Baratza Encore ESP vs Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG)
Two grinders side by side. They differ on adjustment, grind range, hopper capacity, motor speed. Adjustment: the Baratza Encore ESP has Stepped, the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) has Stepless.
Baratza Encore ESP
Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG)
Our take
If you like to brew filter coffee now and then, the Baratza Encore ESP is the more flexible grinder, and it carries a 2 year warranty. The Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) is aimed squarely at espresso and is less suited to coarse filter grinds. Its stepless adjustment is the reason to buy it if you dial in shots often.
What actually differs
- Adjustment: the Baratza Encore ESP has Stepped, the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) has Stepless.
- Grind range: the Baratza Encore ESP has All-purpose, the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) has Espresso.
- The Baratza Encore ESP has a larger hopper (300 g against 275 g for the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG)).
- Motor speed: the Baratza Encore ESP has 550 rpm, the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) has 650 rpm.
- The Baratza Encore ESP has a longer warranty (2 years against 1 year for the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG)).
Which one should you buy?
Beginner users who brew both espresso and filter coffee at home.
Buy the Encore ESP if you want one grinder for both espresso and filter. Its dual-range dial gives espresso fine micro-steps (1–20) and filter wider steps (21–40), so moving between the two is a turn of the dial.
Skip it if: Users seeking prosumer-level precision or espresso-only grinding should not buy it.
Full specs and review →Home enthusiasts who prepare espresso and want stepless grind adjustment.
Home coffee enthusiasts focused on espresso should consider it for the stepless adjustment and electric time-based dosing. These features suit users who want direct control over espresso grind settings without additional steps.
Skip it if: Users who need a grinder with a wider grind range beyond espresso.
Full specs and review →Where each one wins
- A larger hopper
- A longer warranty
Specs compared
Rows where they differ are highlighted. Specs are from manufacturer sources; blanks are left blank, never estimated.
| Spec | Baratza Encore ESP | Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) |
|---|---|---|
| Typical price | $$ $150–400 | $$ $150–400 |
| Grinder type | Electric | Electric |
| Burr type | Conical | Conical |
| Burr size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Adjustment | Stepped | Stepless |
| Grind range | All-purpose | Espresso |
| Hopper capacity | 300 g | 275 g |
| Motor speed | 550 rpm | 650 rpm |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
What they have in common
Both record the same value for: grinder type (Electric); burr type (Conical); burr size (40 mm).
Baratza Encore ESP vs Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG): common questions
What is the main difference between the Baratza Encore ESP and the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG)?
Adjustment: the Baratza Encore ESP has Stepped, the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) has Stepless. Grind range: the Baratza Encore ESP has All-purpose, the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) has Espresso.
Which is better for beginners, the Baratza Encore ESP or the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG)?
We tag the Baratza Encore ESP for beginners; the other is not tagged that way. See the pick boxes above for who each one suits.
Do the Baratza Encore ESP and the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) use the same burr type?
Yes, both use Conical.
Is the Baratza Encore ESP or the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) more expensive?
Both sit in the same typical price band, $$ $150–400.