Product Description
Designed for the home barista who wants real control over their espresso, the Quick Mill Aquila Plus Stainless pairs Italian heat exchanger engineering with a rotary pump, PID temperature control and an OLED display with shot timer. This is a machine built for people who take extraction seriously - those who dial in grind size, pre-infusion time and pump pressure rather than simply pressing a button and hoping for the best.
The stainless steel finish is the most traditional of the three Aquila Plus options, giving it a clean, professional look that suits a working coffee bench. The same machine is also available in matt black with wood and white with wood for those who prefer a warmer aesthetic. All three share the same technical specification.
Quick Mill has been manufacturing espresso machines in Senago, northern Italy since 1945, and the Aquila Plus reflects that heritage. Every component is built and assembled in-house, and the design includes Quick Mill's Instant Stability technology, which brings the machine to operating temperature in around 12 minutes and maintains thermal consistency between shots. At Auspresso Sydney, the machine is backed by a 24-month parts and labour warranty and Auspresso's own in-house service team.
Heating System
The Aquila Plus uses a 1.8L insulated stainless steel heat exchanger boiler, allowing you to brew espresso and steam milk simultaneously without switching modes. The heat exchanger design draws water for brewing through a circuit that runs through the steam boiler, which means the steam side is always ready when you are. For households that regularly make milk-based drinks, this is a meaningful practical advantage over single-boiler machines.
Quick Mill's Instant Stability technology manages thermal consistency throughout the extraction and between shots. This addresses one of the traditional weaknesses of heat exchanger machines, which can require temperature surfing to stabilise the brew circuit. The result is more predictable extraction from shot to shot, which matters when you are dialling in a new coffee or working with lighter roasts that are less forgiving of temperature swings.
Extraction and Temperature Control
PID temperature control gives the machine precise, electronic regulation of boiler temperature rather than relying on a pressurestat alone. The OLED display shows temperature, shot timer and water level at a glance, and allows you to programme pre-infusion time, standby mode and eco mode without digging into menus.
The rotary pump is one of the key reasons to choose the Aquila Plus over a more basic machine. It is quieter than a vibration pump, thanks to Quick Mill's exclusive vibration reduction system, which the manufacturer rates at up to 40% noise reduction. It also delivers smoother, more consistent pressure during extraction, and the pump pressure is adjustable from the expansion valve on the side panel. A rotary pump also allows the machine to be plumbed directly to mains water, removing the need to refill the tank.
A dual-scale pressure gauge shows both boiler and pump pressure simultaneously, giving you a real-time picture of what the machine is doing during warm-up, extraction and steaming. Programmable pre-infusion allows the puck to be saturated gently before full pressure is applied, which can reduce channelling and improve extraction consistency, particularly with fresh or lighter-roasted coffee.
Build Quality and Design
The full stainless steel body gives this version a clean, purposeful look that fits naturally in a professional home setup. There are no wood accents, which makes it the more straightforward choice for buyers who want the machine to blend into a modern kitchen or who simply prefer the classic stainless aesthetic common to commercial espresso equipment.
The anti-burn multidirectional steam and hot water wands are finished in stainless steel and designed to reduce the risk of contact burns during use. Safety features throughout include a temperature probe managed by the PID, a vacuum valve, a certified safety valve and a resettable thermostat. Automatic boiler refill is handled by an electronic level probe, and a magnetic no-water sensor cuts the pump if the tank runs dry.
Water Source
The Aquila Plus can be used from its 3 litre internal water tank or connected directly to mains water. Starting from the tank is the more straightforward setup for most home installations, and 3 litres is sufficient for normal daily use. Plumbing to mains water suits a more permanent coffee station or a higher-volume household where refilling the reservoir becomes inconvenient. The machine includes a low water alarm and magnetic sensor for protection when running from the tank.
Who Should Consider This Machine
The Aquila Plus Stainless is the right machine for someone who already makes espresso regularly and wants to move up to a quieter, more capable setup with proper temperature control and simultaneous brew and steam. It suits households where milk drinks are a daily routine and where the person making coffee enjoys the process of grinding, dosing, timing and refining.
The stainless finish is particularly well suited to buyers who want a no-fuss, professional look or who are setting up a dedicated coffee station where the machine's appearance takes a back seat to its performance. It is also a sensible choice for anyone who wants to plumb in their machine, either now or in the future.
This machine is more than you need if you want a simple, push-button experience or only make the occasional espresso. The Aquila Plus rewards engagement with the process, and its features are most useful to someone who will actually use them.
Key Features
- Full stainless steel body
- 1.8L insulated stainless steel heat exchanger boiler
- Quick Mill Instant Stability technology - ready in around 12 minutes, consistent temperature between shots
- Rotary pump with up to 40% noise reduction (Quick Mill exclusive)
- Pump pressure adjustable from side panel expansion valve
- PID electronic temperature control
- OLED display showing temperature, shot timer and water level
- Programmable pre-infusion
- Dual-scale pressure gauge for boiler and pump pressure
- 3 litre water tank
- Direct mains water connection option
- Automatic boiler refill with electronic level probe
- Anti-burn multidirectional stainless steel steam wand
- Anti-burn multidirectional stainless steel hot water wand
- Stainless steel cup warmer
- Programmable standby mode
- Programmable eco mode
- Low water alarm and magnetic no-water sensor
- Vacuum valve, safety valve and resettable thermostat
- Single and double spout portafilter handles and baskets included
- Free shipping
- 24 months parts and labour warranty by Auspresso's service department
What's Included
- Quick Mill Aquila Plus espresso machine
- Single-spout portafilter handle
- Double-spout portafilter handle
- Single filter basket
- Double filter basket
Technical Specifications
- Machine type
- Heat exchanger espresso machine
- Finish
- Stainless steel
- Boiler
- 1.8L insulated stainless steel heat exchanger boiler
- Pump
- Rotary pump with up to 40% noise reduction
- Pump adjustment
- Adjustable from side panel expansion valve
- Temperature control
- PID electronic temperature control
- Pre-infusion
- Programmable
- Display
- OLED display showing temperature, shot timer and water level
- Pressure gauge
- Dual-scale gauge for boiler and pump pressure
- Water tank capacity
- 3 litres
- Water connection
- Internal tank or direct mains connection
- Steam wand
- Anti-burn multidirectional stainless steel steam wand
- Hot water wand
- Anti-burn multidirectional stainless steel hot water wand
- Cup warmer
- Stainless steel cup warmer
- Standby mode
- Programmable
- Eco mode
- Programmable
- Safety features
- Vacuum valve, certified safety valve, resettable thermostat, low water alarm, magnetic no-water sensor
- Power
- 1,300-1,700W
- Voltage
- 220/230V, 50/60Hz
- Dimensions (W x D x H)
- 308 x 482 x 363mm
- Net weight
- 28.5kg
