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Bosch CompactClass TKA3A034 review: 47 specs compared

Avg. price:~£25Cups capacity:10 cupsPower:1100 WThermal insulated carafe:noIntegrated grinder:noTimer function:no

Bosch CompactClass TKA3A034 Review: Compare 168 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the American Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Bosch CompactClass TKA3A034
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

60%

6.8

Technical score

20%

8.9

User score

10%

?

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

10%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

â–¼Worse than 63% of American coffee machines
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 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
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

â–¼Worse than 52%
6.8

Technical score

Technical score
6.8/ 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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Score components

40%

7.5

Brewing

30%

6.8

Convenience

10%

7.6

Carafe

10%

4.3

Maintenance

5%

8.1

Design

5%

4.0

Grinder

â–¼Worse than 69%
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Reviews score

Reviews score
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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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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
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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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â–² Better than 82% of models

70%

9.0

Rating

30%

8.7

Popularity

â–²Better than 82%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 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 (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Technical Specifications of filter coffee machine Bosch CompactClass TKA3A034

Technical score
Technical score
6.8/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 69% of models
Score components:

40%

7.5

Brewing

30%

6.8

Convenience

10%

7.6

Carafe

10%

4.3

Maintenance

5%

8.1

Design

5%

4.0

Grinder

6.8
Reviews score
7.7
User score
8.9
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

8.1
Power
1,100 W
Market range: <600 W – >1.4k W
This filter coffee machine is rated at 1,100 W, which is higher than 79.5% of filter coffee machines and equal to 5.9% of filter coffee machines.
Cups capacity
10 cups
Market range: <6 cups – >15 cups
This filter coffee machine holds 10 cups, which is more than 25.2% of filter coffee machines and equal to 37.6% of filter coffee machines.
Water tank capacity
1.2 L
Market range: <0.6 L – >1.5 L
This filter coffee machine has a 1.2 L water tank, which is smaller than 58.9% of filter coffee machines and equal to 12.9% 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
no
This filter coffee machine does not have a start timer. 52.1% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Display
no
This filter coffee machine does not have a display. 48.2% 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
no
This filter coffee machine does not have an automatic cleaning cycle. 16.4% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Cleaning reminder
no
This filter coffee machine does not have a cleaning reminder. 17.2% 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
?
Dishwasher-safe parts
no
This filter coffee machine does not have dishwasher-safe parts. 34.4% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Main color
red
Vintage design
no
This filter coffee machine does not have a vintage design. 2.7% of filter coffee machines offer this.
Body material
plastic
Width
17 cm
Market range: <17 cm – >30 cm
This filter coffee machine is 17 cm wide, which is narrower than 86.1% of filter coffee machines and as wide as 5.3% of filter coffee machines.
Depth
24.5 cm
Market range: <16 cm – >28 cm
This filter coffee machine is 24.5 cm deep, which is deeper than 72.7% of filter coffee machines and as deep as 1.6% of filter coffee machines.
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Bosch CompactClass TKA3A034 vs the average filter coffee machine

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  • 100 W more power
    This filter coffee machine has a higher power rating than the average filter coffee machine (1100 W vs 1000 W). The average filter coffee machine is rated at 1000 W.
    1,100 W vs 1,000 W
  • 6 cm narrower
    This filter coffee machine is narrower than the average filter coffee machine (17 cm vs 23 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 23 cm wide.
    17 cm vs 23 cm
  • 36.9% lighter
    This filter coffee machine is lighter than the average filter coffee machine (1.3 kg vs 2.06 kg). The average filter coffee machine weighs 2.06 kg.
    1.3 kg vs 2.06 kg
  • 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.
  • 15.3% smaller volume
    This filter coffee machine has a smaller body volume than the average filter coffee machine (13953 cm3 vs 16478 cm3). The average filter coffee machine has a volume of 16478 cm3.
    13,953 cm3 vs 16,478 cm3
  • 10 cm longer cable
    This filter coffee machine has a longer power cable than the average filter coffee machine (90 cm vs 80 cm). The average filter coffee machine has a cable of 80 cm.
    90 cm vs 80 cm
  • 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 82% of models

    70%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    8.7

    Popularity

    8.9 vs 7.9
  • 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
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 82% of models

    70%

    9.0

    Rating

    30%

    8.7

    Popularity

    8.9 vs 7.9
  • 100 W more power
    This filter coffee machine has a higher power rating than the average filter coffee machine (1100 W vs 1000 W). The average filter coffee machine is rated at 1000 W.
    1,100 W vs 1,000 W
  • 6 cm narrower
    This filter coffee machine is narrower than the average filter coffee machine (17 cm vs 23 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 23 cm wide.
    17 cm vs 23 cm
  • 36.9% lighter
    This filter coffee machine is lighter than the average filter coffee machine (1.3 kg vs 2.06 kg). The average filter coffee machine weighs 2.06 kg.
    1.3 kg vs 2.06 kg
  • 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.
  • 15.3% smaller volume
    This filter coffee machine has a smaller body volume than the average filter coffee machine (13953 cm3 vs 16478 cm3). The average filter coffee machine has a volume of 16478 cm3.
    13,953 cm3 vs 16,478 cm3
  • 10 cm longer cable
    This filter coffee machine has a longer power cable than the average filter coffee machine (90 cm vs 80 cm). The average filter coffee machine has a cable of 80 cm.
    90 cm vs 80 cm
  • No start timer
    This filter coffee machine does not have a start timer, while the average filter coffee machine does. 51.9% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • 0.05 L smaller water tank
    This filter coffee machine has a smaller water tank than the average filter coffee machine (1.2 L vs 1.25 L). The average filter coffee machine has a 1.25 L tank.
    1.2 L vs 1.25 L
  • 3 cm deeper
    This filter coffee machine is deeper than the average filter coffee machine (24.5 cm vs 21.5 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 21.5 cm deep.
    24.5 cm vs 21.5 cm
  • 0.05 L smaller water tank
    This filter coffee machine has a smaller water tank than the average filter coffee machine (1.2 L vs 1.25 L). The average filter coffee machine has a 1.25 L tank.
    1.2 L vs 1.25 L
  • No start timer
    This filter coffee machine does not have a start timer, while the average filter coffee machine does. 51.9% of filter coffee machines offer this.
  • 3 cm deeper
    This filter coffee machine is deeper than the average filter coffee machine (24.5 cm vs 21.5 cm). The average filter coffee machine is 21.5 cm deep.
    24.5 cm vs 21.5 cm

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What we like about Bosch CompactClass TKA3A034

  • Brews coffee very quickly due to the powerful 1100-watt heating system
  • Preserves a rich aroma and optimum flavor extraction during the brewing process
  • Simple, intuitive, and reliable operation without unnecessary or overcomplicated digital controls
  • Effective DripStop anti-drip feature that prevents messes when removing the glass carafe
  • SafeStorage system allows for space-saving storage of the cable, plug, and jug handle
  • Easy-to-use detachable swing-out filter holder that simplifies filling and cleaning

What we don't like about Bosch CompactClass TKA3A034

  • Does not include a reusable filter basket out of the box, requiring separate purchase of paper or permanent filters
  • Lacks advanced programming capabilities such as a built-in timer or display menu
  • The integrated water reservoir cannot be detached for filling, requiring the carafe to be used to pour water into the machine

Verdict

The Bosch CompactClass TKA3A034 is a drip coffee maker with up to 1,100 W of power and a built-in 1.25-litre water tank, suitable for preparing 10 to 15 cups. It has a thermal glass carafe, a removable swing-out 1x4 filter holder, a warming plate and a SafeStorage anti-drip system, with automatic safety shut-off after 40 minutes. Its quick brewing and effective warming are useful, but it has no integrated grinder, requires separate disposable or reusable filters and lacks advanced automatic descaling or temperature control.

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