Baratza Researched
Encore ESP
The grinder most people should buy first — it does espresso and filter, and Baratza will fix it forever.
First grinderEspresso + filter
$200Read review →
Fellow Researched
Ode Gen 2
The best filter-only grinder: 64mm flat burrs, near-zero retention, and an exceptionally clean cup.
Filter coffee onlyClean cupLow retention
7.9
BrewSift Score
Good
$400
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Should you buy it?
Buy it if
- Filter coffee only
- Clean cup
- Low retention
- 64mm flat burrs — very uniform
Skip it if
- Filter only (no espresso)
- Pricey for brew-only
- Large footprint
Not for you? Consider the Baratza Encore ESP — or see all coffee grinders .
The verdict
Big 64mm flat burrs produce remarkably uniform grounds for pour-over and drip, anti-static tech keeps the mess and retention low, and single-dosing is effortless. The one catch is in its name — it's built for filter, not espresso; it doesn't grind fine enough for shots.
BrewSift Score breakdown
Scored across the dimensions that matter for grinders. The overall is a weighted average — see the formula.
Grind consistency9.0
Espresso range4.0
Brew range9.4
Low retention8.8
Quiet operation8.0
Workflow8.8
Value8.0
Pros & cons
What we like
- 64mm flat burrs — very uniform
- Near-zero retention, anti-static
- Effortless single-dosing
Watch-outs
- Filter only (no espresso)
- Pricey for brew-only
- Large footprint
Specifications
- Burrs
- 64mm flat
- Range
- Filter (no espresso)
- Retention
- Near-zero
Complete your setup
The gear that pairs with the Ode Gen 2 to make a complete, working setup.
Add a scale
Keep beans fresh
Fellow
Atmos Vacuum Canister
An airtight, opaque canister protects the beans you just bought from going flat within days.
$40Buy
Add a kettle
Fellow
Stagg EKG Pro
A variable-temperature gooseneck gives the controlled pour and exact water temperature that pour-over and manual brewing need.
$180Buy
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