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Melitta Caffeo Solo & Milk E953-102 Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£340Type:Fully Automatic Espresso MachineWater Container Capacity:1.200 LPump Pressure:15 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:yesAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Melitta Caffeo Solo & Milk E953-102 Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and 1 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

6.9

Overall score

Score
6.9/ 10
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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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â–² Better than 63% of models
Score components

95%

6.9

Technical score

5%

7.5

Review score

Review score 5% · 7.5 · based on 1 written review
1 written review counts as 1 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.
â–²Better than 63% of coffee-machines
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 10
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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–² Better than 63% of models
Score components

35%

6.3

Performance

25%

5.1

Coffee Preparation

25%

8.7

Features

15%

7.8

Design

â–²Better than 63% 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Grades by review (1)
1 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
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1

50%

8.0

tikichris.com

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 77% of coffee-machines
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Melitta Caffeo Solo & Milk E953-102

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 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–² Better than 63% of models
Score components:

35%

6.3

Performance

25%

5.1

Coffee Preparation

25%

8.7

Features

15%

7.8

Design

6.9
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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Grades by review (1)
1 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 1 estimated from the review. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
≈ estimated
1

50%

8.0

tikichris.com

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.5
Popularity
Popularity
7.8/ 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–² Better than 54% of models
Popularity:
Melitta Caffeo Solo & Milk E953-102 has a popularity of 7.8 points, which is higher than 53.6% of coffee machines.
7.8
Value for money
Value for money
7.3/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 54% of models
Score components:

60%

6.9

Overall score

40%

8.4

Price

7.3
Power
1,400 W
Power
1,400 W
â–¼ Worse than 49% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 1,400 W of heating power, which is higher than the power of 45% of coffee machines and equal to that of 5.8% of coffee machines.
Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
Water Container Capacity
1.2 L
Water Container Capacity
1.2 L
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1.2 L in its water tank, which is smaller than 56.8% of coffee machines and equal to that of 7.5% of coffee machines.
A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
Pump Pressure
15 bar
Pump Pressure
15 bar
â–¼ 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
Fully Automatic Espresso Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
â–¼ 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
â–² 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
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
yes
Water Filter
yes
â–² 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
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
yes
Cleaning Alert
yes
â–² 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
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
Silver
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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Melitta Caffeo Solo & Milk E953-102 vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • Has a built-in coffee grinder
    Built-in Coffee Grinder
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
    â–² 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 tray full indicator
    Drip Tray Full Indicator
    yes
    â–² 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
    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.
  • Has a cup warmer
    Cup Warmer
    yes
    â–² 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.
  • 1.7% better value for money
    Melitta Caffeo Solo & Milk E953-102 has better value for money than the average coffee machine (7.35 vs 7.2).
    7.35 vs 7.22
  • 2.9% more popular
    Melitta Caffeo Solo & Milk E953-102 is more popular than the average coffee machine (7.84 vs 7.6).
    7.84 vs 7.62
  • Has a built-in coffee grinder
    Built-in Coffee Grinder
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
    â–² 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
    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.
  • Has a water filter
    Water Filter
    yes
    â–² 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 tray full indicator
    Drip Tray Full Indicator
    yes
    â–² 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 cup warmer
    Cup Warmer
    yes
    â–² 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.
  • 7 min quicker shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    8 min
    â–² Better than 76% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine powers down sooner to conserve energy than the average coffee machine (8 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    8 min vs 15 min
  • Has a display
    Display
    yes
    â–² 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.
  • 24 mm narrower body
    Width
    200.00 mm
    â–² 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
  • 3 cm taller cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    135.00 cm
    â–² Better than 50% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine fits taller cups and travel mugs than the average coffee machine (135 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    135.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 135 g smaller bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    125.000 g
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds fewer coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (125 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    125.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • 5 fewer grind settings
    Number of Grinding Settings
    3
    â–¼ 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
    â–¼ 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.
  • 125 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    455.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (455 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    455.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 1 fewer drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers fewer preset drink options than the average coffee machine (2 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    2 vs 3
  • 0.2 L smaller water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.200 L
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.2 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.200 L vs 1.400 L
  • 80% heavier body
    Weight
    8.100 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (8.1 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    8.100 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 2.13x more expensive
    Melitta Caffeo Solo & Milk E953-102 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£340 vs £160).
    £340 vs £160
  • 2.13x more expensive
    Melitta Caffeo Solo & Milk E953-102 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£340 vs £160).
    £340 vs £160
  • 135 g smaller bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    125.000 g
    â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds fewer coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (125 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    125.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • 5 fewer grind settings
    Number of Grinding Settings
    3
    â–¼ 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
  • 0.2 L smaller water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.200 L
    â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a smaller water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.2 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.200 L vs 1.400 L
  • No ground coffee support
    Works with Powdered Coffee
    no
    â–¼ 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.
  • 1 fewer drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    2
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers fewer preset drink options than the average coffee machine (2 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    2 vs 3
  • 125 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    455.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (455 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    455.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 80% heavier body
    Weight
    8.100 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (8.1 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    8.100 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 33.6% bulkier volume
    Volume
    29,575 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (29575 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    29,575 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³

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8.0
tikichris.com
≈ estimated
22/02/2019
Personal review · Compact bean-to-cup
Verdict
The Melitta Caffeo Solo & Milk suits black-coffee drinkers who want easy-to-customise drinks in a compact machine, but it only grinds whole beans.

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What we like about Melitta Caffeo Solo & Milk E953-102

  • Extremely compact and space-saving design (20cm wide), perfect for small kitchens
  • Produces high-quality, hot espresso with great crema
  • Easy to use and clean, with automatic descaling/cleaning programs
  • Simple, minimalist design without unnecessary, complex functions
  • Features a versatile manual milk frother (Pannarello)
  • Height-adjustable coffee spout allows for taller mugs

What we don't like about Melitta Caffeo Solo & Milk E953-102

  • Drip tray is shallow and fills up quickly, leading to potential spills
  • Small bean hopper (125g) requires frequent refilling
  • Manual milk frother requires a little technique to get the best foam
  • Not suitable for high-volume use (more suitable for 1-2 people)
  • Some users reported issues with the milk frother not working optimally

Verdict

The Melitta Caffeo Solo & Milk E953-102 is an ultra-compact bean-to-cup espresso machine featuring a minimalist 20 cm wide design, an integrated 3-stage steel conical grinder, and a 15-bar pump system operating at 1400 watts. This model includes a 1.2-litre removable water tank, a 125g bean container, an adjustable water quantity regulator (30 ml to 220 ml), and a manual Pannarello milk frothing nozzle for milk-based drinks. Its main pros are a space-saving footprint, customizable settings with 3 coffee strengths and 3 temperature levels, an intuitive LED icon display, a height-adjustable spout up to 13.5 cm, and a double-cup mode for simultaneous brewing. However, its main cons include a petite water tank and bean capacity that require frequent refills, a fast-filling drip tray due to automatic self-rinsing, and a manual frothing process that requires a degree of trial and error as the volume dial lacks precise millilitre markings.

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