BigStep Hydra. The World’s First Hydraulically Controlled Coffee Tamper. Precision Tamping. Inspired by High-Performance Engineering.
At its core, HYDRA features a hydraulic damper that controls compression force, giving users an exceptionally smooth, tactile, and consistent tamping experience — regardless of the coffee or recipe. Crafted from premium 316 stainless steel and aluminum, every component reflects durability, quality, and performance.
In the world of espresso, consistency is king — not pressure. Traditional advice once emphasized tamping at 30 pounds of force, even encouraging users to “tap” the portafilter between tamps — a method now known to disrupt the coffee puck and increase channeling. Modern “click” tampers attempt to simplify the process but often introduce sudden, jarring feedback into the puck, undermining the very consistency they promise.
HYDRA changes everything!