Ristretto
20 secTotal
20 sec
A 20-second espresso timer for short extraction practice.
Extraction and dial-in countdowns
Free Espresso Shot Timer
Use an espresso shot timer for extraction timing, dial-in practice, puck prep, tasting notes, and barista training. Start with common shot windows or create an XTimer room when a trainer needs shared timing at the machine.
Built for this job
Espresso extraction timing stays visible during shot practice.
Dial-in rounds can be repeated without losing note time.
XTimer rooms support shared espresso timers for training and cafe counters.
Espresso shot
Ready
0:30
A 30-second timer for common espresso extraction timing.
Timer presets
Controls
Create controlled roomUse this setup in XTimer
Need a controller link, viewer display, or shared room?
Keep this simple timer for quick work. Move into an XTimer room when one person controls the clock and another screen shows it to a speaker, team, class, or audience.
Presets that match real work
Start from a timer people already understand.
Each preset has a clear use case, duration, and workflow. That makes the page useful for search visitors immediately, and gives professional users a natural path into XTimer rooms when they need separate controller and viewer devices.
Espresso shot
30 secTotal
30 sec
A 30-second timer for common espresso extraction timing.
Dial-in round
5 minTotal
5 min
A 5-minute timer for prep, pull, taste, notes, and adjustment.
Professional setup
Use the simple timer first, then graduate to controlled timing.
Use the timer as a repeatable reference while dialing in.
Keep tasting notes separate from extraction timing.
Adjust the timer to your recipe and equipment instead of treating one number as universal.
Use an XTimer room when a trainer or team display needs the same espresso shot timer.
Frequently asked questions
What is an espresso shot timer?
An espresso shot timer is a visible countdown for extraction timing, dial-in practice, puck prep, tasting notes, and barista training.
How long should an espresso shot take?
Many recipes use a window around 20 to 30 seconds, but timing depends on recipe, dose, grind, machine, and taste.
Can barista trainers share the timer?
Yes. Create an XTimer room when a trainer and baristas need one shared espresso timer.