flagship
commercial
mahlkönig ek43
the grinder that changed third-wave coffee.
Originally designed for spice and flour. Adopted by Matt Perger at the 2013 wbc as a filter grinder for espresso. Set the bar for grind consistency.
what it does well
- stepless adjustment covers every grind size from turkish fine to french press
- fast grinding speeds, up to 21g/s for filter work
- burrs rated to approximately 6,000kg, reducing replacement frequency
- certified for commercial use with etl safety and etl sanitation marks
- optional burr sets available for non-coffee grinding applications
where it stops short
- $3,899 price point puts it out of range for most home users
- tall at 32.6 inches, requiring significant vertical clearance
- no dosing timer or programmable output beyond single-dose mode
- large footprint and 57lb weight make repositioning difficult
specs
- drive
- electric
- best for
- all-purpose
- burr type
- flat
- burr size mm
- 98
frequently asked questions
what is the Mahlkönig EK43?
the Mahlkönig EK43 is a commercial coffee grinder. the grinder that changed third-wave coffee.
how much does the Mahlkönig EK43 cost?
the Mahlkönig EK43 costs £3,400–£3,900, released in 1996.
what burrs does the Mahlkönig EK43 use?
the Mahlkönig EK43 uses 98mm flat burrs, electric.
what is the Mahlkönig EK43 best for?
the Mahlkönig EK43 is best for all-purpose coffee.
what are the pros and cons of the Mahlkönig EK43?
strengths: stepless adjustment covers every grind size from turkish fine to french press, fast grinding speeds, up to 21g/s for filter work, burrs rated to approximately 6,000kg, reducing replacement frequency, certified for commercial use with etl safety and etl sanitation marks, optional burr sets available for non-coffee grinding applications. trade-offs: $3,899 price point puts it out of range for most home users, tall at 32.6 inches, requiring significant vertical clearance, no dosing timer or programmable output beyond single-dose mode, large footprint and 57lb weight make repositioning difficult.