Based on 8 r/BuyItForLife mentions

Encore ESP Grinder

$199.95

Baratza

Baratza's new espresso-optimized coffee grinder redesigns an industry classic to make high-resolution crushing simple, repeatable and approachable. It's another way Baratza is making gourmet coffee accessible to everyone. Award-winning grinders by the Specialty Coffee Association Baratza's grinders are favorites of coffee professionals and rank high on review sites such as Wirecutter. Dual adjustment system The innovative multi-setting mechanism offers micro-steps from 1 to 20 for high resolution coffee grinding and macro-steps from 21 to 40 for filter preparation methods. User-friendly Fresh coffee is as easy as a one-handed turn of the hopper to set the grind size, then a push of the front…

Reddit mentions

  • “Yup, totally agree with that answer. Grinder first (for consistency of particles size). One important thing about grinders: there is only few options that allow to grind for both…”
  • “> One important thing about grinders: there is only few options that allow to grind for both pour-over/drip AND espresso. Baratza ESP encore is one of them. And I think the Niche…”
  • “\+1 for the usual reco on r/espresso for the Breville Bambino Plus and a good grinder (Baratza Encore Esp) for around $600. Will require a learning period of how to properly…”
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Product details
Adjustable Grind
Yes
Grinding Mechanism
Conical burr
Grind Level
Fine (for espresso)
Grind Uniformity
70% in target range (Kruve sieve tests for espresso)
Grinding Speed
550 RPM
Bean Capacity
230 g
Grinding Capacity
Around 25g (pour over)
Storage Capacity
24 g (Dosing Cup)
Easy To Clean
Yes, Easy to remove the burrs to clean the interior or handle a clog (new quick-release mechanism)
Depth
16 cm
Height
35 cm
Weight
7 pounds
Width
12 cm
Length
5.9 inches
Number Of Settings
40
Control Type
Pulse button
Speed
450 RPM
Timer
No
Power Type
Electric
Motor Power
High torque DC motor
Wattage
70 W
Cord Length
36"
Grinding Plate Material
Steel
Body Material
Plastic
Hopper Material
Plastic
Housing Material
Metal (frame and burr mounts)
Material Features
Antistatic
Type
Electric
Subtype
Burr grinder
Color
White, Black
Design Highlights
Textured paint, Black cavity to the grinds area, Black pin striping around the base, New grinder body with very slightly refined shape
Shape
Same silhouette as the older Encore
Style
Modern
Durability Highlights
Heavy metal base keeps it rooted to your counter
Shut-Off Feature
No (does not stop grinding once on/off switch is hit)
Safety Highlights
Thermal overload cutout protects the motor from overheating
Top Use Cases
Espresso
Typical Users
Home baristas
Skill Level
Entry-level
Included Accessories
Dosing cup
Supported Accessories
Single dose hopper, Aftermarket bellows (Introvert Makes)
Highlighted Features
Adjustable grind with 40 settings
Recycled Material
Yes (packaging)