EK Success Tools Circle Punch 4.54 x 9.620000000000001 x 16.75 cm 54-10062

This tool works great, delivery was very fast and before the expected date

Excellent punch. Clean and smooth holes.

I like the results, perfect circle

Very good

I was just trying it and it got jammed

Not that much sharp Able to use in heavy paper only

It’s ok for a few uses but goes very blunt very quickly.

messy, doesn't have a container to collect the droppings

I bought this EK Tools 2-inch circle punch to make my own espresso basket filters from Chemex paper. I use a Breville Barista Express, but the punched circles do not fit any of the stock baskets that came with my machine. They fit my aftermarket 53 mm baskets extremely well, so basket compatibility should be checked before purchasing. The punch feels solid and produces clean, consistent circles without tearing or leaving rough edges. The finished filters lay flat inside compatible baskets without curling or bunching, and using the punch is much easier than trying to cut circles by hand. The upfront cost is definitely higher than just buying premade espresso filters. The advantage is that the punch is reusable, and over time you are not stuck buying whatever paper quality, thickness, or brand happens to be available in premade circles. You can experiment with different filter papers and choose exactly what works best for your espresso setup. That flexibility is really what makes the tool worth owning.

Sturdy. Easy to use. Crisp cuts. Does not stick. Very impressed with product and performance. Definitely recommend!!

The pricing is way too expensive. If your not n a hurry, go to Ali express and get it. It won’t even be half the price. It works well. But the first one I got was bent and I couldn’t use it, so I returned it and got a replacement.

I have a lot of pour over coffee filters yet I’ve been drinking mainly espresso lately. So I decided to start using them for espresso. This paper punch works just fine cutting the right size. I use mostly 14-16 IMS competition basket or sometimes 16-20. If you put the paper in your portafilter and then you rinse it in your machine, the paper gets stuck to the bottom and the walls of the basket nicely. Then I just let it dry in the portafilter outside the machine while I grind my coffee and get ready. It works just fine this way. Just be careful, you don’t want to put your freshly ground coffee in a wet portafilter. And don’t worry that your portafilter loses a couple of degrees during the filter drying. ;)

I am so impressed with this EK Tools 1/2" Circle Punch! It punches perfectly clean, crisp circles with absolutely no tearing or fraying, even on thicker cardstock. The cuts are smooth and precise every single time. I love how compact and sturdy it feels — small enough to store easily, but solid and well-made. The safety lock feature is a great bonus for storage and keeps everything neat in my craft drawer. The 1/2" size is ideal for so many projects — handmade cards, tags, scrapbooking, embellishments, layering pieces, and tiny details. It gives professional-looking results with zero hassle. Shipping was fast, and the item arrived in perfect condition. Great delivery time and an awesome seller — smooth transaction from start to finish. If you're into paper crafting, this is one of those small tools that makes a big difference. Highly recommend!