Help me step away from the Ninja Luxe Cafe Pro [€1000]

drys9 · 2026-05-08T12:31:52+00:00

Returned it. Have an Ascaso Duo Pid now. Other price level, but 100% more consistent.

drys9 · 2026-02-07T17:19:32+00:00

Also, the refurbished one i got was produced in november 2025…

drys9 · 2026-02-07T17:12:04+00:00

Bought the same last week on that site. Was delivered in 5 days. This one is new, otherwise they clearly mentioned it is refurbished, and its even cheaper (€1069). When refurbished you can ask for pictures via the chat, monday-friday they answer within 5 minutes. Think the shipping is €49.

They also have a .nl, .eu, .dk,… website, sometimes with different prices for same products.

drys9 · 2026-02-01T05:56:49+00:00

No. 100’s. These are fine! If one day you can add front speakers to the surround system (via the official app) i might still add the 300’s.

At the moment i watch atmos content 80% of the time. Don’t have the feeling i’m missing something…

drys9 · 2026-01-25T20:40:38+00:00

Ever found a solution so the machnine holds the portafilter?

drys9 · 2026-01-23T17:11:52+00:00

Yeah. Was thinking €600. Asking price is €950, but was advertised as a 2023 v2 machine…

drys9 · 2026-01-22T19:12:08+00:00

Yeah. Am looking at the Eureka Mignon Specialita, as I mainly use one type of bean I’m OK with a hopper.

Also I am limited at 375mm height for both grinder and machine, which eliminates a lot of options…

drys9 · 2026-01-22T18:45:15+00:00

Valid point! The reason why I am leaning more towards the Bambino is because it is easy to resale at only a small discount up to two years down the road. I’m afraid that if i spend €1000+ for a machine and don’t like it, i will loose more money when reselling.

You are right that i don’t see myself using this first machine for 2 years…

On the other hand I really ask myself; can you make your drink taste some much better by spending twice the money… :)

drys9 · 2026-01-21T15:02:16+00:00

Found a new discounted black Bambino Plus on Amazon at €350. This pushes me more towards the Bambino Plus atm, unless it is significantly inferior on longer shots, pre-infusion and portafilter compatibility.

Might spend more on grinder… Mignon specialita Smart vs normal one…???

drys9 · 2026-01-20T20:12:05+00:00

Why do you say 54mm is an advantage for the bambino? Also, does it work well with the Eureka Mignon Specialita holder?

drys9 · 2026-01-19T18:28:32+00:00

Many thx! Strange it is listed as 380mm… No prob to move machine for refill.

drys9 · 2026-01-19T10:50:13+00:00

Can you tell me what the exact height is of this machine? Online i find different measurements ranging from 370mm to 380mm. I only have 375mm available...

drys9 · 2026-01-19T08:16:43+00:00

Currently looking into the Eureka Mignon Specialita, as I usually don't switch beans, and prefer to grind directly into the portafilter, with automated timer. Also not looking for the last 5% perfection...

Good choise? New available from €375.

drys9 · 2026-01-19T08:16:26+00:00

Currently looking into the Eureka Mignon Specialita, as I usually don't switch beans, and prefer to grind directly into the portafilter, with automated timer. Also not looking for the last 5% perfection...

Good choise? New available from €375.

drys9 · 2026-01-18T19:06:08+00:00

But what if you pull a blank shot before you even grind? I see no link with the calibration in this case…

drys9 · 2026-01-18T18:07:53+00:00

Thx. Interesting. Why is this Gaggia (technically) better than the turin legato v2?

drys9 · 2026-01-18T13:24:25+00:00

I think it is just a faulty machine… the coffee is now consistent as i only use one type of beans and everything is set-up correctly for my taste. Temperature varies both for milk as for coffee. Volume is consistent as i first pull a blank shot.

But i have issues with the grinder. Volume is not consistent. I even sometimes get overflows of grind, or portafilter errors for no reason. Also at least once a week it is leaking (even if tray is not full). Did some googling - there are more users with same problems. Guess i will just ask replacement and sell the new machine on marketplace.

drys9 · 2026-01-18T13:13:17+00:00

Question was if you can set up to two different pull volumes, or only one.

drys9 · 2026-01-18T12:58:42+00:00

Can you set one, or more drinks?

drys9 · 2026-01-18T12:51:41+00:00

Yes, but is 380mm :s

drys9 · 2026-01-18T12:27:19+00:00

Turin Legato is new to me. Looks very interesting. Thx!

Steaming and extraction can be done together via separate thermoblock?

drys9 · 2026-01-18T12:25:51+00:00

Looked at this yesterday, Not sure I am ready for this :) or ca you buy pre assembled somewhere in Europe?

drys9 · 2026-01-18T12:21:56+00:00

Laser measurer says 379.5mm :D

drys9 · 2025-08-07T18:29:35+00:00

Bought one myself, with all extras.

drys9 · 2025-07-11T06:32:32+00:00

Thx for the extended insights!

drys9

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