Brewster Dominator

[Its 6pm somewhere]

Brewsters Zilla....interesting. with the extension kit (looks like it might be around the 250 quid mark for extender and extended Malt pipe) this could be a nice 65l zilla like option that won't require an electricians help


https://www.geterbrewed.com/brewster-dominator-40-wifi-home-brewing-system-with-app-control/

 

[Davegase]

Looks like a good addition to the marketplace.
Some similar features to the Brewzilla G4 but with proportions that are more favorable (wider and shorter). Not much information about it at the moment though.
I only became aware of it today though the Geterbrewed email.

I am happy with my Brewzilla G4 but interested to see user feedback on how this compares.

 

[White Rose Al]

Looks like a good addition to the marketplace.
Some similar features to the Brewzilla G4 but with proportions that are more favorable (wider and shorter). Not much information about it at the moment though.
I only became aware of it today though the Geterbrewed email.

I am happy with my Brewzilla G4 but interested to see user feedback on how this compares.

Awaiting GEB to stock the jacket, think I will take the plunge on this model after being very happy with it's predecessor

 

[Rwilts]

Have I missed it or is the control panel fixed at bottom? Would be a mistake in MHO thing that gets (got) on my nerves the most with my BZ 3.1.1 (until I DIY'D moving it). Most new systems either have it at the top or detachable.

 

[MashBag]

Have I missed it or is the control panel fixed at bottom? Would be a mistake in MHO thing that gets (got) on my nerves the most with my BZ 3.1.1 (until I DIY'D moving it). Most new systems either have it at the top or detachable.

For me that looks detachable and it's "app controlled"

 

[Davegase]

Have I missed it or is the control panel fixed at bottom? Would be a mistake in MHO thing that gets (got) on my nerves the most with my BZ 3.1.1 (until I DIY'D moving it). Most new systems either have it at the top or detachable.

Intuitive App Control: Track and control the Brewster Dominator remotely with the easy-to-use app.
Don't know how good the app is but that could solve that problem.

 

[Davegase]

For me that looks detachable and it's "app controlled"

Not sure if it is detachable but it certainly should be.
Probably saving that for a Mark 2 version.

 

[MashBag]

If you find the pictures that zoom into controller, the wiring & the mount suggests detachability to me

 

[Davegase]

If you find the pictures that zoom into controller, the wiring & the mount suggests detachability to me

Yes I could see that, but I'm sure they would say if it was.
It's the obvious thing to do !

 

[Rwilts]

No mention here

 

[Davegase]

No mention here

If the app does everything you need, it will obviate the need to detach the controler. That might not suit everybody though.

 

[White Rose Al]

I have reached out to Brewolution as the only videos on YouTube are not in English, they did mention that they are launching new videos but not until later this year. Bit odd, as the unit launched last November m.

What is do like the look of, the shorter and wider design, similar to the beacon 40, sight glass now has a CIP connection, 3KW.

It's taking some of the best bits of the other vendors and adding them to the Beacon 40.

Let's see

 

[Brew_DD2]

Looks good. I'm a fan of the more squat design.

 

[Rwilts]

I agree that the wider profile is definitely a positive.

 

[dcbrookes]

I have had one of these for a couple of months and am pleased with it. I can confirm that the controller is NOT detachable, although someone with the necessary electronics knowledge could extend it. As the machine is controlled from the app it is not really a problem.

A few pros and cons.

PROS

It is very well made, much more so that the BZ. Construction is mid way between a BZ and the G40
It is much lighter than a G40 and easier to handle. I can lift it up to the sink for cleaning.
The screens are very good, better than the BZ and, unlike the G40, do not allow malt to escape the malt pipe. The bottom screen fits well and does a good job of protecting the pump.
The proportions are better that the BZ and circulation through the mash is much better.
It has a good sight glass which is well protected by a metal sheath and is easy to clean.
Temperature control seems accurate, but it is necessary to drop the power during mashing to prevent excessive variations.

CONS

The app is a bit buggy and although it works well enough it can be a bit irritating at times. It is nowhere near as good as the GF app but is still a whole lot better that RAPT. I have not used it in Auto mode. The app uses Tuya Smart as its interface. (My EV Charger also uses the Tuya Smart interface but has a much better implementation). I am hoping Brewolution will introduce a firmware update at some time.
Thee tap on the recirculation pipe is at the bottom - it would be much more convenient at the top.
It does not have PID if that it something the user wants (I don't).

All in all it is a very good bit of kit and I am glad I switched from the BZ4.

 

[White Rose Al]

I have had one of these for a couple of months and am pleased with it. I can confirm that the controller is NOT detachable, although someone with the necessary electronics knowledge could extend it. As the machine is controlled from the app it is not really a problem.

A few pros and cons.

PROS

It is very well made, much more so that the BZ. Construction is mid way between a BZ and the G40
It is much lighter than a G40 and easier to handle. I can lift it up to the sink for cleaning.
The screens are very good, better than the BZ and, unlike the G40, do not allow malt to escape the malt pipe. The bottom screen fits well and does a good job of protecting the pump.
The proportions are better that the BZ and circulation through the mash is much better.
It has a good sight glass which is well protected by a metal sheath and is easy to clean.
Temperature control seems accurate, but it is necessary to drop the power during mashing to prevent excessive variations.

CONS

The app is a bit buggy and although it works well enough it can be a bit irritating at times. It is nowhere near as good as the GF app but is still a whole lot better that RAPT. I have not used it in Auto mode. The app uses Tuya Smart as its interface. (My EV Charger also uses the Tuya Smart interface but has a much better implementation). I am hoping Brewolution will introduce a firmware update at some time.
Thee tap on the recirculation pipe is at the bottom - it would be much more convenient at the top.
It does not have PID if that it something the user wants (I don't).

All in all it is a very good bit of kit and I am glad I switched from the BZ4.

Brilliant thank you dcbrookes, ok if I reach out to you if I have any questions before ordering?

 

[Its 6pm somewhere]

@dcbrookes Really good to get a real world usage review. Thanks for sharing

 

[dcbrookes]

Yes, of course.