Coffee machines and grinders comparison & advice
Find your machine –
Without the guesswork
The market is full of options. We strive to focus on what matters most. Here you'll find honest comparisons of our top machines and grinders, based on sensory evaluation, chemistry, and everyday usability.
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Still unsure where to start? Our Configurator on the homepage will give you initial guidance in just a few clicks – and then we'll help you further in person.
La Marzocco: Micra vs. Mini R vs. GS3
The ultimate comparison of Florentine icons. Which dual boiler suits your workflow? We analyze temperature stability, heat-up time, and features like Brew-by-Weight.
Varia Battle: VS3 vs. VS4 vs. VS6
Conical vs. Flat Burrs. Which grinder delivers more body, which more clarity? A deep dive into the world of single dosing for beginners and enthusiasts.
The Endgame: Weber EG-1 vs. Lagom P80 vs. Lagom 01
When budget is no object and only taste matters. 80mm flat burrs in a direct duel. Who delivers the purest extraction and the sweetest espresso?
Brew Group Technology: E61, Saturated & Hybrid
How the brew group influences your espresso – from the soft E61 body to the surgical precision of saturated groups and the fast hybrid systems from Arkel, WPM, and Ligre.
Heating Systems: Single Boiler, Heat Exchanger, Dual Boiler
Discover the strengths and weaknesses of the systems – from the compact single boiler to the dual boiler with a saturated brew group. With concrete machine recommendations.
Water: The Underestimated Factor
Apax Lab Profiles in comparison. How Tonik, Jamm, and Lylac change your coffee and why tap water is often the enemy of fruitiness.
Why our comparisons are different
Many comparisons online are based on datasheets. We compare based on sensory evaluation. We're not just interested in how many watts a heater has – we're interested in whether it gives the espresso more body or makes the fruitiness more vibrant.
Feel free to visit our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) or Zurich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) – or start with the configurator on our homepage.
