32 results for "ecm"

Niche Zero Test: the single-dosing grinder with almost no retention

We tested the Niche Zero twice and measured 0.82 g absolute retention. What this single-dosing grinder can do, where it falls short, and what it will cost in 2026.

Hand grinder, single dosing or grind-by-weight: How to find the right grinder

Not every grinder fits every coffee routine. Someone who pulls the same espresso every morning needs something different than someone who regularly switches between single origins. We will go throu...

AVX-DB1 Hero X / MiiCoffee Apex / Turin Legato Reviewed

AVX-DB1 Hero X (also: MiiCoffee Apex, Turin Legato) tested: 4.8/10 points. Impressive temperature stability after warm-up. Cold start is problematic. For beginners with patience.

Sage Dual Boiler in the test: dual boiler from €999 – is it worth it?

Sage the Dual Boiler in independent testing: 8 minute heat-up time, dual PID, adjustable pre-infusion – from €999. All measurements, strengths and weaknesses.

Ascaso Steel Duo PID Test: Update & Plus Version

We tested the Ascaso Steel Duo PID, the update and the plus version: temperature stability, energy consumption, milk froth and weaknesses under review.

Profitec Twist SD54 – Single Dosing Espresso Grinder Review

The Profitec Twist SD54 is a compact single-dosing espresso grinder that truly convinced us in testing, both in terms of flavor and in many other respects. We thoroughly tested the grinder in all c...

Sage the Oracle Dual Boiler in our espresso machine review

The Sage Oracle Dual Boiler is a high-end, all-in-one espresso machine that automates almost everything from grinding to milk frothing. In our test, it impressed with a very fast heat-up time, stab...

Thermoblock portafilter in test: 20 machines measured

Thermoblock portafilters heat up in minutes and use a fraction of the electricity of a boiler machine. We measured 20 machines using the same protocol and found differences of 7.6 degrees between d...