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Category | Features | Breville Barista Express Impress | Philips Saeco GranAroma |
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COMMONLY ASKED FOR FEATURES | water tank capacity | 2L | 1.8L |
has a removable water tank | ✓ | ✓ | |
has an integrated water filter | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a cleaning alert | ✓ | ✓ | |
operating power consumption | 1,850W | 1,500W | |
DESIGN FEATURES | weight | 6.5kg | 9kg |
width | 378mm | 262mm | |
height | 408mm | 383mm | |
dump bin capacity | ✗ | 12ounces | |
has an integrated milk frother | ✓ | ✗ | |
bean hopper capacity | 250g | 300g | |
has a steam wand | ✓ | ✗ | |
has an integrated grinder | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a pressure gauge | ✓ | ✗ | |
EASE OF USE AND MAINTENANCE FEATURES | has pid controller | ✓ | ✗ |
has a transparent water tank | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a sleep mode | ✗ | ✓ | |
prevents overheating | ✓ | ✓ | |
has an automatic coffee circuit rinse | ✗ | ✓ | |
OTHER FEATURES | number of grind settings | 25only | 1only |
capsules are widely available | ✓ | ✓ | |
number of drinks | ✗ | 17only | |
uses ground coffee | ✓ | ✗ | |
has dry puck feature | ✓ | ✗ | |
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Philips Saeco GranAroma's tank capacity is 1.8L, water tank capacity in coffee machines is the amount of water that the coffee machine's reservoir can contain. This water is used to brew espresso. The Breville Barista Express Impress's tank, at 2L takes in more than the Philips Saeco GranAroma with a difference of 0.2L The Philips Saeco GranAroma has a removable water tank, which means the tank can be easily removed from the machine for filling and cleaning.
Breville Barista Express Impress's water tank is also removable, this specifically is beneficial to those who value simplicity in filling, and cleaning the coffee equipment. Philips Saeco GranAroma has an integrated water filter, which filters the water used for brewing coffee within the machine. Filtration improves the quality of water and prevents mineral build-ups The Breville Barista Express Impress also has an integrated water filter, it's important to note that the effectiveness of the integrated water filter varies based on the quality of the filter itself.
Philips Saeco GranAroma has a cleaning alert feature, this feature on a coffee machine is helpful coz it alerts you when it's due for cleaning or time for maintenance on the coffee machine. The Breville Barista Express Impress has a cleaning alert as well, to make the most of this feature, it's important to follow the manual for cleaning and maintenance and to respond promptly to cleaning alerts when they appear. The Philips Saeco GranAroma has a power consumption of 1,500W, this refers to the amount of electrical power it consumes while it's in operation.
It is typically measured in watts (W) and is an important consideration before purchase. The Breville Barista Express Impress, at 1,850W consumes more power than the Philips Saeco GranAroma by W. The Philips Saeco GranAroma's weight is 9kg, the significance of the weight of a coffee machine will depend on your particular needs and preferences.
Some people prioritize portability and opt for lighter machines, while others prefer stability and durability, even if it means a heavy appliance. Breville Barista Express Impress, at 6.5kg is lighter than the Philips Saeco GranAroma with a difference of 2.5kg. Philips Saeco GranAroma's width is 262mm, the width is the horizontal measurement of the machine.
When selecting a coffee machine, it's important to measure the available space in your space and compare it to the machine's dimensions. The Breville Barista Express Impress, at 378mm measures more in width than the Philips Saeco GranAroma by 116mm. Knowing the machines' width helps ensure that the machine fits perfectly in your desired space.
The Philips Saeco GranAroma has a height of 383mm. As the vertical dimension of the product, it is good to consider when choosing a coffee machine. The Breville Barista Express Impress, at 408mm measures more in height than the Philips Saeco GranAroma by 25mm.
Therefore it's key to measure the vertical space available in your kitchen and ensure that the coffee machine's height fits in with your countertop layout and storage options. The dump bin capacity, also known as the coffee grounds container capacity, is the volume of used coffee grounds that the dump bin can hold before it needs to be emptied. The Philips Saeco GranAroma's bin capacity measures at 12, typically, coffee grounds container capacities in coffee machines can range from as small as 6 ounces (approximately 177 milliliters) to several ounces.
Philips Saeco GranAroma has a bean hopper capacity of 300g, this is the quantity of whole coffee beans that the hopper can hold when full. The Breville Barista Express Impress's bean hopper capacity, at 250g has less capacity than the Philips Saeco GranAroma with a difference 50g If you often like freshly ground beans for each cup, a smaller hopper may be sufficient, however, if you frequently make multiple cups of coffee or use it for a cafe business, you may need a coffee machine with a larger bean hopper capacity. Philips Saeco GranAroma comes with an integrated grinder, which refers to a built-in coffee bean grinder that is part of the coffee machine's design.
Also, the Breville Barista Express Impress has an integrated grinder, this feature allows you to grind whole coffee beans in-machine before brewing, promising maximum freshness and flavor in your coffee. Philips Saeco GranAroma comes with a water reservoir that is made of translucent material, enabling you to observe the water level without opening the tank. The Breville Barista Express Impress too has a transparent water tank, if having a clear view of the water level is important to you, you may want to specifically look for machines such as the Breville Barista Express Impress Philips Saeco GranAroma has a sleep mode, this refers to a power-saving feature that automatically puts the machine into a low-power state after a period of inactivity.
The Philips Saeco GranAroma comes with a prevent overheating feature, this feature is especially key for electrical appliances like coffee machines as it is designed to ensure that the coffee machine does not become excessively hot during prolonged use. Also, the Breville Barista Express Impress comes with this feature, which prevents overheating of a coffee machine which is a safety concern and potentially lead to damage. Philips Saeco GranAroma has an automatic coffee circuit rinse, found in many coffee machines that serves to clean and rinse the internal coffee-making components.
The Philips Saeco GranAroma has 1 grind settings, this refers to the posibility to adjust the coarseness or fineness of the coffee grounds. Breville Barista Express Impress, at 25 only has more grind settings than the Philips Saeco GranAroma by 24. This feature is treasured by coffee enthusiasts who like to customize their coffee brewing process to match their preferred brewing method.
This feature is key for single-serve coffee machines that use pods as their coffee delivery system. The Philips Saeco GranAroma has widely available coffee capsules this means it's easy to find and purchase compatible capsules. The Breville Barista Express Impress's capsules are also widely available, when considering a coffee machine that uses capsules or pods, it's important to check the variety of compatible pods.
Philips Saeco GranAroma can make 17, the number of drinks means to the quantity of coffee beverages that a coffee machine is capable of making in a single operation.