So this is an all rounder grinder, for all brew methods with one burr set, featuring real time grind by weight, and favouring more classic espresso.
Features and Benefits:
• 54mm ceramic flat burrs
• Macro and micro adjustments - 220 grind settings
• Front-mounted control panel with LED display
• Almost zero grinds retention
The original Baratza Vario was often modded to make it more like the Forte', including swapping the burrs and swapping out the burr chamber.
The upgraded Vario+ comes with the metal brew chamber, so that doesn't need modding, and the + comes with the ceramic burrs from the Forte' AP, while the W+ comes with the stainless steel ditting burrs used in the Forte' BG.
If you're someone looking for a solid, very well priced (for a grind by weight) grinder that is capable of grinding for all brew methods, over a big grinding range, with a huge number of grinding steps, then this is a stonking grinder for this price.
The only thing to point out is that all though this is an all rounder, it really favours espresso over filter. If you're more focussed on espresso, then the + will be fine, especially if you prefer the classic chocolatey espresso, as these burrs are known for this kind of espresso.
If you're looking for a more filter focussed all rounder, and/or if you prefer more modern, juicy / fruity espresso profiles, you might be better suited to the W+, although you can buy the steel burrs as an addon if you prefer.