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Baratza

Open Box Baratza Vario+ Coffee Grinder

Open Box Baratza Vario+ Coffee Grinder

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  • 54mm flat ceramic burrs
  • 220 macro-micro grind settings
  • Programmable digital time dosing

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There comes a point where you stop looking for a better roast and start looking for a better way to treat it. Moving to this level of hardware means you're no longer fighting with broad settings to get a usable extraction; you're using the 220-step dual-cam adjustment to find the exact micron that makes a single-origin coffee behave. It is the final piece of hardware needed to stop guessing and start repeating your results.

Product Features

High-Torque DC Motor

A high-torque DC motor turns the burrs slowly to keep grinds cool and operation quiet while maintaining throughput. The Vario+ dispenses at measurable rates—1.6 grams/sec for fine espresso and 2.2 grams/sec for coarser French Press—so you can predict dose speed when dialing in.

Programmable Timed Grinding

Three programmable time presets are adjustable to the tenth of a second for repeatable home dosing. Save separate grind times for espresso, filter, or press recipes, then use manual control when you need to top off a dose.

Mahlkönig 54mm Ceramic Flat Burrs

Mahlkönig 54mm Ceramic Flat Burrs limit heat transfer during grinding to help preserve flavor while maintaining edge retention longer than typical steel burrs. Ceramic construction also contributes to stable particle distribution that better suits both espresso and filter extraction.

220-Step Dual-Cam Adjustment

Dual-cam macro and micro adjustment gives 220 stepped settings for fine, repeatable control—ideal for moving between espresso and filter without guesswork. The Vario+ supports an espresso calibration and a grind range of roughly 250–1150 microns for precise tuning.

Removable Hopper & Burr Access

The removable 300 g / 10.6 oz hopper supports daily home use and lifts off for easier bean changes and cleaning. An included burr-removal tool provides straightforward access to the burr chamber.

Portafilter Holder & Doserless Delivery

An all-metal portafilter holder lets you grind directly into a carrier for timed on-demand espresso dosing, while the doserless design also fills the separate ground coffee container (6.3 oz) for batch brew or filter work. That flexibility keeps grind delivery consistent between workflow styles.

Brand

Baratza

Baratza was founded in Seattle in 1999 with a focus on purpose-built coffee grinders for home users. Now part of Breville Group, the brand is known for approachable design, repairability, and support for both filter coffee and espresso.

Manufacturing

Made in Taiwan

Certifications

  • CE, CSA, UL

The Coffeeionado Take

Who's It For:

  • Home baristas who want repeatable macro/micro adjustment for espresso and filter recipes.
  • Baratza upgraders who want 54 mm flat ceramic burrs and programmable timed dosing.
  • Multi-method households that value a grounds bin and a portafilter holder in one grinder.

It's Right For You If:

  • You want the confidence of stepped settings — click into your espresso setting, click into your filter setting, and know it is the same every time.
  • Your daily routine is 2–6 drinks across different brew methods, and you want one grinder that handles all of them at 4.1kg.

Things to Consider:

  • Stepped adjustment means you are limited to preset increments. For espresso dial-in, that can mean the difference between 'close' and 'exact' — stepless grinders offer finer control.
  • At 4.0kg, the lighter build is portable but vibrates more than heavier alternatives during grinding.
  • 2.2 g/sec is solid for home use but slower than 64mm grinders. If you are grinding for a group, expect to wait.

Our Take:

The open-box Vario+ offers the same 54 mm ceramic-burr platform and 220-position adjustment as the standard model at an open-box value. It is a flexible choice for home users who want both espresso and filter capability with repeatable timed dosing.

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Key Grinder Specifications

BURR SIZE

54 mm Flat

BURR MATERIAL

Ceramic

DOSING

On-Demand

PROGRAMABILITY

3 – Single, Double, Manual

OUTPUT SPEED

1.6–2.2 g/s

Depending on bean roast

COOLING SYSTEM

None

Warranty: 1 Year Warranty - Parts & Labor | $99+ Value

This warranty begins from the purchase date and covers parts that are defective due to manufacturer issues. Labor will be included for the first year. For international orders outside of the USA, the warranty applies only to parts and does not cover labor or any associated repair costs.

Duration: 12 months from date of purchase

For more information see: Warranty Policy

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Full Product Description

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Open Box – Vario+ Coffee Grinder by Baratza

This open-box Baratza Vario+ has the same operating specifications as the standard Vario+ listing: 54 mm flat ceramic burrs, 220 macro/micro adjustment positions, and three programmable timed dose presets.

54 mm Ceramic Flat Burrs

The ceramic burr set is designed for broad home use from espresso through filter methods. Baratza publishes an output range of approximately 1.6–2.2 g/s depending on grind setting and coffee.

Macro/Micro Adjustment

Separate macro and micro levers provide 220 repeatable stepped settings. The system makes it easy to record and revisit settings when switching recipes.

Timed Dosing

Three programmable time presets are adjustable to the tenth of a second. The grinder includes a grounds bin and an all-metal portafilter holder for either filter or espresso workflows.

Specifications

  • 54 mm flat ceramic burrs
  • 1.6–2.2 g/s
  • 130W
  • 1350 RPM
  • 300 g / 10.6 oz hopper
  • Three programmable timed presets
  • 220 stepped macro/micro settings
  • 120V / 60Hz

Open-box condition, included accessories, and cosmetic details are shown in the product options and images.

The Coffeeionado Standard

At Coffeeionado, every machine we offer meets our professional standard — proven reliability, precision engineering, and long-term serviceability. Trusted by professionals since 2016.

12 Month Warranty

$99+ Value - On all grinders & equipment.

Free Shipping

$49+ Value - Usually ships in 1-2 business days.

Lifetime Support

Priceless - Get support anytime after your purchase.
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SPECIFICATIONS

Height
14.5 in
Depth
7 in
Width
5 in
Voltage
110-120V
Wattage / Power
130W
Amperage
1.5A
Weight
9 lb
Hopper Capacity
10.6 oz; 0.66 lb
Burr Speed
1350 RPM
Display
Digital
Grinder Adjustment
Stepped Micrometric
Grind by Weight
No
Grind by Time
Yes
On Demand Grinder
Yes
Hertz
60 Hz
Phases
Single-phase

Resources

Product Manual

What We'd Tell You In Store

How to Choose a Commercial Espresso Machine

How to choose a commercial espresso machine based on real volume numbers, peak hour output, and drink mix — not vague categories.

How to Choose a Commercial Grinder

Your espresso machine gets all the attention. The grinder does all the work. Every variable that determines shot quality — particle size, extraction evenness, dose consistency — starts at the grinder.

How to Design Your Cafe: Build Your Bar for the Rush

Design your café bar for peak volume, not average traffic. Equipment layout, station design, staffing ratios, and tools that remove steps — what actually matters during the rush.

Setting Up Your Commercial Espresso Machine Right

Water pressure, electrical specs, drain slope, filter flushing — what actually goes into a commercial espresso machine setup, and what gets skipped.

Product FAQ

Does the Baratza Vario+ work well for both espresso and filter coffee?

Yes. The Baratza Vario+ is designed as a multi-purpose grinder with a wide grind range suitable for espresso, AeroPress, pour-over, drip, and French press. The macro and micro adjustment levers let you fine-tune grind size for both espresso and filter brewing methods.

Is the Baratza Vario+ a stepless grinder, and how precise are the grind settings?

The Vario+ uses a hybrid stepped/stepless-style adjustment system. It has 10 macro steps, each with 23 micro steps, giving 230 distinct settings. While technically stepped, the small micro increments allow very fine dialing-in similar to a stepless grinder for precise espresso adjustment.

What type of burrs does the Baratza Vario+ Coffee Grinder come with?

The Vario+ comes with 54 mm flat, ceramic burrs designed for excellent espresso performance and consistent grind for brew methods. They are engineered for longevity and minimal heat transfer during grinding.

How long do the burrs on the Baratza Vario+ last, and how often do they need to be replaced?

Burr life depends on use and bean hardness, but Baratza’s 54 mm ceramic burrs typically last several years in a home setting. As a rough guideline, they’re often rated for hundreds of pounds of coffee. You’ll know it’s time to replace them if shots become harder to dial in, grind uniformity drops, or you need to grind much finer than before for the same extraction.

What types of environments is the Baratza Vario+ best suited for (home, café, restaurant)?

The Baratza Vario+ is primarily intended as a premium home and light-duty office grinder. It can handle multiple drinks in a row but is not designed as a heavy-duty, high-volume café or restaurant grinder that runs nonstop throughout the day.

Can the Baratza Vario+ keep up with making multiple drinks in a row, and how fast does it grind?

For home and light office use, the Vario+ is fast enough for back-to-back drinks. Typical grind times are on the order of seconds for a standard espresso dose. It’s well-suited to making several drinks in succession, though it’s not intended for nonstop commercial service.

Is the Baratza Vario+ a grind-by-weight grinder, and how is dosing controlled?

No, the Vario+ is not grind-by-weight. It uses programmable timed dosing with three user-programmable buttons, plus a manual grind mode. You set grind time for your dose and the grinder will run automatically to that time.

Is the Baratza Vario+ hands-free, and does it come with both a portafilter holder and a grounds bin?

Yes. The Vario+ includes a metal portafilter holder for hands-free grinding directly into a portafilter, as well as a grounds bin for grinding for filter and batch-brew methods.

What's Included?

Open Box Baratza Vario+ Coffee Grinder

Open Box Baratza Vario+ Coffee Grinder

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12 Month Warranty

Lifetime Support

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Warning

This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.

How It Works

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    Place your order with us and we'll get to working on carefully packaging your coffee equipment, quickly and efficiently.

  • Shipped With Care.

    Free shipping on orders over $249, carefully packed and dispatched via UPS or FedEx — so it arrives exactly as it left us.

  • Enjoy Amazing Coffee

    With your new machine at home, enjoy the amazing coffee that it produces. Have fun dialing in your shots with your favorite beans and having that perfect cup.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I track my order?

You will receive an email upon creation of the shipping label, which means your order is getting ready to be shipped. We continuously send order status updates via email/text.

How much is shipping? Is it free?

How Much Is Shipping? General shipping starts at $15.99. You can qualify for free shipping with any total order value over $249 and shipping to the contiguous USA. Taxes and discounts will be calculated at checkout.

Free Shipping Terms: Typical delivery within 3-6 Business days depending on size of order. Free shipping is available on orders of 199.00 or more to any address in the contiguous United States.

Free shipping does not apply to orders shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, APO/military addresses or on any international orders. We will use the lowest cost means for free shipping. Free shipping delivery dates are best estimates provided by the shipping carrier and are not guaranteed. Orders placed with free shipping are generally processed between 24 - 48 hours after order placement.

What is your return policy?

We offer a 30-day return policy on all unused items in their original packaging. You can read more about our return policy here. Commercial equipment is generally final. Please check before purchasing.

Do you price match?

In the unlikely event that you find your item cheaper at another online store, just let us know and we'll beat the competitor's pricing. Conditions apply, please refer to our Price Match Page for more information.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes, we ship to most countries in the Caribbean. Shipping costs and delivery times vary by location. Warranty is limited to only parts, shipping not included.

Can I return or exchange an item?

We have a 30 exchange/return policy, unless otherwise noted. Please email support@coffeeionado with your name, order #, and reason for exchange. Commercial equipment is generally final. Please check before purchasing.

Do you offer expedited shipping?

Yes. Please reach out for a quote on shipping via text or call at 866-595-0420 or via email at support@coffeeionado.com.

How do I track my order?

You will receive an email upon creation of the shipping label, which means your order is getting ready to be shipped. We continuously send order status updates via email/text.

Where do I use my coupon code?

To redeem your discount, enter the coupon code at checkout after you've added items to your cart. You'll see a field labeled "Discount code" or "Coupon code" where you can paste your code before completing your purchase.

Do you ship to PO boxes?

No, we don't ship to PO boxes. Due to the size and weight of our equipment, we require delivery to a physical address where our carriers can safely drop off your order.

How does free installation work?

We want to make your purchase as smooth as possible and will pay the installation via rebate on commercial espresso machines. This includes commercial machines with more than 1 group head and 220V.

If the certified installer needed is over 1.5 hours away then we will pay for the installation call (and install up to the value suggested on page minus call fee). Travel will be paid by customer. Inquire if you have any questions about your location.


Please note, any discounts subject to void the paid installation offer.

At Coffeeionado, professional installation is included with qualifying espresso machine purchases. Our goal is to make the process as seamless as possible — from coordinating the technician to getting your machine up and running on day one.

Which Machines Qualify

Free professional installation is included with all espresso machines of 2 groups or more where indicated on the product listing. This policy applies to espresso machines only and does not cover other coffee equipment such as grinders, brewers, or accessories.

If you are unsure whether your machine qualifies, contact us before purchasing and we'll confirm.

What's Included

  • Travel and labor costs for installation within the technician's service area (up to 2 hours of travel)
  • Setup, basic programming, and commissioning of the equipment
  • Scheduling during regular business hours, Monday through Friday
  • Associated taxes and fees related to the installation itself

Installation must be completed within 90 days of delivery of the equipment. The installation benefit lapses after this window and cannot be reinstated.

How Installation Is Arranged

Depending on your purchase, installation is handled one of two ways:

Arranged directly — In many cases, Coffeeionado or the manufacturer will coordinate and pay the technician on your behalf. We will contact you after your order is processed to schedule the visit.

Reimbursement — In some cases, you may be asked to arrange the installation locally using an authorized technician and submit a rebate form for reimbursement. Once approved, the covered amount will be refunded to the original payment method used for your order.

We will confirm which arrangement applies to your purchase at the time of order confirmation. If you have questions before purchasing, contact us and we'll walk you through it.

What's Not Included

The following are outside the scope of the installation policy and remain the customer's responsibility:

  • Travel or callout costs beyond the first 2 hours of the technician's travel time — if your location falls outside the local service area, the overage is the customer's responsibility
  • Water filtration systems and installation materials — including plumbing fittings, tubing, plugs, outlets, and any other ancillary components required to prepare the site
  • Electrical or plumbing work — site preparation must be completed before the technician arrives
  • Training on equipment operation — installation covers commissioning only, not barista or operational training
  • False start or callout fees if the technician arrives and the site is not ready for installation

Important: If a technician arrives and cannot complete the installation because the site is unprepared, you will be responsible for any callout or false start fee charged by the technician. However, your installation benefit remains intact — the visit will be rescheduled at no additional cost to your policy.

Water Filtration Requirement

Water filtration must be installed and operational before or at the time of installation. This is not optional — operating a commercial espresso machine without proper filtration will void the manufacturer's warranty. If filtration is not in place at the time of the technician's visit, installation may need to be rescheduled and the callout fee will be the customer's responsibility.

If you need guidance on water filtration requirements for your machine, contact us before scheduling your installation.

Service Area

Installation coverage is tied to the manufacturer's authorized technician service area, generally within a 1.5-hour radius of the nearest certified technician. If the customer's location falls outside this area, Coffeeionado will make reasonable efforts to arrange a local authorized technician, but travel costs beyond the 2-hour coverage limit remain the customer's responsibility.

Not sure if you're in a service area? Contact us before purchasing and we'll check your location.

What to Expect on Install Day

Getting a commercial espresso machine delivered is one thing. Getting it actually running — plumbed, programmed, and pulling properly — is another. Here's what happens when the technician comes out.

Before the appointment: Site preparation will be confirmed before technicians make it out. Once your machine ships, we'll coordinate scheduling with you and assign a local certified technician. Before they arrive, make sure your space is ready: the machine's permanent location should be determined, your water line and drain access should be in place, and your electrical supply should match the machine's requirements. 

On the day The technician will handle the physical installation of the machine — positioning, water line connection, and drain setup. Once it's plumbed and powered, they'll run through the setup and basic programming: boiler pressure, shot parameters, and confirming that water flows correctly through the group heads and steam wands. Some basic training will be provided, they'll pull test shots to verify the machine is operating within spec.

After Installation

Once your machine is installed, we'll provide referrals for authorized service technicians in your area for ongoing maintenance and repairs. Coffeeionado offers lifetime support on all equipment we sell — we're here long after the install is done.

Governing Terms

This installation policy forms part of your agreement with Coffeeionado and is subject to our Terms of Sale and Terms of Service. In the event of any conflict, the Terms of Service governs.

Can I pick up the machine at your store?

We do not have a showroom or storefront for customer pickups, so orders cannot be picked up directly from us. That said, there is an exception for La Spaziale and La Pavoni products, you can contact us to arrange.

However, if you'd prefer, we can arrange to have your machine shipped to a local freight terminal/location for pickup instead. Let us know your city/state (or ZIP code), and we’d be happy to check the nearest terminal options for you.