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Bosch TAS172B review: 75 specs compared

Avg. price:~£55Type:Capsule Coffee MachineWater Container Capacity:0.85 LPump Pressure:3.3 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:noAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Bosch TAS172B Review: Compare 75 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Bosch TAS172B
6.6/10

Overall score

Score
6.6/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists, owners and ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 45%, Reviews score 20%, List score 15%, Sentiment score 10%, User 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

45%

6.0

Technical score

20%

?

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

15%

?

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

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

6.0

User score

▼Worse than 72% of coffee machines
7.6

Value for money

Value for money
7.6/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

▼Worse than 58%
6.0

Technical score

Technical score
6.0/ 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 45% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components

35%

4.5

Performance

25%

5.6

Coffee Preparation

25%

7.1

Features

15%

8.3

Design

▼Worse than 59%
?

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 20% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<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
6.0

User score

User score
6.0/ 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 10% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 82% of models

6.0

Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.3 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

70%

8.7

Rating

30%

6.4

Popularity

▼Worse than 82%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
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 15% 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 coffee machine Bosch TAS172B

Technical score
Technical score
6.0/ 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 45% of the overall score.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 59% of models
Score components:

35%

4.5

Performance

25%

5.6

Coffee Preparation

25%

7.1

Features

15%

8.3

Design

6.0
Reviews score
7.7
User score
6.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components:

70%

6.6

Overall score

30%

9.9

Price

7.6
Power
1,400 W
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 1,400 W of heating power, which is higher than the power of 47.3% of coffee machines and equal to that of 8.6% of coffee machines.
Water Container Capacity
0.85 L
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 0.85 L in its water tank, which is smaller than 77.2% of coffee machines and equal to that of 0.8% of coffee machines.
Pump Pressure
3.3 bar
Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
This coffee machine delivers 3.3 bar of pump pressure, which is lower than the pump pressure of 89.7% of coffee machines and equal to that of 6.2% of coffee machines.
Heating Time
?
Heating System
Flow Heater
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Type
Capsule Coffee Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee. 52.1% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
Works with ESE Pods
no
This coffee machine does not accept ESE pods. 20.4% of coffee machines accept ESE pods.
Works with Capsules
yes
This coffee machine accepts coffee capsules. 68% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
Capsule System
Tassimo
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Water Level Indicator
yes
This coffee machine has a water level indicator. 37.9% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
Water Filter
no
This coffee machine does not have a water filter. 30% of coffee machines have a water filter.
Descaling Program
yes
This coffee machine has a descaling programme. 31.2% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
Cleaning Alert
yes
This coffee machine alerts you when cleaning is needed. 39.1% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
no
This coffee machine does not clean its milk circuit automatically. 18.3% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
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Built-in Installation
no
Color
black
Vintage Look
no
This coffee machine does not have vintage styling. 10.6% of coffee machines have this look.
Housing Material
?
Drip Tray Material
?
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Bosch TAS172B vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • Dedicated cappuccino programme
    This coffee machine has a cappuccino programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 26% of coffee machines have a cappuccino programme.
  • Dedicated latte macchiato programme
    This coffee machine has a latte macchiato programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 23.1% of coffee machines have a latte macchiato programme.
  • Accepts coffee capsules
    This coffee machine accepts coffee capsules, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.1% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
  • Dedicated chocolate programme
    This coffee machine has a chocolate programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 4.9% of coffee machines have a chocolate programme.
  • 55 mm shorter body
    This coffee machine has a lower profile under overhead cabinets than the average coffee machine (265 mm vs 320 mm).
    265.00 mm vs 320.00 mm
  • 2.18x cheaper
    Bosch TAS172B is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£55 vs £120).
    £55 vs £120
  • 2.18x cheaper
    Bosch TAS172B is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£55 vs £120).
    £55 vs £120
  • Dedicated cappuccino programme
    This coffee machine has a cappuccino programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 26% of coffee machines have a cappuccino programme.
  • Dedicated latte macchiato programme
    This coffee machine has a latte macchiato programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 23.1% of coffee machines have a latte macchiato programme.
  • Accepts coffee capsules
    This coffee machine accepts coffee capsules, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.1% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
  • Dedicated chocolate programme
    This coffee machine has a chocolate programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 4.9% of coffee machines have a chocolate programme.
  • 55 mm shorter body
    This coffee machine has a lower profile under overhead cabinets than the average coffee machine (265 mm vs 320 mm).
    265.00 mm vs 320.00 mm
  • Cannot brew two cups at once
    This coffee machine cannot brew two cups at once, while the average coffee machine can. 57.5% of coffee machines offer two-cup brewing.
  • 11.7 bar lower pump pressure
    This coffee machine delivers lower pump pressure than the average coffee machine (3.3 bar vs 15 bar).
    3.3 bar vs 15 bar
  • No ground coffee support
    This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee, while the average coffee machine does. 52% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
  • No hot water dispenser
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 50.5% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
  • 0.4 L smaller water tank
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (0.9 L vs 1.25 L).
    0.85 L vs 1.25 L
  • 21.1% lower user score
    User score
    6.0/ 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 10% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models

    6.0

    Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.3 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.7

    Rating

    30%

    6.4

    Popularity

    6.0 vs 7.6
  • 0.2% worse value for money
    Bosch TAS172B has worse value for money than the average coffee machine (7.59 vs 7.6).
    7.59 vs 7.61
  • 21.1% lower user score
    User score
    6.0/ 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 10% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    ▼ Worse than 82% of models

    6.0

    Mark 8.0 is below the typical mark 8.3 of this category, so it cannot lift the score above the technical score

    70%

    8.7

    Rating

    30%

    6.4

    Popularity

    6.0 vs 7.6
  • 0.2% worse value for money
    Bosch TAS172B has worse value for money than the average coffee machine (7.59 vs 7.6).
    7.59 vs 7.61
  • 11.7 bar lower pump pressure
    This coffee machine delivers lower pump pressure than the average coffee machine (3.3 bar vs 15 bar).
    3.3 bar vs 15 bar
  • 0.4 L smaller water tank
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (0.9 L vs 1.25 L).
    0.85 L vs 1.25 L
  • No ground coffee support
    This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee, while the average coffee machine does. 52% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
  • No hot water dispenser
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 50.5% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
  • Cannot brew two cups at once
    This coffee machine cannot brew two cups at once, while the average coffee machine can. 57.5% of coffee machines offer two-cup brewing.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Bosch TAS172B

  • At 265 mm high it suits spaces with low cupboards.
  • Cappuccino, latte macchiato and chocolate programs cover milky drinks.
  • A removable tank and a water level indicator make refilling simple.
  • A cleaning alert tells you when the machine needs a rinse.
  • A built-in descaling program handles limescale care.
  • Adjustable cup clearance makes room for tall glasses.

What customers don't like about Bosch TAS172B

  • A 3.3 bar pump is weak, so it is not built for strong espresso.
  • The 0.85 L tank needs refilling often when several people drink.
  • It takes capsules only, with no ground or powdered coffee.
  • There is no automatic milk frother or milk container.
  • There is no steam wand for frothing milk by hand.

Verdict

For a small kitchen and a capsule habit, the Bosch TAS172B keeps things simple. At 265 mm high it suits tight spaces under cupboards. It still has a cappuccino, a latte macchiato and a chocolate program. The removable tank and the water level indicator make daily use easy to follow. The cleaning alert tells you when the machine is due for a rinse. A built-in descaling program takes the guesswork out of limescale care. The trade-off is the pump. At 3.3 bar it is weak, and the 0.85 L tank means frequent refills when several people want a drink. It works only with capsules, not ground or powdered coffee. This one suits a single person or a couple who want a tidy machine for milky drinks and do not expect strong espresso.

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