7+ Best Mahlkönig Coffee & Epresso Grinders in 2024

This post is an overview of the best Mahlkönig coffee grinders for home and business use. Keep reading to find your dream grinder.

I’ve researched many Mahlkönig coffee grinders for home and business use. This guide will compile my findings.

I chose the Mahlkönig EK43 as the best grinder overall because it has massive, cast steel burrs. Such large burrs using this material will ensure burr longevity while providing high-quality grinds.

Making it an exceptional choice for coffee shops of any size. But it’s not ideal for home users due to its price. You’ll find more affordable alternatives, though.

Throughout this guide, I’ll compare the specifications of various grinders. Afterward, I’ll talk about their pros and cons, features, who they’re best for, and other important information.

Read on to learn more.

Top Mahlkönig Coffee Grinders

1. Mahlkönig EK43: Top pick
2. Mahlkönig X54: Best under $1,000
3. Mahlkönig E80 Supreme: Best for espresso
4. Mahlkönig DK27 LVH: Best industrial grinder
5. Mahlkönig Guatemala 2.0: Great for multiple brewing methods
6. Mahlkönig E80S GBW: Best grind by weight machine
7. Mahlkönig EKK43: Best dual grinder
8. Mahlkönig GH2: Best machine, UK

Best Mahlkönig Coffee Grinders for Home & Business Use

The following sections will talk about the specifications, pros and cons, features, and design choices of the Mahlkönig coffee grinders we recommend. Whether for home or business use.

Once you’re done reading, you should have a better idea of what grinder model you’d want from this brand.

Here we go.

1. Mahlkönig EK43: Best Overall

The Mahlkönig EK43 is an exceptional grinder for medium- and high-traffic coffee shops.

It uses cast steel burrs, which means it’s much more durable than tool steel, special steel, and regular steel. The burrs on the EK43 will grind up to 14,300 pounds before requiring a replacement [1]. Hence, it’s higher price tag.

And the cast steel burrs are sharper than other steel burr materials. Ensuring you’ll have consistent grinds for longer. Combine that with the massive 98 mm size, and you’ll see why this grinder has exceptional grind quality.

Larger burrs tend to have more consistent grinds and less retention due to having a larger surface area.

Yeah, the price tag isn’t optimal for folks just starting out in the coffee business. However, if you know you’ll be in it for the long haul, it’s a worthy device to consider. The more durable the burrs, the less you’ll need to replace them.

And with less replacements, you’ll have improved productivity and less downtime during repairs.

I’m not going to explain why flat burrs are better than conical ones, since almost all Mahlkönig grinders on this list will use them. Thus, there’s no reason to compare these burr shapes.

The 1450 RPM works best for more coarse grinds since the motor will run slower. The 1760 RPM will do better for finer grinds used for brewing methods like espresso and Turkish coffee. That’s because the faster the motor, the finer of grinds you’ll have.

It includes a bag holder, which makes this a good retail grinder or for small-scale roasteries.

And this machine may require frequent calibration to make your grinds coarser if you focus on brewing methods that require this grind consistency (e.g., cold brew).

If you’re a home barista, you’ll like the next device.

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2. Mahlkönig X54: Best Grinder Under $1,000

The Mahlkönig X54 is a great grinder for home baristas who primarily use one type of coffee bean. It’s also great with grinding for using multiple brewing methods.

It uses special steel burrs, which are more durable than regular steel and will grind up to 1,102 pounds of coffee before requiring a replacement. That could allow you to make more than 29,000 double shots before needing to replace your burrs.

While that sounds appealing for business use, it’s not, considering the 54 mm size. That would only grind up to 2.8 grams a second—less than a pound per minute. Plus, you’d wear out your burrs fast, since coffee shops need to grind up to 40 pounds daily [2].

This grinder doesn’t look bad, which’ll make it a perfect addition to your coffee cart or kitchen counter coffee machine setup.

It doesn’t have the highest RPM, which means it’s not exceptional for espresso and Turkish coffee. But it’ll still perform well for brewing espresso at home. Though, it won’t taste as much like a drink from a coffee shop as a prosumer device would provide.

Since they usually have higher RPMs.

However, the X54 is exceptional for brewing methods that require coarse grinds. For instance, filter coffee.

So long as you stick to using one type of coffee bean. I’d like to not have used the word “nightmare,” but to switch coffee beans with the hopper, you have to perform these steps:

1. Remove the hopper
2. Empty the hopper
3. Knock large beans out of device
4. Blow out old bean residue
5. Clean burrs

Failure to do this will result in cross contamination with bean flavors. Or you’ll mix stale beans with fresh ones.

That’s the downside of using a hopper instead of a single doser, though. You could spend an extra $90 on a third-party single doser. That would make this machine almost perfect for home users.

You’ll still have the problem of trying to fit the dosing cups in the cupholders. They don’t fit and require you to hold them.

This device isn’t a prosumer model. And it’s not the best for espresso. I have an alternative to consider.

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3. Mahlkönig E80 Supreme: Best Grinder for Espresso

The Mahlkönig E80 is best for large coffee shops and restaurants needing a device that’ll grind quickly and last a long time.

The special (tool) steel used for this burr’s grinders will grind up to 3,000 pounds of coffee beans before requiring a replacement. It’s not as durable as the EK43, but it’ll still last for years for larger coffee shops.

The 80 mm burrs will also do a great job in maintaining bean quality since they don’t need to turn as quickly to grind due to their size. As most smaller burrs require quicker turning, which will potentially result in burning your beans.

Having cooler running burrs will also extend your grinder’s life. Since it’s not running so hot and causing wear.

And with the multiple revolutions per minute, you’ll have coarser grounds with fewer fines when needed. You’ll also have finer grounds when grinding for espresso and Turkish coffee.

Thanks to all the features, this grinder will demand a lot of space. It’s not a great device for small coffee carts or coffee drive-thru stands.

The precise control comes from its stepless grind adjustment system. It gives you absolute control over your grind’s texture. That means you can turn the grinder to any point to control grind size.

Such a feature means you or your barista must practice using this machine to master it. But you won’t have any issues once you know what you’re doing.

You may need a larger machine for your coffee business. I got you covered.

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4. Mahlkönig DK27 LVH: Best Industrial Grinder

The Mahlkönig DK27 LVH is an optimal device for industrial purposes such as wholesaling and roasteries.

The tungsten carbide burrs should allow you to grind up to 500,000 pounds before requiring a replacement. It’s a fantastic pick for coffee businesses that’ll continually grind coffee daily. And its ability to spit out up to 616 pounds of coffee hourly helps.

The 98 mm burrs, along with its integrated cooling, ensures that your machine won’t overheat. Nor will the machine’s burrs burn your beans while grinding.

It’s an industrial device, which means it’s not quiet. And it has a hefty price tag. Thus, you shouldn’t place it in an area near customers.

This machine isn’t meant for massive-scale factories, but it’s an exceptional pick for medium-sized roasteries and wholesalers.

There’s nothing else to say about this device.

If you’re looking for a grinder for grocery stores, keep reading.

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5. Mahlkönig Guatemala 2.0: Best for Multiple Grinding Methods

The Mahlkönig Guatemala 2.0 is best used for retail grinding in grocery stores. It’s also great for use in coffee shops.

Since you’ll use this in a grocery store, you’ll want to know that the special steel burrs on this grinder will grind up to 11,000 pounds of beans before requiring a replacement. Allowing it to support a large number of customers with ease.

The high RPMs on this device are perfect for grinding super-fine coffee grounds used for Turkish coffee. Though, it’ll also work well when grinding for other brewing methods like AeroPress, drip coffee, and French press.

Worried about certifications? Stop it.

Here’s a list of certifications this machine has to ease your worries:

• CE: Safe to use in European markets.
• CB: Accepted safety testing for global trade.
• ETL Safety: US and Canadian safety approval.
• ETL Sanitation: Meets hygiene standards for food contact in the US and Canada.

This machine’s also a third of the price of retail machines you’d find from brands like Ditting. Making it a better fit for shops that want a durable grinder without paying an arm and a leg.

The biggest issue you’ll face with this machine is the sound. It’s very loud and not ideal for quiet areas.

If you’re a coffee shop looking for the most precise grinders, look no further.

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6. Mahlkönig E80S GBW: Best Grind by Weight Grinder

The Mahlkönig E80S GBW is the best grinder for high-traffic coffee shops wanting the most precise grinds.

The “grind by weight (GBW)” category of grinders is more precise than timed grinders since weight ignores variables like bean density, while time gets thrown off.

Grind-by-weight grinders measure the actual coffee itself, ensuring consistent doses regardless of factors like bean type, roast level, or humidity. Such factors could improve the workflow and consistency of your coffee shop.

Timed grinders grind for a set duration, which can fluctuate due to changes in these factors. Leading to uneven doses and inconsistent coffee extraction.

If you want a more affordable GBW grinder that’s not meant for high-traffic cafés, opt for the E65s GBW.

It has a built-in temperature control system to ensure it won’t overheat when in use. A wonderful feature for high-traffic shops that don’t want to reduce their grinder’s lifespan.

Speaking of lifespan.

It has the same types of burrs as the E80 Supreme, which means you can grind up to 3,000 pounds of beans before replacing them. Such durability could save you time and money otherwise spent on maintenance and replacements.

You won’t find any clumps with this machine and shouldn’t need to use a WDT tool to de-clump your portafilter. Saving you even more time when brewing.

This grinder isn’t amazing for using multiple types of coffee beans. The next one is, though.

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7. Mahlkönig EKK43: Best Dual Grinder

The Mahlkönig EKK43 is best for coffee shops that want to use 2 types of beans. For instance, one hopper for decaf, and the other for an espresso roast.

This model is a legacy model, which means it isn’t available as new anymore. However, I still recommend this model if you can find it second-hand.

It’s much more expensive than a single EK43 model, since it technically has 2 EK43s in one device. Since it has more than one grinder, you eliminate the risk of cross-contaminating your beans.

Otherwise, this device shares all the same pros and cons as the EK43; our top pick. However, it’ll demand much more space due to having 2 heads instead of 1.

Here’s our last recommendation for coffee shops and home baristas outside the United States.

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8. Mahlkönig GH2: Best Grinder, UK

The Mahlkönig GH2 is best for coffee shops, small grocery stores, and restaurants in the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and other countries. That’s because it has more availability than other brands.

This thing uses tool (or special) steel burrs that’ll grind up to 900 kilograms before requiring a replacement. It’s not exceptional for high-traffic shops, but it’s a great choice for smaller ones.

The larger burrs also will allow it to grind quickly without overheating your beans. Ensuring that the machine doesn’t ruin their flavors. And that your machine will last longer before requiring a replacement.

This is Mahlkönig’s only device that’s not made in Germany. It’s made in China. In case that’s a factor that you’re worried about. However, the burrs are made in Italy.

Otherwise, this machine’s a great addition to smaller shops since it’ll grind 450 grams per minute and will last a long time if used correctly.

Do you need help buying a good Mahlkönig grinder? Read our buying guide.

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Mahlkönig Coffee Grinder Buying Guide

Consider the following factors when shopping for a Mahlkönig coffee grinder:

Factor	Description
Price	How much the machine costs.
Burr Shape & Material	Determines bean grind consistency and durability
Bean Hopper Capacity	How many beans it can grind before needing a refill.
Purpose	Whether you’re using it for home or business.
Motor Speed	Types of grinds it can do.

I’ll expand upon these factors throughout the following sections. You’ll see what to consider when shopping for a Mahlkönig grinder for home or business.

Let’s dive in.

1. Price

Average prices:

• Home models: Under $1,000.
  • The cheapest home-use variation, the X54, costs $599.
• Smaller-scale businesses: $2,000–$3,000.
• High-traffic companies: More than $3,000.
• Industrial models: Between $11,000 and $21,000.

Most of Mahlkönig’s models cost much more than other commercial brands due to using higher-quality materials on burrs, such as cast steel. Extending the lifespan of these machines.

Some machines, such as their grind by weight (GBW), will cost more since they use by-weight dosing instead of timed. Making them produce more precise grinds.

Speaking of burrs…

2. Burr Shape & Material

Mahlkönig commercial and home models will use the following materials for their burrs:

• Steel: Most affordable, least durable.
• Special/tool steel: Costs more, but more durable.
• Cast steel: Most expensive for regular commercial models and the most durable.
• Tungsten carbide: Most expensive and reserved for their DK27 industrial model.

None of Mahlkönig’s grinders will use ceramic burrs. They’re a nice material for heat resistance, which could prevent flavor loss. However, they won’t remain sharp as long as steel burrs.

The special steel burrs and tungsten carbide do have more resistance than regular and cast steel. These materials won’t heat up and strip flavor from your coffee beans as often.

Then there’s the burr shape.

Almost all Mahlkönig grinders will use flat burrs. They’re better at separating flavors and creating more complex cups of coffee than conical burrs. However, they’re not the most user-friendly machines for beginning baristas.

They require being on-point with espresso puck tamping and preparation. Otherwise, you risk under- or over-extracting your drink.

Conical burrs are more forgiving with puck preparation. But they’re not commonly used in Mahlkönig grinders. If you’re after conical burrs, their Guatemala 2.0 model uses it.

Now, you’ll need to think about bean hopper capacity.

3. Bean Hopper Capacity

Most Mahlkönig coffee grinders will allow you to store more than 2 pounds of coffee beans in the hopper. Almost all commercial models will let you store at least 3 pounds. And their industrial models will store up to 66 pounds.

This factor is more important to businesses, since they’ll need to continually grind beans for customers. The more beans you can store, the longer your team can grind without adding more beans. Hence, increasing time management.

Home users may find such large hoppers as detrimental, since the beans will sit and lose flavor due to oxidation and sunlight exposure. Mahlkönig hoppers aren’t opaque or airtight. Meaning, they won’t protect your beans from UV rays and oxygen exposure.

You could combat this by buying a separate single dosing system. This attachment replaces the hopper and allows you to only add the amount of beans you’d need for a single drink. Such an attachment also gives you near-zero grind retention, which makes cleaning easier.

But these attachments cost $60–$80. If you’re an avid home barista with disposable income, I recommend this additional purchase.

Let’s emphasize more on home versus business use.

4. What You Are Using It For

Most Mahlkönig grinders are meant for business use, which results in their higher price. That’s because most of their grinders will have higher-quality burrs that are larger than most home models.

They do offer “affordable” home models like the X54. Otherwise, if you’re a home barista considering a Mahlkönig grinder, you could opt for the lower-end business models and get a single dosing system attachment.

This will give you a prosumer machine that’ll last forever.

Unlike most brands, Mahlkönig also offers a couple of industrial models, the DK27 LVH and DK15 LS. Both models work great for small roasteries or wholesalers. But they’re not good enough for massive-scale factories—think Maxwell House or McCafé.

We have one last factor.

5. Motor Speed

The lower the revolutions per minute (RPM), the more uneven grinds you’ll have. The faster, the finer.

Lower RPM machines are better for coarse grinds used for brewing methods like cold brew and filter coffee. Higher RPM machines are better for fine grinds used in espresso and Turkish coffee.

Almost all Mahlkönig machines will use more than 1,000 revolutions per minute and under 3,000. The Guatemala 2.0 is an exception, since it uses 3,000 RPM, which makes it ideal for Turkish coffee. Turkish coffee requires super fine grounds to produce its unique taste.

Many machines will have different levels of revolutions per minute that use 50 or 60 hertz. The 50 hertz setting will use less RPM, which makes it better for multiple brewing methods. 60 hertz will work better for finer grounds.

And that’s all. But you may find yourself a bit disappointed with the picks we recommended.

Other Coffee Grinder Brands to Consider for Home & Business Use

Mahlkönig offers some of the highest-quality coffee grinders for home and business use due to using high-quality materials on burrs and having various revolutions per minute. They’re optimal for multiple brewing methods.

These machines may surpass your budget, though. Or you may want to explore other options. We compare Mahlkönig grinders against the following brands in other guides:

• Ditting: Focuses on pricey commercial models that cater to various grind consistencies.
• CEADO: Offers a bit cheaper, but lower-quality, grinders for businesses.
• Eureka: More affordable home models available.
• Mazzer: Focuses on commercial models with dosers.

Check out those guides and see whether you’d prefer grinders from those brands. Otherwise, check out our frequently asked questions about Mahlkönig grinders.

FAQs for Mahlkönig Grinders

Keep reading to find frequently asked questions about Mahlkönig grinders.

Where Are Mahlkönig Grinders Made?

Almost every Mahlkönig coffee grinder is made in Germany. However, the Mahlkönig GH2 model is made in China.

Conclusion

Let’s review our top grinders:

1. Mahlkönig EK43: Low retention and super durable burrs.
2. Mahlkönig X54: High-quality grinder for home use.
3. Mahlkönig E80 Supreme: Has large burrs that’ll last for years.

The Mahlkönig EK43 is the best device on this list, since it has the highest-quality burrs with near-zero retention. It’ll work great for coffee shops of any size.

These aren’t all the grinders Mahlkönig offers. If you didn’t find your dream machine here, check out all the other Mahlkönig home and commercial grinders we offer.