Compare Grinders


	Varia	Eureka
MSRP
MSRP	$299	$649
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Press Button	Touch Screen
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	38 mm	55 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Manual On/Off	Timed
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	10
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	190 rpm	1350 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	3.2 kg	5.6 kg
Material
Material	Painted Steel	Aluminium
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magentic Catch Cup	No Information

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Grinder 1, the Eureka Mignon Specialita, is priced at $649 and is aimed at intermediate users, making it a more premium option. In contrast, Grinder 2, the Varia VS3, is available for $299 and targets beginner users, positioning it as a more accessible choice for those new to home espresso making. The different price points reflect the varying levels of expertise required for each grinder, with the Mignon Specialita requiring a bit more knowledge and skills to operate effectively.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the Eureka Mignon Specialita utilizes a 55mm flat burr made of hardened steel and offers stepless adjustment, allowing precise control over grind size, specifically optimized for espresso. It features a hopper type that supports timed dosing, which is helpful for consistency in espresso preparation. Meanwhile, the Varia VS3 comes with a 38mm conical burr made from stainless steel, using a single-dose hopper with manual on/off dosing. The stepless adjustment of both grinders enables precise grinding, but the Varia's manual method may require a bit more attention from the user.

Features Comparison

When it comes to key features, the Eureka Mignon Specialita has a grind range strictly for espresso, retains low retention at under 0.1g, and does not support swappable burrs. On the other hand, the Varia VS3 is versatile with a grind range that encompasses both pour-over and espresso, it allows for burr swapping, and has a retention rate of less than 0.2g which is slightly higher than its competitor. Notably, neither grinder features adjustable RPMs, with the Mignon operating at 1350 RPM while the Varia runs at 190 RPM, but their respective designs cater to differing grinding preferences.

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