Overall Score 4.9
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Category | Features | Philips Saeco GranAroma | Breville Barista Touch Impress |
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COMMONLY ASKED FOR FEATURES | water tank capacity | 1.8L | 1.9L |
has a removable water tank | ✓ | ✓ | |
has an integrated water filter | ✓ | ✓ | |
has a cleaning alert | ✓ | ✓ | |
operating power consumption | 1,500W | 1,750W | |
DESIGN FEATURES | weight | 9kg | 13.8kg |
width | 262mm | 330mm | |
height | 383mm | 416mm | |
dump bin capacity | 12ounces | ✗ | |
has an integrated milk frother | ✗ | ✓ | |
bean hopper capacity | 300g | 340g | |
has a burr grinder | ✗ | ✓ | |
has an integrated grinder | ✓ | ✓ | |
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 | ✗ | |
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The Philips Saeco GranAroma's tank capacity is 1.8L, the water tank capacity in coffee machines is the amount of water that the coffee machine's tank can contain. This water is used for brewing espresso. Breville Barista Touch Impress's tank, at 1.9L has more capacity than the Philips Saeco GranAroma with a difference of 0.1L Philips Saeco GranAroma has a removable water reservoir, which implies the tank can be easily removed from the machine for filling and cleaning.
Breville Barista Touch Impress's water tank is also removable, this especially is beneficial to those who value simplicity in filling, and cleaning the coffee equipment. Philips Saeco GranAroma comes with an integrated water filter, this filters the water used for brewing coffee within the machine. This improves the quality of water and extends the machine's lifespan by preventing mineral build-ups The Breville Barista Touch Impress also has an integrated water filter, it's important to note that how good the integrated water filter may vary based on the quality of the filter itself.
The Philips Saeco GranAroma has a cleaning alert feature, this on a coffee machine is helpful in that it alerts you when it's due for cleaning or time for maintenance on the machine. The Breville Barista Touch Impress alerts you when it's due for cleaning as well, to best utilize 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, the operating power consumption of a pressure cooker refers to the amount of electrical power it consumes while it's in operation.
It is commonly measured in watts (W) and is an important consideration before purchase. The Breville Barista Touch Impress, at 1,750W consumes more power than the Philips Saeco GranAroma with a difference of W. Philips Saeco GranAroma's weight is 9kg, the importance of the weight of a coffee machine will base on your particular needs and preferences.
Some people prioritize portability and opt for lightweight machines, while others like stability and durability, even if it means a heavier coffee machine. The Breville Barista Touch Impress, at 13.8kg weighs more than the Philips Saeco GranAroma with a difference of 4.8kg. The Philips Saeco GranAroma's width is 262mm, the width represents the horizontal measurement of the machine.
If you are selecting a coffee machine, it's crucial to measure the space available in your kitchen and compare it to the machine's dimensions. Breville Barista Touch Impress, at 330mm measures more in width than the Philips Saeco GranAroma by 68mm. Knowing the machines' width helps ensure that the coffee machine fits comfortably in your kitchen.
The Philips Saeco GranAroma has a height of 383mm. As the vertical dimension of the product, it is good to consider when buying a machine. The Breville Barista Touch Impress, at 416mm measures more in height than the Philips Saeco GranAroma by 33mm.
Therefore it's important to measure the vertical space in your kitchen and make sure that the coffee machine's height fits in with your countertop design and storage options. A dump bin's capacity, a.k.a the coffee grounds container capacity, refers to the volume of bi-product that the container 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 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. Breville Barista Touch Impress's bean hopper capacity, at 340g takes in more than the Philips Saeco GranAroma by of 40g If you often like freshly ground beans for each cup, a small sized hopper may be sufficient, however, if you frequently make cups of coffee or use it for a cafe business, you may need a coffee machine with a larger bean hopper capacity to reduce the frequency of refilling. Philips Saeco GranAroma comes with 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 Touch Impress has an integrated grinder, this feature allows you to grind whole coffee beans in-machine before brewing, ensuring maximum freshness and flavor in your coffee. The Philips Saeco GranAroma comes with a water container that is made of translucent material, enabling you to observe the water level inside without the need to open the tank. The Breville Barista Touch Impress too has a transparent water tank, if you prefer to have a clear view of the water level, you may want to look for machines such as the Breville Barista Touch Impress The 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.
Philips Saeco GranAroma comes with a prevent overheating feature, this feature is especially key for electrical appliances like coffee machines as it is meant to ensure that the coffee machine does not become excessively hot during prolonged use. Also, the Breville Barista Touch Impress comes with this feature, which prevents overheating of a coffee machine which can be a safety concern and potentially lead to damage. The 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.
Philips Saeco GranAroma has 1 grind settings, this refers to the ability to adjust the coarseness or fineness of the coffee grounds. Breville Barista Touch Impress, 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 want to customize their coffee brewing process to match their preferred brewing method.
This is an important feature for single-serve coffee machines that use capsules as their coffee delivery system. Philips Saeco GranAroma has widely available coffee capsules meaning it's easy to find and purchase compatible capsules. The Breville Barista Touch Impress's capsules are also widely available, when considering a coffee machine that uses capsules or pods, it's a good idea to check the availability of compatible capsules.
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 brewing cycle.