Product Comparison: Baratza Virtuoso vs Rancilio ROCKY


Baratza Virtuoso Coffee Grinder
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Rancilio ROCKY HSD-ROC-SS Espresso Coffee Grinder with Doser Chamber
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General Specifications
Brand
Baratza
Rancilio
Model
Virtuoso
ROCKY
Origin
USA
About the Product
Grinding for espresso? Let the Virtuoso’s professional-grade 40mm conical burrs perform their magic for a consistent, fine grind. How about a French Press? The Virtuoso can handle that too, with a particle size uniformity that gives you consistency from cup to cup. In fact, the Virtuoso is so consistent at both the coarse and fine ends of the grind range that we consider it to be in a class all by itself — and so do many of the micro- and specialty-roasters who swear by it.
The Rocky SS features a plastic fork to hold your porta filter in place. The motor of the Rocky SS is a 140-watt direct drive motor that is extremely powerful. Spinning at 1725 RPM's. This powerful grinder is quiet during operation.
Key Specs
Grind Settings
40
Bean Hopper Capacity
8 oz.
10.4 oz.
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Baratza Virtuoso Coffee Grinder
  • The entire unit has a very solid, well-built feel. As you turn the hopper to adjust the grind, you get a very solid, convincing click for feedback. Nothing feels loose or cheap.
  • The grind quality and uniformity looks good to me for the press and pour over use.
  • The grinder does drip grinds well and is good for expresso but only at the first two settings.
  • This is a solid grinder and the grind is quite nice and consistent. Definitely better than my Capresso Infinity.
  • Removing the ground coffee bin without spilling some grounds on the counter is difficult.
Rancilio ROCKY HSD-ROC-SS Espresso Coffee Grinder with Doser Chamber
  • It is very adjustable and quite consistent in the grind which helps in making excellent espresso and cappuccino.
  • The Rocky does a great job with the grinding and with the doser.
  • Grinds beautiful! Quiet, looks good.
  • Perfect grind. Very adjustable and easy to use.
  • You have to grind a lot of beans in order to get the doser to work consistently.
Size & Weight
Material
Metal/Plastic
Plastic/metal
Color
Black
Stainless Steel/Black
Height
13.8 in.
13.8 in.
Width
4.7 in.
4.7 in.
Depth
6.3 in.
9.8 in.
Weight
8 lbs.
19.2 lbs.
Features
Grinder Type
Burr grinder
Burr grinder
Grounds Bin
Yes
Yes
Dishwasher-Safe Parts
No
No
Safety Lock System
Yes
No
BPA-Free
Yes
Yes
Extras
40 individual grind settings, The grind range is from 200 to 1200 microns, Burrs are easily removable with no tools, making cleaning very easy, 60-second timer, Speed control
Doser chamber for professional style
What customers say about "Features"
Baratza Virtuoso Coffee Grinder
  • The grind quality is really good, if you crank it up to real fine, you can basically get turkish coffee grind out of it, it will get the last ounce of your coffee out of your coffee beans.
  • The grind is very consistent, I use it for espresso daily, the coffee came out of this grind is very fine and according to the setup I dial in, there is almost no deviation.
  • This grinder feels well made and very durable, also.
  • This thing is built like a tank, and will grind small trees, pets, and anything else that gets too close!
  • It sounds horrible. I have to admit it. It's probably less loud in an absolute sense than my old inexpensive Cuisinart.
Rancilio ROCKY HSD-ROC-SS Espresso Coffee Grinder with Doser Chamber
  • The Rocky grinder is so incredible. Tons of horse power and a consistent grind.
  • This thing is a TANK. It gets used all the time. I love this grinder. The adjustments are great. The quirks are still there but well worth the purchase.
  • This grinder produces excellent ground coffee. The grind size adjustment is high precision.
  • It's still a great grinder. It's heavy and seems to be built well.
  • This grinder does a great job and makes excellent espresso grinds. I would highly recommend this for the casual espresso drinker.
Power
Wattage
180 watts
140 watts
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
Certifications
UL, CSA, CE, EK
1-UL

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