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baratza virtuoso+
forty settings, one gram retention, built to last decades
the virtuoso+ is a 40-setting conical burr grinder from baratza, a bellevue, washington company that makes only grinders. it runs 40mm etzinger burrs at 550 rpm via a 180w dc motor, retains around 0.8 to 1 gram of coffee, and handles filter brewing methods well. it includes a digital timer and a backlit grounds container. it is not suited for espresso. at around $250, it is a practical long-term buy with user-replaceable burrs and strong manufacturer support.
what it does well
- low retention of roughly 0.8 to 1 gram between sessions
- digital timer for repeatable dosing
- user-replaceable burrs with strong parts availability from baratza
- consistent grind quality across filter brewing methods
where it stops short
- not suitable for espresso grinding
- grind consistency no longer leads its price class
specs
- drive
- electric
- best for
- filter
- burr type
- conical
- burr size mm
- 40
frequently asked questions
what is the Baratza Virtuoso+?
the Baratza Virtuoso+ is a home coffee grinder. forty settings, one gram retention, built to last decades
how much does the Baratza Virtuoso+ cost?
the Baratza Virtuoso+ costs $249–$269.
what burrs does the Baratza Virtuoso+ use?
the Baratza Virtuoso+ uses 40mm conical burrs, electric.
what is the Baratza Virtuoso+ best for?
the Baratza Virtuoso+ is best for filter coffee.
what are the pros and cons of the Baratza Virtuoso+?
strengths: low retention of roughly 0.8 to 1 gram between sessions, digital timer for repeatable dosing, user-replaceable burrs with strong parts availability from baratza, consistent grind quality across filter brewing methods. trade-offs: not suitable for espresso grinding, grind consistency no longer leads its price class.