Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) vs Fellow Opus 2
Two grinders side by side. They differ on burr size, grind range, hopper capacity, warranty. The Fellow Opus 2 has larger burrs (48 mm against 40 mm for the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG)).
Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG)
Fellow Opus 2
Our take
Go for the Fellow Opus 2 if you want one grinder that covers espresso and filter, and your counter is short on room, given its 100 g hopper. The Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) is the espresso specialist, with stepless micro adjustment and time-based dosing. Choose it only if filter coffee is not part of your routine.
What actually differs
- The Fellow Opus 2 has larger burrs (48 mm against 40 mm for the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG)).
- Grind range: the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) has Espresso, the Fellow Opus 2 has All-purpose.
- The Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) has a larger hopper (275 g against 100 g for the Fellow Opus 2).
- The Fellow Opus 2 has a longer warranty (2 years against 1 year for the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG)).
Which one should you buy?
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 →Beginners needing a single stepless grinder for both espresso and filter at a moderate price.
Buy the Fellow Opus 2 if you want one grinder that handles espresso and filter without stepping up to enthusiast grinders. The move to 48 mm conical burrs and a single stepless dial makes it simpler to adjust than the original Opus, and it comes ready to single-dose, with a dosing cup that fits 54 and 58 mm portafilters.
Skip it if: Enthusiasts or prosumer users needing specialized performance should not buy it.
Full specs and review →Where each one wins
- A larger hopper
- Larger burrs
- A longer warranty
Specs compared
Rows where they differ are highlighted. Specs are from manufacturer sources; blanks are left blank, never estimated.
| Spec | Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) | Fellow Opus 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Typical price | $$ $150–400 | $$ $150–400 |
| Grinder type | Electric | Electric |
| Burr type | Conical | Conical |
| Burr size | 40 mm | 48 mm |
| Adjustment | Stepless | Stepless |
| Grind range | Espresso | All-purpose |
| Hopper capacity | 275 g | 100 g |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |
What they have in common
Both record the same value for: grinder type (Electric); burr type (Conical); adjustment (Stepless).
Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) vs Fellow Opus 2: common questions
What is the main difference between the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) and the Fellow Opus 2?
The Fellow Opus 2 has larger burrs (48 mm against 40 mm for the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG)). Grind range: the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) has Espresso, the Fellow Opus 2 has All-purpose.
Which is better for beginners, the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) or the Fellow Opus 2?
We tag the Fellow Opus 2 for beginners; the other is not tagged that way. See the pick boxes above for who each one suits.
Do the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) and the Fellow Opus 2 use the same burr type?
Yes, both use Conical.
Is the Baratza Sette 270 Espresso Grinder (SCG) or the Fellow Opus 2 more expensive?
Both sit in the same typical price band, $$ $150–400.