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Daewoo Emerald Collection Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£35Type:Espresso MachineWater Container Capacity:1.500 LPump Pressure:20 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:noAutomatic Milk Frother:no

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

6.0

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
✕
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–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

95%

5.9

Technical score

5%

7.0

Review score

Review score 5% · 7.0 · no independent reviews yet
Until reviews appear, its review part counts as 7/10. Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%.
â–¼Worse than 77% of coffee-machines
5.9

Technical score

Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
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–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

35%

6.3

Performance

25%

4.7

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.4

Features

15%

6.4

Design

â–¼Worse than 75% of coffee-machines
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Review score

Review 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.
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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We have not found an independent test of this model yet, so its review part counts as 7/10.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
No expert tests yet
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Daewoo Emerald Collection

Technical score
Technical score
5.9/ 10
✕
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–¼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components:

35%

6.3

Performance

25%

4.7

Coffee Preparation

25%

6.4

Features

15%

6.4

Design

5.9
Review score
Review 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.
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
Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet, so its review part counts as 7/10.
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
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Popularity
Popularity
3.5/ 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–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Popularity:
Daewoo Emerald Collection has a popularity of 3.5 points, which is lower than 87% of coffee machines.
3.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components:

60%

6.0

Overall score

40%

10

Price

7.2
Power
850 W
Power
850 W
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 850 W of heating power, which is lower than the power of 93.2% of coffee machines and equal to that of 3.5% of coffee machines.
Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
Water Container Capacity
1.5 L
Water Container Capacity
1.5 L
â–² Better than 54% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1.5 L in its water tank, which is larger than 54.4% of coffee machines and equal to that of 8.5% of coffee machines.
A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
Pump Pressure
20 bar
Pump Pressure
20 bar
★ Better than 90% of models
Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
This coffee machine delivers 20 bar of pump pressure, which is higher than the pump pressure of 90.5% of coffee machines and equal to that of 9.6% of coffee machines.
The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
Heating Time
?
Heating System
?
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Type
Espresso Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
â–² 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–¼ 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
no
Works with ESE Pods
no
â–¼ Worse than 24% of models
This coffee machine does not accept ESE pods. 24.3% 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–¼ 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–² 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–¼ 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
yes
Descaling Program
yes
â–² Better than 34% of models
This coffee machine has a descaling programme. 33.5% 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–¼ 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–¼ 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
Green
Vintage Look
no
Vintage Look
no
â–¼ 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
Plastic
Drip Tray Material
Stainless Steel
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Daewoo Emerald Collection vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • 5 bar higher pump pressure
    Pump Pressure
    20 bar
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
    This coffee machine delivers higher pump pressure than the average coffee machine (20 bar vs 15 bar).
    The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
    20 bar vs 15 bar
  • Has a portafilter
    Portafilter
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This coffee machine has a portafilter, while the average coffee machine does not. 36.8% of coffee machines have a portafilter.
    A portafilter supports brewing through a filter basket with ground coffee or compatible pods.
  • Has a steam wand
    Steam Wand
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This coffee machine has a steam wand, while the average coffee machine does not. 48.4% of coffee machines have a steam wand.
    A steam wand allows manual milk steaming and foam-texture control.
  • 130 mm shallower depth
    Depth
    200.00 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires less counter depth than the average coffee machine (200 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    200.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 55 mm shorter body
    Height
    270.00 mm
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine has a lower profile under overhead cabinets than the average coffee machine (270 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    270.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 28.9% lighter body
    Weight
    3.200 kg
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (3.2 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    3.200 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 4.57x cheaper
    Daewoo Emerald Collection is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£35 vs £160).
    £35 vs £160
  • 0.1 L larger water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.500 L
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.5 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.500 L vs 1.400 L
  • 4.57x cheaper
    Daewoo Emerald Collection is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£35 vs £160).
    £35 vs £160
  • 5 bar higher pump pressure
    Pump Pressure
    20 bar
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
    This coffee machine delivers higher pump pressure than the average coffee machine (20 bar vs 15 bar).
    The listed pump pressure is not necessarily the same as extraction pressure.
    20 bar vs 15 bar
  • 0.1 L larger water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.500 L
    â–² Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.5 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.500 L vs 1.400 L
  • Has a portafilter
    Portafilter
    yes
    â–² Better than 63% of models
    This coffee machine has a portafilter, while the average coffee machine does not. 36.8% of coffee machines have a portafilter.
    A portafilter supports brewing through a filter basket with ground coffee or compatible pods.
  • Has a steam wand
    Steam Wand
    yes
    â–² Better than 52% of models
    This coffee machine has a steam wand, while the average coffee machine does not. 48.4% of coffee machines have a steam wand.
    A steam wand allows manual milk steaming and foam-texture control.
  • 130 mm shallower depth
    Depth
    200.00 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires less counter depth than the average coffee machine (200 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    200.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 55 mm shorter body
    Height
    270.00 mm
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine has a lower profile under overhead cabinets than the average coffee machine (270 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    270.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 28.9% lighter body
    Weight
    3.200 kg
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (3.2 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    3.200 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 14 mm narrower body
    Width
    210.00 mm
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up less counter width than the average coffee machine (210 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    210.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 48.8% more compact volume
    Volume
    11,340 cm³
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up less overall space than the average coffee machine (11340 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    11,340 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³
  • 550 W lower power
    Power
    850 W
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers lower heating power than the average coffee machine (850 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    850 W vs 1,400 W
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • Fixed cup clearance
    Adjustable Cup Clearance
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This coffee machine does not have adjustable cup clearance, while the average coffee machine does. 67.3% of coffee machines have this feature.
    Adjustable cup clearance allows the dispensing area or support to accommodate different cup heights.
  • No automatic switch-off
    Automatic Shutdown
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This coffee machine does not switch off automatically when idle, while the average coffee machine does. 94.9% of coffee machines offer automatic switch-off.
    Automatic shutdown reduces energy use and helps avoid leaving the machine on.
  • 2 fewer drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers fewer preset drink options than the average coffee machine (1 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    1 vs 3
  • No sleep mode
    Sleep Mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a sleep mode, while the average coffee machine does. 85.4% of coffee machines have a sleep mode.
    Sleep mode reduces energy use while the machine is not being used.
  • 35 cm shorter power cord
    Cable Length
    65 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <78 cm – >120 cm
    This coffee machine has a shorter electrical reach than the average coffee machine (65 cm vs 100 cm).
    A longer cable can make outlet placement more flexible.
    65 cm vs 100 cm
  • 2.17x less popular
    Daewoo Emerald Collection is less popular than the average coffee machine (3.51 vs 7.6).
    3.51 vs 7.62
  • 2.17x less popular
    Daewoo Emerald Collection is less popular than the average coffee machine (3.51 vs 7.6).
    3.51 vs 7.62
  • 0.7% worse value for money
    Daewoo Emerald Collection has worse value for money than the average coffee machine (7.17 vs 7.2).
    7.17 vs 7.22
  • 550 W lower power
    Power
    850 W
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers lower heating power than the average coffee machine (850 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    850 W vs 1,400 W
  • 2 fewer drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers fewer preset drink options than the average coffee machine (1 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    1 vs 3
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    â–¼ 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 automatic switch-off
    Automatic Shutdown
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
    This coffee machine does not switch off automatically when idle, while the average coffee machine does. 94.9% of coffee machines offer automatic switch-off.
    Automatic shutdown reduces energy use and helps avoid leaving the machine on.
  • No sleep mode
    Sleep Mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a sleep mode, while the average coffee machine does. 85.4% of coffee machines have a sleep mode.
    Sleep mode reduces energy use while the machine is not being used.
  • Fixed cup clearance
    Adjustable Cup Clearance
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This coffee machine does not have adjustable cup clearance, while the average coffee machine does. 67.3% of coffee machines have this feature.
    Adjustable cup clearance allows the dispensing area or support to accommodate different cup heights.
  • 35 cm shorter power cord
    Cable Length
    65 cm
    â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <78 cm – >120 cm
    This coffee machine has a shorter electrical reach than the average coffee machine (65 cm vs 100 cm).
    A longer cable can make outlet placement more flexible.
    65 cm vs 100 cm

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What we like about Daewoo Emerald Collection

  • Attractive aesthetic with an emerald green and gold design that stands out in modern kitchens.
  • Compact footprint makes it ideal for smaller countertops and tight spaces.
  • Budget-friendly price tag providing solid overall value for an entry-level espresso maker.
  • Capable steam wand that generates good milk froth for lattes and cappuccinos.

What we don't like about Daewoo Emerald Collection

  • Operation can be excessively loud and noisy during brewing.
  • Coffee temperature can be lukewarm unless a preliminary hot-water warming cycle is run.
  • Mixed reliability with user reports of the machine failing to heat or losing pressure after a few months.
  • Significant vibrations during extraction can cause lightweight espresso cups to slide off the drip tray.
  • Confusing instructions and discrepancies in the user manual regarding cup size button configurations.

Verdict

The Daewoo Emerald Collection Espresso Coffee Machine (Model SDA2279GE) is a 1350W pump-driven espresso maker featuring a 20-bar pressure system designed to extract maximum flavor and produce a rich crema. It sports a distinctive emerald green and gold design with black accents and comes equipped with a large 1.5-liter detachable water tank, a built-in top cup warmer, a manual milk steaming/frothing arm, and a removable drip tray. Key pros include its versatile 1- or 2-cup brewing capacity, an included measuring scoop and tamper, and highly accessible, easy-to-clean components. On the downside, the machine requires manual operation to stop the pour, relies exclusively on pre-ground coffee due to the lack of an integrated grinder, and has a setup process that requires running multiple initial water-only cycles before your first brew.

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