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Ariete 1301 Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~ÂŁ120Type:Espresso MachineWater Container Capacity:0.600 LPump Pressure:15 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:noAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Ariete 1301 Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and 2 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

5.5

Overall score

Score
5.5/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the coffee machine's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best coffee machines on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

95%

5.4

Technical score

5%

7.7

Review score

Review score 5% · 7.7 · based on 2 written reviews
2 written reviews count as 1.5 of the 2 needed; the rest counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%. A video or a short review counts less than a full test.
â–ĽWorse than 94% of coffee-machines
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance across brewing and drink preparation, coffee formats, maintenance and convenience, and design and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare coffee machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

35%

5.7

Performance

25%

4.1

Coffee Preparation

25%

5.2

Features

15%

6.9

Design

â–ĽWorse than 94% of coffee-machines
7.7

Review score

Review score
7.7/ 10
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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.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 68% of models
Grades by review (2)
2 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
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50%

7.0

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25%

9.7

lacucinadigiulia.com

Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–ĽWorse than 68% of coffee-machines
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Ariete 1301

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance across brewing and drink preparation, coffee formats, maintenance and convenience, and design and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare coffee machines based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 94% of models
Score components:

35%

5.7

Performance

25%

4.1

Coffee Preparation

25%

5.2

Features

15%

6.9

Design

5.4
Review score
Review score
7.7/ 10
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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.
Weighting: Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Share: Reviews are 5% of the overall score for every model in this category; each of the 2 needed reviews that is missing counts as 7/10.
Score distribution
â–Ľ
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 68% of models
Grades by review (2)
2 reviews: 2 with a printed score, 0 estimated from the review. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
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2

50%

7.0

altroconsumo.it

25%

9.7

lacucinadigiulia.com

Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
8.4/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the coffee machine.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–˛ Better than 65% of models
Popularity:
Ariete 1301 has a popularity of 8.4 points, which is higher than 65% of coffee machines.
8.4
Value for money
Value for money
6.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the coffee machine's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a coffee machine with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–Ľ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

60%

5.5

Overall score

40%

9.5

Price

6.7
Power
1,100 W
Power
1,100 W
â–Ľ Worse than 78% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 1,100 W of heating power, which is lower than the power of 78.1% of coffee machines and equal to that of 8.5% of coffee machines.
Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
Water Container Capacity
0.6 L
Water Container Capacity
0.6 L
â–Ľ Worse than 94% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 0.6 L in its water tank, which is smaller than 93.7% of coffee machines and equal to that of 3.4% of coffee machines.
A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
Pump Pressure
15 bar
Pump Pressure
15 bar
â–Ľ Worse than 30% of models
Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
This coffee machine delivers 15 bar of pump pressure, which is higher than the pump pressure of 9% of coffee machines and equal to that of 61% of coffee machines.
The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
Heating Time
?
Heating System
Boiler
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Type
Espresso Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
â–˛ Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine accepts ground coffee. 40.3% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
Works with Beans
no
Works with Beans
no
â–Ľ Worse than 38% of models
This coffee machine does not accept whole coffee beans. 38.1% of coffee machines accept whole coffee beans.
Bean compatibility indicates whether the machine can brew from whole coffee beans.
Works with ESE Pods
yes
Works with ESE Pods
yes
â–˛ Better than 76% of models
This coffee machine accepts ESE pods. 76% of coffee machines accept ESE pods.
ESE pod compatibility allows use of standard Easy Serving Espresso pods.
Works with Capsules
no
Works with Capsules
no
â–Ľ Worse than 29% of models
This coffee machine does not accept coffee capsules. 28.6% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
Capsule compatibility indicates whether the machine accepts coffee capsules.
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Water Level Indicator
yes
Water Level Indicator
yes
â–˛ Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine has a water level indicator. 39.8% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
Water Filter
no
Water Filter
no
â–Ľ Worse than 36% of models
This coffee machine does not have a water filter. 35.9% of coffee machines have a water filter.
A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
Descaling Program
no
Descaling Program
no
â–Ľ Worse than 67% of models
This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme. 66.8% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
Cleaning Alert
no
Cleaning Alert
no
â–Ľ Worse than 60% of models
This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed. 60% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
â–Ľ Worse than 22% of models
This coffee machine does not clean its milk circuit automatically. 21.7% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
Automatic milk-circuit cleaning simplifies hygiene after preparing milk drinks.
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Built-in Installation
no
Color
White
Vintage Look
no
Vintage Look
no
â–Ľ Worse than 13% of models
This coffee machine does not have vintage styling. 12.6% of coffee machines have this look.
A vintage look describes a deliberately retro or classic machine design rather than a modern aesthetic.
Housing Material
Stainless Steel
Drip Tray Material
Plastic
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Ariete 1301 vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • Accepts ESE pods
    Works with ESE Pods
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 76% of models
    This coffee machine accepts ESE pods, while the average coffee machine does not. 24.2% of coffee machines accept ESE pods.
    ESE pod compatibility allows use of standard Easy Serving Espresso pods.
  • 45 mm shorter body
    Height
    280.00 mm
    â–˛ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine has a lower profile under overhead cabinets than the average coffee machine (280 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    280.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 16% lighter body
    Weight
    3.780 kg
    â–˛ Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (3.8 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    3.780 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 9.9% more popular
    Ariete 1301 is more popular than the average coffee machine (8.37 vs 7.6).
    8.37 vs 7.62
  • 33.3% cheaper
    Ariete 1301 is cheaper than the average coffee machine (ÂŁ120 vs ÂŁ160).
    ÂŁ120 vs ÂŁ160
  • 9.9% more popular
    Ariete 1301 is more popular than the average coffee machine (8.37 vs 7.6).
    8.37 vs 7.62
  • 33.3% cheaper
    Ariete 1301 is cheaper than the average coffee machine (ÂŁ120 vs ÂŁ160).
    ÂŁ120 vs ÂŁ160
  • Accepts ESE pods
    Works with ESE Pods
    yes
    â–˛ Better than 76% of models
    This coffee machine accepts ESE pods, while the average coffee machine does not. 24.2% of coffee machines accept ESE pods.
    ESE pod compatibility allows use of standard Easy Serving Espresso pods.
  • 45 mm shorter body
    Height
    280.00 mm
    â–˛ Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine has a lower profile under overhead cabinets than the average coffee machine (280 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    280.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 16% lighter body
    Weight
    3.780 kg
    â–˛ Better than 68% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (3.8 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    3.780 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 300 W lower power
    Power
    1,100 W
    â–Ľ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers lower heating power than the average coffee machine (1100 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,100 W vs 1,400 W
  • No descaling programme
    Descaling Program
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 67% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme, while the average coffee machine does. 66.6% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
    A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
  • 0.8 L smaller water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    0.600 L
    â–Ľ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (0.6 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    0.600 L vs 1.400 L
  • Cannot brew two cups at once
    Two-Cup Function
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 69% of models
    This coffee machine cannot brew two cups at once, while the average coffee machine can. 68.9% of coffee machines offer two-cup brewing.
    A two-cup function can prepare two servings at the same time when the machine supports simultaneous output.
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
    A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
  • No hot water dispenser
    Hot Water Dispenser
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 58% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 57.6% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
    A hot water dispenser supplies hot water for tea, coffee, or other drinks.
  • No overheat protection
    Overheat Protection
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 88% of models
    This coffee machine does not have overheat protection, while the average coffee machine does. 87.9% of coffee machines have overheat protection.
    Overheat protection helps prevent unsafe temperatures during operation.
  • 1 fewer drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    2
    â–Ľ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers fewer preset drink options than the average coffee machine (2 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    2 vs 3
  • 7.8% worse value for money
    Ariete 1301 has worse value for money than the average coffee machine (6.7 vs 7.2).
    6.7 vs 7.22
  • 300 W lower power
    Power
    1,100 W
    â–Ľ Worse than 78% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers lower heating power than the average coffee machine (1100 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,100 W vs 1,400 W
  • 0.8 L smaller water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    0.600 L
    â–Ľ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (0.6 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    0.600 L vs 1.400 L
  • No hot water dispenser
    Hot Water Dispenser
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 58% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 57.6% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
    A hot water dispenser supplies hot water for tea, coffee, or other drinks.
  • 1 fewer drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    2
    â–Ľ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers fewer preset drink options than the average coffee machine (2 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    2 vs 3
  • No descaling programme
    Descaling Program
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 67% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme, while the average coffee machine does. 66.6% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
    A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
  • Cannot brew two cups at once
    Two-Cup Function
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 69% of models
    This coffee machine cannot brew two cups at once, while the average coffee machine can. 68.9% of coffee machines offer two-cup brewing.
    A two-cup function can prepare two servings at the same time when the machine supports simultaneous output.
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
    A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
  • No overheat protection
    Overheat Protection
    no
    â–Ľ Worse than 88% of models
    This coffee machine does not have overheat protection, while the average coffee machine does. 87.9% of coffee machines have overheat protection.
    Overheat protection helps prevent unsafe temperatures during operation.
  • 10 min longer before shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    25 min
    â–Ľ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine stays powered on longer before turning off than the average coffee machine (25 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    25 min vs 15 min
  • 86 mm wider body
    Width
    310.00 mm
    â–Ľ Worse than 91% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (310 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    310.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 40 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    370.00 mm
    â–Ľ Worse than 59% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (370 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    370.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 45% bulkier volume
    Volume
    32,116 cmÂł
    â–Ľ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (32116 cmÂł vs 22143 cmÂł).
    32,116 cmÂł vs 22,143 cmÂł

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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

7.0
altroconsumo.it
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N/A
Lab test · Pod machine
Verdict
The Ariete 1301 is a quiet, easy machine for pods or ground coffee, with good overall lab results but only average coffee taste.

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What we like about Ariete 1301

  • Dual system allows compatibility with both eco-friendly ESE pods and ground coffee
  • Heats up very quickly and prepares coffee in just a few seconds
  • Compact and space-saving design ideal for small kitchens
  • Adjustable drip tray grid accommodates both small espresso cups and larger mugs
  • Produces a hot espresso with a thick, satisfying crema
  • Removable water tank and drawer system make it easy to clean

What we don't like about Ariete 1301

  • The locking lever can become extremely stiff and hard to close or open over time
  • Lacks a built-in milk frothing wand or steam nozzle for making cappuccinos
  • Small water tank capacity requiring frequent refilling
  • The body relies heavily on plastic construction

Verdict

The Ariete 1301 is a compact, 1100W semi-automatic espresso machine featuring a 15-bar pump and a unique pull-out drawer system compatible with both ground coffee and ESE pods. Its minimalist design includes a 600cc removable water tank, electronic temperature control, and a drip tray with two adjustable heights to accommodate various cup sizes. Key benefits include programmable coffee lengths for short and long espresso, a fast-heating boiler, and an eco-friendly operation using biodegradable pods or fresh powder. However, users should note its lack of an integrated milk frother or grinder and the relatively small water tank capacity compared to standard household models.

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