Is The Wacaco Picopresso Upgrade Accessories Worth It?
You spoke and we listened, the Wacaco Picopresso is a fantastic portable espresso maker but for home there are many contenders out there such as the Flair Espresso Makers, Aram Coffee Maker, 9Barista and other manual brewing espresso machines.
Wacaco came out with their own Picopresso adaptors one by one upgrading your Picopresso, we recently created a bundle of the best accessories that we're calling the Wacaco Picopresso Upgrade Kit.
Included in this kit is:
- 1x Wacaco Picopresso Pressure Gauge
- 1x Wacaco Picopresso Stand
- 1x Wacaco Picopresso Protective Sleeve - Brown
- 1x Wacaco Picopresso Protective Sleeve - Black
Wacaco Picopresso Pressure Gauge:
The Wacaco Picopresso Pressure Gauge is a compact tool that screws directly into the base of your Picopresso and basket holder, giving you a live pressure reading as you brew. One of the most common issues Picopresso users face is over-pressurising, which can happen when pushing too hard on a fine grind size, potentially damaging the internals.
With the pressure gauge installed, you can monitor your pressure in real time, protecting your Picopresso and extending its life. Beyond safety, the gauge also allows you to experiment with pressure profiling, from simple pre infusions to more advanced brewing methods, helping you unlock new flavours in your espresso.
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Wacaco Picopresso Stand:
When brewing espresso on the go, stability is key for consistent extractions. The Wacaco Picopresso Stand ensures your Picopresso sits perfectly level (on a flat surface), providing enough clearance underneath for your espresso cup and coffee scale.
The stand also features a built-in shot mirror, which allows you to observe naked portafilter extractions in real time. Watching your shot as it flows makes it easy to identify channeling or uneven extractions, helping you fine-tune your grind, tamp, and brewing technique for better espresso, anywhere you travel.
Wacaco Picopresso Protective Sleeve:
Made from high-quality polyurethane faux leather, the Wacaco Picopresso Protective Sleeve is designed to fit your Picopresso snugly, shielding it from scratches, bumps, and general wear during travel. Its sleek, minimal design enhances the look of your Picopresso while adding a grippy texture that improves handling, especially when brewing at finer espresso grind sizes.
Durable and practical, the sleeve is a must-have for protecting your investment, keeping your portable espresso maker safe and stylish whether at home or on the road.
Are these upgrades worth it?
If you're on the road and travelling these upgrades probably aren't worth it, with exception to the Protective Sleeves. However if you find yourself brewing the Wacaco Picopresso at home, or in an office these upgrades can improve your espresso so much!
How this kit can improve your espresso:
- Avoid over-pressurising espresso and damage to your Picopresso.
- Experiment with pre-infusion and pressure profiling espresso.
- Brewing on a flat even surface will result in an even extraction.
- Shot mirror allows you to view your extraction live to troubleshoot and dial in.
- Protective sleeve adds grip to your Picopresso.
- Sleeve protects against bumps and scratches when in use.
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Another honourable mention that is not included in this kit is the Wacaco Picopresso 12g Basket, While the Picopresso comes with it's own 20g basket capable of making double shots, the 12g basket is best suited for using less coffee grounds and making single shots of espresso. Perfect for those who make coffee for one find the double shot too strong for their liking.
