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Krups EA81P070 Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£270Type:Bean-to-Cup Coffee MachineWater Container Capacity:1.700 LPump Pressure:15 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:yesAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Krups EA81P070 Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and 1 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

7.3

Overall score

Score
7.3/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components

95%

7.3

Technical score

5%

7.5

Review score ( 0 · 1)

Review score 5% · 7.5 · based on 1 video
1 video counts as 0.5 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.
▲Better than 72% of coffee-machines
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 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
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components

35%

7.6

Performance

25%

5.2

Coffee Preparation

25%

8.7

Features

15%

7.5

Design

▲Better than 73% of coffee-machines
7.5

Review score

Review score
7.5/ 10
✕
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
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Grades by review (1)
1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
Video reviews 1

25%

9.0

Kai Santos

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▼Worse than 77% of coffee-machines
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    N/A~ £270

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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Krups EA81P070

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 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
▲ Better than 73% of models
Score components:

35%

7.6

Performance

25%

5.2

Coffee Preparation

25%

8.7

Features

15%

7.5

Design

7.3
Review score
Review score
7.5/ 10
✕
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
▼ Worse than 77% of models
Grades by review (1)
1 video review, counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
Video reviews 1

25%

9.0

Kai Santos

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.5
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Krups EA81P070 has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 88.3% of coffee machines.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.7/ 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
▲ Better than 78% of models
Score components:

60%

7.3

Overall score

40%

8.8

Price

7.7
Power
1,450 W
Power
1,450 W
▲ Better than 52% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 1,450 W of heating power, which is higher than the power of 51.5% of coffee machines and equal to that of 23.6% of coffee machines.
Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
Water Container Capacity
1.7 L
Water Container Capacity
1.7 L
▲ Better than 64% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1.7 L in its water tank, which is larger than 63.6% of coffee machines and equal to that of 7.3% 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
Bean-to-Cup Coffee 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
yes
Works with Beans
yes
▲ Better than 62% of models
This coffee machine accepts whole coffee beans. 62.1% 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
▼ 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
▼ 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
▲ 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
yes
Water Filter
yes
▲ Better than 64% of models
This coffee machine has a water filter. 64.3% 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
yes
Cleaning Alert
yes
▲ Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine alerts you when cleaning is needed. 40.3% 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
Plastic
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Krups EA81P070 vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • Has a built-in coffee grinder
    Built-in Coffee Grinder
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine has a built-in coffee grinder, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines have one.
    An integrated grinder can grind beans immediately before brewing.
  • Accepts whole coffee beans
    Works with Beans
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine accepts whole coffee beans, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines accept whole coffee beans.
    Bean compatibility indicates whether the machine can brew from whole coffee beans.
  • Has a water filter
    Water Filter
    yes
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    This coffee machine has a water filter, while the average coffee machine does not. 35.8% of coffee machines have a water filter.
    A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
  • 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.
  • Adjustable coffee temperature
    Adjustable Coffee Temperature
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This coffee machine lets you adjust the coffee temperature, while the average coffee machine does not. 42.9% of coffee machines offer coffee temperature adjustment.
    Adjustable coffee temperature lets you tailor the heat of the brewed coffee.
  • 14 min quicker shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    1 min
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine powers down sooner to conserve energy than the average coffee machine (1 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    1 min vs 15 min
  • Has a tray full indicator
    Drip Tray Full Indicator
    yes
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    This coffee machine has a drip tray full indicator, while the average coffee machine does not. 43.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A full drip-tray indicator signals when the tray needs emptying.
  • 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.
  • 7% better value for money
    Krups EA81P070 has better value for money than the average coffee machine (7.73 vs 7.2).
    7.73 vs 7.22
  • Has a built-in coffee grinder
    Built-in Coffee Grinder
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine has a built-in coffee grinder, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines have one.
    An integrated grinder can grind beans immediately before brewing.
  • 0.3 L larger water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.700 L
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.7 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.700 L vs 1.400 L
  • 50 W higher power
    Power
    1,450 W
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (1450 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,450 W vs 1,400 W
  • Accepts whole coffee beans
    Works with Beans
    yes
    ▲ Better than 62% of models
    This coffee machine accepts whole coffee beans, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines accept whole coffee beans.
    Bean compatibility indicates whether the machine can brew from whole coffee beans.
  • Adjustable coffee temperature
    Adjustable Coffee Temperature
    yes
    ▲ Better than 57% of models
    This coffee machine lets you adjust the coffee temperature, while the average coffee machine does not. 42.9% of coffee machines offer coffee temperature adjustment.
    Adjustable coffee temperature lets you tailor the heat of the brewed coffee.
  • 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.
  • Has a water filter
    Water Filter
    yes
    ▲ Better than 64% of models
    This coffee machine has a water filter, while the average coffee machine does not. 35.8% of coffee machines have a water filter.
    A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
  • 14 min quicker shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    1 min
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine powers down sooner to conserve energy than the average coffee machine (1 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    1 min vs 15 min
  • Has a tray full indicator
    Drip Tray Full Indicator
    yes
    ▲ Better than 56% of models
    This coffee machine has a drip tray full indicator, while the average coffee machine does not. 43.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A full drip-tray indicator signals when the tray needs emptying.
  • 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.
  • 85 mm shallower depth
    Depth
    245.00 mm
    ★ Better than 90% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires less counter depth than the average coffee machine (245 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    245.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 5 fewer grind settings
    Number of Grinding Settings
    3
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <3 – >13
    This coffee machine provides less granular grind adjustment than the average coffee machine (3 vs 8).
    More grind settings allow finer adjustment of the coffee grind.
    3 vs 8
  • 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.
  • 24 cm lower cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    108.00 cm
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine accepts shorter cups than the average coffee machine (108 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    108.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 63 mm wider body
    Width
    287.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (287 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    287.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 40 mm taller body
    Height
    365.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (365 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    365.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 7.62x less popular
    Krups EA81P070 is less popular than the average coffee machine (1 vs 7.6).
    1 vs 7.62
  • 57.8% heavier body
    Weight
    7.100 kg
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (7.1 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    7.100 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 68.8% more expensive
    Krups EA81P070 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£270 vs £160).
    £270 vs £160
  • 7.62x less popular
    Krups EA81P070 is less popular than the average coffee machine (1 vs 7.6).
    1 vs 7.62
  • 68.8% more expensive
    Krups EA81P070 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£270 vs £160).
    £270 vs £160
  • 5 fewer grind settings
    Number of Grinding Settings
    3
    ▼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <3 – >13
    This coffee machine provides less granular grind adjustment than the average coffee machine (3 vs 8).
    More grind settings allow finer adjustment of the coffee grind.
    3 vs 8
  • 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.
  • 24 cm lower cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    108.00 cm
    ▼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine accepts shorter cups than the average coffee machine (108 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    108.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 63 mm wider body
    Width
    287.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (287 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    287.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 40 mm taller body
    Height
    365.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (365 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    365.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 57.8% heavier body
    Weight
    7.100 kg
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (7.1 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    7.100 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 15.9% bulkier volume
    Volume
    25,665 cm³
    ▼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (25665 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    25,665 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³

Third-party reviews

What we like about Krups EA81P070

  • Makes delicious coffee and espresso with great taste and crema
  • Compact footprint that saves valuable countertop space
  • Large capacities for its size, including a 1.7L water tank and 260g bean container
  • Intuitive control panel with an LCD display making it simple to navigate
  • Patented Thermoblock system ensures the coffee comes out hot from the very first cup
  • Convenient memo mode allows users to save up to two favorite drink recipes
  • Automated cleaning, descaling, and pressure-rinsing maintenance alerts
  • Adjustable coffee quantity, strength levels, and grind settings

What we don't like about Krups EA81P070

  • The brewing unit is not removable, making manual internal deep-cleaning impossible
  • Operates with a noticeable amount of noise during grinding and brewing cycles
  • Constructed mostly out of plastic, which can make the build quality feel less robust
  • The glossy finish attracts fingerprints and shows micro-scratches easily
  • The manual steam wand requires a learning curve to achieve optimal milk froth
  • Accessing the water and milk sections requires extra clearance space on the sides
  • Frequent automatic rinsing cycles cause the drip tray to fill up very quickly
  • Out-of-warranty manufacturer repairs can be quite expensive

Verdict

The Krups Essential Pisa EA81P070 is a compact, fully automatic bean-to-cup espresso machine operating at 1450 Watts of power and a 15-bar pump pressure system. Key specifications include a generous 1.7-litre removable water tank, a 260g bean hopper, a built-in metal conical burr grinder, and an intuitive extra-large LCD screen with manual rotary and push-button controls. Main pros include its patented Compact Thermoblock system for ultra-fast, hot-from-the-first-cup brewing, a versatile multi-directional steam nozzle for frothing milk, and customizable brewing with 3 temperature settings, 3 grind textures, adjustable coffee strength, and a memo mode to save 2 favorite recipes. However, notable cons include its limitation to only 3 grinder coarseness settings, which may restrict fine extraction tuning, and a highly reflective glossy black finish that easily attracts visible fingerprint smudges.

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