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Barista Express Impress

A entry-level coffee machine for a busy household, leading with true.

46/100
Mixed bag
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Why we rate it

  • Scores 46/100
  • Built for the job
  • No pid temperature control
  • No built-in grinder
Score profile

Where the Barista Express Impress wins and loses

Scored against the coffee machines class
TypeOverallValue454646
Type
45
Overall spec score
46
Value position
46
Full specification

Specifications

Grouped · supported features marked in blue

Type

Pump pressure9

Brewing

Milk frotherYes

More specs

Wattage1850 W
Machine typeBean-to-cup

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Barista Express Impress vs Sage Barista Pro

Highlighted cell = better in that row
TypeOverallValue
Barista Express ImpressBarista Pro
 SageBarista Express ImpressThis pageSageBarista Pro
Overall score46 /10046 /100
Milk frotherYesYes
Who it's for

Is the Barista Express Impress 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.
okay
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 Impress worth it?

It depends on what you need. It scores 46/100 against other coffee machines, a entry-level result where the class average is around 54.

What stands out on the Barista Express Impress?

Its overall 46/100 rating against the rest of the coffee machines class.

How does it compare to the A Modo Mio Jolie & Milk?

The A Modo Mio Jolie & Milk scores 48/100 versus this one at 46/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.