H10A

Whats important for consistency and a good espresso: Machine: stable temperature Grinder: consistent grind (particle distribution and size) Other things: Same puck prep every time The problem: If your grinder doesn't have a consistent output and a good particle distribution then having a stable temp

I specialize in cheap espresso.Your setup looks great, but if you wanna upgradethe best cheap AliExpress setup is a hibrew h10a with a timemore whirley portable electric grinder. Throw in a no-name self-leveling tamper for consistency. Complete package for just a tad more than 300$.

Spend a bit more (200E), and get the Hibrew h10A. It has a 58mm portafilter, and a steel lined thermoblock (water is not touching aluminum, basically). With good care, it's a great cheap little machine, that will last you a long time, and make great coffee.

Hibrew H10A was $200 last Black Friday. Probably as good as it gets for the price. [edit] FWIW, I own the H10A and it was a great beginner espresso machine for me. I use it daily to make flat whites. It's not built for life, but I haven't had an issues after a year of daily use. It's also well revie

i'm so torn between the cipher and the hibrew g5. g5 is a fantastic deal when i get it as a set with the h10a, but the cipher looks like a better grinder on paper..

I have it for one month. My only comment is that you need to invest some time in learning the app. I have no experience with similar machines like the Decent, so I cannot compare it with those. The chinese in the app and in some explanation videos definitely add a layer of confusion but in the end i

I have a Hibrew H10A, it works quite well and is around 300$ with a Kingrinder C2 about 100$. If you are looking for under 500$ I think that would be the best one to go. Or replace Hibrew with a similar priced machine. Electronic grinder that grind fine enough for espresso will cost just as much as

HiBrew H10A / H10 Plus — The only true spec-fit in your budget and requirements. Budan Espresso Machine — safer beginner, slightly less capable. Gaggia Classic Evo Pro - Bit expensive than your budget, but it fits all your requirements.

The Chinese Hibrew machines are really disrupting the home espresso market. The Hibrew H10A is around 26k and I think it’s one of the best budget entry level machines you can get. There are many reviews on YouTube, check them out.

Hibrew h10a Next dedica if budget is constrained.