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Ascaso Steel Duo PID Espresso Machine

Name: Ascaso Steel Duo PID Espresso Machine
Brand: Ascaso

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Dual thermoblock PID, volumetric

Typical price$$$$$1,500+

Ascaso Steel Duo PID Espresso Machine: semi-automatic espresso machine, thermoblock heating, PID control, 58 mm portafilter, 1.98 L water tank.

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Last verified 10 Oct 2026

Specs

Machine type: Semi-automatic
Boiler / heating: Thermoblock
PID temperature control: Yes
Portafilter size: 58 mm
Pressure gauge: Yes
Can be plumbed in: No
Needs mains power: Yes
Water tank: 1.98 L
Width: 27 cm
Depth: 31.5 cm
Height: 36 cm
Weight: 15 kg
Voltage: 120 V
Warranty: 1 year

In short

Home baristas stepping up to a real portafilter machine for straight shots and the odd milk drink will find the Ascaso Steel Duo PID a good match. It heats up quickly, has PID control and a pressure gauge. It is less temperature stable than a boiler machine.

The verdict

A fast-heating thermoblock machine with PID control, a pressure gauge and a standard 58 mm portafilter. It works well for straight shots and the odd milk drink, but is less temperature stable than a boiler machine.

What we like

Heats up quickly
PID temperature control
Pressure gauge
Standard 58 mm portafilter with wide accessory choice

What to know

Less temperature stable than a boiler machine

Who it's for

Home baristas moving up to a real portafilter machine for straight shots and the occasional milk drink

Skip it if

You make several milk drinks back to back

Questions shoppers ask

What heating system does the Ascaso Steel Duo PID use?

It uses thermoblock heating, which heats up quickly.

Does it have a pressure gauge?

Yes, it has a pressure gauge as well as PID temperature control.

What portafilter size does it use?

It uses a standard 58 mm portafilter with a wide accessory choice.

How big is the water tank?

The water tank holds 1.98 L.

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