Baratza · Updated June 2026
Encore ESP: price, specs & release date
Encore ESP, released 2022. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: baratza.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Encore ESP is listed at $199.95 on baratza.com as of 2026-06-27, #6 cheapest of 20 coffee grinders (median $254); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 51/100 pay-blind standing, #6 of 23 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Excellent value and beginner-friendly with virtually no learning curve; Tool-free burr removal for easy cleaning, and very low clumping.
- Skip if Cannot grind fine enough for true espresso/Turkish; lacks fine-grind control is a dealbreaker.
Is the Encore ESP a good buy?
At $200, the Encore ESP is #6 cheapest of the 20 coffee grinders we track, where the median is $254. On the spec sheet, its burr size of 40 mm is below the median of the 23, its hopper capacity of 227 g is above the median of the 19, and its weight of 7 lb is at the median of the 17. By release date, it is among the newer of the 11 we date.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
- 1
- Physical metricsrecorded
- 5
- Outlets on record1 tested · 1 mention-only
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One independent lab measured this product across 5 physical metrics — grind time, noise, average grind retention and 2 more. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far; 1 other outlet has it on record by mention only.
grind time · noise · average grind retention · retention grinding a · largest clump when
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Encore ESP
Only one whitelisted tester ran a full hands-on test of the exact base Encore ESP: Tom's Guide, which calls it a great-value, no-learning-curve entry grinder that 'lives up to its hype' but grinds unevenly and can't reach espresso-fine. Wirecutter's 2026 grinder roundup mentions the base Encore ESP only in passing, now deeming it a superseded 'prototype' next to its ESP Pro pick. Both sources verified as literal, on-model; nothing dropped.
Based on 2 reviews · 1 lab-tested · 2025-03-14–2026-01-14
Tested by Tom's Guide, Wirecutter
Consistently praised
- Excellent value and beginner-friendly with virtually no learning curve
- Tool-free burr removal for easy cleaning, and very low clumping
Commonly flagged
- Cannot grind fine enough for true espresso/Turkish; lacks fine-grind control · 2 sources
- Grind uniformity/consistency is only mediocre
- Retention spikes when the hopper is filled (2.1g at 150g)
Where reviewers disagree Tom's Guide judges it a strong entry-level buy that lives up to its hype, whereas Wirecutter, having shifted its recommendation to the pricier Encore ESP Pro, now frames the base Encore ESP as a superseded 'prototype' relegated to its competition section. The two diverge on whether it is still worth buying.
The sources (2)
Grind time, full 150g hopper: 1 min 6 sec · Max grinding noise: 82 dB · Average grind retention: 1.55% · Retention grinding a full 150g hopper: 2.1 g · Largest clump when grinding 75g: ~2 mm
The famous budget-friendly grinder lives up to its hype, and is the perfect entry-level grinder.
I struggled to get a super fine grind even on 0 and 1.
The grind isn't as uniform and consistent as other grinders I've used
the Baratza Encore ESP now seems more like a prototype.
it still lacks the control over fine grinding that you'd want for more serious espresso-making.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $199.95 MSRP, official Baratza store |
|---|---|
| Brand | Baratza |
| Released | 2022 |
| Type | electric |
| Burr type | conical |
| Burr size (mm) | 40 |
| Grind settings | 40 stepped (steps 1-20 espresso at 20µm/click, 21-40 filter at ~90µm/click) |
| Hopper capacity (g) | 227 |
| Best for | espresso |
| Weight (lb) | 7 |
Source: baratza.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by clivecoffee.com. Price $199.95 confirmed live on Baratza official US page (2026-06-19). 40mm Etzinger M2 conical steel burrs, dual-resolution 40-step collar, 8 oz (227g) hopper confirmed via Coffee Bros and Seattle Coffee Gear. Release 2022 (original Encore ESP); a separate Encore ESP Pro launched 2025. Some retailers cite a 2023 retail availability.
Is the Encore ESP worth it vs cheaper coffee grinders?
Encore ESP against its closest cheaper and pricier coffee grinders on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 20 ranked
| Product | Price | Type | Burr type | Burr size (mm) | Grind settings | Hopper capacity (g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore ESP this | $199.95 | electric | conical | 40 | 40 stepped (steps 1-20 espresso at 20µm/click, 21-40 filter at ~90µm/click) | 227 |
| J-Max | $199 | manual | conical | 48 | 90 clicks per rotation (8.8 µm/click), external dial | 40 |
| ZP6 Special | $209 | manual | hexagonal | 48 | 90 clicks (22 µm/click), external adjustment ring | 35 |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Encore ESP?
Only one whitelisted tester ran a full hands-on test of the exact base Encore ESP: Tom's Guide, which calls it a great-value, no-learning-curve entry grinder that 'lives up to its hype' but grinds unevenly and can't reach espresso-fine. Wirecutter's 2026 grinder roundup mentions the base Encore ESP only in passing, now deeming it a superseded 'prototype' next to its ESP Pro pick. Both sources verified as literal, on-model; nothing dropped. Praised: Excellent value and beginner-friendly with virtually no learning curve; Tool-free burr removal for easy cleaning, and very low clumping. Flagged: Cannot grind fine enough for true espresso/Turkish; lacks fine-grind control; Grind uniformity/consistency is only mediocre; Retention spikes when the hopper is filled (2.1g at 150g). (From 2 tester reviews, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the Encore ESP cost?
The Encore ESP has a US price of $199.95 (MSRP, official Baratza store), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the Encore ESP compare on price?
At $200, the Encore ESP is #6 cheapest of the 20 coffee grinders we track, where the median is $254.
When was the Encore ESP released?
The Encore ESP was released 2022.
What are the Encore ESP's key specs?
Encore ESP (Baratza): type electric, burr type conical, burr size mm 40, grind settings 40 stepped (steps 1-20 espresso at 20µm/click, 21-40 filter at ~90µm/click), hopper capacity g 227. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $199.95 at baratza.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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