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.

Very confused. Your picture has a Dedica, yet your text has the number for the Linea, not sure on the Linea but the Dedica is made in DeLonghi's own China factory (think all their small machines are). Dedica is a good machine, would avoid the Linea although have no experience but it looks 'odd' (see

If you are going to go the Breville route, it’s probably safer to get a new Bambino (edit to add: the HiBrew H10A is also getting a lot of attn) and something like an Encore ESP or DF54 grinder. “Well maintained” is relative and these machines have a spotty history.