ECM

Buy ECM coffee machines in Switzerland – espresso manufacture from Germany

The lever of the E61 group clicks firmly upwards, the pump kicks in, and the first drop comes away from the portafilter – dark, syrupy, with a crema like honey. An ECM is built around exactly this feeling: classic Italian espresso mechanics from a German manufacturer. In 1996, founder Wolfgang Hauck brought his first own products to market. Today ECM manufactures at two sites: single-boiler and heat exchanger machines in Italy, the Synchronika, the commercial machines and the grinders by hand in Germany.

With us you'll find the ECM family: the single boiler Puristika for pure espresso, the heat exchangers Mechanika VI Slim, Mechanika MAX with Smart HX® and Elektronika Profi II with rotary pump, the dual boilers Synchronika 2 OLED, Synchronika Heritage Line and Estetika – and for your café the two-group Elektronika Profi Due.

Our guide comparing all models shows which ECM suits you, and the comparison ECM vs. Rocket vs. Profitec puts them in context. In our showrooms in Bern and Zurich-Oerlikon we show a wide selection, but not our entire range – the display changes. Drop us a quick line at [email protected] before your visit, and we will check which ECM is currently there.

ECM (Espresso Coffee Machines Manufacture GmbH) was founded in 1996 by Wolfgang Hauck. Before that, he had built up deep know-how over decades as the exclusive importer of Italian brands such as Gaggia, Cimbali, Pavoni, Quick and Vibiemme. ECM's own range began with the first ECM Technika. In 2005, the cooperation with the Italian partner of the same name ended; design, engineering and product development moved entirely to Germany, and in 2007 ECM took production into its own hands at its own facility in Milan. In 2009, Michael Hauck, the founder's son, joined the management. Profitec is ECM's sister company. Today ECM manufactures at two locations: the single boilers and heat exchangers in Italy, the Synchronika dual boilers, the commercial machines and all grinders by hand in Germany. The company is based in Bammental near Heidelberg. Coffee Coaching Club is ECM's partner in Switzerland – with personal consultation and showrooms in Bern and Zurich.

What makes ECM special

Three things. First: handcraft from a manufactory – ECM builds the Synchronika dual boilers, the commercial machines and all grinders by hand in Germany. Second: the E61 tradition, taken further. ECM has developed the E61 brew group further and applied for a patent. The ECM E61 with stainless steel bell is found in the Mechanika VI Slim, the Mechanika MAX and the Synchronika, for example – with the characteristic thermosiphon circuit and the mechanical lever. With the Synchronika 2 OLED and the Estetika, ECM goes one step further with additionally heated brew groups. Third: a complete model range – from the single boiler for pure espresso to the two-group commercial machine for professional use in limited spaces.

ECM machines with an E61 brew group use 58 mm portafilters – the standard size of the E61, compatible with many precision baskets and 58 mm tampers.

The ECM family at Coffee Coaching Club

Single Boilers

ECM Classika PID

The single boiler with PID: you set the coffee boiler temperature to the degree, and during extraction the same display shows the shot time in seconds. Your shot becomes repeatable on the scale: we brew by weight, not by time. Add an insulated 0.75-litre stainless steel boiler, the chrome-plated ECM brew group with adjustable expansion valve, a vibratory pump and a water tank of around 2.8 litres. For anyone who mostly makes espresso and the occasional cappuccino. CHF 1,389.95.

ECM Puristika

The single boiler for pure espresso: a slim, rounded body, a freely positionable glass water tank of around 2 litres, PID control, a 0.75-litre stainless steel boiler and the ECM brew group with stainless steel bell – deliberately without a steam or hot water outlet. For anyone who drinks their espresso black and is looking for a calm, pared-back machine. CHF 1,449.95.

Heat Exchangers (E61 Heat Exchanger)

ECM Mechanika VI Slim

The slim E61 heat exchanger. Brew and steam simultaneously thanks to the heat exchanger architecture, classic E61 brew group, vibratory pump, compact footprint. For home baristas with a regular cappuccino workflow. From CHF 1,979.95.

ECM Mechanika VI Slim PID Exclusive Line

The Mechanika VI Slim with PID and front display: on just 25 cm of width you see boiler temperature, shot time and status at a glance. Three selectable boiler temperatures, ECM E61 group with stainless steel bell and a low-noise vibratory pump – in cream, black or chrome. For setups with limited space and a wish for visible shot control. As an Exclusive Line model, we advise you in person and hand it over to you in the showroom. From CHF 2,149.95.

ECM Mechanika MAX

The smart heat exchanger with Smart HX® and direct successor to the Mechanika IV: a sensor on the brew group monitors the temperature, the Flush Advisor shows you the right moment for a cooling flush, and with Brew Temperature Control you set the brew temperature directly. Plus a quiet rotary pump, switchable to a direct water connection, and the patented ECM E61 with stainless steel bell. For anyone drawn to the direct temperature control of a dual boiler who values the simplicity of a heat exchanger. CHF 2,489.95.

ECM Mechanika MAX Black Edition

The same technology as the Mechanika MAX – Smart HX® with Brew Temperature Control and Flush Advisor, quiet rotary pump switchable to plumbed-in water, ECM E61 group with stainless steel bell – in matte black with chrome accents on the brew group, portafilters, gauge and rotary valves. For anyone who wants their machine to blend more calmly into the kitchen. CHF 2,589.95.

ECM Elektronika Profi II

The heat exchanger with a quiet rotary pump: a stainless steel boiler with heat exchanger supplies brewing and steam at the same time, you can switch between water tank and plumbed-in water, and the volume can be programmed individually. Plus an automatic cleaning programme and a design inspired by the two-group Elektronika Profi Due. From CHF 2,549.95.

Dual Boilers

ECM Technika VI

The dual boiler with ECM-61 brew group: two separately heated boilers let you brew and froth at the same time, you set the brew temperature via PID – and if needed, you can run the Technika VI as a single boiler. With Fast Heat-Up it is ready in around 11 minutes, the quiet rotary pump works with the tank or a direct water connection, and there are programmable on/off times plus active and passive pre-infusion. CHF 2,949.95.

ECM Synchronika Anthracite

The Synchronika in anthracite: a powder-coated chassis combined with polished stainless steel. Underneath, a dual boiler with an insulated coffee boiler (0.75 litres) and steam boiler (2.0 litres), PID control for both boilers with shot time display, the patented ECM E61 with stainless steel bell, quick-steam valves with 70-degree mechanism and a quiet rotary pump, switchable to a direct water connection. CHF 3,389.95.

ECM Synchronika Heritage Line

The Synchronika in Heritage design: anthracite side panels, a satin stainless steel front and copper accents on the gauges, valves and rail. Underneath, the familiar Synchronika technology – two stainless steel boilers (0.75-litre brew boiler, 2.0-litre steam boiler), each with its own PID, ECM E61 group and a quiet rotary pump switchable to plumbed-in water. It reaches the espresso range after around 8 minutes; for full temperature stability, allow around 20 minutes. CHF 2,889.95.

ECM Synchronika 2 OLED Exclusive Line

The next Synchronika generation: via a discreet OLED display with rotary knob you control boiler temperatures, shot time, active and passive pre-infusion, ECO mode and maintenance reminders. The ECM brew group with additional heating cartridges (Core Heat) brings it into the espresso range in around 6.5 minutes. Quiet rotary pump, switchable to a direct water connection. As an Exclusive Line model it is excluded from shipping – we advise you in person and hand it over to you in Bern or Zurich Oerlikon. CHF 3,689.95.

ECM Estetika Exclusive Line

The latest dual boiler interpretation of the Synchronika line: matte black housing, a newly shaped heated brew group, 3C Temp with three programmable volume buttons and Shot Observer. Like the Synchronika 2 OLED, it is only available through the ECM Exclusive Line – personal advice in the showroom instead of online checkout. From CHF 4,389.95.

Commercial

ECM Elektronika Profi Due – the two-group machine

The commercial machine from the ECM Commercial Line, according to ECM ideal for professional use in limited spaces: two brew groups, a copper boiler of around 4 litres, a rotary pump with adjustable pressure and operation via water tank or direct water connection – handmade in Germany. The requirements for electricity, water and installation location are different from home machines – we discuss this individually before purchase. CHF 4,549.95.

ECM and Profitec – sister companies with their own signature

Profitec is ECM's sister company – both share the motto “Make coffee yours”. Each brand has its own portfolio and design language. At ECM, the patented ECM E61 with stainless steel bell, the Synchronika family and the additionally heated brew groups of the Synchronika 2 OLED and Estetika set the tone. Which brand suits you better is often a matter of taste – both are legitimate. Our comparison ECM vs. Rocket vs. Profitec shows the differences in detail.

Who is ECM for

ECM is for anyone who wants to combine German precision with Italian espresso tradition. Home baristas who see their espresso as a ritual and value E61 mechanics. People looking for a handmade machine that will accompany them for many years. If you are looking for an entry into the ECM world: Classika PID or – for pure espresso without steam – Puristika. If you want the classic heat exchanger workflow: Mechanika VI Slim or Mechanika VI Slim PID Exclusive Line. If you want to set the brew temperature directly in a heat exchanger: Mechanika MAX with Smart HX®. If you want two separate boilers: Technika VI or Synchronika in its various versions.

For those who prefer Italian portafilter tradition with chrome and visible mechanics: Rocket Espresso. For those who want La Marzocco's brew group technology (saturated on the GS3, integrated on the Micra and Mini R) and app control: La Marzocco. For those seeking NEO technology with fast heat-up time: Victoria Arduino Eagle One Prima. For those seeking flow profiling with a paddle in the home sector: Lelit Bianca V3. For those who prefer manual lever extraction without electronics: Flair Espresso. For those who want to discover ECM's sister brand: Profitec.

What goes well with it

An ECM requires a suitable grinder. For starters: Varia VS3 or VS4 (VS4 with SCA Best New Product Award 2026, exclusive Swiss importer) as an honest entry. For flagship setups: Weber Workshops EG-1 or Option-O Lagom P80. For grind-by-weight directly at the grinder: Mahlkönig E64 WS or X64 SD for single-dose. For the classic Mignon class: Eureka Mignon Specialita or Libra.

For the scale: Acaia Lunar with flow rate display or affordable from the Normcore Collection. For puck prep: Normcore for everyday use, Weber Workshops for premium. For airtight bean storage: Airscape. For precise brewing water: Apax Labs (exclusive Swiss importer). Background on extraction, E61 brew group, and heating system in our sensory world.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ECM machine is right for me?

For an entry into the ECM world with a compact single boiler: Classika PID or – for pure espresso without steam – Puristika. For cappuccino workflows with the classic heat exchanger system: Mechanika VI Slim or PID Exclusive Line (with front display and shot timer). For a heat exchanger with directly adjustable brew temperature: Mechanika MAX with Smart HX®, also as Black Edition in matte black. For two separate boilers in the classic dual boiler: Technika VI or Synchronika in its various versions. For the latest generation with OLED display and Core Heat brew group: Synchronika 2 OLED Exclusive Line. For an understated, matte black Exclusive Line design based on the Synchronika: Estetika. For cafés and gastronomy: the two-group Elektronika Profi Due.

What differentiates ECM from Profitec?

Profitec is ECM's sister company. Each brand has its own portfolio and design language. At ECM, the patented ECM E61 with stainless steel bell, the Synchronika family and the additionally heated brew groups of the Synchronika 2 OLED and Estetika set the tone. The choice is often a matter of taste – our comparison ECM vs. Rocket vs. Profitec shows the differences in detail.

Where are ECM machines produced?

ECM manufactures at two sites: the single-boiler and heat exchanger machines are made in Italy, while the Synchronika dual boilers, the commercial machines and all grinders are handmade in Germany. The headquarters are in Bammental near Heidelberg.

What is an E61 brew group?

The E61 is a brew group developed in 1961 by the Italian company Faema and still found in many high-quality espresso machines today. Hot brewing water circulates in a thermosiphon circuit through a heavy, preheated metal head that stabilises the brewing temperature. The mechanical lever on top of the group controls the water flow and, by design, provides a gentle pre-infusion. A classic E61 takes around 20 minutes to heat up; according to the product information, the Synchronika 2 OLED with its additionally heated ECM brew group reaches the espresso range in around 6.5 minutes.

What does PID mean for ECM?

PID stands for Proportional-Integral-Derivative – an electronic control loop that keeps the boiler and thus the brewing temperature precisely constant. This is particularly important for single-boilers like the Classika PID, as otherwise the brewing temperature can fluctuate significantly between shots. With dual-boilers and heat exchangers with PID, you set the temperature in fine increments to the taste you are looking for – in our experience, slightly cooler brings out more aroma in the bean, slightly hotter more body.

What is Smart HX® in the Mechanika MAX?

Smart HX® is ECM's technology for the Mechanika MAX heat exchanger: a sensor on the brew group monitors the temperature in real time, the Flush Advisor shows you when a short cooling flush makes sense, and with Brew Temperature Control you set the brew temperature directly – a first for a classic ECM heat exchanger. This gives you direct temperature control in a compact heat exchanger format.

What is the ECM Synchronika Heritage Line?

The Synchronika in Heritage design: anthracite side panels, a satin stainless steel front and copper accents on the gauges, valves and rail. Technically it matches the standard Synchronika – a dual boiler with two independent PIDs, ECM E61 group and rotary pump with plumbed-in option. It belongs to the first Synchronika generation; the newest generation with OLED display is the Synchronika 2 OLED Exclusive Line.

Synchronika Anthracite, Synchronika Heritage Line, Synchronika 2 OLED and Estetika – what sets them apart?

All four are dual boilers with a rotary pump and plumbed-in option. The Synchronika Anthracite (powder-coated anthracite chassis with polished stainless steel) and the Synchronika Heritage Line (anthracite, satin front, copper accents) work with the ECM E61 group and PID-controlled boilers. The Synchronika 2 OLED Exclusive Line brings an OLED display with rotary control and an ECM group with additional heating cartridges (Core Heat) – the espresso range is reached after around 6.5 minutes. The Estetika is ECM's matte black dual-boiler interpretation of the Synchronika line with a heated group (3C Temp), three programmable volume buttons and Shot Observer.

Can I use ECM machines with a direct water connection?

The models with a rotary pump – Mechanika MAX, Technika VI, Synchronika in all variants, Elektronika Profi II, and Elektronika Profi Due – are plumbable. The models with a vibratory pump use the internal water tank. We are happy to discuss installation, filters, and water chemistry in a personal conversation if this is relevant to you.

Can I see ECM machines before buying?

Yes, gladly. In our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich Oerlikon (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) we show a wide selection, but not our entire range – the display changes. Drop us a quick line at [email protected] before your visit, and we will check which ECM models are currently there. If you'd like to test different machines directly side by side and taste the difference in the cup for yourself, there's our Espresso Machine and Grinder Comparison for that.

How are ECM machines delivered in Switzerland?

We ship throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein; we allow 2 to 4 working days for processing and shipping, and shipping is free from CHF 60. Click and Collect in Bern and Zurich. The Exclusive Line models Mechanika VI Slim PID, Synchronika 2 OLED and Estetika are excluded from shipping: online sales are not permitted by the manufacturer, so we advise you in person and hand the machine over to you in the showroom. On request, we set up the direct water connection for you. Financing via Heylight possible.

Personal consultation: +41 76 789 15 79 · [email protected]
Showrooms: Bern, Gerberngasse 44 (Mon–Sat 10:00–18:00) | Zurich Oerlikon, Hagenholzstrasse 50b (Tue–Sat 10:00–17:00)
Delivery: processing and shipping in 2–4 working days · Click and Collect · Free shipping from CHF 60 · Exclusive Line: handover in the showroom · Financing via Heylight possible