Sample Coffee Roasters
Sample Roaster - 500 mg - MCR500 - 2015 - Very Good Condition - Used
The MCR-500 delivers the control, consistency, and data collection capabilities demanded by specialty coffee roasters. Whether you're cupping new c...
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Sample Roaster - Mill City Roasters MCR-500 - 2021 - Excellent Condition - Never Used (Crating Included)
Mill City Roasters have become one of the most trusted names in specialty coffee roasting equipment. The MCR-500 offers the same professional roast...
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150g-850g Sample Roaster - Stronghold S7-Pro - 2021 - Excellent Condition - Used (Crating Inc.)
Smart Roasting Technology: Unlike traditional drum roasters, the Stronghold S7 Pro actively measures and controls both drum wall temperature and i...
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Sample Roaster - 2 Barrel Probat BRZ-2 - 2022 - Excellent Condition - Never Used
Available NOW !! Dual drum system for side‑by‑side coffee comparisons Precise roast profiling for cupping accuracy Built for high-performance sa...
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Sample Roaster - Probat PRG-1Z - 2009 - Very Good - Used
Condition: Very Good Condition Location: Midwestern USA Year Built: 2009 Service: Cleaned and maintained while in service Capacity: 100 gr ...
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Sample Roaster - Probat BRZ-1 - 2020 - Excellent Condition - Used (Crating Included)
Condition: Excellent Location: EU Year Built: 2020 Last Used: 2026 (Only Tested) Capacity: 80-100 grams Included Equipment: Roaster, Chaff C...
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Sample Roaster - US Roaster Corp - 2016 - Very Good Condition - Used
Safe 24‑volt operator controls Even, accurate heat control for repeatable roast curves Cast‑iron burners for powerful, consistent BTUs Cyclonic...
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200 grams Probat Lab Roaster - 2020 - Excellent Condition - Used
Take your Roast experimentation to the next level with the Probat Lab Series, a premium Electric roaster crafted in 2020. Designed for precision ...
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Sample Roaster - Ikawa V3 Pro 50 - 2020 - Excellent Condition - Used
Ikawa V3 Pro 50Only about 200 roasts on this machine Step up your coffee game with the cutting-edge Ikawa SR-50g Sample Roaster. This is more than ...
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Ikawa P100 Sample Roaster - 2021 - Very Good Condition - Used
No Waiting, It’s ready to ship NOW! If you're looking for a sample roaster (or just an awesome home coffee roaster) with consistent, repeatable, sm...
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Ikawa Pro 100 Sample Roaster - 2021- Excellent Condition - Used
🔥 Like-New Ikawa Pro 100 Roaster – Only 3 Hours of Use! 🔥 You have to check out this Ikawa sample roaster—it's practically brand new! Just take a l...
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100g Probat BZR-2 Sample Roaster - 2013 - Good Condition - Used
🔥 Your Next Roast Master’s Dream Machine is Here! 🔥 Introducing the 2013 Probat "SR" Sample Roaster – a legendary machine built for precision, reli...
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300g Jabez Burns M-102 Sample Roaster - 1993/1994 - Good Condition - Used
Sample Roaster - Jabaz Burns M-102 - Mid 1990's - Good Condition - Used This delightful 2-barrel roaster, a true workhorse, was acquired second-ha...
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100g Probat PRG 1 Sample Roaster - 2014 - Good Condition - Used
Discover the art of coffee roasting with the Probat PRG-1 Sample Roaster, a pristine 2014 model that exudes confidence and quality. This roaster ha...
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Used Proaster THCR-005 Sample Roaster - 2016 - Excellent Condition
Proaster 500 Gram Sample Roaster The THCR-005 is an international-standard coffee sample roaster. The strengthened hot air supply system allows fo...
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1 lb US Roaster Corp Sample Roaster - 2008 - Good Condition - Used
1 lb US Roaster Corp Sample Roaster - 2008 Good Condition Here we have a fully operational 1 lb. US Roaster Corp Sample Roaster. It has been wel...
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1 lb US Roaster Corp Sample Roaster - 2014 - Very Good Condition - Used
Here we have a fully operational 1 lb US Roaster Corp Sample Roaster without any issues. It has been well maintained during its lifetime with the...
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Sample coffee roasters let you test green coffee in small batches before committing to a full production run. This collection covers used Probat sample roasters, Ikawa units, Mill City, and other brands built for 50g to 1kg batches, so you can evaluate a lot, dial in a roast profile, or run cupping labs without touching your main roaster. Each listing is inspected and includes real capacity and condition details.
Why Buy a Used Sample Roaster from CoffeeTec
A sample roaster earns its space in a roastery fast. It lets you taste a lot before you buy it, catch defects before a full batch goes wrong, and refine a profile without wasting green coffee on a production-size run. Buying used gets you that capability at a lower cost than new, and every listing here notes hours of use, condition, and included accessories so you know what you are getting.
Sample roasters also stay useful long after your roastery grows. Cupping labs, importers, and quality control teams keep one running even at larger volumes, since evaluating a small batch is faster and cheaper than tying up a production roaster for a test roast.
Sample Roaster Batch Size Guide
| Batch Size | Best For | Common Brands |
|---|---|---|
| 50g to 100g | Solo cupping and quick quality control checks on incoming lots | Ikawa, Probat BZR |
| 100g to 300g | Team cupping sessions and comparing multiple green offers in one day | Probat Lab Series, Proaster, US Roaster Corp |
| 300g to 1kg | High sample volume labs and near-production profile testing | Mill City, Stronghold |
If you already know you want an Ikawa, our Ikawa sample roasters collection breaks down the Pro50, Pro100, and Pro V3 models side by side. Once you are ready to move past sample-size batches, the 1 to 4 kg roaster collection is the natural next step up.
Have a sample roaster you are ready to move on from? You can sell your equipment through CoffeeTec and put the proceeds toward your next machine.
FAQs
Is a sample roaster worth it for a small roastery?
+Yes. A sample roaster lets you taste a green coffee lot and catch flaws before you commit to buying it, and it saves your production roaster for actual production. Most roasteries recoup that cost quickly by avoiding one bad purchase.
What batch size should I choose: 50g, 100g, or 1kg?
+A 50g to 100g machine covers solo cupping and quick checks on incoming green lots. Move up to 100g to 300g if you cup as a team or compare several offers in one sitting. Go with 300g to 1kg if you run a high-volume lab or want profiles that transfer more closely to production batches.
Can a sample roaster replace a production roaster?
+No. A sample roaster is built for evaluating and profiling small lots, not for daily output. Most roasteries run one alongside a separate production roaster, using the sample machine to test a coffee before committing green stock to a full batch.
Should I buy a used sample roaster or a new one?
+A used sample roaster gives you the same core function at a lower price, which matters since these machines see less daily wear than a production roaster. Check the condition notes and hours of use on each listing, and see our used coffee roaster buying guide for what to check before you commit.
Can I finance a sample coffee roaster through CoffeeTec?
+Yes, CoffeeTec offers financing options for qualified buyers, so you can add a sample roaster to your lab without paying the full amount upfront.