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Introduced as part of Sanremo’s entry-level commercial line, the Zoe Compact brings professional espresso capabilities to limited-space operations. With its modern, minimalist design featuring an exposed all-metal chassis without shells or panels, the machine combines durability with simplified maintenance. The 2-group configuration balances capacity with compact dimensions, making it particularly suitable for coffee carts, small cafes, and restaurants where quality coffee is important but space is at a premium.
Performs Best For
Coffee carts, food trucks, and small cafes where space is at a premium but professional espresso quality cannot be compromised. Ideal for operations serving 50-150 drinks per day where simplicity and reliability are more important than advanced programming features.
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Noteable Features
Space-Optimized Design
At just 21 inches wide, deep, and tall, the Zoe Compact fits seamlessly into small coffee shops, food trucks, and other space-constrained environments. Itโs a serious pick for businesses where every inch counts.
Simple Programming
Programmable volumetric shot timers offer consistency through precise volume control, eliminating the variability of manual timing and keeping things simple for baristas.
Single Boiler Heat Exchange System:
This efficient thermal design allows simultaneous brewing and steaming without temperature fluctuations, making it a good fit for compact spaces that still expect times of fast-paced service.
Electronic Pre-Infusion
The automatic electronic pre-infusion system gently saturates the coffee puck before full pressure extraction begins to enhanced flavor development and consistency.
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