{"product_id":"varia-vs3-2nd-generation","title":"Varia VS3 Espresso Grinder \/ Coffee Grinder (Single Dose, 2nd Generation)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-mobile-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVaria VS3 Gen 2 – single-dose coffee grinder with 38mm conical burrs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou place the Dosing Cup under the grinder. It clicks in magnetically. You add 18 grams of beans into the hopper – the lid also holds magnetically, no thread, no fiddling. A short press of the button. The Supernova burrs turn slowly, around 170 revolutions per minute, noticeably slower than most electric grinders of this size. The grounds fall down the inclined chamber into the cup. At the end, a press on the bellows, and the last crumbs land in the cup too. A different bean tomorrow? No rinsing, no mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VS3 Gen 2 is the second generation of Varia's compact single-dose grinder. Gen 2 brings a new all-metal gearbox, an improved drive assembly and tighter manufacturing tolerances. The core idea stays: compact, quiet, one dose at a time, in a housing of ADC12 aluminium (die-cast, CNC-finished). Coffee Coaching Club is the exclusive Swiss importer of Varia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy the low speed changes something about the taste\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany electric espresso grinders work at 800 to 1500 revolutions per minute. The VS3 grinds at around 170 RPM. Low speed means less friction between bean and burrs and less heat in the grinding chamber – this protects the volatile aroma compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis becomes tasteable above all with medium and lighter roasts: fine aroma layers and a clear acidity remain more recognisable. With dark, full-bodied espressos the difference is smaller. That is our observation, one of many.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLow retention and the inclined chamber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle dosing only works if nothing remains in the grinder between two doses. The VS3 Gen 2 achieves a retention below 0.1 grams per 10-gram dose. This is made possible by the grinding chamber inclined at 76.5 degrees and the bellows on the hopper, whose puff of air pushes the last particles into the magnetically holding Dosing Cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInterchangeable burrs – the Nova family\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VS3 Gen 2 comes with 38mm conical 6-Core Supernova burrs (highly refined 420-grade stainless steel, hardness HRC58), designed for espresso and filter. Anyone who wants to develop the grinder further can switch to other sets: Supernova Titanium (titanium-coated, HRC60) for a cleaner cutting edge, Hypernova Titanium (HRC65) for more definition with fine espresso, plus Hypernova Ultra and Ultra-S (HRC67, titanium-coated, with pre-crushing teeth) for a finer particle distribution with light roasts. The change is tool-light and done in a few minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStepless micrometric adjustment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grind adjustment is stepless via the dial on top, with 0.02 mm of burr shift per turn. This allows fine dial-ins for espresso as well as coarse settings for French press – without steps, without clicks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ccc-compare-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBurr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38mm conical 6-Core burrs, Supernova (420-grade stainless steel, HRC58)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterchangeable burrs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupernova Titanium, Hypernova Titanium, Hypernova Ultra, Ultra-S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 W DC, around 170 RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrind\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003estepless, 0.02 mm per turn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRetention\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ebelow 0.1 g per 10 g dose (with bellows)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHousing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eADC12 aluminium, chamber inclined 76.5°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHopper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 g standard, up to 60 g with bellows; lid and Dosing Cup magnetic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIn the box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVS3 Gen 2, Dosing Cup, bellows, anti-static spray bottle, brush, power adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.7 × 9.0 × 31.0 cm, 3.5 kg, 100–240 V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack, white, silver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho the VS3 is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VS3 Gen 2 suits anyone moving from capsules, pre-ground coffee or an old grinder to single dosing and looking for a compact, well-made all-round grinder. Anyone who mainly grinds very light single origins for espresso reaches for the Hypernova Ultra or Ultra-S upgrade. If you want a larger grinding chamber with 63mm burrs, look at the VS6; a comparison within the family is on \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/varia-vs3-vs-vs4-vs-vs6\"\u003eVS3 vs. VS4 vs. VS6\u003c\/a\u003e. If you want it, you know why.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrder directly online\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the exclusive Swiss importer we have all colours and burr upgrades in stock. Delivery throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein in 2 to 4 business days. Click and Collect in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/bern-filiale\"\u003eBern\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/zurich-oerlikon\"\u003eZurich\u003c\/a\u003e, where the VS3 is in daily use. For questions about burr choice, reach us at \u003ca href=\"mailto:office@coffeecoachingclub.pro\"\u003eoffice@coffeecoachingclub.pro\u003c\/a\u003e or by phone during business hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat goes with it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VS3 works with any portafilter machine, for example from the ranges of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/la-marzocco\"\u003eLa Marzocco\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/rocket-espresso\"\u003eRocket\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/ecm\"\u003eECM\u003c\/a\u003e, as well as with lever machines like \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/flair-espresso\"\u003eFlair Espresso\u003c\/a\u003e. For weighing there are the affordable \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/normcore\"\u003eNormcore scales\u003c\/a\u003e or, as a premium option, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/acaia\"\u003eAcaia scales\u003c\/a\u003e with app and flow rate. For puck preparation, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/normcore\"\u003eNormcore WDT and Tamper\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/weber-workshops\"\u003eWeber Workshops Moonraker\u003c\/a\u003e fit, and for airtight storage \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/airscape\"\u003eAirscape\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between VS3 Gen 1 and Gen 2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGen 2 has a newly designed all-metal gearbox, an improved drive assembly and tighter manufacturing tolerances. Form factor and operation stay the same. Gen 2 burrs can also be fitted in Gen 1 grinders, but need a different bearing there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the VS3 suitable for espresso and filter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Steplessly adjustable from very fine for espresso to coarse for French press. The Supernova burrs are designed for both; for very light single origins a Hypernova Ultra or Ultra-S upgrade is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is the VS3 so quiet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of the low speed of around 170 RPM, the heavy aluminium housing and the gearbox construction. Compared to fast-spinning electric grinders the difference is clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I change the burrs myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, tool-light in a few minutes. Supernova, Supernova Titanium, Hypernova Titanium, Hypernova Ultra and Ultra-S are all compatible and produce different aroma profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between VS3 and VS6?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VS3 has 38mm conical burrs and a compact form factor. The VS6 has larger burrs (58mm flat or 63mm conical), variable speed and higher throughput. For most home uses the VS3 is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I see the Varia VS3 before buying?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, in the showrooms in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/bern-filiale\"\u003eBern\u003c\/a\u003e (Gerberngasse 44) and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/zurich-oerlikon\"\u003eZurich Oerlikon\u003c\/a\u003e (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) in daily use. Bringing your own beans is welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-roastery-tip\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoastery tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe VS3 is our all-round grinder for medium roasts and mixed workflows. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cozy-chocolate-natural-brasilien-kaffeebohnen\"\u003eCozy Chocolate\u003c\/a\u003e shows a dense chocolate sweetness with the Supernova burrs, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/nutty-delight-kaffee-blend-brasilien-indien\"\u003eNutty Delight\u003c\/a\u003e is our go-to for milk drinks. If you seek maximum body without acidity, take \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/very-nutty-kraftiger-robusta-aus-indien\"\u003eVery Nutty\u003c\/a\u003e; if you would like to discover a fruity profile, try \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/wild-peach-ein-hell-gerosteter-omniroast-mit-pfirsichnote\"\u003eWild Peach\u003c\/a\u003e. That is our recommendation, one of many.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is the difference between Varia VS3 Gen 1 and Gen 2?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Gen 2 has a newly designed all-metal gearbox, an improved drive assembly and tighter manufacturing tolerances. Form factor and operation stay the same. Gen 2 burrs also fit in Gen 1 grinders with a different bearing.\"}},\n    {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Is the Varia VS3 suitable for espresso and filter?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes, steplessly adjustable from very fine for espresso to coarse for French press. 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