~£1,300
Feature King
Niche Zero
The Sage Dual Boiler is the feature-density champion. Dual stainless steel boilers, PID on both, programmable pre-infusion with adjustable pressure, shot mirroring, over-pressure valve, dedicated hot water outlet, and a digital temperature display. You can program pre-infusion pressure and duration independently — a feature most competitors don't offer at any price. The 58mm portafilter takes standard accessories. The build is more appliance than artisan compared to Italian machines, but the capability per pound is unmatched.
Key specifications
- Dual stainless steel boilers, both PID-controlled
- Programmable pre-infusion pressure and duration
- 58mm portafilter
- Digital temperature display
- Dedicated hot water outlet
- Over-pressure valve with adjustable brew pressure
What to pair it with
Niche Zero
The Sage's data-driven approach pairs well with the Niche's consistent, zero-retention grinding. Both machines reward careful dialling-in.
Who this is for
You want maximum feature density at this price point. The programmable pre-infusion alone puts this machine ahead of most competitors. If you value data, control, and repeatability over Italian aesthetics, the Sage Dual Boiler is hard to beat.