Roest Sample S100

the verdict

the Sample S100 is Roest's entry model, though 'entry' here still means a serious sample roaster with profile logging and dual-fan cooldown. batch size runs 50 to 100 grams, smaller than the L100, which keeps it in single-sample or small-split territory. you get basic bean and environmental temperature sensors, no exhaust or drum probes, and no first crack detection. that's enough for consistent sample roasting if you're profiling for green evaluation or small-batch qa work, but not enough if you need lab-grade data collection. the wooden design keeps weight down to 14 kilos, and the web dashboard still logs everything to the cloud. it's a cleaner fit for roasteries that want repeatable samples without the sensor density or price of the L100. the trade-off is limited batch flexibility and fewer data points to cross-reference against production roasts.