.

See the F83 E sheet →

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