Baratza Virtuoso+ vs Eureka Mignon Specialità
Technical comparison · All-purpose grinders
Choose the Baratza Virtuoso+ if you are looking for an intermediate grinder with stepped adjustment for espresso and French press. Choose the Eureka Mignon Specialità if you need an advanced machine with stepless adjustment and more power for espresso.
| Parameter |
Virtuoso+
Baratza
F2 · Intermediate
|
Mignon Specialità
Eureka
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Awards | — | |
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 229.95 € | ~200–450 € |
| Price updated on | 09/2026 | 09/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 13 × 15 × 34 cm | 12 × 14 × 35 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 3.6 kg | 5.6 kg |
| Power (W) | 80 W | 310 W |
| Voltage (V) | 220 V | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Burr type | Conical | Flat |
| Burr diameter (mm) | 40 mm | 55 mm |
| Single dose | No | No |
| Supported brew methods | Espresso, French press | Espresso, Drip filter |
| Adjustment type | Stepped | Stepless |
| Burr material | — | Hardened steel |
| Drive | Electric | Electric |
| Hopper capacity (g) | 300 g | 300 g |
CoffeeSpecs Awards
Lowest price range Intermediate
The lowest list price among the sheets in the All-purpose grinders category (intermediate tier): €230, as published by the manufacturer.
How we assign awards →No awards in this tier.
The differences that matter
- Burr geometry: The Virtuoso+ uses 40 mm conical burrs, while the Mignon Specialità features 55 mm flat burrs in hardened steel.
- Adjustment system: Baratza offers a stepped grind adjustment, compared to the stepless adjustment of the Eureka.
- Power and weight: The Mignon Specialità has a significantly more powerful motor (310 W vs 80 W) and is heavier (5.6 kg vs 3.6 kg), despite having a nearly identical footprint.
- Use tier and methods: The Virtuoso+ covers an intermediate profile (F2) including French press, while the Mignon targets an advanced user base (F3) focused on espresso and American filter coffee.
Which one to choose
Choose Virtuoso+ if…
Choose the Baratza Virtuoso+ if you are an intermediate user (F2) looking for a lightweight device (3.6 kg) with 40 mm conical burrs and stepped adjustment, ideal for switching between espresso and French press.
Choose Mignon Specialità if…
Choose the Eureka Mignon Specialità if you are an advanced user (F3) who needs 55 mm flat hardened steel burrs, stepless adjustment, and a 310 W motor for extremely precise control over espresso.
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