Compare Grinders


	Varia	Eureka
MSRP
MSRP	$299	$499
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	On/Off Button
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Single Dose
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	< .5 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	1650 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	Black Aluminum
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Magentic Catch Cup	Aluminum Dosing Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Varia VS3 grinder is priced at $299 and is geared towards beginners, while the Eureka Mignon Zero is priced at $499, catering to intermediate users. Both grinders fall under the semi-automatic category, serving as accessible options for users looking to craft espresso at home. The different price points reflect their target skill levels and potentially their performance capabilities.

Brewing Comparison

In terms of grinding information, the Varia VS3 uses a conical burr with a 38mm diameter and features a stepless adjustment mechanism for precise grind size control. On the other hand, the Eureka Mignon Zero employs a flat burr with a larger diameter of 55mm, also offering stepless adjustment. Both grinders come equipped with a single-dose hopper, promoting freshness in the grinding process, while the Varia has a manual on/off dosing method, and the Eureka utilizes a button for dosing. The lower retention rate of the Varia at < .2 g compared to the Eureka’s < .5 g suggests that the Varia may have less leftover coffee grounds after grinding.

Features Comparison

Key features reveal some differences between the two grinders. The Varia VS3 does have swappable burrs, allowing users to customize their grinding experience, while the Eureka Mignon Zero lacks this feature. Both grinders cover a wide grind range suitable for various brewing methods, from pour-over to espresso. However, the Varia does not offer adjustable RPM settings, while the Eureka has a considerably higher RPM of 1650, which may lead to faster grinding speeds.

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