Compare: Breville Dose Control Pro, Baratza Encore and Capresso Infinity

[@danjv]

We've got the Baratza Encore and couldn't be happier with it. When we needed a new ring burr they shipped me a new one at no cost. They've got a customer for life.

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi Dan, Thanks for the comment. The Encore is a value favorite of mine for brew methods other than espresso. Baratza is a great company with excellent customer service and a wonderful fixed rate repair program. More info on that here: baratza.com/grinder-repair-program/ Marc

[@dmb3428]

I bought the capresso infinity about a year ago, I debated the encore and kinda kicked myself for not buying it...the capresso is working great for pour overs , after hearing how loud the encore is I think I made the right decision....I would probably just go straight to the newest breville if I choose to upgrade

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi d, thanks a whole latte for sharing your thoughts!

[@rancid216]

I have the Capresso Infinity. I only grind for coffee through my Keurig, and it works just fine for that.

[@JayJay-jx3zg]

The Capresso was definitely the quietest, but which one is the easiest to clean?

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi JS, They are all fairly easy and similar with twist out top burr. If any were to get the edge I'd say the Breville as it has a rigid wire hoop to help twist and lift the burr out.

[@MacClellandMan]

It would be helpful to see how consistent each grinder ground the beans.

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi MCM, Thanks for the comment! Some day I hope we can invest in a particle analyzer so we can share something beyond subjective opinions of grind consistency. Marc

[@sharonpelfrey811]

I just opened the box to my Capresso Infinity Burr Grinder. I cannot get the bean container onto the base even though I have lined up the dots. Please help.

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi SP, Hopefully you got it together. Sometimes the top burr assembly is not in the proper position which could prevent the bean hopper from mounting properly.

[@GenZyannd]

If you want the Baratza Encore, and you need the exact amount of ground, does it make sense to leave the hopper empty, and measure the exact amount of beans and then grind?

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi GZ, Thanks for the question. You can do that! The Baratza Encore, Virtuoso, Vario and Forte grinders are fairly low retention - typically ~1g.

[@thehairlesspersian3273]

HELP! I’m torn between the breville, capresso infinity plus and the Ariete conical burr as well. I switch between using a French press and moka pot mostly, but also love Turkish coffee and have a hand grinder for that, but if any of those can do that too and make my life easier, then that’d be a nice bonus. Thanks again!

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi p, Thanks for the question. IMO you should have a look at the Baratza Virtuoso+: www.wholelattelove.com/products/baratza-virtuoso-coffee-grinder It's a far superior grinder to the others and has the widest grind size range of those mentioned running 200 - 1400 microns. That's also the widest grind size range of any Baratza grinder. Has the best shot of any for doing your Turkish Marc

[@kenroman777]

@@Wholelattelovepage my capresso infinity will easily make turkisk coffee but not ever french roast..Grind size slants towards finer..

[@Mulerider4Life]

I feel like the Encore will last you a lifetime with the wonderful parts department from Baratza.

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi M, Thanks for the comment! Baratza has excellent support for their products including a flat rate repair program. More info here: www.baratza.com/grinder-repair-program/ Flat rate repair for the Encore is $45 for any work except burr replacement.

[@spencerwoodhouse7255]

Can any of these be used to grind macadamia nuts? They're larger than a coffee bean so I'm not readily sure.

[@tfranc347]

That is way cool that you can just grind right into drip or pour over baskets. The fewer steps to do in the morning the better lol

[@TrekCompsport]

The Encore doesn't have enough features for my needs I think I'll go with the Breville

[@mfmayes]

I heard the capresso doesn't last long due to it using plastic gears

[@Wholelattelovepage]

HI MM, In my experience it's fairly robust compared to grinders in similar price range. Do understand it is a lower cost option as far as grinders go.

[@mfmayes]

thank you, I went with the cuisinart because I heard Capresso complaints about lousy support and Grears and knob breaking

[@jorgepvenegas]

We have that one at my office and we use it everyday. Works awesome.

[@sergiu8685]

Can the encore, capresso be "hacked" like other cheaper grinders to produce a finer grind, suitable for espresso?

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi SB, Maybe? I wouldn't... It's a PITA to use for espresso.

[@phoebesu4247]

can the capresso infinity work with the breville duo temp espresso machine? how fine should i grind the coffee?

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi PS, Thanks for the question. It can. You'll likely get the best results using the dual wall (pressurized) filter baskets. They are forgiving of small errors in grind size. You want to grind fine like a little finer than granulated sugar. Marc

[@keithvanbrunt6721]

Is there a grinder speed spec for each of the grinders

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi Keith, the Baratza Encore is 450rpm, Capresso Infinity 420rpm. Breville rpm spec not published but is similar.

[@keithvanbrunt6721]

+Whole Latte Love thx

[@aymenbattikh1111]

Hi guys - I have a Nespresso Inissa and I want to use fresh coffee beans with reusable capsules instead of the Nespresso ones. What's your take on using the Capresso Infinity to grind the beans for the capsules? Love your reviews! Thanks!

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi Aymen, thanks for the question. The Infinity can grind for espresso but not the best choice.

[@aymenbattikh1111]

+Whole Latte Love Thank you Marc & Morgan for the reply. I know that there are way better grinders out there, but I'm the only coffee drinker in the house and use 2 to 3 capsules a day tops. So I can't justify the cost of a higher end grinder. Which one would you likely recommend for daily use and for a good price? Would a ceramic burr grinder (manual) suffice? Please advise. Thanks!

[@changjunzhang]

The encore's cup has an anti-static coating, which helps to avoid the coffee from jumping out. Not sure if that is the reason it is not transparent.

[@bangzoom8180]

Mark- nice demo. You look a bit like a younger Howard Kaylan.

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi BZ, Thanks for the comment! Love the Turtles. First time I've heard that. Maybe I should grow the beard again.

[@andkar72]

​@@Wholelattelovepage I like the Flo (Mark Volman) and Eddie (Howard Kaylan) with Frank Zappa!

[@rorilee9791]

Good god, I hope you do radio or something with that voice! WOW.

[@nolbet]

El favorito es Breville?

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Of these grinders - yes the Breville!

[@kfstreich4787]

Looks like the brevill has been discontinued

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi K, Check out the Breville Dose Control Pro models: www.wholelattelove.com/grinders/coffee-grinders?product_brand=26

[@kmariew2416]

3x yes WOW

[@branemarkmoriarty]

Encore is great, breville is garbage

[@Wholelattelovepage]

Hi b, Thanks for sharing your opinion!