Steel Duo

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

If you like the convenience factor with the Bambino, I'd look at the Ascaso Steel Uno/Duo PID; also the Lucca Tempo at Clive Coffee.

Short answer (my opinion): If you are more traditional or casual with your espresso then go with the Ascaso. If you are more creative or like to experiment with your espresso then get the Fellow ES1. Long answer (my reasoning): I’ve had the ascaso for 6 years now and it still makes excellent espress

Funny enough I feel like I’m going in circles with machines, I was looking at the eureka Mignon oro oro, it’s a difficult world of grinders to navigate haha I mostly drink milk drinks, but we host a lot and so espresso is a popular choice, generally medium to dark roasts, I just got an Ascaso steel

I would advise against a Synchronika. The energy consumption is huge and it's a complete overkill whenever you don't have a full house. It is often referenced here on Reddit but I don't really understand why. It is expensive, the tech is old and you heat 30 kg of metal for sometimes as little as 1-2