Price: $129.90
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Since 2013, WACACO has been focusing on creating small, light and convenient handheld coffee machine, with performance close to home machines. At present, WACACO’s footprint has spread to more than 70 countries/regions around the world.
Our portable coffee maker makes it easy to make great espresso and other coffee beverages anytime, anywhere.
SPECIALTY COFFEE SHOTS
Pro-level espresso with Picopresso.
Portable Espresso Maker
Nanopresso Special Editions
WHERE WILL YOU BREW?
Pressure-brew a full cup of coffee in two minutes with Pipamoka.
Coffee Maker and Accessory
COFFEE TO-GO MUGS
Octaroma, the eco-conscious reusable thermo mugs.
Coffee Gear
【Wacaco Picopresso Pro-level Coffee Machine】With ultra-fine grind, the Picopresso produces emblematic creamy shots with dense flavors and stunning aromas. Picopresso is a compact and professional portable espresso machine in our lineup.
【Commercial 18g Coffee Basket for Rich, Syrupy Espresso Extraction】Thanks to the wide commercial coffee basket and super-fine coffee grounds, Picopresso produces an extraction akin to a lever espresso machine: rich, syrupy, and balanced. The authentic cafe-quality espresso is comparable to that produced by high-end machines.
【Naked Portafilter for Visual Brewing & Creamy Espresso】This specialty coffee espresso machine features a naked portafilter, so users will see delicious creamy espresso
【Manual Operation Portable Espresso Machine with Durable Craftsmanship】Manual operation only. No battery or electricity needed. Designed for reliability, Picopresso is a highly portable and reliable espresso machine. Made from metals and robust materials, its crafting quality is second to none
Noted: Commercial pre-ground coffee will not work well to extract a nice espresso with crema. The use of fresh coffee bean is highly recommanded for best result. Dialing-in (adjusting the grind size) is part of the process to achieve perfect extraction.
8 reviews for WACACO Picopresso Portable Espresso Maker Bundled with Protective Case,
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Patrick –
Great espresso but some things to consider
Exactly as advertised, very high quality manufacture, great espresso. Some things to consider:1. there are a LOT of parts that will be hard to remember how to assemble at first. It would be nice to have a printed blow-out illustration of assembly order on the inside of the holding case. A bit fussy to assemble/disassemble/clean.2. you have to twist the edge of the pump plunger to get it to pop out. The edge is very thin and made of slippery material. If this were ridged it would make twisting it much easier.3. if you have a home espresso maker / grinder you will find the Picospresso needs an even finer grind, sometimes labeled as “Turkish coffee”. You really MUST have a quality burr grinder to get this fine. I pre-grind with my home grinder when I’m on a trip so this is not a problem but you may need to invest in their hand grinder, which I did not try.4. heavier in the hand than you might expect — fastidious backpackers may complain but for my travel via car/airplane it is not an issue. On the other hand it is because it seems very well made and of high quality metal and silicone.5. The carrying case is very nice but tight and I worry that the zippers might not be up to the task for the lifetime of the product, even though they are made of sturdy stainless steel — not plastic ones.6. I have heard the pump action described as “a bit stiff” but I found it quite smooth and easy to use. It is two handed but unless you have strongly arthritic hands you should have not problem with it.7. A real portafilter basket, nice. Does NOT use pods — ugh!8. obviously you will need a source of boiling water. If your hotel only has electric outlets and no microwave, you may need a portable hot water maker.9. perhaps obviously it does not steam milk.I love the Picospresso and am a picky espresso drinker. This will make my travel (6-8 weeks per year) so much more enjoyable. Good espresso on the road is spotty at best and now I probably won’t bother looking.UPDATE:I’ve now used this one a few trips an it does make incredible espresso! However I find two problems.1. It is like solving a puzzle each time I re-assemble it. They designed for compactness but sacrificed in the somewhat ridiculous complexity of packing it back up.2. When I traveled with another espresso lover I found that pulling the second shot will lock up the device. The portafilter becomes extremely hard to push water through AND it was impossible to unscrew after the (difficult) second shot. I had to wrap it in a plastic bag (it will leak) and pack it with grounds still in the device – then disassemble and clean at the next opportunity. From now on I’ll wash the bottom section, the one with the portafilter, in COLD water before trying to pull the second shot. This should help with both problems like it does in my home machine.UPDATE 2:Some design suggestions after extended trip usage:1. The plastic lid on top contains the hot water. It has no grippy texture like the portafilter tightener. Be CAREFUL, if this is not on TIGHT you’ll get boiling hot water dribbling on your hands when you pump. It would be great if this lid had a grip texture. Same for the screw-out pump handle locking mechanism – it is very thin and slippery when wet, when locking it down for storage.2. The pump is a bit hard to use – you have to squat or contort to cover some cup or glass receptacle and compress using your chest muscles, not your hand gripping muscles – all without splattering hot coffee everywhere. I eventually found a plastic insulated cup the fit tightish around the bottom of the picospresso. This allows me to hold it in a way where I use my gripping muscles. The bottom has a flat rubber cover, why not make an accessory rubber cup-sized cover to solve this problem?These tweaks would make it easier and safer to use and less messy.Still the espresso if awesome in the extreme so worth the fussiness.
Ashley Giles –
Awesome little tool
I have a Rok Espresso and I ordered this Picopresso as was without my Rok for a few months due to relocation. The first thing that stood out is the attention to detail throughout the product, everything you need comes with the device and fits neatly into the body of the device, a beautiful case is also included. There was clearly a lot of careful consideration into the design.Using the device is a pleasure except for one thing; it gets very hot when using it. I preheat the picopresso and therefore the body is almost but very nearly too hot to hold, sensitive users may want to hold it with a towel or wear gloves in use.Taste – the taste is on par with my rok espresso owing to the same basket size. I feel getting the right pressure is more consistent with the Picopresso and I tend to prefer using this device now. I grind my own beans but I have used lavazza espresso grind and have found that this grind is not fine enough for this device.Cleaning – Very easy, the only thing that could be improved is the shower screen which is silicon and metal, it can be a bit fiddly to separate.Overall – I love it, its beautiful, fun to use and makes great coffee. I also think the price is very reasonable. Highly recommend it!
Jon H. –
Surprisingly Awesome
I’ve used my Picopresso for almost three years now and I still am pleasantly surprised by how well it works and how good the espresso is that it produces. I still get a chuckle out of bringing it along to a hotel and pulling a very decent double shot – it still feels too good to be true.I’ll go some weeks using the Picopresso multiple times a day, then I’ll waffle over to the Aeropress for a while and then back to the Picopresso. Just switching up flavors. I say this to highlight that I’ve been putting it through regular use for nearly three years and I haven’t noticed any degradation in performance.The one drawback is temperature, it’s really hard to hit a good hot brewing temperature. I will pump through two tanks of boiling water to preheat the pump, then I’ll fully-assemble it with grounds ready to go and balance it above my boiling kettle for a minute or so to heat up the metal components, then I’ll fill the tank with boiling water once more and pull the shot. Works well enough but still ends up tasting like the espresso wanted hotter brewing water. This is simply a limitation of the form factor and is the compromise one has to accept for a <$200 hand-pumped brewer.The Picopresso is actually my only espresso-brewing device. I keep thinking about getting a more powerful machine for home use and dedicate the Picopresso for travel, but then I see the price tags on actual quality espresso machines and always end up deciding the Picopresso is plenty good enough. I can't bring myself to shell out $600++ on something that will do just 10-20% better than this little gizmo I already have.Highly recommend. It's fun, it feels like a hack every time I use it, and used properly it's way better than it ought to be.
VÃctor Carro –
Es súper compacta y los materiales de cada componente se sienten de calidad, desde que abres la caja te puedes dar cuenta de que es un producto magnÃfico que te empuja a seguir el proceso al pie de la letra. No dejo de recomendarla porque es increÃble la calidad de café que puedes preparar en algo tan pequeño y práctico.
Jamie –
After 6 months of use I’m confident that the Picopresso has to be the greatest portable espresso makers out there. I don’t usually write reviews, but this product deserves one. I bought this in June for use in my camper and I now use it to make my daily coffee at home as well.The build quality of the Picopresso is fantastic. The actual reservoir/pump and it’s lid are the only plastic pieces (thankfully, otherwise it would be very hot to hold). The remainder of the pieces – dosing funnel, tamper, basket, basket holder, shower screen are all made of machined aluminum and precision engineered to fit into a tiny, beautiful, portable package. The design is impeccable and all parts fit together into a carry case not much larger than a Coke can. I use it inconjuction with a few other accessories – a scale, WDT tool, tamping mat, etc. – and carry it all, along with my coffee beans and grinder, in a small tupperware bin the size of a shoe box. The included photo shows all of the individual parts of the Picopresso (plus the scale, pot/stove, and grinder that I use when camping – not included).I will say that the process to make an espresso shot may not be for everybody. It definitely requires a routine to boil water, grind beans, prepare your espresso puck, and brew. It takes about 10 minutes all said and done to hand grind and brew a double shot of espresso, then clean the device. With an electric burr grinder and kettle, the process is definitely simplified and does not take much longer than a traditional espresso machine. I much prefer the cleanup with this device as opposed to a french press, Aeropress, or drip coffee brewer. Only the shower screen, basket and basket holder touch the espresso and they all screw off the bottom to be rinsed easily.Like any espresso machine, the Pico is finicky in regard to the grind size of the coffee you put into it. If you do not own (or intend to own) a capable burr grinder, then I would look at an alternative device. If your coffee is too course you will end up with dilute bean water, and if too fine, you will not be able to pump any water through the device. However, I paired mine with a simple, $150 hand grinder (VSSL Java) and have had great results. Super rich, creamy espresso shots without the need for an expensive and bulky countertop unit.For us milk coffee drinkers, obviously a huge drawback to a device like this is that there is no milk steaming. I will usually make an americano with milk, or an iced coffee, but I sometimes bring a countertop milk frother with me if a cappucino or latte is desired – a non-issue for me, but worth considering.Overall, I’d highly recommend this to anyone who appreciates a cafe-quality espresso and is willing to spend a few minutes each morning on their coffee rountine. I would amplify this recommendation for those who need something portable for camping, travel, at work, or living in a small space, and would also recommend the Pico to anyone who is eager to learn, experiment and have fun with the science of espresso as it’s a great starting point and produces amazing coffees!
Edward Winder –
If you’re looking at spending this amount of money on a portable coffee maker, then you have probably done your research. What they say is true, it takes a while to get the grind and brewing technique right, but once you do it’s a damn good coffee.
Soydan –
Kalite çok iyi, pre-heating yaparsanız dıŠkısmı zor tutulacak kadar ısınabiliyor. Ama istikrarlı espresso yapılıyor. Biraz pahalı. Fakat kutusunu açarken premium hissettiriyor 🙂
amin –
I have been using picopresso for some months, it works great! It is important to have the ground coffee fine enough and using a scale to measure the espresso weight. I also use the picopresso gauge to measure the pressure. It helped me significantly to correct myself.