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Barista Pro

A entry-level pick in the coffee machines line-up, with true up front.

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Our verdictCompare Electronic editors

A workable coffee machine for the basics, just know where it cuts corners before you buy.

46/100
vs other coffee machines
Scored 46/100 against other coffee machines, not against pricier classes above it.
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What we think

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Scores 46/100

Ranks as a entry-level option in our coffee machines list, judged purely on the published spec sheet.

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Built for the job

Precision & Speed: The Barista Pro combines barista-quality performance with an intuitive interface for third-wave speciality coffee at home.

Worth knowing

Figures come from the manufacturer spec sheet and are checked against retailer listings.

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No pid temperature control

It skips pid temperature control, a feature worth having if your use needs it. Fine for many setups, but worth checking against yours.

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No built-in grinder

It skips built-in grinder, a feature worth having if your use needs it. Fine for many setups, but worth checking against yours.

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Below-average pump pressure

9 bar sits under the coffee machines average of about 15 bar.

Our take

None of these are deal-breakers for the right buyer, but they are the trade-offs to weigh.

Best for

Buyers on a budget

Anyone who needs a dependable coffee machine for the essentials without overspending.

Skip if

Skip it if

You need pid temperature control, in which case a higher-tier coffee machine is the better call.

In short

A entry-level coffee machine that fits more buyers than it doesn't.

Performance breakdown

Scored relative to the class, not against flagship models

vs other coffee machines
46/100
Best in class scored 74
Class average 54
Lowest in class 46
Type45 / 100
Mid-pack type for the class.
Overall spec score46 / 100
Our composite rating for this coffee machine.
Value position46 / 100
Where it lands on features for the money in its class.

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Who this is right for

Picture yourself in these scenarios. How well does this fit?

Daily user
Runs it most days and wants it to just work.
Okay fit
Busy household
Needs capacity and speed for a full home.
Good fit
Budget buyer
Wants the essentials done well for less.
Okay fit

What every spec actually means

Numbers translated into real-world impact

Milk frotherYes

Defines part of what this coffee machine can do

Pump pressure9 bar

A higher figure is generally better here

GrinderYes

Defines part of what this coffee machine can do

Machine TypeBean-to-cup

Defines part of what this coffee machine can do

Complete specifications

Verified across manufacturer datasheets and retailer spec tables

All specs
grinder
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machine type
Bean-to-cup
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milk frother
true
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pressure bar
9
class avg 15 bar

Common questions

The things people ask before buying this product

Is the Barista Pro 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 Pro?

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.

If this isn't quite right

Better alternatives depending on what you actually need

If you want to spend less
De'Longhi EC9665M La Specialista Maestro Espresso Machine
The De'Longhi EC9665M La Specialista Maestro Espresso Machine covers the basics for less outlay.
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If you want the best
Lavazza A Modo Mio Jolie & Milk
The A Modo Mio Jolie & Milk scores higher and adds headroom for demanding setups.
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