Uncover the NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2 on this in-depth evaluation, exploring its design, performance, and efficiency.
BY VASILEIA FANARIOTI
SENIOR ONLINE CORRESPONDENT
Featured picture by Vasileia Fanarioti
Creating professional-grade micro-foam at residence has lengthy been a problem for espresso fans who need to replicate the luxurious texture and style present in espresso outlets. Thankfully, developments in frothing know-how have made it doable to attain café-quality outcomes with out investing in dear business gear.
On this evaluation, we’ll discover Subminimal’s NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2, inspecting its design, settings, and efficiency. We’ll dive into the unboxing expertise, technical specs, and real-world testing to see if the NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2 lives as much as its promise of delivering distinctive micro-foam with ease.
Unboxing the NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2
Unboxing the NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2 reveals a well-organized bundle that features all the pieces it’s essential get began in your microfoam journey:
- The NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2 (220V Model)
- {An electrical} base and plug
- Three stream controllers (black, blue, inexperienced)
- Person handbook and fast begin information
- A cleansing brush
- Certificates of authenticity
- Entry code for Latte Artwork Grasp Class
Design & Technical Specs
If you first unbox the NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2, the system instantly makes an impression with its modern, fashionable design. The matte end provides a contact of magnificence to its general look. Compact and trendy, it measures 12x12x20 cm, so it’s going to match in your kitchen counter with out occupying an excessive amount of area. The system weighs simply 800 grams, giving it a considerable but manageable really feel.
A couple of extra key specs:
- Energy: With 400 watts of energy, this frother packs sufficient punch to create easy, velvety micro-foam in simply minutes.
- Capability: The system can deal with between 100 to 220 ml of milk, good for a single serving or a few drinks.
- Water Resistance: Rated IPX-5, the NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2 is proof against water splashes, making it sturdy and straightforward to scrub.
Preliminary Setup
Organising the NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2 is comparatively easy, although there are just a few steps that require consideration to element. The very first thing you’ll discover is that the system’s impeller is connected to the lid, and its alignment is essential for optimum efficiency. To get began, it’s essential make sure the lid is firmly in place—aligning the entrance first earlier than pushing down the again. This alignment straight impacts the impeller’s place, which in flip impacts the standard of the froth produced.
The included fast begin information is useful, offering clear directions that even these new to exploit frothers can observe. Nonetheless, it’s price noting {that a} little bit of trial and error could also be essential, particularly if you happen to’re in a rush or unfamiliar with the sort of gear.
Person Expertise
As soon as the system is about up, utilizing the NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2 is pretty intuitive. The controls are easy and responsive, and the varied program modes permit for personalisation based mostly on the kind of drink you’re making. This system choices vary from minimal aeration for small drinks to extra intense aeration for bigger, foamier drinks.
Throughout operation, the system runs comparatively quietly, which is a plus for early morning espresso routines. The unit beeps and shows “OK” when the microfoam reaches roughly 55°C (130°F), indicating that it’s able to pour. If you happen to want your milk hotter, the NanoFoam continues to churn till it reaches round 70°C (158°F), at which level it stops robotically.
Whereas the operation is mostly easy, there could be a studying curve, notably when adjusting the impeller peak. Turning the knob clockwise lowers the impeller, which may barely cut back aeration—a helpful characteristic for smaller drinks. Conversely, elevating the impeller helps with more difficult milk alternate options, although discovering the proper setting might take some experimentation.
Customizing the Expertise
The NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2 presents a notable diploma of customization, permitting you to tailor the foaming course of to your particular preferences. The three included stream controllers—black, blue, and inexperienced—play an important function on this. Every controller adjusts the velocity of the vortex, thereby altering the froth’s density.
For traditional dairy milk, the black stream controller is often adequate, offering a constant, easy micro-foam. Nonetheless, if you happen to’re working with plant-based alternate options, you would possibly want to modify to the blue or inexperienced controllers, which supply sooner vortex speeds and extra aggressive aeration.
Testing with Dairy Milk
In the case of conventional dairy milk, the NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2 delivers on its promise of manufacturing barista-quality micro-foam. Utilizing the black stream controller and the suitable program setting, I discovered the froth to be dense, easy, and constant—ideally suited for lattes and cappuccinos. The system heats the milk effectively, with the temperature reaching a passable degree for many espresso drinks. The ensuing foam was steady, holding its construction nicely, which is crucial for creating intricate latte artwork.
Testing with Milk Options
Testing the NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2 with milk alternate options akin to oat and almond milk yielded combined outcomes. These alternate options sometimes current a problem for many frothers, and the NanoFoamer isn’t any exception. The blue and inexperienced stream controllers are designed to accommodate the completely different viscosities and foaming properties of plant-based milks, and with the correct setup, the system can produce first rate foam.
As an example, with oat milk, the blue stream controller supplied a foam that was comparatively easy, although not as dense as what dairy milk achieved. Almond milk, which tends to be more difficult, required the inexperienced stream controller for extra aggressive aeration, however even then, the froth was considerably thinner and fewer steady.
Sustaining the NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2
I discovered the NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2 comparatively straightforward to scrub and keep, due to its considerate design. The included cleansing brush allowed me to achieve all of the small crevices the place milk residue would possibly accumulate. I rinsed the impeller and lid beneath heat water, ensuring to take away any milk residue.
For a extra thorough cleansing, you’ll be able to disassemble the impeller by fastidiously eradicating it from the lid. This lets you clear every part individually, guaranteeing that no milk residue is left behind, which may have an effect on the efficiency over time. It’s additionally advisable to periodically examine the stream controllers for any build-up and rinse them completely.
The Takeaway
The NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2 is good for residence baristas and occasional fans who search to create café-quality micro-foam with out the necessity for costly gear. It’s notably suited for individuals who take pleasure in customizing their espresso expertise, because it presents loads of flexibility with varied program modes and stream controllers.
The NanoFoamer PRO GEN-2 is offered with plug sorts for EU (220V), UK (220V), and US (120V) markets, and it’s priced at $159 USD.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Vasileia Fanarioti (she/her) is a senior on-line correspondent for Barista Journal and a contract copywriter and editor with a major deal with the espresso area of interest. She has additionally been a volunteer copywriter for the I’M NOT A BARISTA NPO, offering content material to assist educate folks about baristas and their work.
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