Fellow Gen 2 Ode
Score: 82/100
Baratza Encore ESP
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Baratza Encore ESP combines 40 mm conical burrs with micro-step adjustment and a low-speed 550 RPM motor, delivering precise, low-heat grinding for espresso and filter coffee. Its manual operation and higher price point may be drawbacks for some users. Perfect for home espresso enthusiasts seeking professional-grade performance.
The Fellow Ode Gen 2 Brew Grinder is a compact, quiet burr grinder with 31 precise settings and anti-static technology. Its trade-offs include a small hopper and lack of espresso capability. Best suited for home brew enthusiasts who value low noise and consistency.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
31 | 40best | |
140 W | 150 Wbest | |
100 g | 230 gbest | |
1,400 RPMbest | 550 RPM | |
— | 1 yearsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 4.6 kg | 2.52 kgbest |
120 Vbest | 120 Vbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(2) | ||
Motor Power (W) | 140 W | 150 W |
Motor Speed (RPM) | 1400 RPM | 550 RPM |
Warranty & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Period (years) | 1-2 years | 1 years |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Burr Type | Flat | conical |
Weight (kg) | 4.6 kg | 2.52 kg |
Overall Dimensions (H×W×D) (cm) | 24.8×10.5×23.9 cm cm | 33.5 x 14.5 x 14.5 cm cm |
Power & Electrical(1) | ||
Power Source | Electric | mains |
Features(2) | ||
Number of Grind Settings | 31 | 40 |
Bean Hopper Capacity (g) | 100 g | 230 g |
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Professional reviewers commend the Ode Gen 2 for its quiet, high-precision grinding and thoughtful design focused on brewed coffee methods. The larger 64 mm burrs, anti-static system and PID-controlled motor are repeatedly highlighted as engineering wins, while the lack of espresso capability and the stepped adjustment are cited as intentional trade-offs for a brew-only tool.
Everyday users appreciate the grinder's quiet operation, compact size and the clean, static-free grounds it produces, often describing it as "compact but meaty." Complaints commonly revolve around the limited 100 g hopper, the inability to grind espresso, and the need for frequent refills during larger brewing sessions.
Professional reviewers praise the Encore ESP for its precision-focused design, emphasizing the micro-step adjustment and low-speed burr operation that together deliver consistent espresso quality while also accommodating filter-brew methods through a macro-step range.
“compact but meaty”
