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homeffect®
Homeffect tapping container

Manufactured in Germany, the Homeffect tapping container is an elegant solution for the clean disposal of coffee grounds and blends harmoniously into any kitchen with its sophisticated and patented design.
Thanks to the innovative tapping device, tapping is precise and the coffee grounds fall directly into the container. The raised rear wall of the container prevents splashes and saves the hassle of wiping up after use. Noise reduction is ensured by the particularly soft and noise-absorbing knock-off pad and the non-slip rubber . These features, combined with the attractive design, make the knock box a practical accessory for coffee preparation. Cleaning is easy thanks to the generous opening of the coffee grounds container. In addition to the attractive design and high functionality, Homeeffect offers a 30-day money-back guarantee for risk-free use.
Made of BPA-free material, dishwasher-safe and food-safe, the tapping container is a reliable addition for coffee lovers who appreciate quality and efficiency.

Advantages

Dishwasher safe
✅ Robust
✅ Low noise level
✅ 30-day money-back guarantee

Disadvantages

❌ None

The first impression

Packaging and contents

ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?

CriterionRemarkScore achieved*
Product protectionCarton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected100 points
Sustainability PackagingCompact product packaging, unnecessary packaging waste has been avoided100 points
Package contents & scopeComplete, including free e-book and 30-day money-back guarantee100 points
Instructions for useWritten in German, easy to understand100 points
Total100 points
Weighting: 20%
*The maximum score is 100 points

The packaging makes a very good impression at first glance. The sustainability is particularly positive, as only recyclable and renewable materials such as paper and cardboard were used for the shipping carton. The compact design of the packaging helps to minimize waste and leaves no room for superfluous packaging material.
The scope of delivery includes the tapping container, a thank you card and the operating instructions. The latter is written in several languages, including German, and provides sufficient information on how to use the appliance. The bonus e-book on the thank-you card, which contains tips on coffee grounds recycling, is a positive highlight.
The contents of the packaging are complete, in perfect condition and meet expectations.

The first time in your hand

Product processing and appearance

ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?

CriterionRemarkScore achieved*
Visual appearanceAttractive design100 points
ProcessingGood workmanship, patented tee pad100 points
StabilityVery robust100 points
Sustainability of the productNo information on sustainability, but high-quality materials, money-back guarantee and free e-book 90 points
Total 98 points
Weighting: 20%
*The maximum score is 100 points
The knock box makes a good impression at first glance

The Homeffect coffee grounds container not only impresses with its elegant design, but also with its impeccable workmanship. There are no visible processing errors. Both the transitions and the surfaces are precisely and flawlessly finished. The patented knock-off pad is very robust and the anti-slip rubber provides even more stability, which in turn indicates a long service life and high resistance of the container.
Unfortunately, no specific information is available on the sustainability of the product. However, it is worth mentioning thathigh-quality materials are used and a 30-day money-back guarantee is provided. These factors underline the manufacturer’s commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
The accompanying e-book with tips on coffee grounds sustainability demonstrates the company’s attention to eco-friendly practices.

This is what our practical test showed

Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?

ℹ️ Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.

CriterionRemarkScore achieved*
User friendlinessEasy handling100 points
Noise levelLow-noise construction 80 points
CleanlinessEasy to clean100 points
RobustnessVery robust100 points
SizeGood size (12.3 × 12.3 × 11.8 cm)100 points
Total 96 points
Weighting: 45%
*The maximum score is 100 points

The Homeffect coffee grounds container proves to be extremely user-friendly, especially thanks to the innovative pad, which enables precise and effortless tapping of the coffee grounds. The raised back wall prevents splashes, keeps the work surface clean and also makes handling easier for beginners.
The low-noise design of the tapping container ensures a pleasant preparation environment and thus comes close to tapping containers with a rubberized rod. The soft beater pad and non-slip rubber reduce the beating noise, which is particularly appreciated in noise-sensitive environments.
In terms of cleanliness, the Knock-Box impresses with a large opening that makes it easy to empty the pulp container. The dishwasher-safe container makes it easy to clean and maintain the product.
The robustness of the knock-off container is guaranteed by the high-quality workmanship and choice of materials, which indicates a solid construction and durability.
With optimal dimensions of 12.3 × 12.3 × 11.8 cm, the container fits next to a portafilter machine to save space and still has enough volume for sufficient coffee grounds. This makes it not only easily accessible, but also an inconspicuous but functional accessory in the kitchen.
In summary, the Homeffect tapping container is extremely user-friendly, quiet, easy to clean, robust and well dimensioned for practical use next to the espresso machine.

Price/performance ratio

and ratings from consumers

ℹ️ Finally, we examine how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also look at the consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.

CriterionRemarkScore achieved*
Price / performance ratioVery good performance in the mid-price segment80 points
Rating cut4.4 out of 5.0 on Amazon70 points
Total75 points
Weighting: 15%
*The maximum score is 100 points

On the Amazon platform, consumers rate the product with an average of 4.4 stars. One common complaint is that the sieve falls into the container when it is knocked off. Many customers like the workmanship, the ease of cleaning and the quiet operation. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that beating works easily and cleanly, the container is easy to clean and the sieve does not fall out when beating. However, it should be noted that portafilters are generally not standardized and therefore for approx. 5 % of users the portafilter insert with the coffee grounds can fall into the container when tapping.

Prices of up to €44.99 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €11.99 . With a price of €23.95, the Homeffect knock-off container is therefore currently in the middle price segment. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is reasonable.

Overall result

WeightingScore achieved*
1. packaging & contents20%100 points
2. product processing & appearance20% 98 points
3. in the practical test45% 96 points
4. price/performance & consumer ratings15% 75 points
Total 94 points
*The maximum score is 100 points
Homeffect tapping container
of the brand
homeffect®
achieved
94
Points in our test and therefore passed. The test was carried out in the test period
01/24
and is stored in our database under the licence number
240106001
. Further information on our test procedure can be found at www.pruefengel.de/testverfahren.

The practical tests are based on careful observations and do not include long-term or laboratory tests. The test judgements reflect the personal impressions and opinions of the testers who try out the products in everyday use. We would like to emphasise that these evaluations do not claim to be exhaustive and may reflect both subjective and objective impressions. The evaluations are made to the best of our knowledge and belief, without any liability being assumed for the accuracy or completeness of the test results. It is important to note that our tests are not based on legal requirements, medical effects or specific ingredients of the products. We rely on the advertising claims and information provided by the manufacturers, but use of the information is always at your own risk. Our efforts are aimed at ensuring a serious and thorough testing procedure, which has been developed in a long and professional process in close co-operation with our testers.

The practical tests are based on careful observation and do not include long-term or laboratory tests. The test ratings reflect the opinion of our experts and are based on careful analysis. We would like to emphasize that these evaluations do not claim to be exhaustive and reflect both subjective and objective impressions. The assessments are made to the best of our knowledge and belief, without any liability being assumed for the accuracy or completeness of the test results. It is important to note that our tests are not based on legal requirements, medical effects or specific ingredients of the products. We rely on the advertising claims and information provided by the manufacturers, but use of the information is always at your own risk. Our efforts are aimed at ensuring a reputable and thorough testing process, which has been developed in a long and professional process in close cooperation with our experts.

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