Have a baratza encore right now but fear it won't cut it for espresso. What suggestions do you have for a good espresso grinder (manual or electric) that won't break the bank?

Manual can get you there for under 200: https://prima-coffee.com/equipment/orphan-espresso/lido-e-t I have a Commandante and while its great for my needs(i.e. small and not espresso, you need a mod for it to be good for that) i sometimes wish i'd gone with the Lido because of that huge burr that just chews through beans so fast. If you're willing to spend more I've heard the Kinu is extremely well regarded for espresso(and also has the same size burr): https://prima-coffee.com/equipment/kinu/m47-simplicity-kinu-sp (check for open box models to take a few bucks off).