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Smeg 50's Style BCC12BLMUK Espresso Coffee Machine
The Smeg 50's Style BCC12BLMUK Espresso Coffee Machine lands as a solid mid-range coffee machine, built around Espresso.
59/100
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£699best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- Built-in grinder
- Above-average pump pressure
- No pid temperature control
- No auto milk texturing
Score profile
Scored against the coffee machines classWhere the Smeg 50's Style BCC12BLMUK Espresso Coffee Machine wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Type
Machine typeEspresso
Pump pressure19
Brewing
Built-in grinderYes
Milk frotherYes
One-touch drinks5
Design and power
Weight5 kg
More specs
GrinderYes
Wattage1350 W
Machine typeCapsule
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowSmeg 50's Style BCC12BLMUK Espresso Coffee Machine vs De'Longhi La Specialista Opera EC9555.M
Smeg 50's Style BCC12BLMUK Espresso Coffee MachineLa Specialista Opera EC9555.M
| SmegSmeg 50's Style BCC12BLMUK Espresso Coffee MachineThis page | De'LonghiLa Specialista Opera EC9555.M | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59 /100 | 60 /100Better |
| Type | Espresso | Espresso |
| Milk frother | Yes | Yes |
| Drinks count | 5 | 5 |
Who it's for
Is the Smeg 50's Style BCC12BLMUK Espresso Coffee Machine 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 Smeg 50's Style BCC12BLMUK Espresso Coffee Machine worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 59/100 against other coffee machines, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 54.
What stands out on the Smeg 50's Style BCC12BLMUK Espresso Coffee Machine?
Its built-in grinder stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Barista Express?
The Barista Express scores 60/100 versus this one at 59/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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