{"title":"Aillio Bullet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Aillio Bullet is a powerful home coffee roaster that uses efficient induction heating to roast batches up to 2.2 lb (and 2.6 lb on the R2 Pro). Compatible with Aillio's proprietary roast profiling software, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/roastime4.aillio.com\/\"\u003eRoasTime\u003c\/a\u003e, you can hook up the Bullet to your computer via USB, make changes to its fan, drum and power settings in real-time, and record the motions into a profile that you can reuse. We offer two versions of the Bullet: the R2 and R2 Pro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for more information? Check out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/library.sweetmarias.mom\/aillio-bullet-coffee-roaster-resources\/\"\u003eAillio Bullet Resource Page\u003c\/a\u003e in our Coffee Library. Running into an error with your roaster? Send us an email at \u003ca href=\"mailto:bulletsupport@sweetmarias.mom\"\u003ebulletsupport@sweetmarias.mom\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aillio-bullet-r2-pro-roaster","title":"Aillio Bullet R2 Pro Roaster","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=FT3KDD0]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor years, experienced coffee roasters have been using the Aillio Bullet R1 for both advanced home roasting and to operate small roasting businesses. Amongst compact, electric roasters the Bullet R1 had the largest batch capacity at 1 kg (2.2 lb) and tremendous hourly output capacity thanks to its back-to-back roasting capability and quick roast time. Coupled with the ability to connect the roaster to a computer and utilize Aillio's \u003ca title=\"Roastime\" href=\"https:\/\/roastime4.aillio.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoasTime\u003c\/a\u003e software to monitor roast progression and control the roaster as well as to log, save, and replay roasts; the Bullet R1 broke a lot of ground when it was released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aillio Bullet R2 Pro takes all these proven qualities and \u003cem\u003eliterally\u003c\/em\u003e amps them up. Owing to it's utilization of \u003ca title=\"Aillio Bullet R2 Pro Power Explained\" href=\"https:\/\/library.sweetmarias.mom\/aillio-bullet-r2-pro-220v-power-plugs-explained\/\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e220v\/2300w power\u003c\/a\u003e, the Bullet R2 Pro has an increased batch capacity of 1.2 kg (2.6 lb) which means that a full batch can yield 2 lb of roasted coffee after accounting for weight loss. When roasting for a small commercial operation, that extra output can quickly add up, resulting in fewer hours spent roasting coffee to meet demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith that in mind, we think the Bullet R2 Pro is a great match for experienced roasters or those for whom the extra batch capacity is essential. For less experienced coffee roasters and home roasters that do not require that extra bit of output, we still recommend the Aillio Bullet R1 or \u003ca title=\"Aillio Bullet R2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sweetmarias.mom\/aillio-bullet-r2-roaster.html\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAillio Bullet R2\u003c\/a\u003e, which in addition to being easier to plug in since they use a standard electrical socket, offer financial savings that can be put towards green coffee. Given the still impressive 1 kg (2.2 lb) capacity of the Bullet R1 and standard Bullet R2, we don't think that saving a little money on the roaster to apply to the coffee budget is a bad idea! We are building out a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/library.sweetmarias.mom\/aillio-bullet-r2-pro-faq-specs-and-detailed-photos\/\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edetailed R2 Pro Specs and FAQ page in our Coffee Library\u003c\/a\u003e too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"line-height: 1.4;\"\u003eBullet R2 Pro Basics\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe presume that most people considering a Bullet R2 Pro are already intimately familiar with its core features, but for the uninitiated here are the highlights:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnlike most electric roasters which rely on heating elements like coils or rods, the entire Bullet line uses induction power to generate heat directly within the drum itself.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThanks to induction heating, Bullets are extremely responsive to power adjustments made during the roast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bullet R2 Pro has 2300w of induction power compared to 1700w on the standard Bullet R2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bullet R2 Pro has 14 power stages, 12 fan power settings, and 9 drum speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Infrared Bean Temperature Sensor (IBTS) is unique to the Bullet and provides consistent, accurate reading of bean temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Bullet roasters can be operated via the front control panel or by connection and computer and utilizing Aillio's RoastTime software.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Bullet roasters have an external cooling tray with fan and are capable of back-to-back roasting. The R2 Pro comes with the Pro Cooling Tray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bullet R2 Pro has a max batch capacity of 1.2 kg (2.6 lb).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOur Experience with the R2 Pro\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've been using our demo Bullet R2 Pro for over a year at this point and our takeaway is this: It does everything Aillio said it would, which is a lot! That might not sound like a ringing endorsement, but it's a testament to Aillio that they found ways to improve upon the original design. The Bullet R1 remains an extremely capable and competitive machine. Producing a machine that is an \u003cem\u003eeven better\u003c\/em\u003e roaster is a tall ask, and they did it. In short, the core functionality of the Bullet R2 Pro remains the same as the Bullet R1, but there are small improvements everywhere that add up. The new display on the roaster provides more information without needing to plug in your computer, so much so we aren't even sure what all of it means! Their new FlowControl sensor which measures and adjusts airflow as the chaff basket fills up is a great innovation, but we didn't really feel like that was an issue with the Bullet R1; we always kept our roaster extremely clean. For those that were\/are not as diligent, this will be a welcome addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have experienced a few bugs and hiccups here and there, which is to be expected for any brand new machine. Aillio took care of them very quickly via firmware updates, and we expect they will continue to be diligent about providing fixes as they have for many years. What that means for anybody considering this machine is that you should be comfortable updating firmware and keeping apprised of updates. Thankfully the process is pretty straightforward on the Bullet R2 Pro and covered in the operation manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasting on the R2 has been easy and straightforward given our extensive experience with the Bullet R1. We've roasted a variety of coffees to different roast levels with great success. The R2 Pro is very flexible in that way. The reponsiveness of the proven induction heating system as well as the added power from the 220v power connection meant that the R2 was equally capable roasting delicate, washed Ethiopias to City and hearty, chocolatey Guatemalas to Full City+. We really had no problem doing it all. Also see our detailed \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/library.sweetmarias.mom\/aillio-bullet-r2-pro-faq-specs-and-detailed-photos\/\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eR2 Pro Specs and FAQ page in our Coffee Library\u003c\/a\u003e too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eImportant R2 Pro Considerations\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bullet R2 Pro requires a 220v recepticle w\/NEMA 6-20P compatibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bullet R2 Pro produces a lot of roast smoke at full capacity. Venting options are covered in the manual, and dedicated venting is strongly recommended. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe main difference between the Bullet R2 Pro and standard Bullet R2 is the batch capacity, 1.2 kg vs 1.0 kg (2.2 lb vs 2.6 lb). That extra capacity is likely essential to commercial operations, but if that isn't a priority for you the standard Bullet R2 or even the still excellent Bullet R1 may be a better option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe have decided to make the Bullet R2 Pro eligible for our 41 - 60 lb UPS Ground flat rate shipping tier for $21.99, as the cost to ship with the true weight of the roaster, Pro Cooling Tray, and coffee (80 lb) is anywhere from $90 to $130. Your Bullet R2 Pro will ship in three separate packages. One package will contain the roaster (55 lb), a second will contain the Pro Cooling Tray, and the third will contain the coffee (10 lb).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCancelled Orders\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMisplaced\/cancelled orders are refunded with a 2.9% deduction for service fees we incur during processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sweet Maria's","offers":[{"title":"Ethiopia Uraga Haro","offer_id":46278794248342,"sku":"RSTR-BNDL-2PRO","price":5299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brazil Machado Recanto do Engenho","offer_id":46417669587094,"sku":"RSTR-BNDL-2PRO","price":5299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1518\/0182\/files\/bullet-r2-pro-sweet-marias-2-2.jpg?v=1780576684"},{"product_id":"aillio-bullet-r2-roaster","title":"Aillio Bullet R2 Roaster","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e#html-body [data-pb-style=DIUHOA3]{justify-content:flex-start;display:flex;flex-direction:column;background-position:left top;background-size:cover;background-repeat:no-repeat;background-attachment:scroll}\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor years, experienced coffee roasters have been using the Aillio Bullet R1 for both advanced home roasting and to operate small roasting businesses. Amongst compact, electric roasters the Bullet R1 had the largest batch capacity at 1 kg (2.2 lb) and tremendous hourly output capacity thanks to its back-to-back roasting capability and quick roast time. Coupled with the ability to connect the roaster to a computer and utilize Aillio's \u003ca title=\"RoasTime\" href=\"https:\/\/roastime4.aillio.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoasTime\u003c\/a\u003e software to monitor roast progression and control the roaster as well as to log, save, and replay roasts; the Bullet R1 broke a lot of ground when it was released. The Aillio Bullet R2 is an update which offers a host of small functional and design improvements that set it apart from the R1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Changes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe R2 features 1700 watts of power versus the R1’s 1550 watts. Although it doesn’t translate into a larger batch capacity, the extra oomph under the hood allows for even more flexiblity in setting roast parameters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the extra power comes an extra power level. The R2 has 10 power levels versus 9 on the R1.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo achieve the increased power, the R2 has redesigned circuit and induction boards for increased performance and accuracy.  The power delivery system has a margin of error of +\/-0.5%  versus the +\/- 2.0% on the R1. We never felt that power accuracy and stability was an issue on the R1, so we're not sure how this improvement translates into roast experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA new airflow sensor (dubbed Flowsense by Aillio) dynamically adjusts the fan speed so that airflow at each fan setting remains consistent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere are improvements to the front panel UI as well as an improved LED light which makes viewing coffee through the sightglass and in the trier much easier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe door handle has been moved to the left side so that it doesn't interfere with the trier handle when opening the door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Bullet R2 includes a bean deflector for the drop chute to keep errant beans from missing the cooling tray, so there's no more need to 3D print or design your own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew modular connections allow for easier access through the control panel for maintenance, such as to clean the IBTS sensor at the front of the roaster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe data connector between the roaster and your computer has been updated to USB-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCore Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets all Bullets apart from the other roasters we offer are the batch size, roast quality, and roast control they offer. By connecting a computer to the roaster and using Aillio's \u003ca title=\"Aillio RoasTime\" href=\"https:\/\/roastime4.aillio.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoasTime\u003c\/a\u003e software, you have a high level of control over the roaster and access to excellent live logging from the traditional bean probe as well as the Infrared Bean Temperature Sensor (IBTS). Compared to manual logging, the Bullet makes it very easy to record your roasts and repeat a profile you enjoyed via the \"playback\" feature. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bullet utilizes induction to heat the drum, which in addition to being very power efficient is very responsive to any power adjustment. The induction module also makes it possible to roast up to 1 kg (2.2 lb) of coffee per batch, which we think is extremely respectible give the size and footprint of this machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bullet R2 has 10 power stages, 12 fan speeds, and 9 drum speeds which allow for a huge level of control over your roast. You can make adjustments directly on the hybrid OLED\/LED display or via your computer connect to RoasTime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSomething important to consider about all Bullets is that they have no form of smoke suppression. Especially at the larger batch sizes, they will generate a large amount of smoke during roasting which is to be expected from any roaster with this capacity. Venting is very important to consider, and the user manual includes several examples of how to properly vent the roaster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOur Experience with the R2\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've been doing most of our testing using our demo Bullet R2 Pro, but from a design and usability perspective the R2 and R2 Pro are largely the same, except for maximum batch capacity. Our main takeaway is this: the R2 does everything Aillio said it would, which is a lot! It's a testament to Aillio that they found ways to improve upon the original design. The Bullet R1 remains an extremely capable and competitive machine. Producing a machine that is an even better roaster is a tall ask, and they did it. In short, the core functionality of the Bullet R2 remains the same as the Bullet R1, but there are small improvements everywhere that add up. The new display on the roaster provides more information without needing to plug in your computer, which is a welcome improvement for people who prefer a more manual approach. Their new FlowControl sensor which measures and adjusts airflow as the chaff basket fills up is a great innovation, but we didn't really feel like that was an issue with the Bullet R1; we always kept our roaster extremely clean. For those that were\/are not as diligent, this will be a welcome addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAillio has been quick to provide firmware updates to the machine and software updates to RoasTime as more of the R2 units have made it into the hands of coffee roasters. Over the years we have felt that Aillio does a decent job of addressing issues and making small improvements to the firmware and software of their roasters, and we expect they will continue to be diligent about providing fixes as they have for many years. What that means for anybody considering this machine is that you should be comfortable updating firmware and keeping apprised of updates. Thankfully the process is pretty straightforward on the Bullet R2 and covered in the operation manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasting on the R2 has been easy and straightforward given our extensive experience with the Bullet R1. We've roasted a variety of coffees to different roast levels with great success. The R2 is very flexible in that way. The reponsiveness of the proven induction heating system has meant that the R2 was equally capable roasting delicate, washed Ethiopias to City and hearty, chocolatey Guatemalas to Full City+. We really had no problem doing it all and have been very happy with the roaster thus far.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have an more info and an FAQ on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/library.sweetmarias.mom\/aillio-bullet-r2-faq-specs-and-detailed-photos\/\" rel=\"noopener\" tabindex=\"0\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAillio Bullet R2 in the Coffee Library\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCancelled Orders\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMisplaced\/cancelled orders are refunded with a 2.9% deduction for service fees we incur during processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sweet Maria's","offers":[{"title":"Ethiopia Uraga Haro","offer_id":46426745700502,"sku":null,"price":4099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Brazil Machado Recanto do Engenho","offer_id":46426745733270,"sku":null,"price":4099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1518\/0182\/files\/bullet_r2-1_869970bc-e3e7-4cd6-8019-2374bd344bc7.jpg?v=1774876984"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/1518\/0182\/collections\/aillio-bullet.png?v=1774339853","url":"https:\/\/www.sweetmarias.mom\/collections\/aillio-bullet.oembed","provider":"Sweet Maria's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}