Baratza Encore

If you brew drip, pour-over or occasional espresso at home and hate inconsistent grounds, the Encore solves that problem: it replaces grinders that pulse or scorch beans with a simple, serviceable burr grinder that focuses on even particle size and long-term reliability. It sits in the mid-price band homeowners search for when they want a clear step up from blade or cheap blade-like grinders. ## What makes it worth it Baratza fits this grinder with 40mm conical steel burrs and a 40-step adjustment that covers coarse filter grinds through fine espresso-ish settings, giving you predictable results across methods; the motor (listed at ~70W, ~550 RPM) delivers a steady grind rate without overheating. The Encore is also famous for repairability and support — parts and service from Baratza mean the unit is maintainable for years, which matters far more than flashy bells when your grinder is a daily appliance. The compact footprint (roughly mid-2kg class) and consistent performance make it a dependable countertop partner for regular home use. ## Where it falls short It lacks advanced features found on higher-end rivals such as programmable dosing, a larger hopper, and the ultra-fine stepless control that pros want for push-button espresso; if you need commercial speed, the quietest operation, or built-in timers you'll find better choices elsewhere. If you want a durable, easy-to-service grinder that gives reliably even results for filter coffee and decent espresso starts, buy the Encore; if you need precise, repeatable dosing, faster throughput for multiple daily shots, or the absolute finest espresso grind, look at higher-spec machines instead.

£139.95