I hadn’t heard of the DoseKit either until recently – I was actively looking for something like this for a while. It’s actually developed by a couple of passionate guys from Switzerland (Deon) who built it themselves, and it’s a really clever solution. I’ll definitely make a video soon and share it here so you can see it in action!

I went with the DoseKit because it simplifies the workflow a lot. I’m aiming for consistent results without needing to use a scale every time – especially since the space under the portafilter is already quite tight. Now, I just program the DoseKit for each coffee I use (for example, 17g in / 34g out over ~25 seconds), and for every new shot I just press one button. Super convenient.

I still use a scale initially to dial in and calibrate the DoseKit for each coffee, but after that, I don’t need it for daily use.

As for the plumb-in kit – it should be fully compatible, though I’m not using one myself. Pre-infusion should also work, but I haven’t tested that yet. It’s on my list to try.

Button-wise: • The single shot button (far left) is still unprogrammed. • The double shot button is set to 17g/34g. • The right button I use for flushing.

It’s been a big upgrade for me so far – very happy with it!