Fellow Ode Gen 2 vs Baratza Encore
For pour-over households, the Baratza Encore has been the default $170 pick for a decade; the Fellow Ode Gen 2 at $345 makes the case for 64mm flat burrs and single-dose design as a serious upgrade. Worth double the price for filter-only use?
Quick verdict
Fellow Ode Gen 2
Best for: pour over, drip coffee, french press
Baratza Encore
Best for: pour over, drip coffee, french press
Key differences
Specs where the two products diverge. Full spec list is below.
| Spec | Fellow Ode Gen 2 | Baratza Encore |
|---|---|---|
| Price (USD) | $345 | $169 |
| Motor Watts | 130 | 100 |
| Burr Size Mm | 64 | 40 |
| Burr Type | Flat steel | Conical steel |
| Brand | Fellow | Baratza |
| Hopper G | 0 | 227 |
| Retention G | 0.1 | — |
| Single Dose | Yes | — |
| Step Count | 31 | 40 |
Show full specs (3 shared specs)
| Spec | Fellow Ode Gen 2 | Baratza Encore |
|---|---|---|
| Price tier | mid | mid |
| Primary Use | filter | filter |
| Stepless | No | No |
Fellow Ode Gen 2
Pros
- 64mm flat burrs — large for a sub-$400 grinder
- Single-dose design with auto-stop and front-loading chute
- Industrial design that fits modern kitchens
- Gen 2 burr geometry meaningfully improves over the original
Cons
- Filter-only — cannot dial fine enough for espresso
- Stepped adjustment (31 settings) rather than stepless
- Plastic catch cup loses static control versus metal alternatives
Baratza Encore
Pros
- Reference standard for entry-level filter coffee grinding
- Excellent parts availability and service network in the US
- Replaceable burrs at low cost extend lifespan to a decade-plus
- Quiet enough for morning use without waking the house
Cons
- Not designed for espresso — too coarse and inconsistent at fine settings
- Stepped adjustment (no stepless dial)
- Plastic body shows wear over years of daily use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Fellow Ode Gen 2 better than the Baratza Encore?
Neither is universally better — they target different users. The Fellow Ode Gen 2 is best for pour over and drip coffee. The Baratza Encore is best for pour over and drip coffee.
What's the price difference?
The Fellow Ode Gen 2 retails around $345; the Baratza Encore around $169. Price difference: $176.
Which one is better for milk drinks?
Look at the steam-related features in the spec table. Tags help too — products with 'milk-drinks' or 'dual-boiler' tags handle milk better. Fellow Ode Gen 2 tags: filter-coffee, single-dose, flat-burr, design-forward. Baratza Encore tags: filter-coffee, pour-over, beginner-friendly, best-seller.