Quick answer
Choose the LAB Mörser + Stößel-Set No. 1.4 if you mostly grind small amounts of spices, herbs or seeds and want a lighter set on the counter. Choose No. 2.4 if you regularly crush larger batches and prefer the stability of a heavier 2.4 kg bowl.
Why the 2.4 kg bowl changes your workflow
The No. 2.4 set is built around a massive 2.4 kg mortar bowl. That weight is not just a number: a heavier bowl stays put while you press and grind, so you can use firmer strokes without chasing the mortar across the counter. If you grind herbs and spices in larger quantities or work with fibrous ingredients, that extra stability is the main practical difference.
The trade-off is handling. A 2.4 kg bowl is more effort to lift, move to the sink and store. If you like to keep your mortar within arm's reach and only grind a pinch at a time, the lighter No. 1.4 set will feel more agile in daily use.
What the catalog does and does not tell you
Both sets are described as versatile kitchen all-rounders for aromatic spices, herbs and superfoods such as chia seeds and goji berries, and both include a pestle designed for crushing and grinding. The catalog confirms two bowl sizes exist in the LAB series, but it does not list the exact capacity of each bowl or the weight of the No. 1.4 set. Treat those as decision limitations: if precise volume matters to you, use the weight difference and your typical batch size as the deciding factors rather than guessing at milliliters.
Decision rules for choosing your LAB Mörser size
- Match the set to your typical batch: If you usually grind a small pinch of spices or a few herbs at a time, pick No. 1.4. If you regularly crush handfuls of herbs, seeds or berries for a full recipe, pick No. 2.4. Write down your most common grinding task before you decide.
- Weigh stability against handling: Choose No. 2.4 when you want the bowl to stay firmly in place during firm pressure. Choose No. 1.4 when you prefer a set that is easier to lift, move and tuck away.
- Check your storage and sink routine: Measure the spot where the mortar will live. The 2.4 kg bowl needs more clearance and is heavier to carry to the sink; if you have limited shelf space or prefer lighter cleanup, No. 1.4 is the more practical fit. Confirm your storage height before ordering the larger set.
- Accept the catalog's limits: Exact bowl capacities are not listed for either set. Base your choice on the confirmed 2.4 kg weight of the larger bowl and on the batch sizes you actually grind, not on assumed volume.
Product facts at a glance
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LAB Mörser + Stößel-Set 'No. 1.4': LAB Mörser + Stößel-Set No. 1.4 is the smaller of the two LAB mortar-and-pestle sets, with a solid bowl and a pestle for crushing and grinding. The smaller format suits everyday spice grinding and takes up less counter space, so it is the easier set to keep out and use often.
LAB Mörser + Stößel-Set 'No. 1.4'
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LAB Mörser + Stößel-Set 'No. 2.4': LAB Mörser + Stößel-Set No. 2.4 has a massive 2.4 kg mortar bowl and a pestle for crushing and grinding. The 2.4 kg bowl gives you a stable base for larger batches and firmer grinding, but it is heavier to lift and store.
LAB Mörser + Stößel-Set 'No. 2.4'
LAB Mörser + Stößel-Set 'No. 2.4'
Who each LAB Mörser set suits
Best for
- Home cooks who grind small amounts of spices and herbs and want a lighter, easy-to-store set (No. 1.4)
- Cooks who regularly crush larger batches and value a heavy, stable bowl (No. 2.4)
Not for
- Anyone who needs a confirmed large-capacity bowl for big batches should not choose No. 1.4 without checking the size in person
- Anyone who wants a light, easy-to-lift mortar should not choose No. 2.4