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Baratza
Encore ESP Pro
125 positive 0 neutral 14 negative
Based on 139 Reddit mentions
$299.95
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New to this, new set up
Enjoy your new bambino! Yes, for that budget point I’d go for Baratza Encore ESP/ Pro or a DF54. Great grinders. The OXO should definitely be returned because it’s not really capable of doing what you need it for :) Have fun
Many-Praline-8816 in r/espresso
January 15, 2026 11:44 PM
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Grounds come out in chunky clumps? [ECM automatik 54]
Isn't the answer right there: "WDT them away." Not at all uncommon--e.g. I've found that the Baratza Encore ESP can be the same, with my dark-roast beans. Interestingly, using the same burrs, the Baratza Encore ESP Pro produces non-clumpy, fluffy grounds, seemingly as the result of the grinder's inc
...Longjumping_Two2774 in r/espresso
February 17, 2026 4:03 PM
22
Breville Dose Control Pro
If that’s US dollars, hell no. Buy a Baratza Encore ESP (or ESP Pro) instead.
BruceWayne3307 in r/espresso
March 14, 2026 6:39 PM
16
Help me choose a coffee grinder!! [$500 budget]
Baratza Encore ESP Pro, it's what cured my rage after the Fellow Opus. Whatever you do, do NOT get an Opus. With the Encore ESP Pro you're good to grind just about anything from a reputable brand for $299.
djoliverm in r/espresso
January 29, 2026 5:38 AM
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DF54... I am at my wits end.
Had the same problem and returned it. Got a Baratza encore esp pro and it has never clogged so far.
Able-Juggernaut9610 in r/espresso
May 25, 2026 4:54 PM
8
Baratza Encore ESP: fixing their flawed design with 1€
It is a shame that Baratza doesn't include, or simply offer as accessories, both a portafilter holder (that works well) and a bellows for the Encore ESP/Pro. If nothing else, leaving money on the table . . . .
Longjumping_Two2774 in r/espresso
February 7, 2026 3:04 PM
8
Help me choose a new grinder: narrowed down to two options [free with rewards points]
Baratza ESP or ESP Pro, no question. Avoid the SGPs. They are old designs, barely suitable for dark, oily roasts of dubious origins; perhaps a step up from a blade grinder. Apologies to contented users of these; mainly I am irate at the gall of Breville's inflated pricing for them. Baratza Encore ha
...captain_blender in r/espresso
January 27, 2026 10:35 PM
7
Best beginner machine?
Get a good grinder like a DF54 or a Baratza Encore ESP Pro and a Breville Bambino Plus and you'll be making great coffee so long as you also have good coffee
Low_Pie3001 in r/AustralianCoffee
April 3, 2026 7:59 AM
7
Novata que precisa de dicas :)
MUDANÇAS! Parabéns por saires da Nespresso. É logo meio caminho andado para melhorares MUITO a qualidade (e até o custo por café). Sobre o moinho: o Sage Dose Control Pro é uma escolha honesta para começar. Tens doseamento automático Agora, parte sincera: há duas limitações que vemos bastante: algum
...One_Bar7446 in r/cafept
April 14, 2026 10:49 AM
6
Best espresso machine with good steamer wand for ~$500?
I can recommend a Gaggia Classic Pro… it has decent steaming capabilities, though not stellar. Other folks may have better recommendations. I will say that the standard Baratza Encore is NOT suitable for espresso. The Encore ESP or ESP PRO will work. There are also quality, inexpensive hand grinders
...Lvacgar in r/JamesHoffmann
March 15, 2026 5:53 PM
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