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	Varia	Eureka
MSRP
MSRP	$299	$799
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	55 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	Manual On/Off	Grind by Weight
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Hopper
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	1 - 1.5 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Full - Pour Over to Espresso	Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	20	11
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	6.5 kg
Material
Material	Painted Steel	Black Aluminum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magentic Catch Cup	No Information

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

Grinder 1, the Varia VS3, is positioned at an MSRP of $299 and is suitable for beginners. In contrast, Grinder 2, the Eureka Mignon Libra, has a higher price point at $799, catering to intermediate users. Both grinders fall under the semi-automatic category, offering different experiences based on the user's skill level.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the Varia VS3 utilizes a conical burr with a diameter of 38 mm, allowing for a full grind range from pour-over to espresso. It functions with a stepless adjustment scale that can fine-tune the grind size by 1 micron. The hopper type is a single dose, using a manual on/off dosing method, which is ideal for precision but requires manual operation. On the other hand, the Eureka Mignon Libra employs a flat burr system, 55 mm in diameter, with a stepless adjustment scale and a dedicated hopper for weight-based dosing, providing a consistent and automatic way to grind.

Features Comparison

When examining key features, the Varia VS3 has swappable burrs, ensuring versatility to replace worn or different burr types easily. It operates within a wide grind range suitable for various brewing methods, from pour-over to espresso. Conversely, the Eureka Mignon Libra lacks swappable burrs but boasts a tighter grind range exclusively optimized for espresso preparation. Additionally, neither grinder features adjustable RPM capabilities, although they are effective with their respective RPM settings of 190 and 1350 for grinding.

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