The Baratza Vario W+ is built for coffee drinkers who want precision without guesswork. With weight-based dosing, steel flat burrs, and a wide grind range for espresso and manual brewing, it helps you brew more consistently and waste less coffee every step of the way.
If you want a grinder that improves both cup quality and daily workflow, the Vario W+ is a serious upgrade. It is designed for home brewers who care about accuracy, repeatability, and cleaner brewing habits across multiple brew styles.
Why You Will Love It
- Weight-based dosing - Program your dose by weight with precision up to +/- 0.1.
- 54 mm steel flat burrs - Built for espresso, manual brewing, and a wide range of grind sizes.
- Broad grind range - Designed to grind from 230 microns to 1150 microns.
- Precise grind control - 10 macro settings with 22 micro adjustments per step.
- Better workflow - Three programmable buttons make repeatable grinding faster and easier.
At the center of the Vario W+ are 54 mm steel flat burrs dedicated to grinding for all brew methods, including espresso through manual brew and beyond. These burrs are designed to improve flavor clarity with a broad grind range and a narrow particle distribution with fewer fines.
The front-mounted digital control panel with LED display is easy and intuitive. Three programmable buttons let you preset your preferred dose by weight, and the grinder automatically delivers precise dosing when you press start.
The Vario W+ also offers macro and micro adjustment for easier fine tuning. The macro adjust moves from fine to coarse grinding in 10 repeatable settings, while the micro adjust arm further divides each step into 22 distinct settings so you can dial in more exactly for your brew method.
Features
- Shut-off hopper - 300 g hopper can be removed with beans still inside for easier coffee changeover.
- Low grinds retention - Helps maximize freshness and reduce leftover grounds in the grinder.
- 2 LED lights - Makes it easier to monitor your grounds bin or portafilter during grinding.
- High torque DC motor - Designed for cool, quiet operation with an automatic thermal cutoff switch.
- Optional burr upgrade - 54 mm ceramic flat burrs sold separately.
Specifications
- Speed to Grind: 1.2 g/sec (#2V) - 1.8 g/sec (#10M)
- Burrs: 54 mm steel flat burrs
- Bean Hopper Capacity: 300 g (10.6 oz)
- Grounds Bin Capacity: 120 g (4.2 oz)
- Weight: 4.1 kg (9 lbs)
- Product Dimensions: 13/37/18 cm
- Construction Material: ABS Plastic and Powder Coated Metal
- Available Color: Black and White
- Designed and Engineered: Seattle, WA
- Manufactured and Assembled: Taiwan
- Warranty: 1-Year Manufacturer's Warranty
- Safety Listing: UL/CSA/CE/EK
- Certifications: CB, ETL, cETL
- Power Rating: 100-120VAC 50/60 Hz, 130W, 220-240VAC 50/60 Hz, 130W class I
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the Vario W+ different from a standard timed grinder?
The Vario W+ is built around weight-based dosing, which means it grinds to a target weight instead of relying only on time.
What burrs does the Vario W+ use?
It comes with 54 mm steel flat burrs designed for espresso, manual brewing, and other brew methods.
Is the Vario W+ only for espresso?
No. It is designed for all brew methods, including espresso through manual brew and beyond.
How much grind adjustment control does the Vario W+ offer?
The grinder uses 10 macro settings and a micro adjust arm that divides each macro step into 22 more settings for fine tuning.
Is it easy to switch between coffees?
Yes. The 300 g shut-off hopper can be removed while beans are still inside, which makes changing coffees easier.
Are there optional accessories or burr upgrades available?
Yes. 54 mm ceramic flat burrs are available separately as an optional accessory.