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Philips Saeco Granaroma Vs. Breville Barista Max Features Review

7 minute read   Last updated on Aug 18, 2024
Philips Saeco GranAroma

Philips Saeco GranAroma

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Key features of the Philips Saeco GranAroma

Overall Score 4.9

  • Water Tank Capacity of 1.8 L
  • Weight of 9 kg
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Breville Barista Max

Breville Barista Max

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Key features of the Breville Barista Max

Overall Score 3.5

  • Water Tank Capacity of 2.8 L
  • Weight of 9.9 kg

A summary by feature comparison

Category Features Philips Saeco GranAroma Breville Barista Max
COMMONLY ASKED FOR FEATURES water tank capacity 1.8L 2.8L
has a removable water tank
has an integrated water filter
has a cleaning alert
operating power consumption 1,500W
DESIGN FEATURES weight 9kg 9.9kg
width 262mm 381mm
height 383mm 431mm
dump bin capacity 12ounces
has an integrated milk frother
bean hopper capacity 300g
has a burr grinder
has an integrated grinder
has a 58mm portafilter
EASE OF USE AND MAINTENANCE FEATURES has a transparent water tank
has a sleep mode
prevents overheating
has an automatic coffee circuit rinse
OTHER FEATURES number of grind settings 1only 30only
capsules are widely available
number of drinks 17only 4only
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Philips Saeco GranAroma's tank capacity is 1.8L, water tank capacity in coffee machines is the quatity of water that the coffee machine's tank can hold. This water is used for brewing coffee. Breville Barista Max's tank, at 2.8L takes in more than the Philips Saeco GranAroma with a difference of 1L Philips Saeco GranAroma has a removable water tank, this implies the tank can be easily removed from the machine for filling and cleaning.

Breville Barista Max's water tank is also removable, this specifically is beneficial for you who values simplicity in filling, and cleaning the coffee equipment. Philips Saeco GranAroma comes with an integrated water filter, which filters the water used for brewing coffee within the coffee machine. Filtration improves the quality of water and prevents mineral build-ups The Breville Barista Max also has an integrated water filter, it's important to note that how good the integrated water filter varies based on the quality of the filter.

Philips Saeco GranAroma has a cleaning alert feature, this on a coffee machine is helpful coz it alerts you when it's due for cleaning or perform maintenance on the machine. 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.

Philips Saeco GranAroma's weight is 9kg, the importance of the weight of a coffee machine will depend on your particular needs and wants. Some people prioritize portability and opt for light coffee machines, while others prefer stability and durability, even if it means a heavy appliance. The Breville Barista Max, at 9.9kg weighs more than the Philips Saeco GranAroma by 0.9kg.

Philips Saeco GranAroma's width is 262mm, the width is the horizontal measurement of the product. When selecting a coffee machine, it's important to measure the space available in your kitchen and compare with the machine's dimensions. The Breville Barista Max, at 381mm measures more in width than the Philips Saeco GranAroma by 119mm.

Knowing the machines' width helps ensure that the machine fits comfortably in your desired space. The Philips Saeco GranAroma has a height of 383mm. As the vertical dimension of the coffee machine, this is important to consider when choosing a coffee machine.

Breville Barista Max, at 431mm measures more in height than the Philips Saeco GranAroma with a difference of 48mm. Therefore it's key to measure the vertical space available in your kitchen and make sure that the coffee machine's height fits in with your countertop layout and storage spaces. A dump bin's capacity, a.k.a the coffee grounds container capacity, is the volume of used coffee grounds that the container can hold before it needs emptying.

The Philips Saeco GranAroma's bin capacity measures at 12, typically, dump bin capacities in coffee machines range from as small as 6 ounces (approximately 177 milliliters) to several ounces. Philips Saeco GranAroma has a bean hopper capacity of 300g, this refers to the quantity of whole coffee beans which the hopper can hold when full. Philips Saeco GranAroma has an integrated grinder, which refers to a coffee bean grinder that is built in, that is part of the coffee machine's design.

Also, the Breville Barista Max has an integrated grinder, this allows you to grind whole coffee beans directly before brewing, ensuring maximum freshness and flavor in your coffee. The Philips Saeco GranAroma has a water container that is made of clear material, enabling you to observe the water level without the need to open the tank. The Breville Barista Max too has a transparent water tank, if having a clear view of the water level is important to you, you may want to look for coffee machines such as the Breville Barista Max Philips Saeco GranAroma has a sleep mode, which refers to a power-saving feature that automatically puts the machine into a standby state after a time of inactivity.

Philips Saeco GranAroma comes with a prevent overheating feature, which is especially important for electrical devices like coffee machines as it is meant to ensure that the machine does not become excessively hot during use. Philips Saeco GranAroma has an automatic coffee circuit rinse, a feature found in many coffee machines that serves to clean and rinse the internal coffee-making components of the machine. Philips Saeco GranAroma has 1 grind settings, this is the posibility to adjust the coarseness or fineness of the coffee grounds.

The Breville Barista Max, at 30 only has more grind settings than the Philips Saeco GranAroma with a difference of 29. This feature is treasured by coffee lovers who love to customize their coffee brewing to match their preferred brewing method. This is an important feature for single-serve machines that use pods as their coffee delivery system.

Philips Saeco GranAroma has widely available coffee capsules meaning it's easy to find and purchase compatible capsules. Philips Saeco GranAroma can make 17, the number of drinks refers to the quantity of coffee-based beverages that a machine is capable of making in a single brewing cycle. Breville Barista Max, at 4 only makes a lesser number than the Philips Saeco GranAroma by 13.

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