Baratza
Encore
Based on 358 Reddit mentions
$149.95
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Is this a good deal? Budget [$550]
I’d say no, the Bambino Plus is currently on sale for $400 brand new, and the grinder is $200 brand new. You’re saving $50 but are buying used machines that might have issues. I don’t have first hand experience with the grinder, but the general consensus here is that there are better options at the
...NewTown_BurnOut in r/espresso
April 27, 2026 12:28 AM
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Home espresso machine recommendations [$900]
for the price of the Breville Smart Grinder Pro, there are so many better options. hell, breville owns baratza, and the encore esp is the same price. and if you're single dosing, the df54 is only a little bit more expensive. bambino is a good option though. one of the best bang for buck at that pric
...4dxn in r/espresso
March 3, 2026 6:29 AM
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Remote Grinder Question - Have autism and noise aversion
They do not exist as it is a super specific need. I think you can make it however. Buy something with a physical ON/OFF switch live a Baratza Encore. Buy a smart plug like Tapo or others and you can set timers and automations. Then you can either load the weighted amount of beans each day for when y
...DeutschePizza in r/Coffee
October 24, 2025 4:44 PM
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Best starter espresso machine [$500]
I have a Breville Bambino and Baratza Encore ESP and have been happy with that set up.
CoconutDry546 in r/espresso
May 1, 2026 3:56 PM
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Need suggestion for grinder to pair with bambino plus [under $200]
The Baratza Encore ESP would be a good option for you.
MajesticHoneyBunny in r/espresso
March 24, 2026 3:37 PM
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New to this, new set up
Enjoy your new bambino! Yes, for that budget point I’d go for Baratza Encore ESP/ Pro or a DF54. Great grinders. The OXO should definitely be returned because it’s not really capable of doing what you need it for :) Have fun
Many-Praline-8816 in r/espresso
January 15, 2026 11:44 PM
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What sub-£250 item would you buy again in a heartbeat?
Are you into fresh coffee? Maybe a nice coffee grinder? You can get a Baratza Encore for around £150. Add a V60 or Aeropress from Amazon for a few quid and you can have very good coffee at home
BigfatDan1 in r/AskUK
April 18, 2026 11:32 AM
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What's the Best Espresso Machine for Home Use Widely Loved by Aficionados?
I’m using a Breville Bambino with a Baratza Encore ESP....yeah simple setup, but it works well.
gemtitania in r/JamesHoffmann
April 20, 2026 7:16 PM
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[USA - TJ Maxx] Breville Bambino Plus for 80$
Well you saved a ton of money so don’t skimp on a good grinder. It all depends how deep in the rabbit hole you want to go. I have this same machine with Baratza Encore ESP and am happy with it. I use the grinder for everything from espresso to pour over. If you can afford a $5-600 grinder, do you. T
...Exciting-Ticket812 in r/espresso
January 18, 2026 7:57 PM
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Best coffee grinder in 2026 for home? My Budget $100–$300
I'm in the Netherlands and have had great support from Baratza for my encore ESP. I sent them an email asking about some discolouration on my burrset that looked like damage. They confirmed it was fine and sent me a new burr carrier for free because they weren't sure from the pictures if it was inta
...NotCrazyJustIgnorant in r/JamesHoffmann
April 2, 2026 11:05 AM
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