The purchase of coffee roasters requires comprehensive consideration of performance, function, budget and use scenarios. The following are specific tips:
First, clear use requirements and budget
Home vs Business
Home: small amount of baking (less than 1 kg), focusing on ease of operation, noise control and space occupation.
Commercial: large baking volume (more than 1 kg), need stability and continuous operation ability, it is recommended to equip with cyclone dust bucket.
Budget range
Entry level (1-5 thousand yuan) : suitable for beginners to try, basic function, manual operation is required.
Professional grade (10,000 to 100,000 yuan) : First choice for commercial or enthusiast, high degree of automation, accurate temperature control.
High-end customization (more than 100,000 yuan) : to meet the needs of large roastery, support personalized customization.
Second, core performance parameters
Heating method
Hot air type: fast heating, high uniformity, suitable for shallow baking lovers, but the flavor level is relatively thin.
Direct fire: High operational difficulty, can be engraved Japanese deep smoke, suitable for hardcore players.
Semi-hot air type: The combination of roller heat conduction and hot air convection, balance the thickness and clarity, suitable for Italian mix and single bean.
Temperature control accuracy
The accuracy of the temperature probe is ±1°C to ensure stable temperature during baking and avoid flavor bias.
Capacity selection
Home: microcomputer (50-200g) suitable for 1-2 families; Minicomputer (200-500g) to meet the needs of family weekly supply.
Commercial: need to choose according to the daily baking amount, such as 1 kg machine can bake 4 POTS per hour, about 30 kg a day.
Third, intelligence and controllability
The preset curve is connected to the APP
Support curve editing and sharing on the mobile phone, one-click re-engraving champion baking scheme, reduce the threshold of operation.
Real-time monitoring
It can synchronize the temperature and damper data, and the touch screen of some models can adjust the rotating speed of the drum for accurate control.
Degree of automation
Automatic models can realize the integration of beans, beans and beans, saving manpower and improving efficiency.
4. Detail design
Silver skin collection system
Effectively collect the silver skin produced during baking to keep the environment clean.
Cooling efficiency
Independent cooling tray is 3 times faster than natural air cooling, avoiding excessive development of beans.
Noise reduction and smoke exhaust
Preferentially choose models with decibels below 60dB, and solve the smoke exhaust problem with kitchen range hoods.
Fifth, material and durability
Boiler material
The heat storage of cast iron is good, but the specific heat capacity of stainless steel is about 1.5 times that of cast iron material, and the heat absorption or heat dissipation capacity is weaker, and the heat storage effect is better under the same volume.
Roller material
Stainless steel durable and good thermal conductivity, suitable for long-term use; Aluminum alloy is lightweight and easy to clean, suitable for frequent replacement users.
Key component
Such as bearings, accessories, etc., need to choose high-quality materials to ensure the stability of the equipment under high strength use.
Sixth, brand and after-sales service
Brand reputation
Choose brands with good reputation and long-term market validation, and avoid buying off-brand or branded products.
After-sales service
Including warranty period, maintenance network coverage, technical guidance, etc., to ensure long-term stable operation of equipment.
Seventh, safety and compliance
Safety certification
Ensure equipment complies with national or regional safety standards, such as electrical safety, fire protection requirements, etc.
Environmental compliance
Pay attention to the energy consumption, smoke exhaust and other environmental indicators of the equipment, and comply with local environmental regulations.
Eighth, user evaluation and reputation
Actual use feedback
Learn about the advantages and disadvantages of the device by referring to other users’ experience.
Professional evaluation
Review reports from professional organizations or baristas for more comprehensive information on your equipment’s performance.
Ninth, advanced function (optional)
Programmed baking
Support custom baking curve to meet individual needs.
Data recording and analysis
Some high-end models can record baking data for easy reduplication and optimization.
extensibility
Consider whether the device supports modular upgrades, such as adding cooling disks, silver collectors, etc.
Tenth, purchase channels and inspection
Official channel
Preferentially choose the brand official website or authorized dealers to ensure genuine products and after-sales protection.
Check it out
Check whether the appearance and function of the equipment are normal, and test the temperature control accuracy and automatic operation.
Trial experience
If conditions permit, you can ask to try the equipment, personally feel the operation process and baking effect.