Commercial-grade Jura machines for cafes, restaurants, and high-volume settings. We cover the features that matter when you are serving 30+ cups daily: dual systems, build durability, serviceability, and speed.
Why Jura for Commercial Use?
Jura’s GIGA line is purpose-built for commercial environments. Dual grinders, dual thermoblock heating, and reinforced brew units mean these machines can handle continuous brewing without overheating or losing extraction quality. The touchscreen interfaces are designed for speed - customers and staff can select drinks quickly without navigating complex menus.
The tradeoff versus traditional commercial espresso machines is control. A Jura GIGA is fully automatic - you sacrifice the manual precision a barista has with a semi-automatic setup. The benefit is consistency: every cup tastes the same, regardless of who presses the button.
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What to Look for in a Commercial Jura
| Feature | Why It Matters | GIGA 6 |
|---|---|---|
| Dual grinders | Switch between bean types (regular/decaf) without emptying the hopper | Yes - 2 ceramic disc grinders |
| Dual heating | Brew espresso and steam milk simultaneously - critical for speed | Yes - 2 thermoblock systems |
| Daily capacity | How many cups before performance degrades | 30-50+ cups |
| Water tank | Larger tanks reduce interruptions during rush periods | 2.6L (or direct water line) |
| Bean capacity | Dual hoppers let you offer regular and decaf without swapping | 2x 280g hoppers |
| Maintenance alerts | Automated prompts prevent staff from skipping cleaning cycles | Yes - on-screen prompts |
Commercial Considerations
Volume planning. A single GIGA 6 comfortably handles a small cafe (20-40 cups/day). For higher volume, consider two machines or evaluate whether a traditional semi-automatic setup is a better fit for your workflow.
Service contracts. For commercial use, a Jura service contract is strongly recommended. Professional servicing every 6-12 months keeps the brew unit, grinders, and heating systems in peak condition. The cost is worth it compared to unplanned downtime.
Water quality. Hard water is the number one cause of premature failure in commercial espresso machines. Install a proper water filtration system - not just the CLARIS in-tank filter. Our water filtration guide covers the basics.
Staff training. While one-touch operation requires minimal training, cleaning and maintenance routines need to be assigned to specific staff members. Jura’s automated cleaning prompts help, but someone needs to own the daily and weekly routines. See our cleaning guide and maintenance guide.
Is the Z10 a Commercial Option?
The Jura Z10 can work in a very small cafe or tasting room (15-20 cups/day), especially if cold brew is part of your menu. However, it lacks dual grinders and dual heating, so it cannot brew and froth simultaneously. For true commercial volume, the GIGA is the right choice.
Alternatives to Consider
If a fully automatic is not the right fit, you might want a semi-automatic commercial machine. The tradeoff: more control, but more skill required and higher labor costs. See our commercial-grade espresso at home article for context on how automatic machines compare to traditional setups.
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