Anfim Coffee Grinders: History, Complete Model Guide & Alternatives
Anfim represents the Milanese commercial-espresso tradition inside Hemro Group’s four-brand grinder portfolio. Its current catalog is unusually focused—Alba, Luna, and Pratica—while older Scody and Caimano machines remain common in cafés and on the used market.
Editorial note: Espresso Outlet does not currently sell new Anfim grinders. The comparisons below identify similar roles, burr classes, or workflows; they are not claims that the machines are identical. Confirm voltage, duty cycle, hopper clearance, parts, and regional availability before ordering commercial equipment.
Quick comparison: Anfim grinders and Espresso Outlet alternatives
| Shopping goal | Anfim models to research | Comparable Espresso Outlet choices |
|---|---|---|
| Value commercial espresso | Pratica | Mazzer Super Jolly V Pro |
| Modern 64–65 mm espresso | Luna | Fiorenzato F64 Evo Pro or Ceado E37S |
| High-volume large-burr espresso | Alba | Compak E8 OD LLS |
| Home single dosing | No current Anfim model | Turin DF64 Gen 2.7 |
Anfim brand history
Anfim traces its espresso-grinding experience to Milan in 1932. The company’s identity centers on traditional Italian espresso service: hopper-fed commercial grinders designed for repeatable café dosing.1
The brand built its reputation with Caimano, Super Caimano, Haus, Best, and Scody families in doser and on-demand forms. These grinders paired familiar Italian cast-metal construction with different burr diameters, cooling packages, and electronic controls.
Anfim became part of Hemro Group, alongside Mahlkönig, Ditting, and HeyCafé. The current range was simplified around Pratica, Luna, and Alba, each aimed at a different level of volume and investment while maintaining the commercial espresso focus.
Current Anfim grinder lineup
Anfim’s official 2026 public portfolio lists three active grinder families. Regional distributors may still have new-old-stock versions of earlier grinders.
| Model or family | Status | Primary use | What distinguishes it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pratica | Current | Traditional on-demand espresso | Value-focused commercial grinder with familiar Italian workflow. |
| Luna | Current | Medium/high-volume espresso | Modern 65 mm platform emphasizing performance and value. |
| Alba | Current | High-volume espresso | Large-burr, high-output flagship for demanding bars. |
Pratica
Pratica continues the accessible on-demand role. It is appropriate for operators who want programmable espresso doses and a conventional portafilter workflow without paying for the highest-output platform. Confirm the exact regional burr and electrical specification.
Luna
Luna is the middle of the current line and the model most likely to be compared with premium 64–65 mm café grinders. It combines a modern interface, hands-free support, and commercial cooling/throughput priorities.
Alba
Alba is the high-volume model. Its larger burr platform is designed to reduce dose time during rushes and manage demanding workloads. A café that cannot use the extra throughput may gain more from a second grinder or weight-based dosing than from choosing the largest motor.
Documented discontinued and legacy Anfim grinders
Manufacturer catalogs often count voltage, hopper, burr, finish, and control-panel configurations as separate SKUs. This directory records meaningful named grinder families and operating variants rather than treating every electrical or cosmetic version as a new model.
- Best and Best On Demand.
- Haus and Haus Self.
- Caimano and Caimano On Demand.
- Super Caimano, Super Caimano On Demand and Super Caimano On Demand II.
- Scody and Scody II.
- Scody II On Demand and Scody II Timer.
- SP II and KS doser-era models.
- Practica/Pratica earlier spelling and control revisions.
How the closest Espresso Outlet alternatives differ
Fiorenzato F64 Evo Pro and Ceado E37S are strong Luna-class comparisons because they combine premium on-demand workflow with commercial burr and cooling systems. Mazzer Super Jolly V Pro is a useful Pratica comparison for a smaller traditional café role.
Compak E8 OD LLS is the clearest Espresso Outlet comparison for Alba’s high-output large-flat-burr assignment. Compare dose speed at the actual espresso setting and coffee—not only nominal burr diameter.
Commercial sizing checklist
- Peak volume: size for the busiest 15–30 minutes, not the daily average. Include the second grinder used for decaf or guest coffee.
- Dosing system: choose manual doser, timed on-demand, or grind by weight intentionally; each changes speed, training, and waste.
- Burr and motor: compare geometry, diameter, speed, cooling, and rated duty rather than treating burr diameter as a complete performance score.
- Installation: check exact voltage, amperage, plug, total height with hopper, counter depth, and portafilter or bag clearance.
- Ownership: verify burr life, cleaning access, replacement electronics, local service, warranty, and the cost of downtime.
Anfim grinder FAQs
Is Anfim owned by Mahlkönig?
No. Anfim and Mahlkönig are separate brands owned within Hemro Group.
Where are Anfim grinders made?
Anfim identifies Milan as its origin and operates production through Hemro’s Italian facility.
Which current Anfim is for the highest volume?
Alba is positioned as the high-volume model; Luna occupies the performance/value middle and Pratica the traditional entry position.
Are Scody and Caimano still current?
They are legacy families rather than the core 2026 public lineup. Used units should be evaluated for parts, burr condition, and exact voltage.
Does Espresso Outlet sell Anfim?
No regular Anfim line is currently sold.
Final perspective
Anfim’s modern catalog is easier to navigate than its legacy catalog: Pratica for accessible commercial service, Luna for the center of a modern espresso bar, and Alba when rush-hour output is the governing requirement.
Explore Espresso Outlet’s commercial coffee grinders, home coffee grinders, or contact us with expected drinks per hour, coffees offered, dosing method, counter space, voltage, and budget.
Sources and further reading
Last reviewed for model availability and specifications in September 2026. Regional catalogs can differ.
