Wacaco Exagrind
- Grind range
- 0–800 µm
- Per click
- ≈13.33 µm
- Adjustment
- 60 clicks
- Brew methods
- 9
At its coarsest it reaches about 800 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 | 0-5 |
| Espresso | Fine | 200–300 µm | 3-17 |
| Moka Pot | Fine-medium | 300–400 µm | 16-38 |
| AeroPress | Medium-fine | 400–700 µm | 13-60 |
| Pour Over (V60) | Medium-fine | 450–650 µm | 19-41 |
| Siphon | Medium | 500–700 µm | 17-48 |
| Drip / Batch | Medium | 600–800 µm | 12-56 |
| French Press | Coarse | 900–1200 µm | 41-60 |
| Cold Brew | Extra coarse | 1000–1400 µm | 49-60 |
About the Wacaco Exagrind
The Wacaco Exagrind is a manual hand grinder with stepped adjustment. At its coarsest it reaches about 800 µm, so French Press and Cold Brew sit partly beyond its range. Each click moves the grind by roughly 13.33 µm.
Wacaco Exagrind — frequently asked questions
Is the Wacaco Exagrind a manual or electric grinder?
The Wacaco Exagrind is a manual hand grinder.
What grind setting should I use for Espresso on the Wacaco Exagrind?
For espresso on the Wacaco Exagrind, start around 3-17 clicks — roughly 200–300 µm — then adjust to taste.
How much does each click change the grind on the Wacaco Exagrind?
Each click on the Wacaco Exagrind changes the grind by about 13.33 microns, so you can dial in small steps.
What grind sizes can the Wacaco Exagrind produce?
The Wacaco Exagrind grinds from about 0 to 800 µm, covering 9 of the brew methods we chart.
Can I copy grind settings from another grinder to the Wacaco Exagrind?
Not directly — every grinder's scale is arbitrary, so a number that works on one model won't match the Wacaco Exagrind. Match the micron range instead, using the chart above.