Steel Duo Plus

Ascaso Steel Duo PID. Best decision so far. The controllable PID, the adjustable OPV and the big jump in steam power are a game changer. Shots are much tastier and way more consistent too. It probably won't be my end game setup, but as of now, I don't have any machine that triggers my upgradetitis.

Have you considered the Ascaso Steel Duo Pid? Sounds like it might be an option.

I very honestly believe that in terms of espresso taste a modified Gaggia is top tier. The ability to do pressure and flow profiling opens up a completely new potential which most high-end machines cannot provide. I could only imagine that e.g. a Decent, Meticulous or San Remo You could be somewhat

4 months into my Ascaso Steel Duo PID Plus ownership here. Here are my pros and cons: Pros Fast heat up. 5 mins with the portafilter in the group head and a quick flush = ready for business Can pull a shot and steam at the same time Fantastic back-to-back consistency Engaging u/x with the clicky swi

https://www.coffeefriend.eu/p/coffee-machine-ascaso-steel-duo-pid-blackwood/ https://www.coffeefriend.eu/p/coffee-grinder-baratza-encore-esp/ Gotta pay extra premium to steam at the same time. I just upgraded to the Ascaso Duo Plus from a Bambino Plus and I'm still going through a learning phase wit

Bambino Plus and a Baratza Encore ESP Pro would be a super solid starter setup. I have that grinder and a Barista Pro which has the same internals more or less of the Bambino Plus and I've been using it every day since 2020 and it's still going. Once it dies (or if I move to the EU which may happen

Something like the Ascaso Steel Duo PID plus would allow you to save/store a shot time for both the single and double switch. You can dial it in then just save the time as you like, then your wife can just repeat it as she needs. Should leave you $500 or so left over for a good grinder which I assum

We need more information to provide constructive feedback. What machine are you using? Are you thoroughly cleaning and drying the portafilter and basket? Is the basket clogged after the first shot? Are you pulling a second shot through the same puck as the first shot (sorry, have to ask)? A lot of b

Wish I had gotten the Ascaso Steel Duo Plus also and not just for looks. I also like all the features and accessories it comes with. I opted against it because there was some question as to whether the amps and even the plug would be compatible with the house. I also read about a loud knocking noise

Absolutely loving my ascaso steel duo plus. Dual boilers are so over rated compared to dual thermoblocks for casual home use. I can slam back to back shots and steaming simultaneously, have great settings etc and a fraction of the bulk and energy usage.