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noviembre de 2026
Super-automatic coffee machine: grinder, pressure, and cleaning
A super-automatic machine grinds, measures, and brews. What sets a good one apart from a mediocre one isn't the number of recipes: it's the grinder, the consistency of the pressure, and how easy it is to clean.
Grinder and Pressure
The conical steel grinder lasts longer and grinds more evenly than the cheap flat one. The effective pressure in the group head is around 9 bars; the “15 bars” touted in marketing don’t always reach the coffee. And if the water doesn’t heat up quickly, the coffee comes out cold.
Milk and Cleaning
If you drink coffee with milk every day, the automatic milk system is a big help; if you only drink it occasionally, the manual carafe is easier to clean and lasts longer. Check to see if the brew group is removable and if the cleaning cycle is automatic—that’s what determines how often you’ll actually use it.
What to Check on the Form
- Grinder type and number of settings.
- Capacity of the tank and the sediment tray.
- Milk system (automatic or manual).
- Removable unit and descaling program.
- Energy consumption and noise if you have it in an open kitchen.
FAQ
Is it worth it compared to capsules?
In the long run, yes, if you drink at least two cups of coffee a day. The cost per cup goes down, and you're not tied to a specific capsule.
What kind of maintenance does it need?
Descale as needed depending on the water quality and clean the unit; clean the milk system daily if you use it.
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