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Wacaco
Wacaco Pixapresso
Travel Coffee, Camping, Office Espresso, Outdoor Adventures, Van Life, Commuting
Overview
The Wacaco Pixapresso is the company's first electric portable espresso maker, featuring a built-in heating element and rechargeable battery that heats water from cold to brewing temperature in about 200 seconds — no separate kettle needed. With 20-bar pump pressure, three temperature presets (88/92/96°C), and interchangeable modules for ground coffee and Nespresso Original capsules, it delivers cafe-quality espresso anywhere. Its compact 181mm-tall upright design and 755g weight make it purpose-built for travel, camping, office, and outdoor adventures, while the 9000mAh battery provides up to 5 shots per charge with quick USB-C recharging.
Key Highlights
- First-ever Wacaco electric portable espresso maker with built-in water heating — heats water from cold to 92°C in ~200 seconds via USB-C rechargeable battery, eliminating the need for a separate kettle or hot water source
- Three temperature presets (88°C, 92°C, 96°C) and 20-bar professional-grade pump pressure deliver cafe-quality espresso with thick crema from ground coffee or Nespresso Original capsules
- Versatile dual-module system with interchangeable ground coffee module and Nespresso capsule module — adjustable 44mm basket fits 8-16g of ground coffee for single or double shots
- Compact upright design at just 181mm tall and 755g, purpose-built for travel, camping, office, and van life — fits in a backpack alongside a hand grinder for fresh espresso anywhere
- 9000mAh built-in battery (3×3000mAh cells) delivers up to 5 shots per charge, with USB-C fast charging (5V/3A) reaching full in approximately 2.5 hours
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Wacaco |
|---|---|
| Model | Wacaco Pixapresso |
| Type | Electric Portable Espresso Maker |
| Max Pressure | 20 bar |
| Water Tank | 120ml |
| Basket | 44mm, adjustable 8-16g ground coffee |
| Heating System | Internal electric element, heats from room temperature to 92°C (198°F) in ~200 seconds |
| Temperature Presets | 88°C / 92°C / 96°C (3 temperature settings) |
| Battery | 9000mAh (3×3000mAh cells), up to 5 shots per charge from cold water |
| Charging | USB-C 5V/3A, fast charge in approximately 2.5 hours |
| Coffee Types | Ground coffee, Nespresso Original capsules |
| Material | Plastic (ABS) body with stainless steel boiler and internal electric heating element |
| Weight | 755g (1.66 lbs) |
| Dimensions | 74 x 74 x 181 mm (2.9 x 2.9 x 7.1 in) |