Must-have accessories
Precision scale
Non-negotiable. Without a scale, no reproducible ratio is possible. Important: 0.1 g accuracy and a built-in timer.
Tamper (matching the portafilter)
The plastic tamper that comes with the machine is usually too small and too light. A stainless-steel tamper with the right diameter (58 mm) is the first sensible upgrade after the machine itself.
Knock box
Knocking the puck out on the edge of the sink damages the portafilter. A knock box with rubber padding is cheap and protects both your equipment and your furniture.
Useful accessories
Distributor
Coffee settles unevenly in the basket — channelling is the result. A distributor evens out the coffee bed before tamping.
Bottomless portafilter
The diagnostic tool for home baristas: lets you see whether the extraction runs evenly.
Starter kit recommendation: omaneo.GUDRUN + barista scale + 58 mm tamper + knock box + milk pitcher. That covers 90 % of the basics.
Nice to have
- WDT tool: loosen the grounds before distributing
- Milk thermometer: target 65 °C in the pitcher
- Vacuum coffee canister: beans stay fresh 3 weeks longer