I have a Mahlkonig K30 and like it very much. However there are many times when I want to try a new coffee and the hopper is full and I don't have a grinder to use. The Vario is a good option because it functions like the K30 but on a smaller scale. There is a new Mahlkonig Pro M that will soon be available as well which fits between the Vario and the K30. I like the timed dose feature so a grinder with this feature would be high on my list. I am open to other brands as well.

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Robert, I went with the Baratza Vario, and couldn't be more pleased . . .

I have a few great grinders and I now use my Vario, by preference, every day. Easy adjustment, timed dosing, and cleaning. Easy changeover of roasts and grinds and with a small footprint!
-Richard

Thank you Jason. The Vario makes a lot of sense as a mate to the K30. How would you compare the quality of the grind from the Vario to the K30 please? I have noticed as I have used the K30 more the clumping issue has gone away. Most of my doses are at the 5 to 6 coarseness setting. When you purchased your Vario did you consider other models, such as; Mazzer Mini E and the Macap M4D?

The footprint of the Vario is appealing. Thanks again.

zin1953 wrote:Robert, I went with the Baratza Vario, and couldn't be more pleased . . .

Thank you Richard. The Vario is certainly one of the major ones to consider. The only negative that I have for the Vario and it has nothing to do with the operation is the esthetics. However at the price point it certainly could not be built as substantially as the Mazzers, Macaps and other heavier units. I love the size and the fact that it would be an easy to use companion to my K30. For what I want to use it for it doesn't have to be built like a tank. I have to keep this in mind for my selection.

espressme wrote:I have a few great grinders and I now use my Vario, by preference, every day. Easy adjustment, timed dosing, and cleaning. Easy changeover of roasts and grinds and with a small footprint!
-Richard

Nik wrote:The footprint of the Vario is appealing. Thanks again.

You might wait a couple of months and see how successful ProM will be. It has an equally small footprint and designed to be the kind of grinder you are looking for.

Thank you Aleksi.

This is the direction that the local dealer is making as well. He has seen it at the show in Italy last month and he was impressed. He has been told that it will be available in the states in a couple of weeks. The only issue is calming down my wait for the second grinder. I would think it would be available in Europe at this time.

Thanks for the comment.

Bob

Nik,

I take it you've already gone here (http://www.mahlkoenig.de/en_products/Pr...nder.html# ) to see that a 110/115v is being made? Also, you could contact them direct to get more info on when it'll be hitting stores, both here and abroad.

akallio wrote:You might wait a couple of months and see how successful ProM will be. It has an equally small footprint and designed to be the kind of grinder you are looking for.

While the larger burrs (65mm, vs. 54 for the Vario Home) might be attractive, I'm just not sure it -- or the extra expense -- is necessary, especially when the Baratza Vario/Mahlkönig Vario Home does such a great job.

Just my 2¢ . . .

Thank you Merle,

I have spoken to a local distributor who confirms that they are 110V. He should have them in stock at any time.

uscfroadie wrote:Nik,

I take it you've already gone here (http://www.mahlkoenig.de/en_products/Pr...nder.html# ) to see that a 110/115v is being made? Also, you could contact them direct to get more info on when it'll be hitting stores, both here and abroad.