Kanso Hiku
- Grind range
- 0–860 µm
- Per click
- ≈390.91 µm
- Adjustment
- 2 clicks
- Brew methods
- 9
At its coarsest it reaches about 860 µm, so French Press and Cold Brew sit partly beyond its range.
Settings by brew method
| Brew method | Grind descriptor | Grind size | Clicks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turkish | Extra fine | 70–150 µm | 0.2-0.6 |
| Espresso | Fine | 200–300 µm | 0.5-1.0 |
| Moka Pot | Fine-medium | 300–400 µm | 1.0-1.7 |
| AeroPress | Medium-fine | 400–700 µm | 0.9-2.2 |
| Pour Over (V60) | Medium-fine | 450–650 µm | 1.1-1.8 |
| Siphon | Medium | 500–700 µm | 1-2 |
| Drip / Batch | Medium | 600–800 µm | 0.8-2.2 |
| French Press | Coarse | 900–1200 µm | 1.8-2.2 |
| Cold Brew | Extra coarse | 1000–1400 µm | 2.1-2.2 |
About the Kanso Hiku
The Kanso Hiku is a manual hand grinder with stepped adjustment. At its coarsest it reaches about 860 µm, so French Press and Cold Brew sit partly beyond its range. Each click moves the grind by roughly 390.91 µm.
Kanso Hiku — frequently asked questions
Is the Kanso Hiku a manual or electric grinder?
The Kanso Hiku is a manual hand grinder.
What grind setting should I use for Espresso on the Kanso Hiku?
For espresso on the Kanso Hiku, start around 0.5-1.0 clicks — roughly 200–300 µm — then adjust to taste.
How much does each click change the grind on the Kanso Hiku?
Each click on the Kanso Hiku changes the grind by about 390.91 microns, so you can dial in small steps.
What grind sizes can the Kanso Hiku produce?
The Kanso Hiku grinds from about 0 to 860 µm, covering 9 of the brew methods we chart.
Can I copy grind settings from another grinder to the Kanso Hiku?
Not directly — every grinder's scale is arbitrary, so a number that works on one model won't match the Kanso Hiku. Match the micron range instead, using the chart above.