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Explore espresso machine buying guides, reviews, features, how-to articles and care advice to choose the right setup and get more from it.

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Black Meraki espresso machine with a milk pitcher and tamping tools on a wooden cabinet beside a sofa

October 19, 2026

Meraki Gen 2 Brew Controls: What Can You Adjust—and When?

Understand which Meraki Gen 2 brew settings to adjust and when. Establish a repeatable dose and yield, assess grind and flow, and compare temperature or pre-infusion one variable at a time.

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Overhead view of a person using a black Meraki espresso machine

Features & Technology · August 06, 2026

Espresso Machine With Grinder and Scale: A More Measurable Home Espresso Workflow

Evaluate integrated grinder-and-scale espresso machines by workflow, measurement, drink preferences, counter space, maintenance, and regional fit.

Meraki espresso machine integrating its grinder, dual scales, dual boilers and touchscreen in one home system

Features & Technology · August 05, 2026

What Is a Programmable Espresso Machine and How Does It Work?

A practical guide to programmable espresso machines, including repeatable dose, yield, temperature and pre-infusion controls and how Meraki applies them.

Meraki semi-automatic espresso machine for a home barista setup

Features & Technology · August 04, 2026

What exactly is a home barista espresso machine and how does it work?

Learn what a home barista espresso machine is, how semi-automatic workflows build repeatable skills, and which features matter for daily use.

Angled view of a black Meraki espresso machine in natural light

Features & Technology · August 02, 2026

What Is a Prosumer Espresso Machine and How Does It Work?

Learn what defines a prosumer espresso machine, how dual boilers, PID control and rotary pumps work, and which features matter most for...

Cutaway illustration of the dual-boiler system inside a Meraki espresso machine

Features & Technology · July 30, 2026

What Is a Dual Boiler Espresso Machine?

Learn how separate brew and steam boilers improve temperature stability and workflow, how dual boilers compare with other heating systems, and who...

Meraki 58mm portafilter with wooden handle and stainless steel basket

Features & Technology · July 23, 2026

What Is a 58mm Portafilter and Why Does It Matter?

A practical guide to what 58mm means, why portafilters are not universally interchangeable, how baskets affect dose, and how to verify exact...

58 mm espresso portafilter with stainless steel basket and walnut handle

Features & Technology · July 23, 2026

What Is a Portafilter? Types, Sizes and How It Works

A clear guide to what a portafilter does, how spouted and bottomless designs differ, which size fits your machine, and why the...

Features & Technology · July 20, 2026

What Is a Bean to Cup Coffee Machine?

Learn how bean-to-cup machines turn whole beans into coffee through one connected workflow and which convenience and control tradeoffs to consider.

Meraki 58mm portafilter and espresso machine group

Features & Technology · July 20, 2026

What Is a 58mm Espresso Machine and Why Does It Matter?

A practical guide to what 58mm means, why compatibility matters, and how grinder performance, stability, measurement, and workflow affect espresso quality.