LELIT Fred Espresso Grinder

Italian Craftsmanship at an Accessible Price

Lelit brings over 35 years of Italian engineering expertise to the Fred, creating a grinder that delivers far more value than its modest price suggests. The all-stainless-steel body (a rarity at this price point), professional-grade burrs, and stepless adjustment system rival grinders costing twice as much. This is genuine Italian quality made accessible to everyone starting their espresso journey.

Stepless Micrometric Adjustment: Infinite Control

The Fred's standout feature is its stepless micrometric grind adjustment—an infinite adjustment system allowing micro-fine tuning between any two settings. Unlike stepped grinders with predetermined positions, the Fred lets you dial in your espresso to the exact grind size needed for any bean origin, roast level, or extraction target. This level of precision is typically found only on higher-end grinders.

38mm Stainless Steel Conical Burrs

The Fred's 38mm conical burrs grind at low RPM (1400), minimizing heat generation that can compromise flavor. Stainless steel construction ensures durability and consistent performance for years. While not the largest burrs available, they're perfectly sized for home espresso use—producing uniform particle distribution and the fine, consistent grinds essential for balanced extractions.

Programmable Timed Dosing

Set your preferred grind time (2-20 seconds) and the Fred automatically stops when that duration is reached. Program different times for single and double shots, making your morning routine faster and more consistent. While weighing doses on a scale is still recommended for ultimate precision, timed dosing provides excellent repeatability once dialed in.

Compact, Space-Saving Design

At just 13.2" tall and 4.5" wide, the Fred fits comfortably on any countertop without dominating your espresso station. Weighing only 6 lbs, it's also easy to move or store when needed—perfect for smaller kitchens or those wanting to keep a clean counter aesthetic.

For Beginning Home Baristas

The Fred is the ideal first espresso grinder for those starting their home barista journey. The combination of stepless adjustment for precision dialing, quality burrs for consistent grinding, and straightforward operation makes learning espresso approachable. You won't outgrow this grinder quickly—many users report years of excellent service as their skills develop.

Pairing with Entry-Level Machines

Designed as the perfect companion to the Lelit Anna espresso machine (matching aesthetics, blue indicator light, similar build quality), the Fred also pairs beautifully with other entry-level machines like Gaggia Classic Pro, Rancilio Silvia, or Breville Bambino Plus. The grinder's quality matches or exceeds these machines' capabilities.

Single-Dose Grinding Workflow

While the Fred has a 250g hopper, many users treat it as a single-dose grinder—weighing beans before grinding for maximum consistency. This workflow pairs perfectly with the low-retention design and ensures every shot uses freshly ground coffee at the exact dose you need.

Secondary Grinder for Cafés

Low-volume coffee shops often use the Fred as a dedicated grinder for decaf, guest roasters, or single-origin offerings. The compact size saves counter space while providing the grind quality needed for specialty coffee service.

Initial Setup

1. Remove all packaging materials
2. Place grinder on stable, level surface
3. Plug into grounded outlet (110-120V)
4. Fill hopper with fresh espresso beans (max 250g)
5. Turn on using rear power switch
6. Adjust grind setting before first use

Grind Adjustment

1. Locate micrometric adjustment dial on top of grinder
2. Turn clockwise for finer grind (slower extraction)
3. Turn counterclockwise for coarser grind (faster extraction)
4. Make small adjustments—tiny changes significantly impact extraction
5. Always purge a few grams after adjusting to clear old settings
6. Note: Hundreds of rotations needed to go from espresso to drip (use for espresso only)

Programming Timed Doses

1. Hold side-mounted button until blue light goes out
2. Each button press adds 0.5 seconds of grind time
3. Program desired time (typically 4-7 seconds for espresso)
4. Test dose, weigh output on scale
5. Adjust time as needed for your target dose
6. Setting saves automatically

Daily Grinding Workflow

Single-Dose Method (Recommended):

1. Weigh beans for your shot (typically 16-20g)
2. Pour beans into hopper
3. Place portafilter on fork
4. Press and hold microswitch until grinding stops
5. Distribute and tamp grounds
6. Pull your shot

Timed-Dose Method:

1. Fill hopper with beans
2. Place portafilter on fork
3. Press and hold microswitch
4. Grinder automatically stops after programmed time
5. Weigh dose to confirm consistency
6. Adjust grind time if needed

Dialing In Espresso

1. Start with medium-fine setting (factory setting may be too fine—turn 4-6 rotations coarser initially)
2. Pull test shot and time extraction
3. Target: 18g in, 36g out, 25-30 seconds
4. Too fast (under-extracted)? Adjust finer
5. Too slow (over-extracted)? Adjust coarser
6. Purge 2-3g between adjustments
7. Repeat until shot tastes balanced

• Lelit Fred Espresso Grinder
• Bean Hopper with Lid (250g capacity)
• Ground Coffee Container
• Cleaning Brush
• User Manual
• Warranty Card

Technical Specifications

Burr System

Burr Type: Conical

Material: Stainless steel

Diameter: 38mm

RPM: 1400

Adjustment: Stepless micrometric

Motor & Power

Power: 150 watts

Voltage: 110-120V (US standard)

Operation: Low-speed, low-heat

Dosing

Mode: On-demand (button-activated)

Timing: Programmable 2-20 seconds

Activation: Press-and-hold microswitch

Capacity & Build

Hopper: 250g (8.8 oz)

Body Material: Polished stainless steel

Fork: Stainless steel, adjustable

Physical

Dimensions: 13.2"H × 4.5"W × 7.1"D

Weight: Approximately 6 lbs (2.7 kg)

Footprint: Compact, space-saving

Country of Origin: Italy