Baratza Sette 270Wi vs Mazzer Philos
As of July 22, 2026, the Baratza Sette 270Wi ($600) is about $895 cheaper than the Mazzer Philos ($1495).
If you're newer to espresso or watching the budget, the Baratza Sette 270Wi is the easier place to start — it sits in the mid tier and costs less. The Mazzer Philos is a high-tier grinder that rewards you if you plan to grow into it. The Baratza Sette 270Wi runs conical burrs and the Mazzer Philos runs conical burrs single-dose, which changes the grind character and flavour clarity in the cup. At today's prices the Baratza Sette 270Wi saves you about $895 (149.2%), a meaningful gap worth weighing against the features above. The Baratza Sette 270Wi is currently at its lowest tracked price ($600), so timing is on your side there.
Price history
Key differences
- Tier: Baratza Sette 270Wi — mid; Mazzer Philos — high
- Burr type: Baratza Sette 270Wi — electric conical burr (gravimetric); Mazzer Philos — electric conical single-dose
- MSRP: Baratza Sette 270Wi — $540; Mazzer Philos — $2000
- Current price: Baratza Sette 270Wi — $600; Mazzer Philos — $1495 (149.2% gap)
| Baratza Sette 270Wi | Mazzer Philos | |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest now | $599.95 | $1495.00 |
| Cheapest at | clivecoffee | clivecoffee |
| MSRP | $540 | $2000 |
| Savings | — | save $505 vs MSRP |
| Tier | mid | high |
| Type | electric conical burr (gravimetric) | electric conical single-dose |
| Retailers tracked | 4 | 2 |
| Price spread | 0% (MAP-tight / near-zero dispersion) | 0% (MAP-tight / near-zero dispersion) |
Which is cheaper, the Baratza Sette 270Wi or the Mazzer Philos?
The Baratza Sette 270Wi is cheaper at $600, about $895 less than the Mazzer Philos at $1495 (as of July 22, 2026).
How big is the price difference between the Baratza Sette 270Wi and Mazzer Philos?
About $895 (149.2%) at today's prices — the Baratza Sette 270Wi is $600 and the Mazzer Philos is $1495.
Is the Baratza Sette 270Wi or Mazzer Philos better for a beginner?
The Baratza Sette 270Wi is the friendlier first grinder — it sits in the mid tier and costs less, while the Mazzer Philos is a high-tier pick better suited once you know what you want.
What burr type do the Baratza Sette 270Wi and Mazzer Philos use?
The Baratza Sette 270Wi uses conical burrs and the Mazzer Philos uses conical burrs single-dose (electric conical burr (gravimetric) vs electric conical single-dose) — different burr geometry that shapes flavour clarity and grind consistency.
Prices last updated July 22, 2026. The cheaper pick is highlighted; “complete setup” adds a recommended grinder + essentials (see each product’s setup builder). Confirm the final price at the retailer.