Compare Grinders


	Varia	Lucca
MSRP
MSRP	$299	$580
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Press Button	Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Flat Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	38 mm	64 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Manual On/Off	On/Off Button
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Single Dose
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	< .2 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	20	12
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	190 rpm	800 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	3.2 kg	6.8 kg
Material
Material	Painted Steel	Aluminum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magentic Catch Cup	Metal Dosing Cup, Metal Dosing Funnel

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Lucca DF64 is priced at $580 and is classified as an intermediate-level grinder, while the Varia VS3 is more budget-friendly at $299 and designed for beginners. Both grinders fall under the semi-automatic category and serve the same product purpose in coffee preparation. The difference in skill level indicates that the DF64 may require more hands-on experience to utilize effectively compared to the more user-friendly VS3. The pricing difference highlights a potential market for both entry-level users and more experienced home baristas.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding technology, the Lucca DF64 utilizes a 64mm flat burr and offers stepless adjustment, which allows for finer tuning of grind size down to 1 micron. Its dosing mechanism operates via an On/Off button with a 45-second auto-off feature, promoting ease of use with a single-dose hopper type. On the other hand, the Varia VS3 features a smaller 38mm conical burr with a similar stepless adjustment, but requires manual activation. Both grinders also have a single-dose hopper and showcase minimal retention, contributing to the quality of coffee produced.

Features Comparison

When examining key features, the Lucca DF64 has a grind range from pour-over to espresso and eschews adjustable RPM, while the Varia VS3 similarly covers a full range from pour-over to espresso but also lacks adjustable RPM. Importantly, both grinders allow for swappable burrs, indicating the potential for customization in grind quality. These features help cater to different brewing methods, ensuring that users can modify their grinders based on their preferences and needs.

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