The Beango Cube X Pro is reshaping home coffee roasting with its compact, cube-shaped design and smart automation. Currently funding on Kickstarter, the Cube X Pro has already surpassed its $10,000 goal, allowing backers to secure the unit for $2,599 (27% off the $3,550 retail price) with shipping slated for September. Its automated roasting system simplifies the process for home users, paired with a user-friendly interface that reduces guesswork. The roaster handles batches from 100g to 300g using an infrared electric drum, which evenly heats beans in 10–15 minutes. Designed for kitchens, it balances beginner-friendly operation with tools for advanced users to customize profiles.
Built-in acoustic sensors automatically detect the initial and subsequent cracks—critical stages where beans release oils and develop flavor—logging these moments in digital roast profiles. This data helps users replicate results or tweak settings. Advanced users can adjust DTR settings depending on whether beans are washed, natural, or honey-processed to optimize development time ratios. The app connects via smartphone, allowing remote monitoring and control of temperature, fan speed, and drum rotation. PID-stabilized preheating maintains consistent heat, minimizing errors caused by environmental factors like room temperature.
The Cube X Pro offers three roasting modes. Auto Roasting uses presets tailored to bean types like Washed or Natural, while Manual mode lets experienced users adjust heat and airflow. Professionals can craft custom curves in a dedicated mode, fine-tuning acidity or bitterness. Auto Stop halts roasting when beans reach preset levels, and quick 100g sample batches let users test settings without waste.
Workflow stays simple: preheat, load beans, roast, then unload. The cooling system instantly stops development post-roast, locking in flavors. Regular drum cleaning ensures performance, though humidity or exhaust changes might affect outcomes slightly.
Beginners benefit from press-and-play operation, while the app’s live data helps track progress and improve skills over time. Infrared heating avoids uneven spots common in cheaper roasters, guaranteeing beans roast uniformly from light to dark.
Sensors and app controls maintain consistency across batches, preserving origin-specific flavors like fruity Ethiopian or chocolatey Colombian notes. By automating complex steps yet allowing experimentation, the Cube X Pro bridges the gap between home ease and commercial precision.
It empowers casual drinkers and café owners alike to enjoy fresh, tailored roasts without expert skills—proving small-batch roasting can be both smart and accessible.
