Staresso

Overview

Staresso produces portable manual espresso machines and coffee grinders designed for use at home and on the go. The brand focuses on compact devices that generate 15-20 bar pressure through hand-pumping for espresso extraction from ground coffee. It has gained recognition in the US and Asia for travel-friendly coffee gear, with growing presence in Europe, and holds design awards including the German Red Dot Design Award and IF Design Award.¹⁷

History

Staresso was founded in 2014 or 2015 to develop portable espresso machines.¹ The company has received multiple design awards, such as the German Red Dot Design Award, IF Design Award, and Asia Outdoor Industry Awards.⁷ It remains focused on manual coffee makers without noted acquisitions or major pivots.

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Products feature stainless steel construction for durability and heat retention, manufactured in China.³⁶ Specific details on in-house versus outsourced production are not available.

Notable Products

• Staresso Classic SP-200 - Compact hand-pump espresso maker with metal components for heat retention, priced around $55.
• Staresso Plus SP-300 - Manual espresso machine using segmented hydraulic extraction at 15-20 bar pressure.
• Staresso Mirage Plus - Robust stainless steel portable espresso maker noted for quality build.

Reputation

Staresso receives positive feedback for robust construction, metal materials aiding heat retention, and ease of use in portable espresso making among travelers.³⁴⁶ Reviews rate models like the Classic as average overall, with recommendations for on-the-go fresh ground coffee espresso.³ Some users report good extraction quality when pre-warmed, though it trails competitors like Wacaco in certain experiences.³