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Ariete 1342 review: 47 specs compared

Avg. price:~£60Cups capacity:12 cupsPower:2000 WThermal insulated carafe:noIntegrated grinder:noTimer function:yes

Ariete 1342 Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and 1 best-of list to see how this product ranks in the American Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Ariete 1342
8.4/10

Overall score

Score
8.4/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, ratings from across the web, expert reviews and best-of lists.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 60%, User score 20%, Reviews score 10%, List score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

60%

8.3

Technical score

20%

8.9

User score

10%

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Reviews scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.7, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

8.6

List score

★Better than 98% of American coffee machines
8.6

Value for money

Value for money
8.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the filter coffee machine's overall rating with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a filter coffee machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 89% of models
Score components

70%

8.4

Overall score

30%

9.1

Price

▲Better than 89%
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 60% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components

40%

9.0

Brewing

30%

9.0

Convenience

10%

7.6

Carafe

10%

6.6

Maintenance

5%

7.0

Design

5%

4.0

Grinder

★Better than 95%
?

Reviews score

Reviews score
✕
What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
Share: Reviews count 10% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet. Until we do, its review part counts as 7.7.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
No expert tests yet
8.9

User score

User score
8.9/ 10
✕
What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.8, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 20% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 82% of models

70%

8.6

Rating

30%

9.6

Popularity

▲Better than 82%
8.6

List score

List score
8.6/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 10% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (1)
List score: in 1 of 8 lists (13%)
▲Better than 86%
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Ranked #7 of 245 models in American Coffee Machines (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of filter coffee machine Ariete 1342

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 60% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 95% of models
Score components:

40%

9.0

Brewing

30%

9.0

Convenience

10%

7.6

Carafe

10%

6.6

Maintenance

5%

7.0

Design

5%

4.0

Grinder

8.3
Reviews score
7.7
User score
8.9
List score
8.6
Value for money
Value for money
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the filter coffee machine's overall rating with its price.
When it matters
When you are looking for a filter coffee machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 89% of models
Score components:

70%

8.4

Overall score

30%

9.1

Price

8.6
Power
2000 W
Market range: <600 W – >1.4k W
This filter coffee machine is rated at 2000 W, which is higher than 99.6% of filter coffee machines and equal to 0.4% of filter coffee machines.
Cups capacity
12 cups
Market range: <6 cups – >15 cups
This filter coffee machine holds 12 cups, which is more than 63.2% of filter coffee machines and equal to 21.6% of filter coffee machines.
Water tank capacity
1.5 L
Market range: <0.6 L – >1.5 L
This filter coffee machine has a 1.5 L water tank, which is larger than 83.1% of filter coffee machines and equal to 10.9% of filter coffee machines.
Brew time
?
Pre-infusion
?
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Integrated grinder
no
This filter coffee machine does not have an integrated grinder. 10.6% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Bean container size
N/A
Number of grind settings
N/A
Thermal insulated carafe
no
This filter coffee machine does not have a thermal insulated carafe. 20.8% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Carafe material
glass
Number of carafes
1
Market range: <0 – >2
This filter coffee machine has a carafe count of 1, which is more than 0.8% of filter coffee machines and equal to 98.1% of filter coffee machines.
Warming plate
yes
This filter coffee machine has a warming plate. 13.2% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Adjustable keep-warm time
?
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Timer function
yes
This filter coffee machine has a start timer. 48.4% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Display
yes
This filter coffee machine has a display. 52.3% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Automatic shut-off
yes
This filter coffee machine switches off automatically. 0.8% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Auto shut-off interval
40 min
Market range: <5 min – >40 min
This filter coffee machine shuts off after 40 min, which is longer than 38% of filter coffee machines and equal to 56.8% of filter coffee machines.
Water level indicator
yes
This filter coffee machine has a water level indicator. 3.5% of filter coffee machines offer this.
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Automatic cleaning
yes
This filter coffee machine has an automatic cleaning cycle. 84% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Cleaning reminder
yes
This filter coffee machine has a cleaning reminder. 83.2% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Water filtration system
no
This filter coffee machine does not have a water filtration system. 8.6% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Removable filter holder
yes
This filter coffee machine has a removable filter holder. 0.6% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Dishwasher-safe parts
no
This filter coffee machine does not have dishwasher-safe parts. 34.4% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Main color
beige
Vintage design
yes
This filter coffee machine has a vintage design. 97.7% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Body material
metal, plastic
Width
21 cm
Market range: <17 cm – >30 cm
This filter coffee machine is 21 cm wide, which is narrower than 66% of filter coffee machines and as wide as 2.9% of filter coffee machines.
Depth
23.5 cm
Market range: <16 cm – >28 cm
This filter coffee machine is 23.5 cm deep, which is deeper than 66.1% of filter coffee machines and as deep as 1.2% of filter coffee machines.
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Ariete 1342 vs the average filter coffee machine

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  • 1,000 W more power
    This filter coffee machine has a higher power rating than the average filter coffee machine (2000 W vs 1000 W). The average filter coffee machine is rated at 1000 W.
    2,000 W vs 1,000 W
  • 0.25 L larger water tank
    This filter coffee machine has a larger water tank than the average filter coffee machine (1.5 L vs 1.25 L). The average filter coffee machine has a 1.25 L tank.
    1.5 L vs 1.25 L
  • Supports strength control
    This filter coffee machine supports aroma strength control, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 31.4% of filter coffee machines support aroma strength control.
  • 2 cups larger capacity
    This filter coffee machine has a larger capacity than the average filter coffee machine (12 cups vs 10 cups). The average filter coffee machine holds 10 cups.
    12 cups vs 10 cups
  • Supports digital display
    This filter coffee machine has a display, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 47.9% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • Supports self-cleaning
    This filter coffee machine has an automatic cleaning cycle, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 16.3% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • Supports cleaning reminders
    This filter coffee machine has a cleaning reminder, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 17.1% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • Supports vintage design
    This filter coffee machine has a vintage design, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 2.7% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • 12.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.9/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.8, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 20% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▲ Better than 82% of models

    70%

    8.6

    Rating

    30%

    9.6

    Popularity

    8.9 vs 7.9
  • 6.3% better value for money
    Ariete 1342 has better value for money than the average filter coffee machine (8.59 vs 8.1).
    8.59 vs 8.09
  • 1,000 W more power
    This filter coffee machine has a higher power rating than the average filter coffee machine (2000 W vs 1000 W). The average filter coffee machine is rated at 1000 W.
    2,000 W vs 1,000 W
  • 0.25 L larger water tank
    This filter coffee machine has a larger water tank than the average filter coffee machine (1.5 L vs 1.25 L). The average filter coffee machine has a 1.25 L tank.
    1.5 L vs 1.25 L
  • Supports strength control
    This filter coffee machine supports aroma strength control, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 31.4% of filter coffee machines support aroma strength control.
  • 2 cups larger capacity
    This filter coffee machine has a larger capacity than the average filter coffee machine (12 cups vs 10 cups). The average filter coffee machine holds 10 cups.
    12 cups vs 10 cups
  • Supports digital display
    This filter coffee machine has a display, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 47.9% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • Supports vintage design
    This filter coffee machine has a vintage design, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 2.7% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • Cord storage
    This filter coffee machine has cord storage, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 46.3% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • 2 cm narrower
    This filter coffee machine is narrower than the average filter coffee machine (21 cm vs 23 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 23 cm wide.
    21 cm vs 23 cm
  • Supports self-cleaning
    This filter coffee machine has an automatic cleaning cycle, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 16.3% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • Supports cleaning reminders
    This filter coffee machine has a cleaning reminder, while the average filter coffee machine does not. 17.1% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • 40.8% heavier
    This filter coffee machine is heavier than the average filter coffee machine (2.9 kg vs 2.06 kg). The average filter coffee machine weighs 2.06 kg.
    2.9 kg vs 2.06 kg
  • 2 cm deeper
    This filter coffee machine is deeper than the average filter coffee machine (23.5 cm vs 21.5 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 21.5 cm deep.
    23.5 cm vs 21.5 cm
  • 2.4x more expensive
    Ariete 1342 is more expensive than the average filter coffee machine (£60 vs £25).
    £60 vs £25
  • 1 cm higher height
    This filter coffee machine is taller than the average filter coffee machine (34.5 cm vs 33.5 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 33.5 cm tall.
    34.5 cm vs 33.5 cm
  • 3.3% larger volume
    This filter coffee machine has a larger body volume than the average filter coffee machine (17026 cm3 vs 16478 cm3). The average filter coffee machine has a volume of 16478 cm3.
    17,026 cm3 vs 16,478 cm3
  • 2.4x more expensive
    Ariete 1342 is more expensive than the average filter coffee machine (£60 vs £25).
    £60 vs £25
  • 40.8% heavier
    This filter coffee machine is heavier than the average filter coffee machine (2.9 kg vs 2.06 kg). The average filter coffee machine weighs 2.06 kg.
    2.9 kg vs 2.06 kg
  • 2 cm deeper
    This filter coffee machine is deeper than the average filter coffee machine (23.5 cm vs 21.5 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 21.5 cm deep.
    23.5 cm vs 21.5 cm
  • 1 cm higher height
    This filter coffee machine is taller than the average filter coffee machine (34.5 cm vs 33.5 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 33.5 cm tall.
    34.5 cm vs 33.5 cm
  • 3.3% larger volume
    This filter coffee machine has a larger body volume than the average filter coffee machine (17026 cm3 vs 16478 cm3). The average filter coffee machine has a volume of 16478 cm3.
    17,026 cm3 vs 16,478 cm3

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What we like about Ariete 1342

  • Attractive retro 1950s style design with premium color finishes.
  • Produces hot, flavorful, and aromatic drip coffee.
  • Intuitive LCD display and straightforward, user-friendly controls.
  • Effective anti-drip system that prevents spills when removing the carafe.
  • Integrated hotplate keeps brewed coffee warm for roughly 30 minutes.

What we don't like about Ariete 1342

  • Difficult to clean due to a narrow water tank opening.
  • The lid on the glass jug/carafe cannot be removed, complicating maintenance.
  • The reusable plastic filter feels flimsy to some users.
  • Prone to condensation build-up underneath the main top lid.
  • Digital clock is limited to a 12-hour AM/PM format instead of a 24-hour option.
  • Water tank can be awkward and tricky to fill without spilling.

Verdict

The Ariete 1342 Vintage is an American drip filter coffee machine featuring a retro 1950s design with modern capabilities, operating at up to 2000W of power with a 1.5-liter capacity to brew between 4 and 12 cups of coffee. Key characteristics and advantages include an integrated 24-hour programmable timer with a back-lit LCD display for automated brewing, an option to configure brew strength, a durable tempered glass carafe supported by a 30-minute keep-warm plate, a practical self-cleaning mode, and a reusable permanent filter paired with a Pause & Serve anti-drip system. However, notable drawbacks include a non-removable carafe lid that complicates manual cleaning, a digital clock interface limited strictly to an AM/PM format without a 24-hour display option, and routine maintenance that some users find cumbersome due to the machine's plastic filter construction.

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