Our take
Baratza's Preciso 685 combines a 40 mm conical burr set with a macro/micro adjustment system: 40 macro positions, each subdivided into 11 micro steps. Its adjustable timer stops after the selected interval, while a separate pulse button stops on release; the included PortaHolder supports hands-free portafilter grinding. Baratza specifies an 8 oz bean hopper and a 5 oz grounds bin, and its manual shows the ring burr can be lifted out for cleaning. The timer does not weigh coffee, and weight dosing appears only as an optional Esatto accessory in the product sheet. The sheet's North American and other-region voltage values do not identify historical ASIN `B003JFCRN6`'s actual unit, so check the rating plate. Maker espresso-use guidance is not a test result. This is a document-based review, not firsthand testing or a current-offer claim.
Home espresso users who value fine adjustment and portafilter workflow; unsuitable for a weight-dose requirement..
A buyer who requires onboard gram dosing without a separately documented Esatto accessory, exact electrical compatibility without checking the item plate, or independent espresso-performance measurements.
Pros & cons
What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.
What works in its favor
- The 40 mm conical burr profile uses 40 macro positions with 11 micro subdivisions per position.
- The documented workflow combines an adjustable timer, press-and-hold pulse operation and an included PortaHolder.
- The manual describes a removable ring burr; the branded sheet separately lists an 8 oz bean hopper and 5 oz grounds bin.
What to weigh up
- The timer and pulse control are not weight dosing; the Esatto weight accessory is separate.
- The sheet lists regional electrical variants, but the historical row's unit and rating plate are not identified.
- Burr material, numeric duty, dose repeatability, measured espresso performance, retention and noise remain unknown.
- No exact current Amazon offer is verified.
The key details
| Model covered | Preciso 685 |
|---|---|
| Grind and dose controls | 40 macro positions × 11 micro steps |
| Capacity and use | 8 oz bean hopper; 40 mm conical burrs |
| Fit and limitations | 60-second timer, pulse and PortaHolder |
Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 2, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.
What the features mean for you
Suitable use
A home espresso or multi-method model comparison for someone who values fine macro/micro adjustment and a portafilter-receiving workflow, accepts timed or manual pulse operation, and confirms the actual unit's rating plate. The branded sheet lists an 8 oz bean hopper and a separate 5 oz grounds bin, rather than a single combined capacity.
Limits and unresolved facts
The Preciso alone is not documented as weight-dosed; Baratza lists Esatto as a separate accessory. The maker's regional voltage table does not identify this historical unit. Its espresso and grind-range statements are maker guidance/specifications, not independent tests. Do not infer material, dose repeatability, workload or current offer.
Questionnaire reasoning
Exact Preciso identity is the hard gate. A 40-by-11 adjustment preference and portafilter holder are soft matches; timer/pulse can become hard only when that workflow is required. A gram-target need is a hard mismatch for the Preciso alone. Match electrical supply only against the physical unit label, and keep bean-hopper load distinct from grounds-bin capacity.
Adjustment and dosing
The 685 sheet describes 40 macro positions with 11 micro subdivisions at each position, an adjustable timer, a separate press-and-hold pulse control, and an included PortaHolder. The sheet lists an 8 oz bean hopper; the manual describes a separate 5 oz grounds bin. Timer and pulse are run-time controls, and the optional Esatto weight accessory is a separate product rather than an onboard scale in this profile.
Exact unit checks
The legacy archive and Baratza-branded product sheet support a Preciso 685 model family, but do not resolve the saved historical ASIN to a specific current unit, regional voltage or bundle. Confirm the exact model name, the rating plate, the hopper and PortaHolder included, and any separate accessories. Maker espresso guidance is not a performance measurement. Use the search link for discovery only and do not infer a present offer from the old row.
What else to compare
Before you buy
What burrs does the Preciso use?
Baratza identifies 40 mm conical burrs.
How fine is the adjustment?
The maker describes 40 macro positions, each with 11 micro steps.
Does the timer measure dose weight?
No. It controls grind duration; the separate pulse button runs while held.
Can it grind into a portafilter?
The listed PortaHolder supports hands-free portafilter grinding.
What do the capacities mean?
The branded sheet lists an 8 oz bean hopper and a separate 5 oz grounds bin.
Is a scale built in?
Weight-based grinding is described for the separate Esatto accessory, not the Preciso alone.
What voltage is row 260?
The sheet lists regional model ratings, but the historical unit's rating plate is not verified.
Is the historical ASIN a current offer?
No current exact offer is established; use the labeled model-search link only as a search link.
Where can I check the current price?
Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.
Sources & review basis
We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.
- Baratza legacy documentation archive ↗ — checked October 2, 2026.
- Baratza legacy documentation archive ↗ — checked October 2, 2026.
The decision
Baratza's Preciso 685 combines a 40 mm conical burr set with a macro/micro adjustment system: 40 macro positions, each subdivided into 11 micro steps. Its adjustable timer stops after the selected interval, while a separate pulse button stops on release; the included PortaHolder supports hands-free portafilter grinding. Baratza specifies an 8 oz bean hopper and a 5 oz grounds bin, and its manual shows the ring burr can be lifted out for cleaning. The timer does not weigh coffee, and weight dosing appears only as an optional Esatto accessory in the product sheet. The sheet's North American and other-region voltage values do not identify historical ASIN `B003JFCRN6`'s actual unit, so check the rating plate. Maker espresso-use guidance is not a test result. This is a document-based review, not firsthand testing or a current-offer claim.
Is it the right fit?
Check the exact model and today’s offers on Amazon.