Compare Grinders


	Turin	Varia
MSRP
MSRP	$199	$299
Skill Level
Skill Level	Beginner	Beginner
Type
Type	Electric	Electric
Activation
Activation	On/Off Button	Press Button
Grind Method
Grind Method	Conical Burr	Conical Burr
Burr Diameter
Burr Diameter	40 mm	38 mm
Adjustment
Adjustment	Stepless	Stepless
Adjustment Scale
Adjustment Scale	1 micron	1 micron
Dosing Method
Dosing Method	On/Off Toggle	Manual On/Off
Dosing Type
Dosing Type	Single Dose	Single Dose
Retention
Retention	< .2 g	< .2 g
Grind Range
Grind Range	Espresso	Full - Pour Over to Espresso
Time to Grind (18g)
Time to Grind (18g)	24	20
Motor RPM
Motor RPM	400 rpm	190 rpm
Swappable Burrset
Swappable Burrset	No	Yes
Adjustable RPM
Adjustable RPM	No	No
Weight
Weight	2.6 kg	3.2 kg
Material
Material	Aluminum	Painted Steel
Dosing Cup
Dosing Cup	Aluminum Dosing Cup	Magentic Catch Cup

EspressoBot Comparison

Machine Overview

The Varia VS3 is priced at $299 and is designed for beginners, encouraging entry-level users to explore the world of espresso grinding. In contrast, the Turin SK40 is more affordable at $199 and also targets beginners in the espresso-making journey. Both grinders function semi-automatically, making them user-friendly for novice baristas.

Brewing Comparison

Both grinders utilize conical burrs for grinding, with the Varia VS3 featuring a 38mm stainless steel burr and the Turin SK40 utilizing a slightly larger 40mm steel burr. They both offer a stepless adjustment mechanism, allowing for precise control over grind size, with an adjustment scale of 1 micron. Each grinder employs a single dose hopper type, but the Varia uses a manual on/off method for dosing, while the Turin operates with an on/off toggle switch.

Features Comparison

In terms of key features, the Varia VS3's design includes swappable burrs for potential upgrades, whereas the Turin SK40 does not support burr swapping. The grind range for the Varia is comprehensive, stretching from pour-over to espresso, while the Turin specializes specifically in espresso. Notably, the Varia operates at a speed of 20 seconds to grind 18g of coffee, while the Turin is faster at 24 seconds, highlighting a performance difference in grind speed between the two models.

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