Job this solves
Find how many cups until home brewing beats café pricing after setup costs.
Formula
Cups to break even = (machine + setup) ÷ (café price − home cost per cup).
Assumptions
Defaults are starting points, not recommendations. Outputs inherit your inputs.
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| Input | Default |
|---|---|
| Machine cost ($) | 700 |
| Setup cost ($) | 150 |
| Café price per cup ($) | 5.5 |
| Home cost per cup ($) | 1.03 |
| Cups per week | 5 |
Common questions
Should setup include a grinder?
Yes, if you are buying one for this workflow. Include accessories you would not need at a café.
What if home cost is higher than café?
The math will not show a break-even — the calculator reports that honestly.