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Klarstein TK3G Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£80Type:Espresso MachineWater Container Capacity:1.25 LPump Pressure:15 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:noAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Klarstein TK3G 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
▼ 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%.
▼Worse 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components

35%

6.0

Performance

25%

5.0

Coffee Preparation

25%

5.8

Features

15%

7.4

Design

▼Worse 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
▼
<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.
No expert tests yet
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Best prices

    N/A~ £80

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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Klarstein TK3G

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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 75% of models
Score components:

35%

6.0

Performance

25%

5.0

Coffee Preparation

25%

5.8

Features

15%

7.4

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
▼
<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
1.0/ 10
✕
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
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Klarstein TK3G has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 88.3% of coffee machines.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 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 71% of models
Score components:

60%

6.0

Overall score

40%

9.7

Price

7.1
Power
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Water Container Capacity
1.25 L
Water Container Capacity
1.25 L
▼ Worse than 55% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1.25 L in its water tank, which is smaller than 55.1% of coffee machines and equal to that of 1.5% of coffee machines.
A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
Pump Pressure
15 bar
Pump Pressure
15 bar
▼ 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
Thermoblock
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Type
Espresso Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
▼ Worse than 60% of models
This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee. 60% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
Works with Beans
no
Works with Beans
no
▼ 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
▲ 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
▼ 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
no
Water Level Indicator
no
▼ Worse than 60% of models
This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator. 60.4% 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
▼ 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
▲ 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
black
Vintage Look
no
Vintage Look
no
▼ 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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Klarstein TK3G vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • Has a display
    Display
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This coffee machine has a display, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A display provides visual machine status or settings information.
  • Has a steam wand
    Steam Wand
    yes
    ▲ 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.
  • Accepts ESE pods
    Works with ESE Pods
    yes
    ▲ 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.
  • Has a cup warmer
    Cup Warmer
    yes
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    This coffee machine has a cup warmer, while the average coffee machine does not. 41.3% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A cup warmer helps preheat cups before brewing.
  • 17.8% lighter body
    Weight
    3.700 kg
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (3.7 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    3.700 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 2x cheaper
    Klarstein TK3G is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£80 vs £160).
    £80 vs £160
  • 24 mm narrower body
    Width
    200.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up less counter width than the average coffee machine (200 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    200.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 2x cheaper
    Klarstein TK3G is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£80 vs £160).
    £80 vs £160
  • Has a steam wand
    Steam Wand
    yes
    ▲ 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.
  • Accepts ESE pods
    Works with ESE Pods
    yes
    ▲ 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.
  • Has a cup warmer
    Cup Warmer
    yes
    ▲ Better than 59% of models
    This coffee machine has a cup warmer, while the average coffee machine does not. 41.3% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A cup warmer helps preheat cups before brewing.
  • Has a display
    Display
    yes
    ▲ Better than 67% of models
    This coffee machine has a display, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A display provides visual machine status or settings information.
  • 17.8% lighter body
    Weight
    3.700 kg
    ▲ Better than 69% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (3.7 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    3.700 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 24 mm narrower body
    Width
    200.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 58% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up less counter width than the average coffee machine (200 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    200.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 160 g smaller bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    100.000 g
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds fewer coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (100 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    100.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    ▼ 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 water level indicator
    Water Level Indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator, while the average coffee machine does. 60.3% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
    A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
  • Fixed cup clearance
    Adjustable Cup Clearance
    no
    ▼ 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 ground coffee support
    Works with Powdered Coffee
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
    Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
  • No overheat protection
    Overheat Protection
    no
    ▼ 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.
  • No sleep mode
    Sleep Mode
    no
    ▼ 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.
  • 10 min longer before shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    25 min
    ▼ 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
  • 7.62x less popular
    Klarstein TK3G is less popular than the average coffee machine (1 vs 7.6).
    1 vs 7.62
  • 1.8% worse value for money
    Klarstein TK3G has worse value for money than the average coffee machine (7.1 vs 7.2).
    7.1 vs 7.22
  • 160 g smaller bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    100.000 g
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds fewer coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (100 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    100.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • 0.15 L smaller water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.25 L
    ▼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.3 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.25 L vs 1.400 L
  • No ground coffee support
    Works with Powdered Coffee
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
    Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
  • No water level indicator
    Water Level Indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator, while the average coffee machine does. 60.3% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
    A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    ▼ 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
    ▼ 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.
  • No sleep mode
    Sleep Mode
    no
    ▼ 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.
  • 10 min longer before shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    25 min
    ▼ 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
  • Fixed cup clearance
    Adjustable Cup Clearance
    no
    ▼ 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.
  • 25 mm taller body
    Height
    350.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (350 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    350.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 20 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    350 mm
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (350 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    350 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 10.6% bulkier volume
    Volume
    24,500 cm³
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (24500 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    24,500 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³

Third-party reviews

What we like about Klarstein TK3G

  • Sleek and attractive retro design with a stainless steel body
  • Generous water tank capacity relative to its compact size
  • Strong 15 to 20 bar pump pressure that pulls a good espresso with a decent crema layer
  • Simple, user-friendly control system that makes it highly beginner-friendly
  • Removable drip tray and mesh grid ensure the machine is easy to clean
  • Great budget-friendly value for money compared to higher-end espresso makers

What we don't like about Klarstein TK3G

  • Mixed user feedback regarding overall long-term reliability and build durability
  • Customer service response times and repair assistance can be slow or unhelpful
  • The steaming nozzle can be finicky to operate and master for perfect milk texturing
  • The machine operates with a noticeable amount of noise during the extraction process
  • Finding specific official replacement or spare parts can sometimes be difficult

Verdict

The Klarstein TK3G Passionata is a compact, semi-automatic espresso and cappuccino machine featuring a 1350-watt heating element and options for either 15-bar or 20-bar pump pressure systems. Key characteristics include a removable 1.25-litre water tank (capable of brewing up to 6 cups), a multifunctional steam nozzle for milk frothing, a top-mounted cup-warming plate, and compatibility with both ground coffee and E.S.E. pods. Main pros of the machine include its elegant stainless steel design, quick heat-up time, rich crema production, and user-friendly button/knob interface. However, notable cons include a relatively small and quickly filled drip tray, a manual brewing stop that lacks precise volumetric programming, and a short steam wand that limits milk pitcher size choices.

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