Compare Grinders


	Varia	Timemore
MSRP
MSRP	$299	$499
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Intermediate
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	Press Button	Side Press 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	< 0.1 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	20	14
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	190 rpm	1000 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	Yes	No
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	Yes
Weight
Weight	3.2 kg	4.1 kg
Material
Material	Painted Steel	Powder Coated Aluminum,
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magentic Catch Cup	Magnetic Aluminum Catch Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Timemore Sculptor 064S is priced at $499 and is designed for intermediate users, while the Varia VS3 is more accessible at $299, catering to beginner users. Both grinders fall into the semi-automatic category, which offers a blend of user control and automated features. As a result, the Timemore targets a more experienced audience, enabling detailed adjustments and control over the grinding process.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the Timemore Sculptor 064S features a 64mm flat burr made of steel with a stepless adjustment mechanism, allowing for precise changes in grind size, and offers a full grind range from espresso to pour-over. In contrast, the Varia VS3 employs a 38mm conical burr, also with a stepless adjustment, and is designed with a single-dose hopper. Both grinders have a similar retention level, with Timemore being slightly lower at less than 0.1g, which helps maintain grind consistency, and both utilize a magnetic catch cup for easy collection.

Features Comparison

Regarding key features, the Timemore Sculptor 064S supports adjustable RPM ranging from 800 to 1200, which enables versatility in grind speed, while the Varia VS3 has a fixed RPM of 190. Both grinders cover the grind range suitable for various brewing methods, from espresso to pour-over. The Varia VS3 has the benefit of swappable burrs, allowing users to potentially change the grinding profile, while Timemore does not offer this feature.

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