Baratza Forté BG vs Baratza Virtuoso+

Technical comparison · All-purpose grinders

In brief

Forté BG and Virtuoso+ are not direct competitors: different use classes (F4 vs F2). Virtuoso+ is the entry-level choice; Forté BG offers more capability in a higher class. Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
Baratza Forté BG Forté BG Baratza F4 · Semi-professional
Baratza Virtuoso+ Virtuoso+ Baratza F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Use tier F4 — Semi-professional F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) 749.95 € 229.95 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 13 × 18 × 37 cm 13 × 15 × 34 cm
Weight (kg) 6 kg 3.6 kg
Power (W) 130 W 80 W
Voltage (V) 220 V 220 V
Category specs
Burr type Flat Conical
Burr diameter (mm) 54 mm 40 mm
Single dose No No
Supported brew methods Pour over, Drip filter, French press Espresso, French press
Adjustment type Stepped Stepped
Drive Electric Electric
Hopper capacity (g) 300 g 300 g

The differences that matter

  • Burr diameter: Forté BG 54 mm vs Virtuoso+ 40 mm — Forté BG wins (+35%)
  • Burr type: Forté BG Flat · Virtuoso+ Conical
  • Supported brew methods: Forté BG Pour over, Drip filter, French press · Virtuoso+ Espresso, French press

Which one to choose

Choose Forté BG if…

you value burr diameter.

See the Forté BG sheet →

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