Baratza · Updated July 2026
Encore: price & specs
The Encore costs $149.95, #3 cheapest of 20 coffee grinders (median $254). It earns a Gold Deskmark — 59/100 pay-blind standing, #3 of 23 in class.
Verified Jul 7, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Grinds more evenly across a wider range of settings than rivals at its price level; Low grind retention (measured around half a gram or less) and fast, relatively quiet grinding.
- Skip if Not suited for serious espresso; slow on very fine settings is a dealbreaker.
Encore. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: baratza.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
Is the Encore a good buy?
At $150, the Encore is #3 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, and its weight of 7 lb is at the median of the 17.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
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- Physical metricsrecorded
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- Outlets on recordall tested
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One independent lab measured this product across 2 physical metrics — grind time and noise. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Encore
Only one whitelisted tester (Wirecutter) returned a full hands-on review body for the base Baratza Encore, so this is a single-source consensus. Wirecutter has been testing burr grinders since 2015 and has ranked the Encore its top pick since 2017. Its verdict: the Encore grinds more evenly across a wider range of settings than anything at its price level, with low grind retention (measured around half a gram or less) and fast, medium-noise grinding. It is not suited for serious espresso.
Tested by Wirecutter
Consistently praised
- Grinds more evenly across a wider range of settings than rivals at its price level
- Low grind retention (measured around half a gram or less) and fast, relatively quiet grinding
- Simple to use, durable, and highly repairable with replaceable parts and strong customer service
Commonly flagged
- Not suited for serious espresso; slow on very fine settings
- A bit messy — throws off chaff and stray grounds; hopper has no bottom closure so removing beans is a hassle
- No timer or auto-dose; you must measure beans yourself
Where reviewers disagree Single-source consensus — no cross-source comparison was possible, so no inter-outlet agreement or dissent can be reported. Wirecutter's own multi-year test record (top pick since 2017) shows a consistent verdict with no internal reversal.
The sources (1)
grind time, 68 g medium grind (medium setting): 35-40 sec · noise running empty vs OXO budget pick (NIOSH Sound Level Meter app): ~5 dB quieter
The Baratza Encore grinds coffee more evenly, and on a wider range of settings, than any other machine we’ve tested at its price level (and many that cost more).
Of the grinders we tested, the Encore had one of the highest quantities of particles in the target range, allowing for a clearer-tasting cup.
Like many machines, the Encore takes a longer time to grind on a very fine, espresso-like setting.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $149.95 MSRP $149.95 listed live on the official Baratza US Encore page (encore-zcg485); Clive Coffee corroborates $149.95 as the regular price (currently on sale at $119.95). |
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| Brand | Baratza |
| Released | — |
| Type | electric |
| Burr type | conical |
| Burr size (mm) | 40 |
| Grind settings | 40 stepped |
| Hopper capacity (g) | — |
| Best for | pourover |
| Weight (lb) | 7 |
Source: baratza.com (verified 2026-07-07) · corroborated by clivecoffee.com. Price $149.95 and the product name "Encore" were confirmed live on Baratza's official US product page (encore-zcg485) on 2026-07-07; the fetched page showed the price and marketing copy (filter brew, pour overs) but not a spec table. Clive Coffee's fetched product page corroborates the technical specs verbatim: 40mm conical steel burrs, 40 (stepped) grind settings, 8 oz (227g) bean hopper, 7 lb weight, 550 RPM burr speed, and a DC (electric) motor, positioning it as a pour-over/drip/French-press grinder (explicitly not espresso). Clive also lists the regular price as $149.95 (on sale at $119.95), matching the Baratza MSRP. No release year is stated on either fetched page, so releaseDate and the release spec are left null; this is the classic Encore (encore-zcg485), distinct from the Encore ESP. All 7 non-null spec keys verified against the fetched corroboration text.
Is the Encore worth it vs cheaper coffee grinders?
Encore 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 | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encore this | $149.95 | electric | conical | 40 | 40 stepped | pourover |
| Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder | $109.99 | electric | conical | 40 | 15 numbered settings + microsettings (Seattle Coffee Gear lists 42 stepped positions) | pourover |
| J-Max | $199 | manual | conical | 48 | 90 clicks per rotation (8.8 µm/click), external dial | espresso |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Encore?
Only one whitelisted tester (Wirecutter) returned a full hands-on review body for the base Baratza Encore, so this is a single-source consensus. Wirecutter has been testing burr grinders since 2015 and has ranked the Encore its top pick since 2017. Its verdict: the Encore grinds more evenly across a wider range of settings than anything at its price level, with low grind retention (measured around half a gram or less) and fast, medium-noise grinding. It is not suited for serious espresso. Praised: Grinds more evenly across a wider range of settings than rivals at its price level; Low grind retention (measured around half a gram or less) and fast, relatively quiet grinding; Simple to use, durable, and highly repairable with replaceable parts and strong customer service. Flagged: Not suited for serious espresso; slow on very fine settings; A bit messy — throws off chaff and stray grounds; hopper has no bottom closure so removing beans is a hassle; No timer or auto-dose; you must measure beans yourself. (From 1 tester review, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the Encore cost?
The Encore has a US price of $149.95 (MSRP $149.95 listed live on the official Baratza US Encore page (encore-zcg485); Clive Coffee corroborates $149.95 as the regular price (currently on sale at $119.95).), as of 2026-07-07.
How does the Encore compare on price?
At $150, the Encore is #3 cheapest of the 20 coffee grinders we track, where the median is $254.
What are the Encore's key specs?
Encore (Baratza): type electric, burr type conical, burr size mm 40, grind settings 40 stepped, best for pourover. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-07-07.
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