Timemore Millab M01 – Hand Grinder with 44 mm Pineapple Burr
Heavy and cool in your hand, the adjustment dial turns silky like the focus ring of a lens. A firm, quiet resistance as you crank, and the grounds fall evenly into the cup.
The M01 is the joint development of Millab and Timemore – a hand grinder that puts technology and feel front and center, covering everything from espresso to French Press. Coffee Coaching Club carries Timemore in Switzerland.
The Pineapple Burr
At its center sits a 44 millimeter conical burr made from SUS420 stainless steel with the characteristic Pineapple geometry. The idea behind it: bring the evenness of a flat burr into a cone. The extended grind path – comparable to a 64 millimeter flat – creates a very narrow particle distribution with little fines, all while cranking stays pleasantly light. The result is clear, clean cups from espresso to filter.
Adjustment like a camera lens
Grind size is set via an external, numbered adjustment dial that works like the focus ring of a camera – 100 clicks of 0.0125 millimeters each, so you can see exactly where you are and find a recipe again any time. The burr gap starts at 0.0725 millimeters, the finest value of any Timemore hand grinder so far. P7-grade bearings with a radial runout of under 3 micrometers keep the motion buttery smooth and even.
Materials and handling
The aluminum housing with a matte textured surface feels grippy and substantial in the hand; at around 1.1 kilograms, the grinder sits with real heft. The catch cup holds around 50 grams and clicks into place via a threadless snap coupling – quick access, easy cleaning. A rubber base keeps it in place while grinding.
At a glance
| Burr |
Conical, Pineapple, 44 mm |
| Burr material |
SUS420 stainless steel |
| Grind path |
extended (comparable to 64 mm flat) |
| Grind adjustment |
external dial, 100 clicks, 0.0125 mm/click |
| Burr gap |
from 0.0725 mm |
| Bearings |
P7-custom, radial runout < 3 µm |
| Catch cup |
~50 g, threadless snap coupling |
| Housing |
Aluminum, matte textured |
| Brew range |
Espresso to French Press |
| Weight |
approx. 1100 g |
| What's included |
Grinder, catch cup, handle, knob, cleaning brush, manual |
| Development |
Millab & Timemore |
Who it's for
For anyone who grinds by hand and wants a tool that works precisely and feels high-quality to use – from espresso to Pour-Over with one device. Nobody needs this much technology in a hand grinder; people want it. If you prefer something lighter and more compact, you'll find alternatives in our Timemore Grinders or the Hand Grinders.
Order directly online
Click and Collect in Bern, Gerberngasse 44 or Zurich, Hagenholzstrasse 50b – where you can experience the grinder live.
What goes with it
For hand-brewed espresso, a lever machine from our Flair-Espresso Collection is a good match. For filter coffee, a hand brewer from our Hario Collection or the Aeropress. A scale rounds out the workflow – affordable from the Normcore range or with app and flow-rate display from the Acaia Collection. Add fresh beans like Cozy Chocolate, Nutty Delight or Very Nutty.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Pineapple burr?
A 44 mm conical burr made from SUS420 stainless steel with a geometry that brings the extended grind path of a flat burr into a cone. This results in a narrow particle distribution with little fines and light cranking.
Is the M01 suitable for espresso?
Yes. Using the external dial with 100 clicks of 0.0125 millimeters each, you can dial in anywhere from very fine for espresso to coarse for French Press. The fine burr gap starting at 0.0725 millimeters supports precise espresso settings.
What's included?
The grinder, the catch cup, handle and knob, a cleaning brush and the manual.
Can I see it before buying?
Yes, in our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich Oerlikon (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) you can experience the grinder live.
Roastery tip
With the M01, a chocolatey, nutty profile unfolds real depth – try Cozy Chocolate or Nutty Delight, 1:2 as a starting point for espresso. Thanks to its fine grind profile, it's also a pleasure with light, fruity beans like Wild Peach in Pour-Over. That's our recommendation, one of many.
