Mathieu

Name

Mathieu

Legal name

Mathieu SA

Website

https://mathieu-sa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1951

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Specialty Coffee Equipment Retail

akta.pro primary industry

Coffee, Espresso & Tea Appliances Retail (CRACADAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Specialty Coffee & Tea Retail (Beans, Leaves, Accessories) (CRAHAGAI)

Keywords

• Coffee machine retail
• Professional espresso equipment
• Barista training services
• Coffee equipment repair
• Specialty coffee machines

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Retail Sales of Coffee Machines & Accessories: Mathieu generates the majority of its revenue through the direct sale of coffee machines (manual, automatic, traditional/professional), grinders, and accessories to both individual consumers and professionals via its two websites and physical boutique. Prices range from ~€30 to ~€17,000+.
2. Professional Equipment Sales & Rental (LLD): Mathieu offers long-term rental with maintenance contracts (Location avec Entretien LLD) for professional machines, with monthly payments over 18 to 48 months. This provides predictable recurring revenue and locks in service contracts.
3. Barista Training Services: Mathieu offers paid barista training courses (~€180 for advanced barista formation), often bundled with machine purchases but also sold separately.
4. After-Sales Service & Repairs: Repair services and warranty coverage are provided for all sold machines, including in-house technician support in Paris and on-site service for professionals.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Mathieu is a Paris-based specialty coffee machine retailer (since 1951) that curates and sells manual, automatic, and professional espresso machines, grinders, slow-brewing equipment, and accessories from European manufacturers (Quickmill, Rancilio, Thermoplan, Nivona, Bravilor, Ceado, Eureka). The company serves both individual consumers via an e-commerce site and physical boutique and professional clients (cafés, hotels, offices, catering) via a dedicated B2B portal with field sales, installation, and training. Its offering is reinforced by value-added services including paid barista training, an in-house repair workshop, and long-term rental-with-maintenance (LLD) contracts for professional machines.

Product overview

Mathieu is a Paris-based specialist retailer (since 1951) of coffee machines and accessories serving both consumers and professionals. The product portfolio includes: Consumer espresso machines (Quickmill Stretta, Pegaso, Carola, Orion) with grinders; Professional traditional espresso machines (Rancilio Classe 5 and 7); Professional automatic machines (Thermoplan BW4/BW4c/BW4 neo series with milk/fridge options, Nivona, Bravilor Sego); Manual and electric grinders (Quickmill Apollo, Sirio, Ceado Life, Eureka Atom); Filter brewing equipment (Moccamaster, Chemex, Aeropress, Hario V60, Kalita, Hoop Brewer); Storage (Airscape containers) and barista accessories (tampers, distribution tools, WDT, scales). Services include barista training, in-house repair workshop, and installation. Products are sourced from European manufacturers and are designed to be repairable for longevity.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Quickmill Stretta Noire Ultra-compact manual espresso machine (5.9kg) with thermoblock and vibration pump. Manufactured for nearly 50 years, known for exceptional durability with some customers keeping units over 40 years. Available for individual home baristas.
• Quickmill Pegaso Manual coffee machine with integrated grinder (best-seller). Features thermoblock, vibration pump, and built-in tamper. 1.5L water tank, 250g hopper. Designed for home baristas seeking an all-in-one machine and grinder.
• Quickmill Carola Inox avec PID Italian single-boiler (0.75L) espresso machine with E61 group, PID temperature control, timer, and pressure gauge. Compact 20cm width, customizable with wood panels. Targets enthusiast home baristas.
• Quickmill Orion Full stainless steel manual espresso machine with thermoblock and vibration pump. Includes pressure gauge for extraction quality evaluation. Targets Italian-style coffee enthusiasts seeking premium design.
• Rancilio Classe 7 2 Groupes Professional traditional espresso machine with 11L copper boiler and dual brewing groups. Features Steady Brew technology and optional T-switch for individual group temperature control. Supports up to 200 drinks/day. For specialty coffee shops and high-volume cafés.
• Rancilio Classe 5 2 Groupes Entry-level professional espresso machine with 2 Rancilio groups, 11L boiler, and professional rotary pump. Features patented Steady Brew technology. Available in black or white. Targets volume-oriented coffee shops and restaurants.
• Thermoplan Black & White 4 CT High-end automatic coffee machine with automatic grind correction (ISQ) technology that adjusts grind settings throughout the day. Horizontal 24g brass coffee chamber, 300 drinks/day capacity. Hot/cold water mixing and full API connectivity. For high-volume offices and cafés.
• Thermoplan Black & White 4c CTM Ultra-compact automatic machine (24cm width) with 7-inch tempered glass touchscreen. Horizontal 18g coffee chamber, adjustable 54mm burrs. Up to 180 drinks/day with water connection or optional reservoir. Full software customization and data logging via API.
• Thermoplan BW4 neo CT Flexible automatic machine (launched 2024) operating on water tank and drainage tank with standard 230V power. Thermoblock with powerful vibration pump. Up to 100 drinks/day with proprietary removable group and vertical extraction. Targets small offices and pop-up locations.
• Thermoplan BW4 CTM RL High-capacity automatic with 9L milk refrigerator and dual milk capability. ISQ automatic grind correction and hot/cold water mixing. Horizontal 24g brass coffee chamber. Up to 300 drinks/day with energy class A rating. For high-traffic professional environments.
• Nivona 1040 High-end automatic machine with dual thermoblocks, touchscreen, and Aromatica technology. Adjustable temperature (3 levels), intensity (5 levels), and aroma balance (3 profiles). Up to 60 drinks/day. Silent grinding for offices and meeting rooms.
• Bravilor Sego Compact automatic with 3 hoppers (coffee beans, powdered milk, chocolate). Touch screen interface, copper boiler, removable plastic group. Serves 60–90 drinks/day with guided daily/weekly cleaning. For small offices and self-service areas.
• Moccamaster KBG Dutch-made filter coffee machine with diffusion showerhead for homogeneous extraction. Copper heating system and preheated carafe ensure thermal stability. SCA certified. Handmade in Holland. For home and specialty coffee enthusiasts.
• Quickmill Apollo Grinder Entry-level automatic dosing grinder with 350g glass hopper, 43mm burrs, and step adjustment. Activates by positioning portafilter on fork. All-stainless steel construction. For home espresso enthusiasts.
• Quickmill Sirio Inox Grinder Premium grinder with 50mm flat burrs, micrometric adjustment screw, and color display for 2 different doses. Removable hopper and noise-dampening seal. 500g capacity. For home baristas and small offices.
• Ceado Life X Grinder Compact elegant grinder with 50mm flat burrs, lateral micrometric adjustment, and minimalist display. Class-leading low retention. Includes single-dose hopper and filter drip tray. For home baristas and prosumers.
• Eureka Atom Specialty 75 Professional-grade grinder with 75mm burrs and 1.5kg hopper. High Speed Dispersion motor at 1400rpm dispensing 4.5–5.5g/sec. Stepless micrometric regulation, ACE anti-static system, advanced noise reduction. For specialty coffee shops and espresso enthusiasts.
• Hoop Brewer (Ceado) Revolutionary manual filter coffee extraction method by Ceado. Distributes hot water through precision holes for qualitative filtration with minimal effort. Awarded the SCA 'Best New Product' label in 2023. Makes 1–4 cups. For home and specialty coffee enthusiasts.
• Airscape Coffee Storage Container Airtight coffee storage container with inner lid that pushes air out to prevent oxidation. Available in 250g, 500g, and 1kg capacities. Multiple color options. For home coffee enthusiasts.
• Chemex 6 Cup Carafe Elegant pour-over coffee maker invented in 1941 by Dr. Peter Schlumbohm. Features wooden collar for burn-free serving. Produces aromatic and smooth filter coffee. For home brewers.
• Aeropress Manual coffee press using paper filter for sediment-free extraction. Medium grind for more body than French press. Compact with included travel case. For home and travel use.
• Home Barista Training (3-Step Program) In-store 3-part barista training program covering machine operation, maintenance, coffee knowledge, and hands-on beverage preparation. Often bundled free with machine purchase; advanced training sold for ~€180 (1.5 hours). For home baristas and new machine buyers.
• Repair & Maintenance Workshop Service In-house repair workshop in Paris with technicians providing warranty service and ongoing maintenance for all sold machines. No planned obsolescence policy with lifetime repair commitment. For individual consumers and professional clients.
• LLD (Location avec Entretien) Long-Term Rental with Maintenance Long-term rental contracts with maintenance for professional coffee machines, available over 18 to 48 months with fixed monthly payments including maintenance. Sales-led service including advice, installation, commissioning, and staff training. For professional clients (cafés, hotels, offices).

Quantifiable outcome

• Customers keep machines for 40+ years (e.g., Quickmill Stretta owned by some clients for over 40 years)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Partner Roasters (Torréfacteurs partenaires)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMathieu collaborates with independent specialty coffee roasters to supply coffee beans to customers. The boutique coffee shop serves coffee from partner roasters, and customers are invited to become 'torréfacteur partenaire.'
• CBREminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCBRE, a global commercial real estate and facilities management firm, works with Mathieu for coffee equipment maintenance and management in office buildings managed by CBRE in the Paris region.
• API restaurationminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAPI restauration, a collective catering company, relies on Mathieu for coffee machine supply, installation, and ongoing maintenance across its operations. Mathieu accompanies them in equipment selection and process improvement.
• TradirestminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTradirest, a collective catering company, has completed multiple coffee equipment installations with Mathieu, reporting high satisfaction with machine quality and the partnership.
• Nuova Point (Italy)minorOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerMathieu collaborates with Italian manufacturer Nuova Point to produce branded porcelain cups (espresso and cappuccino) sold under the Mathieu label. These are co-designed accessories exclusive to the Mathieu brand.
• Thermoplan (Switzerland)coreTechnology or IntegrationThermoplan is Mathieu's key premium professional espresso machine brand. Mathieu is an authorized distributor and service partner for Thermoplan's full range (BW3, BW4, BW4c, BW4 neo) including installation, training, and SAV support. Thermoplan's ISQ technology and modular design are central to Mathieu's professional offering.
• Rancilio (Italy)coreTechnology or IntegrationRancilio is a key professional espresso machine brand distributed by Mathieu, including the Classe 5 and Classe 7 ranges. Mathieu provides installation, training, and after-sales service for Rancilio machines.
• SH-DIGITALminorOthersSH-DIGITAL hosts the company's websites (mathieu-sa.com and pro.mathieu-sa.com) from servers at 67 avenue Pierre Grenier, Boulogne-Billancourt.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• La Marzocco: Italian premium espresso machine manufacturer with strong brand recognition in specialty coffee. Sells direct and through authorized dealers like Mathieu; broader incumbent as both a supplier partner and competitive benchmark in the prosumer/professional segment.
• Nuova Simonelli: Italian manufacturer of professional espresso machines (Appia, Aurelia) widely distributed through specialty dealers. Comparable professional-tier positioning and dealer-dependent distribution to Mathieu's Thermoplan/Rancilio offerings.
• Jura: Swiss manufacturer of premium automatic espresso machines for home and small-office use. Competes with Mathieu's automatic machine lineup (Bravilor, Nivona) at the high-end consumer/prosumer tier, also sold through authorized dealers.
• Breville (Sage Appliances in Europe): Australian appliance giant (Sage brand in Europe) dominating the prosumer home espresso machine category with the Barista Express line. Competes at the entry-mid prosumer tier and sells direct-to-consumer, challenging Mathieu's mid-range offering.

Direct peers

• ECM (Espresso Company Manufacturer): German manufacturer of premium prosumer and commercial espresso machines (ECM Synchronika, Mechanika, Technika). Comparable premium positioning and distribution through specialty retailers parallel Mathieu's curation strategy.
• Rocket Espresso: Italian manufacturer of premium home and commercial espresso machines. Operates both direct-to-consumer channels and an authorized distributor network comparable to Mathieu's model in the prosumer and small-pro segments.
• MaxiCoffee: France's leading online specialty coffee equipment retailer, offering espresso machines, grinders, and accessories to both consumers and professionals. Directly competes with Mathieu across e-commerce, assortment, and price positioning.

Emerging players

• Cafés Richard: French specialty coffee roaster with retail locations selling equipment and beans. Adjacent business model combining roaster and equipment retail with B2B food service accounts, partially overlapping Mathieu's customer base.

Regional players

• L'Arrosoir / Torréfaction de l'Arrosoir: Independent specialty coffee roaster in Paris selling beans, equipment, and accessories. Comparable Paris-based specialty coffee retailer with similar community and expertise-driven positioning.

Others

• Nuova Point: Italian porcelain and tableware manufacturer and Mathieu's OEM partner for branded espresso/cappuccino cups. Adjacent supplier relationship within Mathieu's value chain.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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