| Basic Barista Baratza Encore Coffee Grinder | Comandante Comandante C40 Mk4 Hand Grinder | |
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| Brand | Basic Barista | Comandante |
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| Description | Looking for the best electric coffee grinder on a budget? The Baratza Encore is the ultimate entry level grinder, trusted by home brewers and baristas alike. Designed for precision grinding, it features 40 grind settings and durable 40mm conical burrs to deliver consistent results for a range of brew methods. Ideal for anyone getting started with quality home brewing, the Baratza Encore is a top pick for those looking for an affordable yet high-performance electric grinder. Elevate your home coffee setup with this barista gear essential, available now at Basic Barista. Why Choose the Baratza Encore? Precision Grinding β 40mm conical burrs provide uniform grind size, essential for balanced coffee. Versatile Brew Methods β Perfect for pour-over, French press, AeroPress, and more (not suitable for espresso). User-Friendly Controls β Side-mounted on/off switch for hands-free grinding and a pulse button for quick doses. Durable & Quiet β Gear Box 2.0 technology enhances longevity and reduces noise. Reliable Barista Gear β Built to last, making it a must-have piece of coffee gear for home baristas. Baratza Encore Grinder Specs: Grinding Speed : 0.8 β 1.1 g/sec Hopper Capacity : 230g beans Grounds Bin Capacity : 140g Burr Set: 40mm conical burrs Weight : 3.1 kg Power : AU plug Dimensions : 12 x 35 x 6 cm Warranty : 12 months Included 1x Baratza Encore Coffee Grinder | The Comandante Grinder is one of the most well known and trusted coffee hand grinders on the market, handmade and assembled in Germany their team pay attention to every detail from the burr geometry to applying the wooden veneer and checking the grinders alignment. Whatβs new with the MK4: The Mk4 grinder is Comandanteβs latest release following itβs predecessor the MK3 grinder, while 90% of the grinder remains the same and unchanged hereβs whatβs been updated: New Polymer Jar Made from a high quality BPA-Free Clear Polymer , these jars are incredibly durable and lightweight. These are the same dimensions of the MK3 and can still hold approximately 40 grams of roasted coffee. (Please note that the dimensions are the same and can be switched out with older MK3 jars) Lighter Weight Overall the new MK4 Comandante Grinders are around 600 grams and have had its weight reduced due to the Polymer Jars and the new designed internal structure. Wood sourcing & New Colours Comandante now source their wood sustainably for all their wooden outer body MK4 coffee grinders. as well as their sustainable sourcing they also have multiple colour ways available that are more affordable than the wooden veneer options. MK4 New Internal structure The MK4 has a new internal structure designed to prevent wastage and stop coffee beans from getting stuck in the axle slot (a common issue with the Comandante MK3 Grinders). The top part of the internal structure can easily be removed when disassembling and allows users to easily access the entire coffee grinder when cleaning. Comandante C40 MK4 Features: Comandante Burrs The 39mm burrs are made from High-Alloyed, High-Nitrogen Stainless Steel (Insanely tough and designed to last). Reel Wood Body & Knob The Natural Oak wooden handle complimenβ¦ |
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