Smeg
Smeg EGF03
The ECF02's big sibling adds a conical burr grinder, 58mm portafilter, and dual thermoblocks - one for coffee, one for steam - inside the same 1950s silhouette. Four pre-infusion profiles and four temperature levels give it real dial-in depth.
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Specifications
Features
Pros
- ✓Dual thermoblocks mean steam is ready the moment your shot finishes
- ✓Built-in conical burr grinder with 15 settings goes fine enough for true espresso
- ✓Professional 58mm portafilter is rare at this size and styling tier
- ✓Four pre-infusion profiles and temperature levels offer genuine tuning
- ✓Five retro colors match the rest of the Smeg lineup
Cons
- ✗Street price swings widely - MSRP runs about 20% above typical sale pricing
- ✗28 lbs and a 13-inch-deep body dominate the counter
- ✗No PID readout despite the temperature-level options
- ✗Grinder is convenient but not as consistent as a dedicated standalone burr
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