ECM S-Manuale 64 vs Quamar Q50E

Technical comparison · Espresso grinders

In brief

S-Manuale 64 and Q50E are not direct competitors: different use classes (F2 vs F4). S-Manuale 64 is the entry-level choice; Q50E 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
Quamar Q50E Q50E Quamar F4 · Semi-professional
Awards
Identity
Use tier F2 — Intermediate F4 — Semi-professional
Price
Price (€) ~450–1000 € ~450–1000 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 15 × 24.5 × 41.5 cm 17.5 × 26 × 52 cm
Weight (kg) 6.9 kg 7 kg
Power (W) 450 W 330 W
Voltage (V) 230 V 220 V
Category specs
Burr type Flat
Burr diameter (mm) 64 mm 54 mm
Single dose No No
Supported brew methods Espresso Espresso, Moka pot, Drip filter, Pour over
Adjustment type Stepless Stepped
Burr material Stainless steel
Drive Electric Electric
Motor speed (rpm) 1400 rpm
Hopper capacity (g) 500 g 1200 g

CoffeeSpecs Awards

S-Manuale 64

Most capable Intermediate

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

How we assign awards →
Q50E

No awards in this tier.

The differences that matter

  • Burr diameter: S-Manuale 64 64 mm vs Q50E 54 mm — S-Manuale 64 wins (+19%)
  • Supported brew methods: S-Manuale 64 Espresso · Q50E Espresso, Moka pot, Drip filter, Pour over
  • Adjustment type: S-Manuale 64 Stepless · Q50E Stepped

Which one to choose

Choose S-Manuale 64 if…

you value burr diameter.

See the S-Manuale 64 sheet →

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