Rimini Junior

Overview

The Rimini Junior is an entry-level commercial single-group machine from the Italian manufacturer that provides genuine commercial espresso capability at a price accessible to home users and startup café operators. The 3-liter copper boiler delivers excellent thermal stability and strong steam performance, outperforming prosumer machines in raw steam power. The commercial 58mm group head accepts standard portafilters and baskets from any manufacturer. While lacking PID temperature control, the large boiler mass provides inherent thermal stability that small PID-controlled boilers cannot match. The commercial steam wand produces professional-quality microfoam with abundant dry steam. Heavy-gauge stainless steel construction ensures commercial durability. The Rimini Junior operates from a 2.5-liter reservoir, making it one of the few genuine commercial machines that doesn't require plumbing — ideal for mobile coffee setups, pop-up shops, and home kitchens without plumbing access. The simple, robust design minimizes maintenance requirements. For aspiring café owners testing their concept or home baristas wanting commercial authenticity, the Junior delivers genuine commercial extraction in an approachable package.

It features a single boiler boiler system made of copper with a 3000 ml capacity. The vibratory pump delivers 15.0 bars of pressure for optimal extraction. It uses a 58mm commercial group head.

Priced at $999, the Rimini Junior is designed for serious home baristas who want café-quality espresso. As a semi-automatic machine, it gives you control over the brewing process while handling pressure and temperature automatically.

In terms of build quality, the Rimini Junior is a substantial machine, weighing in at 22.0 kg, manufactured in Italy, drawing 1400W of power. With dimensions of 340 x 430 x 400 mm (W×D×H), make sure you have adequate counter space. The built-in water reservoir holds 2500 ml, making it easy to set up anywhere in your kitchen.