Baratza Sette 270 Burr Grinder

The Baratza Sette 270 is a high-performance grinder designed specifically for espresso enthusiasts but versatile enough for various brew methods. With its innovative design, ease of use, and precise grind settings, it's an excellent choice for anyone looking to elevate their home coffee experience.

Key Features:

• 40mm Conical Steel Burrs (M3): The Sette 270's burrs are made from high-quality steel, providing consistent grind sizes for espresso and other brewing methods. The burrs are mounted using threads for easy removal and maintenance.

• Three Programmable Timers: You can program three distinct grind settings with timers adjustable to 0.01 seconds for precision dosing. This feature is ideal for achieving consistent espresso shots.

• Multipurpose Grinder: Though designed with espresso in mind, the Sette 270 can grind for a variety of brew methods, including Aeropress, drip coffee, and French press.

• Low Retention Design: The Sette series features a unique design that minimizes coffee retention in the grinder, meaning less wasted coffee and more consistent dosing between shots.

• Easy to Repair and Maintain: True to Baratza's mission of providing easy-to-maintain grinders, the Sette 270 is built with accessible, affordable parts and comes with a comprehensive troubleshooting guide for easy repairs.

• Fast Grinding: The Sette 270 can grind at a rate of 2.9g/sec on setting 8E (espresso setting) and 4.0g/sec on setting 28 (coarser settings).

• Compact Design: Its small footprint makes it ideal for home use, fitting easily on any kitchen counter without taking up much space.

Technical Specifications:

• Dimensions: 13 x 25 x 41 cm
• Power: 100-120VAC 50/60Hz, 200W 2.6A
• Speed to Grind: 2.9g/sec (Setting 8E) - 4.0g/sec (Setting 28)
• No Load Burr Speed: 650 RPM
• Bean Hopper Capacity: 300g (10.6oz)
• Grounds Bin Capacity: 120g (4.2oz)
• Dosing Feature: Timer with 0.1 second resolution
• Designed & Engineered: Seattle, WA, USA
• Manufactured & Assembled: Taiwan
• Safety Listing: UL/CSA/CE/EK
• Warranty: 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty

Our Assessment:

• Ease of Use: Moderate
• Size: Small and compact, perfect for home use
• Best Used For: Espresso
• Also Suitable For: All other brew methods, from fine to coarse grinds
• Serviceability: Excellent, easy to maintain and repair

The Baratza Sette 270 is a fantastic grinder for espresso lovers seeking precision and consistency, all in a user-friendly and compact design. It's also versatile enough for other brewing methods, making it a great all-around grinder.