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Decent Espresso

DE1

Data-minded coffee lovers and professionals.

Heating
On-demand heating, no boiler
Group
58 mm portafilter
Control
Full pressure and flow profiling via tablet
Steam
Steam wand
Tier
Connoisseur — Roughly $2,000 and up

The short version

Less a traditional espresso machine than an espresso computer. A tablet lets you design, run and graph every shot, controlling pressure, flow and temperature second by second, and share profiles with other owners.

Why you’ll love it

  • +Unmatched control and real-time shot data
  • +Can mimic many classic machines’ shot styles
  • +Continuous software updates

What to know

  • –Software-driven experience is not for everyone
  • –Industrial looks next to Italian classics
  • –Premium price

Pair it with

The finest grinder you can justify; this machine will reveal everything.

Why the grinder matters most

Specifications are summarized from the manufacturer and can change between model years. Check the current model before buying. Tamp & Temper is independent and not affiliated with Decent Espresso.

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