Varia VS3 Single Dose Grinder Gen 2 White

The Varia VS3 Gen 2 in White is a compact single-dose grinder for light, modern coffee setups. It is aimed at users who weigh out beans by portion and want to switch between espresso and filter coffee without having to set up two separate grinders. The white housing looks particularly light alongside ceramic, natural wood, and light-colored espresso machines. At the same time, the VS3 remains technically focused on precise, reproducible grinding.

The conical burr set measures 48 millimeters externally and 38 millimeters internally and operates at approximately 170 revolutions per minute under load. The 100-watt DC motor is designed for portion-based home-barista use. The grind size can be adjusted continuously, allowing it to be fine-tuned for espresso or coarser filter recipes. Varia cites approximately 10 micrometers of relative burr movement per marking as a guide for reproducible settings.

The single-dose concept means that only the amount of beans currently needed is added. This makes switching between different roasts straightforward and eliminates the need to empty a hopper. The grinder housing, designed for low retention, further supports this workflow. This is a real advantage especially for households where decaf or filter coffee is enjoyed alongside regular espresso.

Those looking for variable motor speed or larger burrs should consider the VS4 or VS6 within the Varia range instead. Those who want the most compact, precise grinder possible with a broad range of uses, however, get a very well-balanced concept with the VS3. White is particularly suitable for minimalist kitchens and setups that should not be dominated by a dark grinder. In this way, the VS3 combines technical control with a very homely appearance.

Mühlentyp: Single Dose
Mahlwerk: konisch, 48 mm Außendurchmesser / 38 mm Innendurchmesser
Motor: 100 W DC
Drehzahl unter Last: ca. 170 RPM
Mahlgradeinstellung: stufenlos; ca. 10 µm relative Burr-Verschiebung pro Markierung
Retention-Konzept: laut Varia < 0,1 g bei 10-g-Dosis unter Testbedingungen
Einsatzbereich: Espresso bis Filter
Farbe: Weiß