Ascaso

Steel Duo

Name: Ascaso Steel Duo
Brand: Ascaso
Price: 2986.49 CAD
Availability: InStock

#4 in Espresso Machines

64.9/100

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James Hoffmann’s new video on Americanos

Okay results are in... But before that, here's my setup: Machine: Ascaso Steel Duo PlusBeans: Medium-Dark, Espresso RoastDose: 18g in/40g outPrep: WDT, single tamp Test Setup - Blind taste:#1. Control unit, - Made straight the way I've always done it. Espresso + Water from my machine's tap.#2. With

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inounderscore in r/espresso

April 27, 2026 at 8:32 p.m.

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Anyone think Chinese wave of espresso machines will severely disrupt known market?

I hope so, at least for mid-tier. If I didn't already have my ascaso duo, which I love. I would probably pull the trigger on a Chinese machine.

05Sportster in r/espresso

June 14, 2026 at 11:01 p.m.

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Elizabeth V3 is here snd it’s not ugly!

Fairly similar to ascaso steel duo pid but I guess there’s only so many ways to design an espresso machine.

raskinimiugovor in r/espresso

June 20, 2026 at 9:55 a.m.

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Ex-Breville/Bambino owners, what did you upgrade to?

Ascaso Steel Duo v2 I was spoiled by the Bambino’s quick heat up time, so the dual thermoblock Ascaso appealed to me. Build quality is night and day, the steam is noticeably stronger, and it has tons of adjustments that I’m still leaning to take advantage of. From a pure “how does it taste” perspect

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Admirable_Big_94 in r/espresso

June 22, 2026 at 11:16 a.m.

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My endgame machine arrived - Ascaso Baby T Plus

Got this straight from the Ascaso factory in Barcelona to Iceland, in a custom colour. Upgraded from a Steel Duo v2. We loved the Steel Duo and it served us well for 2 years, but this is a different beast entirely. The steam power is ridiculous, and the constant pressure from the rotary pump, with n

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frnak in r/espresso

August 3, 2025 at 12:01 p.m.

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So I bought a duo plus today… would like to talk about my situation.

I've had a couple of ascaso machines, currently own the dream oud, but had the steel duo. Only complaint I've ever had was temperature calibration not being done from the factory. Never experienced any other issue and always recommend ascaso.

Minute_Pomelo_4593 in r/Ascaso

November 28, 2025 at 6:20 p.m.

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Ex-Breville/Bambino owners, what did you upgrade to?

Ascaso duo. I was so used to the fast warmup I couldn’t give it up.

theaviouschoice in r/espresso

June 22, 2026 at 12:11 p.m.

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Dual Boiler Recommendations? [$1500-$2000]

Love my Ascaso Steel Duo :) Super fast warmup with dual thermoblocks rather than boilers. Individual temp control for each. Externally adjustable OPV. Programmable pre-infusion duration / pause. Two programmable shot volumes.

Admirable_Big_94 in r/espresso

May 3, 2026 at 11:26 p.m.

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Upgrade from Profitec Go - best small dual boiler? [No budget]

The Micra has a PID, just can't be adjusted without the app. Also knobs are better than levers imo, much nicer control of the steam power. If you like the Go just get the Move. You could also get the Lelit Elizabeth? I was considering these 3 but went for an Arkel Coast in the end, but it is a lot b

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thetravdog in r/espresso

May 5, 2026 at 6:26 p.m.

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