What's the build quality of a piston machine?
In short
| Stainless steel casing | Stainless steel casing is sturdier and heavier than plastic casing. It ensures the coffee machine stays in place on your counter more firmly when you use some force to twist the portafilter out of the coffee machine. | |
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| Double thermoblock | A thermoblock or dual boiler heats up faster than a single boiler. With a dual thermoblock, you can prepare multiple cappuccinos in a row faster. You can also make coffee and froth milk at the same time. | |
| Cleaning indication | You'll automatically receive a notification when the machine needs to be descaled. That way, you can descale the machine in time and prevent damage to the pipes. | |
| Stainless steel portafilter | A stainless steel portafilter distributes heat well while preparing coffee. In addition, this material is very sturdy and can take a hit | |
| Non-slip feet | Just like a heavy, stainless steel casing, non-slip feet ensure that the coffee machine stays firmly in place while it makes coffee. |
High-end build quality
A piston machine with a high-end build quality has all of the specifications from the table above. The material of the casing, double heating system, and cleaning indicator make high-end piston machines stand out compared to mid-range piston machines. On the inside, it has a good heating element. If the cleaning indicator notifies you, you can prevent leaks and limescale from building up in the pipes. This way, you ensure the coffee machine lasts longer.
Mid-range build quality
If a piston machine has at least half of the specifications, it has a mid-range build quality. The appliance heats up faster than a basic model. The portafilters are made of stainless steel, which distributes heat well while making coffee.
Basic build quality
The parts of a piston machine with basic build quality are less sturdy and durable, but on the inside and outside. These piston machines have the least specifications in terms of build quality. It often takes a little longer to prepare a cup of coffee, because the boiler needs some time to heat up. This doesn't mean that your coffee isn't tasty. But you can be sure of one thing, a piston machine with a basic build quality won't last as long
Conclusion
Is it important that your future piston machine is of good quality? We recommend at least a mid-range build quality. A high-end build quality is the sturdiest. These piston machines have sturdy casing and parts that don't wear as fast. In addition, the coffee machine stays firmly in place while making coffee.
