Product Comparison: Gaggia 8002 MDF vs Baratza Virtuoso


Gaggia 8002 MDF Burr Grinder with Doser
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Baratza Virtuoso Coffee Grinder
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General Specifications
Brand
Gaggia
Baratza
Model
8002 MDF
Virtuoso
Origin
Italy
USA
About the Product
The Gaggia MDF Grinder is a commercial grade burr grinder equal to those found in Europe's espresso bars and restaurants. Automatic dosing allows a premeasured amount of ground coffee to drop directly into the filter holder. Pull the lever once for one cup espresso, or twice for 2 cups. Precision-machined grinding burrs can be easily adjusted for 39 different degrees of fineness. The large hopper holds 10 ounces of coffee beans. Easy to use and perfect results are achieved each time. *Please note that most grinders are tested at the manufacturer and coffee grounds may be found in the grinder as a result. All machines sold are new unless otherwise clearly stated.
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.
Key Specs
Grind Settings
34
40
Bean Hopper Capacity
10 oz.
8 oz.
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Gaggia 8002 MDF Burr Grinder with Doser
  • The quality of this item is great. No complaints there.
  • The grind is superb for the price, so I will not return.
  • It is simple to use. Just drop beans into top part, then pull switch and wait for the grinder to finish.
  • The coffee grind is good and consistent. Machine works well.
  • The quality and consistency of the grind is constant and flawless.
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.
Size & Weight
Material
Plastic
Metal/Plastic
Color
Black
Black
Height
11.5 in.
13.8 in.
Width
4.5 in.
4.7 in.
Depth
8.5 in.
6.3 in.
Weight
9.1 lbs.
8 lbs.
Features
Grinder Type
Burr grinder
Burr grinder
Grounds Bin
Yes
Yes
Dishwasher-Safe Parts
No
No
Safety Lock System
No
Yes
BPA-Free
No
Yes
Extras
Impact-resistant plastic housing, Easy-to-use pull-lever doser dispenses ground coffee directly into filter holder
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
What customers say about "Features"
Gaggia 8002 MDF Burr Grinder with Doser
  • The Gaggia grinder has a wide variety of settings, which allow you to easily grind beans for a standard coffee machine or for espresso.
  • The grind is excellent and very consistent. It's a work horse and will get the job done every day, all day, the same way.
  • It grinds very consistent and works great for espresso, french, and drip.
  • The doser would often get stuck with course grinds, making a huge mess while trying to get things unstuck.
  • The portafilter holder is not removable so getting anything other than a plate underneath the dispenser is challenging.
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.
Power
Wattage
120 watts
180 watts
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
UL
UL, CSA, CE, EK

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