Fit and setup
Check this first
Check the stored size, power needs, space to use it, and daily routine.
U.S. product
- weigh beans for one drink
- a compact grinder with a low-speed motor
- replaceable burrs
Stored size
5.79 W × 3.54 D × 12.2 H in (14.7 × 9 × 31 cm, converted)
Published body size. Leave extra room to use, refill, connect, and clean it.
Space needed to use it
We could not confirm this
Leave room for the working parts until we confirm a measurement with the portafilter in place.
Power and circuit
100–240V adapter / 100W DC
Regional electrical wording comes from published details; confirm the outlet and branch circuit before purchase.
Daily routine
Weigh the beans for each drink. Turn the grind control smoothly to change the grind size.
Published details suggest this daily-use routine. The exact handle shape can affect how grounds transfer.
We could not confirm thisRoom to refill and clean
We could not confirm this
We could not confirm the room needed to fill the hopper, use the dosing cup, or change the grind setting.
We could not confirm thisPortafilter fit
We could not confirm this
A portafilter is the handled tool that holds the filter basket. Supported sizes do not guarantee fit for every handle shape.
How we checked this
What the evidence labels mean
- Source checked
- A cited source stated this fact when Espresso Receipt checked it. This is not a physical product test.
- Our summary
- This is our summary of published product details. It is not a hands-on result.
- We could not confirm this
- The available sources do not establish one reliable answer.
Main source: Varia Brewing. Source checked September 16, 2026. This page lists published product details. It is not a physical fit test.
Counter fit
Will it fit your space?
We check the Varia VS3 Gen 2 against its published size: 5.79 × 3.54 × 12.2 in (width × depth × height).
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Before you buy
Compare it with similar grinders
How the Varia VS3 Gen 2 compares with 3 similar models. We list a difference only when both records confirm the detail. Prices are dated checks, not current quotes.
Close in price
Baratza Encore ESP Pro
$299.95, $30.05 more than this grinderDated price snapshot from September 16, 2026
- Burrs
- Baratza Encore ESP Pro: 40mm M2 steel conical
- This grinder: 48mm outer / 38mm inner conical set
- Adjustment
- Baratza Encore ESP Pro: Stepless with digital 0.1-second dosing
- This grinder: Stepless, 10-micron vertical shift
- Daily routine
- Baratza Encore ESP Pro: Use the hopper or weigh beans for each drink.
- This grinder: Weigh beans for each drink.
- Stored size
- Baratza Encore ESP Pro: 5.12 W × 5.91 D × 13.39 H in (13 × 15 × 34 cm, converted)
- This grinder: 5.79 W × 3.54 D × 12.2 H in (14.7 × 9 × 31 cm, converted)
Close in price
MiiCoffee DF54
$229, $40.90 less than this grinderDated price snapshot from October 20, 2026
- Burrs
- MiiCoffee DF54: 54mm flat stainless steel
- This grinder: 48mm outer / 38mm inner conical set
- Adjustment
- MiiCoffee DF54: Stepless external dial
- This grinder: Stepless, 10-micron vertical shift
Close in price
Baratza Encore ESP
$199.95, $69.95 less than this grinderDated price snapshot from October 20, 2026
- Burrs
- Baratza Encore ESP: 40mm M2 steel conical
- This grinder: 48mm outer / 38mm inner conical set
- Adjustment
- Baratza Encore ESP: 40 stepped settings; 1–20 espresso
- This grinder: Stepless, 10-micron vertical shift
- Daily routine
- Baratza Encore ESP: Keep beans in the hopper.
- This grinder: Weigh beans for each drink.
- Stored size
- Baratza Encore ESP: 5.12 W × 5.91 D × 13.39 H in (13 × 15 × 34 cm, converted)
- This grinder: 5.79 W × 3.54 D × 12.2 H in (14.7 × 9 × 31 cm, converted)
What we checked
Product details we checked
- Stored size
- 5.79 W × 3.54 D × 12.2 H in (14.7 × 9 × 31 cm, converted) Compare sizes
- Voltage
- 100–240V adapter / 100W DC
- Warranty
- 1 year
- Burrs
- 48mm outer / 38mm inner conical set
- Adjustment
- Stepless, 10-micron vertical shift
- Daily routine
- Weigh beans for each drink.
- Portafilters
- We could not confirm supported sizes. Check the exact holder or dosing cup first.
Price history
Price checks for the Varia VS3 Gen 2
Same price at all 4 of our checks on the Varia Brewing page, August 2 to September 16, 2026. Each row is the price the Varia Brewing product page showed on that day. Prices can change between checks, and other sellers may charge more or less.
| Date checked | Price shown | Change from the check before |
|---|---|---|
| $269.90 | No change | |
| $269.90 | No change | |
| $269.90 | No change | |
| $269.90 | First check on this page |
Pair it with a machine
Machines for this grinder
Our sources do not confirm which portafilter sizes the Varia VS3 Gen 2 works with, so we do not match it to machines here or in the Finder. Check the maker's fit list before you buy.
Plain definitions for product terms
- Portafilter
- The handled tool that holds the filter basket and locks into the machine.
- Dose
- The dry coffee put into the filter basket.
- Burrs
- The grinder parts that cut or crush coffee beans.
- Stepless adjustment
- A grinder control that moves smoothly between positions.
- Single-dose
- Weighing beans for one drink instead of leaving beans in the hopper.
- Micron
- One thousandth of a millimeter. This small unit describes grinder setting changes.
Facts and sources
Facts and sources
Cone-shaped cutting set: 48 mm outside and 38 mm inside
See source: Varia Brewing ↗(opens in a new tab)More things to check first
- The source does not confirm a direct portafilter fit.
Sources
Sources used
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Product details checked through 2026-09-16. Product details and price checks can change.
Use and care resources
Guides and manuals
- maintenanceVaria Brewing · Link checked 2026-08-02VS3 FAQ and Gen 2 cleaning guideCovers: Second-generation cleaning, adjustment, burr, and operating guidance.(opens in a new tab)
- Site guideEspresso Receipt · practical guideHow to dial in espressoCovers: Use dose, yield, time, taste, and flow without chasing a universal grinder number.
- Site guideEspresso Receipt · practical guideEspresso grind size chartCovers: Translate adjustment systems into a safe starting process for espresso.
- Site guideEspresso Receipt · practical guideCoffee grinders for espressoCovers: Compare grind adjustment, burrs, dosing, and coffee left inside after grinding before choosing a grinder.
Owner guides
After you choose the Varia VS3 Gen 2
Burrs and daily routine
Our record lists its burrs as: 48mm outer / 38mm inner conical set. It lists a single-dose workflow.
- Flat vs conical burr grinders: what the shape tells youCompare flat and conical burrs, check espresso support and fine adjustment, then use an exact-model worksheet before choosing a grinder.
- Single-Dose Espresso Grinders: Choose by Routine and BudgetCompare four espresso grinders by daily steps, total budget, and working space. Check exact versions and separate listed features from taste claims.
Dialing in and care
- Espresso troubleshootingPick the taste or flow problem you see. Get one clear action for the next shot.
- Light-roast espresso: keep one recipe and adjust one settingCompare 18 g in and 36 g out with a longer 45 g shot for light-roast espresso. Record taste, time, and machine limits before changing another setting.
- How to clean an espresso grinder: use your model manualUse a model-approved brush and removal process. Record the grind setting, unplug before disassembly, and stop when a part will not release.
- How to store coffee beans and keep them fresh longerProtect roasted coffee from air, moisture, heat, and light; decide between its bag, a sealed container, the freezer, and the grinder's bean container.
Independent reviews · not our tests
Independent reviews
- WrittenThe Coffee FolkVaria VS3 Grinder ReviewCovers: Explicit second-generation review that separates current behavior from first-generation gearbox reports.(opens in a new tab)
- WrittenTom’s Grinder LabVaria VS3 TestCovers: Grinder-focused testing of dialing, retention, and espresso use.(opens in a new tab)
- WrittenTom’s GuideVaria VS3 ReviewCovers: Hands-on single-dose review covering adjustment, espresso performance, speed, and workflow.(opens in a new tab)
These reviews come from other publishers. Espresso Receipt did not produce, commission, or endorse them. Their opinions belong to their creators. Links last checked 2026-08-02.