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Electric Burr Coffee Grinders
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Baratza Encore
Choose the Baratza Encore for a straightforward manual grinding routine. Choose a timed model if you want to repeat a grinding duration.123
Why this one
- The Encore combines a switch and front pulse button with 40 grind positions. You decide when grinding starts and stops.1
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| Specification | Baratza Encore | Baratza Virtuoso+ | Breville BCG820BSSXL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burr system | 40mm Conical Steel (M3)4 | 40mm Conical Steel (M2)5 | Stainless Steel Conical Burrs.3 |
| Grind adjustment | The grind settings on the Encore go from very coarse (grind setting 40) to very fine (grind setting 1).1 | The grind settings on the Virtuoso+ go from very coarse (grind setting 40) to very fine (grind setting 1).2 | 60 Different Grind Settings6 |
| Grinding and dose controls | The Encore can be operated through two different methods: the On/Off switch and the pulse button.1 | The Virtuoso+ will grind for a predetermined length of time, shown on the display (7) in seconds. To adjust the timer and operate the grinder: 1. Rotate the dial (8) on the display clockwise to increase the grind time in 1.0 second increments, or rotate counterclockwise to decrease the grind time in 0.1 second increments. 2. The maximum grind time is 40.0 seconds, and the minimum is 0.1 seconds. The timer will loop to 40.0 if adjusted below 0.1, and will loop to 1.0 if adjusted above 40.0.2 | Precision Digital Time allows you to adjust and program grind time in 0.2 second increments giving you total control and a perfect dose every time.3 |
| Grounds delivery and cradles | Not published | Not published | Portafilter Cradle–Small 50-54mm. Portafilter Cradle–Large 58mm. Grinds Container with Lid and Sealing Cap.3 |
| Electrical input | Power 100-120VAC 50/60HZ, 70W 0.8A4 | Power 100-120VAC 50/60HZ, 70W 0.8A5 | 120 V~ 60 Hz 165 W7 |
| Appliance dimensions | Dimensions (WxDxH) 13 x 15 x 34 cm4 | Dimensions (WxDxH) 13 x 15 x 34 cm5 | Dimensions (WxDxH) 8.5" x 6.3" x 15.3"3 |
| Cleaning and removable parts | Only clean the grinder housing with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not immerse the grinder, plug or cord in water or any other liquid.1 | Only clean the grinder housing with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not immerse the grinder, plug or cord in water or any other liquid.2 | Do not use alkaline or abrasive cleaning agents, steel wool or scouring pads, as these can damage the surface. NOTE Please do not clean any grinder parts or accessories in the dishwasher.7 |
| Installation and use restrictions | Not published | Not published | Not published |
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| Specification | Our pickBaratza Encore | Baratza Virtuoso+ | Breville BCG820BSSXL |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burr system | 40mm Conical Steel (M3)4 | 40mm Conical Steel (M2)5 | Stainless Steel Conical Burrs.3 |
| Grind adjustment | The grind settings on the Encore go from very coarse (grind setting 40) to very fine (grind setting 1).1 | The grind settings on the Virtuoso+ go from very coarse (grind setting 40) to very fine (grind setting 1).2 | 60 Different Grind Settings6 |
| Grinding and dose controls | The Encore can be operated through two different methods: the On/Off switch and the pulse button.1 | The Virtuoso+ will grind for a predetermined length of time, shown on the display (7) in seconds. To adjust the timer and operate the grinder: 1. Rotate the dial (8) on the display clockwise to increase the grind time in 1.0 second increments, or rotate counterclockwise to decrease the grind time in 0.1 second increments. 2. The maximum grind time is 40.0 seconds, and the minimum is 0.1 seconds. The timer will loop to 40.0 if adjusted below 0.1, and will loop to 1.0 if adjusted above 40.0.2 | Precision Digital Time allows you to adjust and program grind time in 0.2 second increments giving you total control and a perfect dose every time.3 |
| Grounds delivery and cradles | Not published | Not published | Portafilter Cradle–Small 50-54mm. Portafilter Cradle–Large 58mm. Grinds Container with Lid and Sealing Cap.3 |
| Electrical input | Power 100-120VAC 50/60HZ, 70W 0.8A4 | Power 100-120VAC 50/60HZ, 70W 0.8A5 | 120 V~ 60 Hz 165 W7 |
| Appliance dimensions | Dimensions (WxDxH) 13 x 15 x 34 cm4 | Dimensions (WxDxH) 13 x 15 x 34 cm5 | Dimensions (WxDxH) 8.5" x 6.3" x 15.3"3 |
| Cleaning and removable parts | Only clean the grinder housing with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not immerse the grinder, plug or cord in water or any other liquid.1 | Only clean the grinder housing with a dry or slightly damp cloth. Do not immerse the grinder, plug or cord in water or any other liquid.2 | Do not use alkaline or abrasive cleaning agents, steel wool or scouring pads, as these can damage the surface. NOTE Please do not clean any grinder parts or accessories in the dishwasher.7 |
| Installation and use restrictions | Not published | Not published | Not published |