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Baratza Encore grinder

Beginner grinder for brewed coffee

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Best for	Beginner grinder for brewed coffee
Price band	Around $169.95 (prices change often; check the current price on Amazon)
Owner rating	4.5 stars
ASIN	B007F183LK
Verification	2026-09-19

- 40mm conical burrs (M3) - 40 grind settings, from espresso-fine to French-press coarse - 8oz bean hopper, 5oz grounds bin - 450 RPM DC motor (cool, quiet, low static) - Front-mounted pulse button; tool-free burr removal for cleaning

A long standing entry grinder with consistent results and unusually good repair support. Its steps are too coarse for precise espresso dialing.

Pros

Consistent for drip and pour over
Repairable
Simple

Cons

Not ideal for espresso
Some static and mess

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