Baratza Forté AP vs Baratza Vario+

Technical comparison · All-purpose grinders

In brief

Vario+ is ahead on price; beyond that the two differ in supported brew methods, which is a design choice rather than a ranking.

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Parameter
Baratza Forté AP Forté AP Baratza F4 · Semi-professional
Baratza Vario+ Vario+ Baratza F3 · Advanced
Identity
Use tier F4 — Semi-professional F3 — Advanced
Price
Price (€) 699.95 € 399.95 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 13 × 18 × 37 cm 13 × 18 × 37 cm
Weight (kg) 6 kg 4.1 kg
Power (W) 130 W 130 W
Voltage (V) 220 V 220 V
Category specs
Burr type Flat Flat
Burr diameter (mm) 54 mm 54 mm
Single dose No No
Supported brew methods Espresso, French press Espresso, Drip filter
Adjustment type Stepped Stepped
Burr material Ceramic Ceramic
Drive Electric Electric
Hopper capacity (g) 300 g 300 g

The differences that matter

  • Price: Forté AP 699.95 € vs Vario+ 399.95 € — Vario+ wins (+75%)
  • Supported brew methods: Forté AP Espresso, French press · Vario+ Espresso, Drip filter

Which one to choose

Choose Vario+ if…

you value price.

See the Vario+ sheet →

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