Compare Grinders


	Varia	Baratza
MSRP
MSRP	$299	$399
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Press Button	Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	38 mm	40 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepped & Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Manual On/Off	Time
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	< .1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	20	15
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	190 rpm	1100 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	3.2 kg	4.1 kg
Material
Material	Painted Steel	Stianless Steel
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magentic Catch Cup	No Information

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Baratza Sette 270 is priced at $399 and is suited for intermediate users. In contrast, the Varia VS3 is more affordable at $299, targeting beginner users. Both grinders fall under the semi-automatic category, catering to different skill levels in coffee preparation. The price difference reflects their targeted audience and potentially their feature sets.

Brewing Comparison

For grinding information, the Baratza Sette 270 employs a conical burr with a 40mm diameter, using both stepped and stepless adjustments. It features a hopper type that is traditional with both time-based and manual dosing methods, retaining less than 0.1 grams of coffee. The Varia VS3 also utilizes a conical burr but has a slightly smaller 38mm diameter. It offers a stepless adjustment with a single-dose hopper, focusing on fine-tuning grind size down to 1 micron, and has a higher retention at less than 0.2 grams, with a manual on/off dosing method.

Features Comparison

In terms of key features, the Baratza Sette 270 does not provide adjustable RPM but excels in its grind range, specifically designed for espresso. It also allows for swappable burrs, enhancing the versatility of the grinder. Conversely, the Varia VS3 operates at a fixed RPM of 190 and has a broader grind range suitable for both espresso and pour-over. Like the Sette 270, it offers swappable burrs, allowing users to customize their grinding experience.

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