Macap Grinders: Complete 2026 Model Guide and Alternatives

Macap is one of the longest-running Italian grinder manufacturers and one of the hardest catalogs to compare correctly. Its September 2026 range spans 29 named grinder configurations across timed espresso, grind-by-weight, traditional doser, retail bag grinding, compact home/light-commercial use, and laboratory-style platforms.

This guide separates true mechanical differences from control-panel and finish variations, explains Macap’s model suffixes, lists every current model shown by the manufacturer, summarizes important legacy machines, and compares the closest grinders sold by Espresso Outlet.

Editorial note: Espresso Outlet does not currently sell new Macap grinders. Comparisons identify similar burr classes, duty, or workflow; they do not imply identical performance. Verify the exact voltage, certification, hopper, burr, adjustment, and regional SKU before ordering commercial equipment.

Macap grinders at a glance

Macap history

Macap was founded in 1930 in the Venice area and built equipment for Italian bars and restaurants. Its catalog grew around coffee grinders and dosers, mechanical tampers, and other bar equipment. The company’s Maerne di Martellago address remains in the Venice metropolitan area, and Macap identifies its equipment as Italian-made.¹

For much of its history, Macap followed the durable Italian commercial formula: heavy cast bodies, large hoppers, flat or conical steel burrs, micrometric adjustment, and either a ground-coffee dosing chamber or direct on-demand delivery. That explains why names such as M4, M5, M7, and MX appear across several generations.

Electronic dosing added “D” and “E” variants, while later models added touchscreens, hands-free forks, quieter bodies, and more service-oriented burr access. The current Supra and Supra G platforms move Macap toward low-retention, high-output and grind-by-weight service, while the Leo 55 family addresses smaller counters and lower-volume businesses.

Complete current Macap grinder lineup

The following 29 configurations appear across Macap’s live Supra, Supra G, Pro, Studio, Labo, and Leo pages as of September 2026. Color and voltage variants are not counted as different grinders.

Supra timed on-demand grinders

Both use a 1.5 kg hopper, 3.5-inch touchscreen, Coffee Targeting System, Fast Opening System, and the same 244 × 354 × 638 mm published footprint. The 83 is not automatically the better purchase: it is intended for sites where rush-hour dose speed justifies the added burr and motor capacity.²

Supra G Series grind-by-weight grinders

• Supra 68 G Series — 68 mm grind-by-weight platform.
• Supra 83 G Series — 83 mm high-output grind-by-weight platform.

The “G” changes the dosing method, not merely the display. Instead of estimating ground mass from motor run time, the grinder measures the delivered dose. That can reduce the need to correct timer drift as beans age, humidity changes, or grind settings move. It also adds scale hardware that must remain clean, unobstructed, and properly calibrated.

Pro Instant on-demand grinders

• MI40 Pro — 65 mm flat burrs, 600 W, 3.5–4.0 g/s, 1.2 kg hopper, 3.5-inch touchscreen.
• MI40 Touch — 65 mm flat-burr touchscreen model; lower published power and throughput than MI40 Pro.
• MI20 Touch — smaller touch-controlled instant grinder.
• M42M — traditional on-demand Pro platform.
• M7D — large commercial flat-burr electronic grinder.
• M7DZ — M7D with Macap’s zero-setting adjustment approach.
• MXD — commercial conical-burr electronic grinder.
• MXDZ — MXD with zero-setting adjustment.

MI40 Pro is the clearest modern midpoint. Macap lists height-adjustable hands-free support, a pull-out grounds plate, IP68 activation button, and a grind ring that can return to a defined zero. Stepless adjustment and a side tamper are optional in some configurations, so buyers must inspect the actual specification rather than assume every MI40 Pro is equipped alike.³

M7D and MXD belong to different burr architectures: M7 is associated with a large flat-burr platform, while MX is the conical branch. The Z suffix concerns adjustment workflow; it does not make the flat and conical models equivalent.

Pro Dose traditional doser grinders

• M42
• M7
• M7K
• MX
• MXK

These grinders dispense from a chamber rather than grinding each portion directly into the portafilter. A doser can support rapid repetitive service and familiar Italian bar technique, but coffee may sit in the chamber. Specialty cafés that change coffees frequently or closely track waste generally prefer on-demand or grind-by-weight models.

Pro Shop retail and bag grinders

• MC6
• MC42
• MC7

Shop grinders are designed for bags, brew baskets, or larger containers. They need a wide grind range, efficient grounds exit, and adequate motor duty for retail orders. They should not be selected by matching an espresso grinder’s burr diameter; chute design, clamp, knocker, cooling, and pounds-per-hour performance matter more.

Studio compact grinders

• Silent M2D — compact timed on-demand grinder with noise-oriented enclosure.
• Domus M2E — compact electronic dosing model.
• Domus M2M — compact manual-control model.

Studio models suit home use, offices, very low-volume service, or a secondary coffee better than a sustained rush. “Commercial styling” does not establish commercial duty; buyers should confirm the manufacturer’s recommended workload and local electrical certification.

Labo grinders

• Labo 70D — electronic version with three programmable doses, manual mode, dose counter, and adjustable fork.
• Labo 70M — manual-control version of the 70 mm platform.

Macap publishes 70 mm flat burrs, a 900 W motor, 6 g/s productivity, and a 1.2 kg hopper for both. The 70D weighs 17 kg and the 70M 16.5 kg. A 500 g hopper and single-dose funnel are optional, making Labo relevant to baristas testing varied coffees—not only bag grinding.⁴

Leo 55 grinders

• Leo 55 Touch
• Leo 55
• Leo 55 Essential
• Leo 55 Easy

All four occupy the compact 55 mm flat-burr family, but the interface and feature package differ. Leo 55 Touch is the most fully specified: 300 g hopper, 390 W motor, 1.8–2.2 g/s published output, micrometric adjustment, Silent System, adjustable fork, and 2.4-inch touchscreen. At 131 mm wide and 380 mm high, it addresses counters where full-size commercial grinders are excessive.⁵

How to decode Macap names

Macap alternatives sold by Espresso Outlet

For Supra 68 or MI40 duty, compare Fiorenzato F64 Evo Pro, Ceado E37S, and Mazzer Super Jolly V Pro. The decision should include measured dose time, adjustment behavior, display and recipe controls, cooling, fork fit, and service—not only burr size.

For Supra 83, Compak E8 OD LLS is the closest stocked high-output comparison. For MC-series retail grinding, Compak R120 Eco is a much heavier bulk option, while Compak PK100 fits premium multipurpose and lower-volume professional work.

For someone considering Leo or Studio primarily for a home single-dose workflow, Turin DF64 Gen 2.7 offers 64 mm burr flexibility and bellows-assisted dosing. It is not a hopper-based café replacement.

Commercial sizing and ownership checklist

1. Measure peak demand. Use the busiest 15-minute window, not daily sales. Include milk-drink recovery time and the second grinder used for decaf.
2. Choose dosing intentionally. Timed, grind-by-weight, doser, and manual bag grinding solve different problems.
3. Confirm the exact burr and adjustment. Macap options vary within families and regions.
4. Measure installation space. Include full hopper height, power cord, bean loading, burr access, portafilter clearance, and any side tamper.
5. Check electrical requirements. Never assume an imported commercial grinder matches US voltage or certifications.
6. Plan service before purchase. Identify replacement burrs, electronics, display modules, trained repair options, and the financial cost of downtime.
7. Compare total workflow. A second medium-output grinder may improve redundancy more than one oversized flagship.

Documented legacy Macap grinders

• M2, M2M, M2D, and earlier compact variants.
• M4, M4D, and doser or stepless variants.
• M5, M5D, and related doser configurations.
• Earlier M7, M7D, and M7K control generations.
• MX, MXD, MXK, and MXDL generations.
• MC4 and earlier MC6/MC7 shop-grinder revisions.
• MXA automatic-fill doser versions.
• MD4 and MD5 names found in older regional catalogs.

A used Macap should be identified from its rating plate, not appearance alone. Confirm burr type, voltage, motor condition, bearings, adjustment threads, doser return spring, display availability, and whether replacement electronics remain obtainable.

Macap grinder FAQs

Where are Macap grinders made?

Macap is based in Maerne di Martellago near Venice and identifies its professional bar equipment as Italian-made.

How many current Macap grinders are there?

The official September 2026 category pages show 29 named grinder configurations across six product groups when voltage and color variants are excluded.

What is the difference between Supra 68 and Supra 83?

Supra 68 uses 68 mm flat burrs, a 550 W motor, and published output of 3.8–4.5 g/s. Supra 83 uses 83 mm burrs, 750 W, and 5.5–6 g/s. Both use the same stated hopper capacity, touchscreen size, and footprint.

What does Supra G mean?

G Series models dose by measured weight rather than relying only on grinding time.

Is MI40 Pro the same as MI40 Touch?

No. Both are 65 mm touchscreen grinders, but Macap publishes different power and output figures and gives the Pro a distinct feature package.

Are M7 and MX the same?

No. M7 is a large flat-burr family; MX is associated with a conical-burr commercial platform.

What is the difference between Leo 55 Touch, Leo 55, Essential, and Easy?

They share the compact Leo platform but differ in controls and features. Touch is the fullest touchscreen version; the others simplify the interface and package at successive price points.

Are Macap doser grinders obsolete?

No, but their chamber-based workflow fits traditional high-repeat service better than cafés prioritizing freshness, frequent coffee changes, and waste measurement.

Can a Macap shop grinder be used for espresso?

Some may reach fine settings, but bag grinders and portafilter espresso grinders have different chutes, dosing controls, duty expectations, and adjustment ergonomics.

Which Macap is best for a very busy café?

Supra 83 targets the highest-output espresso role. Whether it is appropriate depends on real peak demand, available power, service coverage, and redundancy planning.

Which Macap is best for a small counter?

Leo 55 and Studio models are the compact choices. Confirm workload before using them as a primary commercial grinder.

Does Espresso Outlet sell Macap?

No regular new Macap line is currently offered. Espresso Outlet carries comparable grinders from Ceado, Compak, Fiorenzato, Mazzer, and Turin.

Final perspective

Macap’s advantage is not one famous grinder but the ability to cover nearly every traditional professional workflow. Its disadvantage is nomenclature complexity. Start with the job—timed espresso, grind by weight, doser service, shop grinding, compact duty, or experimental dosing—then compare the exact model sheet and local service path.

Sources and further reading

1. Macap official site and company history.
2. Macap Supra range and Supra G Series.
3. Macap Pro Line and MI40 Pro specifications.
4. Macap Labo 70D specifications.
5. Macap Leo 55 Touch specifications.
6. Macap Studio Line.

Catalog and specifications last reviewed September 15, 2026. Regional availability can differ.