Ascaso
Steel Duo Plus
Based on 64 Reddit mentions
$2052.75
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How far did you jump from GCP, not because you could, because of taste [No budget]
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
...mcspend in r/espresso
May 5, 2026 8:48 AM
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What would be your “one-and-done” espresso machine?
It doesn't exist as far as I can tell but here are some that are close: Breville Dual Boiler IF it had flow control from the factory and a completely different look lol. I don't hate it but we're talking dream machines here. Ascaso Steel Duo PID Plus IF it had flow control, shot programming could be
...Unlimitedgoats in r/espresso
March 31, 2026 1:24 PM
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Considering the Ascaso Steel Duo Plus but have concerns
I was considering the Ascaso Steel Duo Plus but some things discouraged me; the plug that you need an adapter for (why in the world would a new machine not be plug-in ready??), the rattling noise while heating up for steaming, the top of the machine is slanted sending the cups towards the back and t
...Mysterious-Name989 in r/Ascaso
January 13, 2026 10:45 PM
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Please convince me NOT to buy a La Marzocco Linea Mini R
This post is a year old so I’d assume you’ve made your decision. I would say for anyone who is contemplating this machine, if the price is not an object and after doing your research it’s something you’d really like, go for it! However, I’ve no opinion on the Marzocco since I’ve just recently seen t
...Mysterious-Name989 in r/espresso
January 12, 2026 6:20 PM
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