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MiiCoffee Apex Espresso Machine
MiiCoffee Apex Espresso Machine
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MiiCoffee Apex is prefect for the beginner looking for an entry-level semi-automatic espresso machine. It has a compact footprint for new home baristas. The espresso machine uses a Italian made vibratory pump, a built-in PID with temperature control, a shot timer. Apex comes with a 550ml stainless steel boiler for brewing espresso and a dedicated thermo-block for making dry steam. It targets brewing espresso at 9 bars with pressure gauge showing the extra brewing pressure. It also includes time adjustable pre-infusion so that intermediate baristas can gain more control into espresso making. Apex uses stainless steel inside out extensively. This is to ensure longevity without sacrificing quality.
Version Info
- The current version is V1.1 This version comes with pre-infusion fix so that you can adjust water amount and one hole steam wand tip for the better steaming performance.
Features and Specifications
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550ml Stainless Steel Boiler & Dedicated Thermo-block It comes with 550ml stainless steel boiler for brewing espresso and a dedicated thermo-block for making dry steam.
- PID Temperature Control & Shot Timer Apex has a PID that allows you to adjust brewing temperature. When it starts brewing it displays shot time. The boiler temperature can be set between 85-102℃.
- Pressure Gauge MiiCoffee Apex targets brewing espresso around 9 bar at grouphead. Apex comes with a pressure gauge showing the exact brewing pressure. It helps you grind fine or coarse to control water flow and adjust grouphead pressure. The heart of MiiCoffee Apex is an Italian made vibratory water pump. It ensures longevity without sacrificing quality.
- Pre-infusion Pre-infusion is now supported. The time for pre-infusion is adjustable.
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Stainless Steel 58mm Commercial Portafilter Apex comes with dual cup stainless steel 58mm commercial grade portafilter.
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Commercial Grade Steam Wand Steam Wand is commercial grade quality. The tip has single hole that make silky creamy milk.
- Brushed Stainless Steel Nice brushed stainless steel finish
- Fast Warm-up Time Just 5 minutes to warm up fully to pull a shot
- 3-way Solenoid Valve Release pressure instantly and keep coffee puck dry
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Removable Drip Tray
- Top Cup Warming Plate
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Water Tank 1.7L removable water tank
- Wattage 1450W
- AC Input 100-120v/60Hz
- Size 11” D, 9” W, 15” H
- Weight 23lb
- One year warranty with MiiCoffee
What's in the box
- MiiCoffee Apex Espresso Machine
- 58mm double spouted portafilter, double basket, single basket
- Single hole steam wand tip
- Tamper, grouphead brush
- Manual
Manual
- Download Apex manual
- Control board plugs photo
Materials
Materials
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Free shipping on orders over $69.
Returns are accepted up to 30 days from the date the order was delivered.
Customer Reviews
I have been pleased with the function of the machine. Idid get an error code (E6) at one point and I had to defer to the Turin Lagato Manual to find the solution. Turns out it was a simple fix. I am just beginning to play around with flow control and pre infusion. I think it will be very fun and stable machine to use.
As far making espresso it does a good job. I'm still working on my grind settings.
The drip tray is very poorly designed. I had to add foam to the inside to keep it from moving around.
Not happy with the way the portafilter fits, but it works ok.
I give it an overall rating of 4.
Just got it but the machine works great, for those wondering the normcore 58mm bottomless Porta filter fits and works great, if you use a scale, current one I have is 1 inch so you have roughly 3-3.5 inches of room for the cup.
I am also using this on a 15 amp breaker along with other electronics working and no issues. Wattage is around 930-1330 watts with a peak at 1780 for about 3 seconds.
Temp. replacement for my dual boiler Quick Mill. Took some time to dial in.Was using Italian coffee that was just about up, so original tight grind got me 12 bars which was perfect for coffee on its last grounds. New coffee dialing is a little touchy. Get consistent extraction between 9 and 10 bars.Shorter brew time than QM machine. I go by quantity brewed. Machine heats up fast and has an ECO mode to turn down heat if not in use. Portafilter is a little tight on first few uses, and is very light compared to others I have. Put in better basket an am getting beautiful coffee. Steaming milk took some time to get right. Purge puts out a lot of water and there is some water when steaming.Takes longer that double boiler but the result, if careful, is super smooth and microfoamy with single hole tip. Had to use pliers to get 3 hole tip off and to tighten new tip, but after little leaning curve got it down. Turned down water flow to 4 ml p/sec. May turn up for more flavorful extraction. You tube videos really helped to learn about machine. Very nice for price, PID and shot timer very helpful. First machine was an original Sylvia so I learned to temp surf. So glad temp stable here. Very nice little machine, easy to keep clean.
This is my first real espresso machine and it’s turned out pretty easy to use. The instructions are a little convoluted but ultimately make sense. I requested and received a new installed control board to address a PID issue. I’m still going back and forth between grind size, PID time, and brew time to get to the right mix annd after about 10 cups I’m getting close. Agree with others that the clearance under the Porta filter is too small, the Porta filter head is solid and heavy but the handle itself and the end is plastic. The end knob popped off on first use. The espresso has been excellent. I haven’t tried the steamer yet. We’ll see about longevity but I strongly recommend this machine.