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Bosch TAS6002 review: 75 specs compared

Avg. price:~£95Type:Capsule Coffee MachineWater Container Capacity:1.3 LPump Pressure:3.3 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:noAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Bosch TAS6002 Review: Compare 75 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Bosch TAS6002
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
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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
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Score components

45%

6.1

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%

8.9

User score

â–²Better than 55% of coffee machines
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 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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Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

â–²Better than 70%
6.1

Technical score

Technical score
6.1/ 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 45% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Score components

35%

5.2

Performance

25%

5.6

Coffee Preparation

25%

7.1

Features

15%

7.6

Design

â–²Better than 50%
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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 20% 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
✕
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
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â–² Better than 80% of models

70%

9.2

Rating

30%

8.1

Popularity

â–²Better than 80%
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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 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 TAS6002

Technical score
Technical score
6.1/ 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
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â–² Better than 50% of models
Score components:

35%

5.2

Performance

25%

5.6

Coffee Preparation

25%

7.1

Features

15%

7.6

Design

6.1
Reviews score
7.7
User score
8.9
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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–² Better than 70% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.7

Price

7.8
Power
1,500 W
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 1,500 W of heating power, which is higher than the power of 80.2% of coffee machines and equal to that of 13.3% of coffee machines.
Water Container Capacity
1.3 L
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1.3 L in its water tank, which is larger than 50.5% of coffee machines and equal to that of 1.3% 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 TAS6002 vs the average coffee machine

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  • 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.
  • 100 W higher power
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (1,500 W vs 1,400 W).
    1,500 W vs 1,400 W
  • 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.
  • 17.1% 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 10% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 80% of models

    70%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    8.1

    Popularity

    8.9 vs 7.6
  • 2.3% better value for money
    Bosch TAS6002 has better value for money than the average coffee machine (7.78 vs 7.6).
    7.78 vs 7.61
  • 0.05 L larger water tank
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.3 L vs 1.25 L).
    1.3 L vs 1.25 L
  • 17.1% 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 10% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–² Better than 80% of models

    70%

    9.2

    Rating

    30%

    8.1

    Popularity

    8.9 vs 7.6
  • 2.3% better value for money
    Bosch TAS6002 has better value for money than the average coffee machine (7.78 vs 7.6).
    7.78 vs 7.61
  • 26.3% cheaper
    Bosch TAS6002 is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£95 vs £120).
    £95 vs £120
  • 100 W higher power
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (1,500 W vs 1,400 W).
    1,500 W vs 1,400 W
  • 0.05 L larger water tank
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.3 L vs 1.25 L).
    1.3 L vs 1.25 L
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

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What customers like about Bosch TAS6002

  • The 1500 W power heats the water quickly.
  • The cappuccino program makes milky drinks at the press of a button.
  • A latte macchiato program adds another milky option.
  • A chocolate program makes hot chocolate for the kids.
  • Adjustable cup clearance fits tall glasses and small cups.
  • The descaling program and water level indicator make upkeep simpler.

What customers don't like about Bosch TAS6002

  • The 3.3 bar pump pressure is low for a strong espresso.
  • There is no milk frother, so the milk has to be frothed separately.
  • There is no display to show the settings at a glance.
  • The coffee temperature cannot be changed.
  • There is no hot water dispenser, so tea water has to come from a kettle.

Verdict

A household that wants milky drinks at the push of a button will find the Bosch TAS6002 easy to live with. The 1500 W power means it heats up quickly in the morning. The cappuccino and latte macchiato programs handle the milk without fuss, and a chocolate program covers the kids' cups. Cups of different heights fit under the spout, and the machine takes capsules too. The descaling program and water level indicator take some of the guesswork out of upkeep, and a cleaning alert adds a reminder. The pump is the limit here: it runs at 3.3 bar, so it is not the choice for a strong shot. It suits a family or a shared kitchen that wants easy milk drinks and does not chase strong espresso.

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