Sage
Barista Express
A solid mid-range coffee machine for a busy household, leading with Bean to Cup.
60/100
Bean to CuptrueConical burrStainless SteelBrushed Stainless Steel
£475best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Pre-infusion
- Built-in grinder
- Steam wand
- Above-average grind settings
- No pid temperature control
- No auto milk texturing
Score profile
Scored against the coffee machines classWhere the Barista Express wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Type
Machine typeBean to Cup
Pump pressure15
Pre-infusionYes
Brewing
Built-in grinderYes
Grinder typeConical burr
Grind settings16
Milk frotherYes
Steam wandYes
Design and power
Body materialStainless Steel
ColourBrushed Stainless Steel
Compatibility and maintenance
Warranty2 years
More specs
Machine typeEspresso
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowBarista Express vs Sage Duo-Temp Pro Bean to Cup Coffee Machine
Barista ExpressDuo-Temp Pro Bean to Cup Coffee Machine
| SageBarista ExpressThis page | SageDuo-Temp Pro Bean to Cup Coffee Machine | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 60 /100Better | 55 /100 |
| Type | Bean to Cup | Bean to Cup / Manual Espresso Machine |
| Milk frother | Yes | Yes |
Who it's for
Is the Barista Express right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable coffee machine for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need pid temperature control, in which case a higher-tier coffee machine is the better call.
Daily user
Runs it most days and wants it to just work.
good
Busy household
Needs capacity and speed for a full home.
good
Budget buyer
Wants the essentials done well for less.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Barista Express worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 60/100 against other coffee machines, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 54.
What stands out on the Barista Express?
Its pre-infusion stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Magnifica Evo ECAM292.33.SB?
The Magnifica Evo ECAM292.33.SB scores 61/100 versus this one at 60/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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