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Matow 53mm Dual Head Coffee Distributor & Tamper $24.23 + Delivery ($0 Prime/ $39 Spend) @ Matow Amazon AU

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Price is $26.34 - tick coupon for 8% discount - $24.23. This was popular at this price 2 years ago so thought it was worth posting.

These are great if you never mastered how to use a tamper with a handle. It's much easier to get consistent results because of the rebate and depth adjustment.

  • 53mm Adjustable Distributor & Tamper-53mm base designed to work with the tapered Breville 54mm portafilter baskets, including the Barista Express, Pro, Touch, Bambino Plus, Infuser and Duo-Temp Pro.
  • Consistent Brew- Get consistent distribution and pressure every time making it easy to pull your perfect shot right at home, Leveling your grounds before tamping creates a uniform and consistent tamp.
  • Adjustable Depth - Set your desired tamping depth for consistent tamping pressure every time.
  • Dual Head- Distributor/Leveler and tamper are designed in one, double sides are available.
  • Pro Tips-Ensure your portafilter basket is fully dosed with coffee grinds to get the right amount of pressure from the tamper for a tighter pack and richer flavor. For best results, groom the top of the basket with a finger or flat edge before leveling and tamping. Brew with good, filtered water.

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  • wtfnodeal on 30/05/2023 - 11:30
    +9

    I have the smaller 51mm version and is a good replacement for the plastic flimsy one came with my Delonghi Dedica. I however don’t think the distributor side of it makes any difference compared to just tampering it with straightaway with the flat side. However using a WDT tool prior does help to reduce channeling.

    • johnno07 on 30/05/2023 - 12:10
      +6

      Came here to say this. The usefulness of this style of distributor has been debunked for a while.

      • harro112 on 30/05/2023 - 12:28
        +1

        that's interesting, i use one of these every shot i make and i've always thought that resulting tamp was a lot more even. why would more evenly distributing the grounds in the basket prior to the tamp not help?

        • pizzaguy on 30/05/2023 - 13:08

          why would more evenly distributing the grounds in the basket prior to the tamp not help?

          They don't necessarily say it's not useful. They say it's not as useful as a WDT tool to distribute the grounds evenly.

          • harro112 on 30/05/2023 - 14:56
            +1

            @pizzaguy: ok sure, that makes sense. i often use a wdt and this after but i can definitely appreciate the distributer makes little practical difference at that point; i just like to get the a bit flatter before the tamp.

        • DevGuy on 30/05/2023 - 14:09
          +1

          Creates waves of differing density. I use using a WDT tool and rarely get channeling.

        • johnno07 on 30/05/2023 - 16:42
          +1

          It definitely makes the top of the bed more flat and, given that, probably makes your resulting tamp less likely to waver off to a wonky angle. However I think calling it a "distribution" tool is pretty misleading, as it really only moves around the top few millimetres of grounds in your basket, while leaving the majority underneath untouched (some also leave a bit of a weird indentation in the top of your grounds). Until yesterday I was using a WDT tool + bog standard tamper. I've just added the Normcore spring-loaded tamper to my arsenal (to further head along the deminishing returns curve) and it's awesome - no more accidental wonky tamps!

          • harro112 on 30/05/2023 - 17:37
            +1

            @johnno07: nice, yeah i have the same tamper, big fan.

    • Powlie85 on 30/05/2023 - 12:57

      Same here. I actually wish they would srew apart a little more so that the distributor can dive a bit deeper.

    • sev snape on 30/05/2023 - 18:39

      Yes I bought the DeLonghi pressino tamper for my Dedica and I love the feel and weight of it

  • isthisreallife22 on 30/05/2023 - 11:52
    +2

    In the market for this but my group handle is 58mm

  • syswong on 30/05/2023 - 12:16

    This, scale and a vacuum food saver (of course with bags) are the three must have coffee accessories in my opinion.

    • zer0404 on 30/05/2023 - 12:24

      So I usually just freeze my beans when I buy in bulk, I thought coffee bags need to have the little gas release valve?

      • syswong on 30/05/2023 - 12:27

        don't know about the gas release but I use 1KG a month ant way so just a way to keep them fresh. Not sure if freezing is a good idea… I just keep them in room temperature since I got the food saver from Aldi.

    • browser on 30/05/2023 - 12:31

      Depending on your workflow, probably also a dosing cup and a dosing funnel, along with a WDT tool if you believe in it.

      • pizzaguy on 30/05/2023 - 13:18

        WDT tool if you believe in it.

        I don't think it's a religious thing - either your grinder, grounds and basket nicely align and a simple shake or tap always distributes them evenly, or you need to help the grounds a little. (Please correct me if I'm wrong!)

    • ItsBatman on 30/05/2023 - 12:34

      any recommendations for scale

      • browser on 30/05/2023 - 12:47

        If you don't need a timer, this is compact/slim and easy to use: https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B0826Z37X8

        • OBarty on 31/05/2023 - 14:04

          Any recommendations for scales with auto timer ?

          • talondnb on 01/06/2023 - 08:13

            @OBarty: Searchpean tiny2 on ali. ~$50 for 0.1g accuracy.

      • syswong on 30/05/2023 - 12:50
        -3

        this one

        just get the cheapest. You make enough then you don't even need a scale.

        My guess now is within +/- 5g

        • browser on 30/05/2023 - 12:53
          +5

          +/- 5g is a lot.

          I aim to be within 0.2g either side.

          • syswong on 30/05/2023 - 12:58

            @browser: To me it doesn't matter, I make Americano with frothed milk aka junk coffee …….

            • maverickjohn on 30/05/2023 - 13:52
              +1

              @syswong: May not for you, but accuracy of that variation is ridiculous,,, its not even accurate anymore.
              While it may not matter to you, if recommending a device for someone to use, the needs base should be more general in nature.
              I would say anything greater than a 0.2g variation is already too high thats more than 1% dosing adjustment which could mean a runny under extracted shot or an over extracted shot

              • syswong on 30/05/2023 - 14:58

                @maverickjohn: Did I say the device is inaccurate? No, I say my guess is within +-5g.

                BTW when I say guess I mean the extraction not the powder. I only use dark roast and had my SGP set to 7 and extrat 11.6sec for a double basket.

                Its a free country and if someone like to get anal on 0.2g of coffee is free to do so just like I have the right to say for making Americano a acurracte guess is good enough.

                • maverickjohn on 30/05/2023 - 15:50

                  @syswong: Well there is more context to your statement now.
                  If you were talking about the grind which i believe we all assumed you did, then that is too much variance.
                  For an extract 5mls isn't that big of a deal.
                  Your last sentence despite being true was worded harshly, i do think if you value your coffee, particularly as some coffee can get quite pricy and picky with ratios then accuracy is important.
                  Not trying to make this into an argument, just highlighting the importance of the devices if you really want to invest.

              • garage sale on 30/05/2023 - 15:58

                @maverickjohn: depends how many grams you are putting in ….. at 22g in a breville dual boiler even 1g isn't a big deal and you probably get variation even from humidity and how much moisture is in the coffee if you go by weight …..

                if you are making 8g coffees ….. who makes 8g coffees except coffee shops trying to save money ……..

                • syswong on 30/05/2023 - 16:36

                  @garage sale: Some members are so snobbish that I think they have NPD.

                  For me I fail to understand why you need to spend so much on grinder, machine, beans and accessories. Then nip pick on 0.0x grams and 0.x seconds. Its only a drink and I have better way to spend my time and money. Yet like I said its a free country……

                  As for me, BB+ and SGP with Aldi beans making Americano with milk is all I do 90% of the time. I know how to make a correct measured Latte or cappuccino but I just can't be border…. again like I said, for me its just a drink.

                  I do have to say that I am so not into espresso so may be that is why.

      • Brakus on 30/05/2023 - 12:52

        I use a cheapo scale with .00 measurements from Amazon. Not the greatest but works ok
        https://www.amazon.com.au/AMIR-Back-Lit-Accuracy-Stainless-B…

      • browser on 30/05/2023 - 12:54

        I also bought this (currently unavailable) to check the scale: https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B01EKSOCWE

        • MonkDog on 30/05/2023 - 14:57

          I used coins. You can find the weight of them online, and the cheap scales I got matched for a variety of coins. So that was a win.

      • rentonc on 30/05/2023 - 12:59

        I went with a scale with 0.1g increments. Any finer would annoy me.
        I bought a Japanese manufactured one from A&D. The size is actually a little too big but the accuracy and build quality are excellent.

      • maverickjohn on 30/05/2023 - 13:48

        https://www.amazon.com.au/Waterproof-Rechargeable-Espresso-F…
        This is the one i have, its usb rechargeablke and waterproof.
        Does the job, but battery life sucks.

    • DevGuy on 30/05/2023 - 14:10

      WDT tool, not this.

  • kungfuman on 30/05/2023 - 12:31

    yeah its not a full side one this one but you can get 58mm if you have a machine that is a full size portafilter.

  • browser on 30/05/2023 - 12:33

    I paid $5 for this a while back, but it never arrived, so got a refund for it. Then paid $32 on second attempt, arrived the next day. :D

    Amazon shows I have purchased it 2 times, so pretty sure they are the same.

  • maverickjohn on 30/05/2023 - 12:33
    +2

    This is an ok distributor but is really only distributing the top layer. A wdt is cheaper and much more effective for this. The only reason to go for this is if you also want to replace your tamper. I would still personally go Weiss and tamper from normocore as my setup

    • Fergy1987 on 30/05/2023 - 12:41

      But thats like $100? for the normcore tools - this is $24

      • maverickjohn on 30/05/2023 - 12:58

        Yeah but the normocore is an assisted tamper to help you get consistent coffee. You are more than welcome to use this and by all means from an entry to coffee making perspective it's ok. Even I had one before. But it's just not as good

        • Fergy1987 on 30/05/2023 - 13:05
          +1

          I just break up lumps with a skewer. then distribute and tamp with this.

          I would totally go with your method - I just cannot justify that price for the privilege with my sh1tty breville machine.

          • maverickjohn on 30/05/2023 - 13:06

            @Fergy1987: That's completely fine and your MacGyver method is great. I love it.
            Some cheaper assisted tampers
            https://amzn.asia/d/j7Cu6N6

            https://amzn.asia/d/g76efV7

          • tunzafun001 on 30/05/2023 - 14:24

            @Fergy1987: I recon a piece of wire, skewer, hair clip at 45 degrees etc would be 99.9% as effective. I still think that when you pull out the wires, you are left with channels. Think scaled up …ie. Pulling a fence post out of dirt. Funny world the coffee world.

    • browser on 30/05/2023 - 12:45

      WDT tool and distributor complement each other, it's not one or the other.

      Something like this is just as effective as a WDT tool: https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B09H53HRDV

      Basically you want something with acupuncture needles. Not loops like this: https://www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B08MX9SDNY

      • browser on 30/05/2023 - 12:55

        Explain yourself rather than a faceless down vote.

      • maverickjohn on 30/05/2023 - 13:00
        +2

        Sorry can't say who downvoted you but can at least tell you. The wdt (Weiss distribution tool) is a distribution tool designed to break clumps away from your grinded coffee . The intention is reduce clumping to prevent channelling in your puck. The above tool does not break clumps any layer below the top layer.
        So if the wdt does this. Then you tidy your dose with the tamper and tamp it negates the need for this tool

        • browser on 30/05/2023 - 13:37
          +1

          Fair enough, the D is actually in the name (W__D__T) :D

          I have been doing both, WDT and then spin it. I guess I could skip the distribution step but it's already a habit.

      • hen dawg on 30/05/2023 - 16:01

        I got this one, seems to do a good job for $16. https://www.amazon.com.au/iCosoni-Espresso-Distribution-Need…

    • Fergy1987 on 30/05/2023 - 12:45
      +1

      but that only tamps.

      • G-rig on 31/05/2023 - 05:05

        All you need lol

  • tunzafun001 on 30/05/2023 - 12:45

    Search Barista express on thingiverse and 3D print one for a few cents.
    Note, the tamp end is too big (might be 58mm) Scale it back before printing. Distributor side is 53mm already.
    Now to work out which way you are meant to spin it…bite edge forward..or long bevelled edge forward? Guessing the later

    • browser on 30/05/2023 - 12:51

      It's meant to spin clockwise, so gradual side pushing.

      • tunzafun001 on 30/05/2023 - 12:57

        Ok, as I thought. Makes sense (pushes product to the edges). That being said, you can replicate that by revolving the default tamp off axis around the outside, then tamp hard and square. I find this basically compulsory for a non pressurised single basket. Gets up to perfect pressure on the BES pressure gauge, so works.
        I printed one of these off to try, but seems to do the same thing with a different technique. Whatever works I guess.

    • pizzaguy on 30/05/2023 - 13:25
      +2

      Or take it to the next level, get a block of steel and spin up the lathe.

  • smarter_fool on 30/05/2023 - 12:45

    I recently upgraded to ivms precision basket and found this tool close to unusable due to the ivms is deeper than stock . Works great with stock basket.

  • RocketSwitch on 30/05/2023 - 12:52

    I have this, feels good. Works well with Sunbeam Mini Barista system. Much better than the plastic alternative. Awesome for this price.

  • gadget on 30/05/2023 - 13:11
    +2

    This looks identical for $16.99 https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0B394LCCD

      • gadget on 30/05/2023 - 13:25
        +1

        It does say tamper in the description and the user photos do show the tamp section?

        • maverickjohn on 30/05/2023 - 13:27

          I just saw the video and you are correct. It's quite similar.

          • gadget on 30/05/2023 - 13:28
            +1

            @maverickjohn: They probably all come from the same factory in China. I doubt that there would be too many manufacturers of such a specialty product.

    • maverickjohn on 30/05/2023 - 13:21
      +1

      That's only a distributer not a tamper and distributor.
      Edit WN beat me by 20 seconds

  • kaleidoscope on 30/05/2023 - 13:11
    +1

    The amount of tech and tooling that exists to pass hot water through a 1cm coffee base is mind blowing 🤪

  • MarkyC on 30/05/2023 - 13:14
    +1

    This is a clean and easy way to get a firm and flat tamp, it's made making espresso faster and cleaner and more consistent. This matow one has held up well too and has a great weight and finish.

  • magic8ballgag on 30/05/2023 - 13:30

    Can anyone confirm if this suits the portafilter that comes with the Breville Barista Express?

    • ju2au on 30/05/2023 - 13:57
      +1

      Yes, it will work fine with your Barista Express. I have the Breville Pro model but they use the same 54mm portafilter.

  • pizzaguy on 30/05/2023 - 13:31

    Noting: I use Breville Barista Express, double basket with a funnel and this tool alone would be impractical for my workflow, because it would be messy to remove the funnel (to use this tool) before tamping.

  • KaTst3R on 30/05/2023 - 14:13

    I have got this one. I find it too heavy for my liking. While it works well to distriute the coffee evenly, this thing is almost 500g and it slipped off my hand a couple times. This works for the Barista Express/Pro models.

  • Archi on 30/05/2023 - 15:07

    WDT tool works better distributing coffee…you'll need a magnetic ring to go the portafilter so dont spill the precious coffee grounds and metal puck screen for even water distribution..

    got all 3 under $15 from temu, works a charm.

  • syswong on 30/05/2023 - 17:12

    For those who haven't seen it, Alternative brewing made a very good video on distribution tools and blind tested them.

    https://youtu.be/ZcJv7mL-huQ

    Spoiler alert, you may not want to watch this if you are a WDT believer….

    • kaleidoscope on 30/05/2023 - 21:36

      it can be like snake oil

    • wtfnodeal on 31/05/2023 - 11:09

      Tell that YouTuber to brew 100 cups each with and without using WDT tool see which give it more consistent results. You may get lucky with 1 or 2 cups having the same good results without using WDT tool but the probability comes in play in long term and with WDT tool you remove the probability.

      • G-rig on 31/05/2023 - 14:09

        It's just experience and feel, the time of the shot is a good indicator. It's too finacy with too many of those accessories and gizmos, makes making a coffee feel like more work. I've never noticed any baristas in cafes faffing around with all that, albeit their machines and grinders are a lot better.

        • wtfnodeal on 31/05/2023 - 14:29

          I’m not a coffee snob but with $5 spent on buying a WDT tool and additional 10 seconds each time distributing before brewing I can obviously SEE, not FEEL, there is no to very little channeling from the bottom of the portafilter compared to not distributing it at all.

          • G-rig on 31/05/2023 - 14:42

            @wtfnodeal: Yeah fair enough, just another step. I've got a bottomless portafilter so it's more obvious if you've stuffed it up or not. Just have to take care and tamp evenly and flat.

            • wtfnodeal on 31/05/2023 - 21:50

              @G-rig: I think channeling is not just due to not being temped unevenly or not flat, but also the ground coffee ‘density’ is usually higher right in the middle when portafilter basket is filled directly from the grinder and therefore the more water will push through lower density sections during the brewing process. I found most of the the time that ‘spitting/channeling’ was not right in the middle before I bought the WDT tool.

              • G-rig on 01/06/2023 - 02:20

                @wtfnodeal: Yeah makes sense, and I dose straight into the group handle.

                I'm not too worried about it, usually goes to the middle after the first few seconds. Guess could test the tool if it was 5$, you just get it from eBay or Ali? I still don't think I'd bother but could test it.

                • G-rig on 01/06/2023 - 08:46

                  @G-rig: PS. I just do 2 or 3 mini tamps to level it off as I'm filling the handle basket, pretty Easy.

                  • wtfnodeal on 01/06/2023 - 14:48

                    @G-rig: ? If the water only pushes through other than the middle section means channeling hence you don’t get a proper extraction. You want all surface at an even level and with the same density for proper extraction. Ali and Temu have it for around $5. But if your mini tamps method works well every time and you think it saves you time over using a WDT tool then I won’t be bothered to waste $5 buying a WDT tool.

                    • G-rig on 01/06/2023 - 15:08

                      @wtfnodeal: Yes correct I know what channelling is - just saying it's obvious on a bottomless when you can see it not going to the middle :). Obviously it has to channel for the initial extraction untill there is enough flow (1-3 sec).

  • McBanjo on 31/05/2023 - 09:03

    Want this but have an auto tamper oracle machine flex

    • chew_chew on 31/05/2023 - 20:39

      How's the auto tamping? I suspect manual puck prep such as wdt would give more consistent results but would take longer

      • McBanjo on 01/06/2023 - 08:10

        Nah the auto tamp on the Oracle is 10/10. Auto dose is also great as coffee waste is much lower. And yes it’s speedy/consistent. You can modify the pressure somewhat but I’ve never needed to - I just modify the grind size first as any good barista should do.

        The auto milk frothing on the other hand is nothing like a manual wand and pretty average in terms of making lots of bubbles, but I’m not that fussy on the milk texture or microfoam. As long as it’s heated up.

  • OzFrugie on 01/06/2023 - 23:12

    can anyone recommend level tamper for 54mm please?
    need level temper because I cannot get even tamp.. always look bit wonky..
    Is normcore level tamper worth the money (like ~$100!) ?

    Ta

    • G-rig on 02/06/2023 - 06:22

      wow 100$

      Are you just using the rubbish plasic one that comes with the brevil? That would be part of the problem if so. Anything with some proper weight is much easier No doubt 54mm is a bit more difficult to 58mm but it's just practice, have to hold it level (i use the grinder pad bottom) and perhaps twist it a bit.

    • syswong on 02/06/2023 - 06:45

      This one in the deal is for 54mm, I have BB+ and use this everyday.

    • MonkDog on 02/06/2023 - 18:24

      It's about $75 on Amazon (and a few other local websites) at the moment.

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