Grinder comparison
1Zpresso X-Ultra vs Hario Mini Mill Plus
The 1Zpresso X-Ultra makes the smaller adjustments (5 µm a step against 63.2 µm), so it gives finer control between settings. Both reach the same grind sizes, just at different numbers.
Side by side
| 1Zpresso X-Ultra | Hario Mini Mill Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Setting format | Click | Click |
| Finer direction | Lower numbers | Lower numbers |
| Smallest adjustment | 5 µm | 63.2 µm |
| Steps from espresso to French press | 129 | 10 |
| Espresso setting~250 µm | 0.5.0 | 2 clicks |
| Moka pot setting~350 µm | 1.0.9 | 3 clicks |
| AeroPress setting~450 µm | 1.2.9 | 5 clicks |
| V60 setting~560 µm | 1.5.1 | 7 clicks |
| Chemex setting~700 µm | 2.1.9 | 9 clicks |
| French press setting~900 µm | 2.5.9 | 12 clicks |
| Kalita Wave setting~600 µm | 1.5.9 | 7 clicks |
| Cold brew setting~1100 µm | 3.3.8 | 15 clicks |
| Siphon setting~650 µm | 2.0.9 | 8 clicks |
This compares how the grinders adjust, not build quality, burr type or price. Settings come from one shared particle-size scale fitted from the Honest Coffee Guide and are a starting point.
Convert between them
- 1Zpresso X-Ultra to Hario Mini Mill Plus
- Hario Mini Mill Plus to 1Zpresso X-Ultra
- 1Zpresso X-Ultra settings
- Hario Mini Mill Plus settings
Questions
Which grinder has finer adjustment, the 1Zpresso X-Ultra or the Hario Mini Mill Plus?
The 1Zpresso X-Ultra makes the smaller adjustments (5 µm a step against 63.2 µm), so it gives finer control between settings. Both reach the same grind sizes, just at different numbers.
Can I use the same setting on both?
No. A V60 grind is about 1.5.1 on the 1Zpresso X-Ultra and 7 clicks on the Hario Mini Mill Plus.