Mahlkönig EK43 OMNIA All-Purpose Coffee Grinder

Specifications

The table below reflects Mahlkönig's own EK43 OMNIA listing (mahlkoenig.com / mahlkoenig.us). Mahlkönig quotes grind output at 11.5–13.5 g/s; no separate espresso-specific rate is published.

Spec	Mahlkönig EK43 OMNIA
Burr Type	Flat, cast steel
Burr Material	Cast steel, made in Germany
Burr Size	98 mm
Motor Power	750 W max nominal (brushless DC)
Motor Speed	1,500 rpm (50 Hz idle)
Grind Speed (espresso)	—
Hopper Capacity	approx. 250 g
Retention	—
Grind Adjustment	Stepless — manual knob, touchscreen, or saved-recipe (Library Mode) recall
Grind-by-Weight	No — time- and recipe-based, not gram-based
Grind Range	Espresso to filter
Duty Cycle	—
Dimensions (H×W×D)	26.1 × 8.4 × 15.4 in (66.3 × 21.4 × 39 cm)
Weight	53 lb net / 62 lb gross (24 kg / 28 kg)
Voltage	100–120V (60 Hz) or 200–240V (50 Hz), single-phase
Warranty	—

Who It's For

The EK43 OMNIA is for shops that want the EK43's grind quality plus a digital layer on top — specifically, Library Mode's ability to store up to 10 named recipes (bean, dose, burr distance) and recall them with a tap rather than relying on a barista to remember or re-read a dial. Multi-origin bars running frequent bean rotations, or training programs bringing new staff up to speed quickly, are the clearest fit.

It also suits shops sensitive to counter noise and heat: the brushless DC motor draws less than half the EK43's rated power (750 W vs. 1,300 W), and Mahlkönig markets it specifically as quieter and cooler-running — a real consideration on an open-plan bar where the grinder sits next to the espresso machine and the customer.

It's not the model to pick if all you want is the classic EK43 experience at the lowest cost or with the widest hopper — the standard EK43's 1,200 g hopper holds meaningfully more than the OMNIA's 250 g, and the touchscreen adds complexity some shops don't need. Compare it against the rest of our grinder lineup if recipe recall isn't the deciding factor for your bar.

What's in the Box

The EK43 OMNIA ships with a magnetic, adjustable portafilter holder for hands-free dosing under the chute — a first for the EK43 line. Additional hoppers and dosing accessories are sold separately.

Did You Know

• The EK43 OMNIA won a 2024 iF Design Award and a Gold UX Design Award — international recognition for its touchscreen interface and control layout, on top of the grinding platform's existing reputation.

• Its motor runs at little more than half the power of the standard EK43's. The OMNIA's brushless DC motor is rated at 750 W against the EK43's 1,300 W AC motor, spinning at a comparable 1,500 rpm — Mahlkönig credits the switch with lower heat transfer into the beans and reduced vibration at the counter.

• Library Mode is the first onboard recipe memory in the EK43 family. It stores up to 10 recipes — bean name, target dose, and the precise burr distance needed to hit it — and recalls each one with a tap, a step beyond the EK43 and EK43 S's manual, read-the-dial workflow.

What makes the Mahlkönig EK43 OMNIA different from the standard EK43?

The OMNIA adds a touchscreen, onboard Library Mode for up to 10 saved recipes, and a brushless DC motor (750 W vs. the EK43's 1,300 W AC motor) — the 98 mm burr set and overall grind range carry over from the standard EK43.

What burr size does the EK43 OMNIA use?

98 mm cast-steel burrs, rated for roughly 6,000 kg of grind life at a median setting — the same burr set as the rest of the EK43 family.

Does the EK43 OMNIA have grind-by-weight?

Not in the sense of a built-in scale. It offers time-based grinding and recipe recall through Library Mode rather than a gram-target grind-by-weight system.

What is Library Mode on the EK43 OMNIA?

A saved-recipe system storing up to 10 combinations of bean name, target dose, and exact burr distance, recalled from the touchscreen with a tap instead of a manual dial read.

How much does the EK43 OMNIA weigh?

24 kg (53 lb) net, about 28 kg (62 lb) gross.

What awards has the EK43 OMNIA won?

A 2024 iF Design Award and a Gold UX Design Award, both for its interface and control design.

What colors is the EK43 OMNIA available in?

Black and White.