Frequently asked questions

Product details, installation guidance, technical answers, and the current machine support roadmap.

About Bean Pounder

What the mod does, how it works, and where the project stands.

Bean Pounder is an aftermarket espresso machine mod that adds pressure profiling, flow profiling, and brew-by-weight without replacing the factory controller.

It works alongside the original electronics so the machine keeps its existing safety systems, temperature control, and normal behavior while gaining more intelligent brew control.

Installation & safety

Machine requirements, reversibility, testing, and safe installation.

Machine support roadmap

Launch support, near-term targets, future research, and lower-priority machines.

Technical & software

Firmware, control architecture, connectivity, and machine adaptation.

Open source & community

What will be shared and how to contribute or get help.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Bean Pounder?

Which features are currently included?

Does Bean Pounder replace the factory controller?

Does it require cloud access?

What is the current project status?

Which machines are the easiest to support?

Can I reverse the installation?

Is professional installation required?

Why does access to a test machine matter?

Which machine will have official support at release?

Which machines are planned shortly after release?

Which E61 and more complex machines are planned for the future?

Which machines are last priority or far-future targets?

How can I help get my machine supported?

How does Bean Pounder control the brew process?

Does every machine need custom firmware?

Will firmware updates be available?

What can I do from the mobile app?

What does Bean Pounder plan to open source?

Will everything be open source?

What projects inspired Bean Pounder?

Where can I ask questions or offer a test machine?