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Saeco Lirika Basic 10004476 Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£370Type:Fully Automatic Espresso MachineWater Container Capacity:2.500 LPump Pressure:15 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:yesAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Saeco Lirika Basic 10004476 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.

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
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â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components

95%

7.3

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–²Better than 74% 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
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â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components

35%

7.9

Performance

25%

5.1

Coffee Preparation

25%

8.4

Features

15%

8.0

Design

â–²Better than 74% 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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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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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Saeco Lirika Basic 10004476

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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 74% of models
Score components:

35%

7.9

Performance

25%

5.1

Coffee Preparation

25%

8.4

Features

15%

8.0

Design

7.3
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
7.1/ 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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â–¼ Worse than 62% of models
Popularity:
Saeco Lirika Basic 10004476 has a popularity of 7.1 points, which is lower than 60.2% of coffee machines.
7.1
Value for money
Value for money
7.6/ 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–² Better than 74% of models
Score components:

60%

7.3

Overall score

40%

8.3

Price

7.6
Power
1,850 W
Power
1,850 W
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 1,850 W of heating power, which is higher than the power of 97.2% of coffee machines and equal to that of 1.3% of coffee machines.
Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
Water Container Capacity
2.5 L
Water Container Capacity
2.5 L
★ Better than 95% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 2.5 L in its water tank, which is larger than 95.4% of coffee machines and equal to that of 1.9% 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
45 s
Heating Time
45 s
â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
Market range: <20 s – >60 s
This coffee machine is ready to brew in 45 s, which is slower than 65.1% of coffee machines and equal to that of 16.4% of coffee machines.
A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
Heating System
Boiler
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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
black
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
ABS Plastic
Drip Tray Material
Plastic
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Saeco Lirika Basic 10004476 vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • 450 W higher power
    Power
    1,850 W
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (1850 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,850 W vs 1,400 W
  • 240 g larger bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    500.000 g
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds more coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (500 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    500.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • 1.1 L larger water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    2.500 L
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (2.5 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    2.500 L vs 1.400 L
  • 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.
  • 5.3% better value for money
    Saeco Lirika Basic 10004476 has better value for money than the average coffee machine (7.61 vs 7.2).
    7.61 vs 7.22
  • 450 W higher power
    Power
    1,850 W
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (1850 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,850 W vs 1,400 W
  • 240 g larger bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    500.000 g
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds more coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (500 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    500.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • 1.1 L larger water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    2.500 L
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (2.5 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    2.500 L vs 1.400 L
  • 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 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.
  • 13 cm taller cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    145.00 cm
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine fits taller cups and travel mugs than the average coffee machine (145 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    145.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 20 cm longer power cord
    Cable Length
    120 cm
    â–² Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <78 cm – >120 cm
    This coffee machine provides longer electrical reach than the average coffee machine (120 cm vs 100 cm).
    A longer cable can make outlet placement more flexible.
    120 cm vs 100 cm
  • 9 mm narrower body
    Width
    215.00 mm
    â–² Better than 53% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up less counter width than the average coffee machine (215 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    215.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 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.
  • 3 fewer grind settings
    Number of Grinding Settings
    5
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <3 – >13
    This coffee machine provides less granular grind adjustment than the average coffee machine (5 vs 8).
    More grind settings allow finer adjustment of the coffee grind.
    5 vs 8
  • 5 s sec slower heat-up
    Heating Time
    45.000 s
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine takes longer to heat up than the average coffee machine (45 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    45.000 s vs 40 s
  • 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
  • 99 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    429.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (429 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    429.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 45 mm taller body
    Height
    370.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (370 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    370.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 77.8% heavier body
    Weight
    8.000 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (8 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    8.000 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 2.31x more expensive
    Saeco Lirika Basic 10004476 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£370 vs £160).
    £370 vs £160
  • 2.31x more expensive
    Saeco Lirika Basic 10004476 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£370 vs £160).
    £370 vs £160
  • 7% less popular
    Saeco Lirika Basic 10004476 is less popular than the average coffee machine (7.12 vs 7.6).
    7.12 vs 7.62
  • 3 fewer grind settings
    Number of Grinding Settings
    5
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <3 – >13
    This coffee machine provides less granular grind adjustment than the average coffee machine (5 vs 8).
    More grind settings allow finer adjustment of the coffee grind.
    5 vs 8
  • 5 s sec slower heat-up
    Heating Time
    45.000 s
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine takes longer to heat up than the average coffee machine (45 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    45.000 s vs 40 s
  • 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
  • 99 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    429.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (429 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    429.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 45 mm taller body
    Height
    370.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 79% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (370 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    370.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 77.8% heavier body
    Weight
    8.000 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 68% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (8 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    8.000 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 54.1% bulkier volume
    Volume
    34,127 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (34127 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    34,127 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³

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What we like about Saeco Lirika Basic 10004476

  • Large internal capacities relative to its footprint, including a 2.5-litre water tank and 500g bean hopper
  • Intuitive and straightforward three-colour digital display making it very easy to operate
  • Fast heat-up times allowing consecutive coffee brewing with minimal waiting
  • Durable ceramic grinder burrs that prevent overheating the beans during grinding
  • Removable brewing unit and automated rinsing/descaling programmes that ease routine maintenance
  • Compact width of just 21.5 cm allows it to fit easily into smaller office kitchenettes

What we don't like about Saeco Lirika Basic 10004476

  • Operation can be noticeably loud or noisy during the grinding and brewing process
  • Lacks a built-in milk carafe, requiring an external tube setup to steam or froth milk
  • The basic model does not support independent coffee strength or aroma dose adjustment
  • Requires frequent descaling cycles depending on water hardness settings
  • No option to use pre-ground bypass coffee; it relies strictly on whole beans

Verdict

The Saeco Lirika Basic (10004476) is a compact, automatic bean-to-cup coffee machine engineered for small offices and HoReCa venues, operating at 1850 Watts with a 15-bar pump pressure system. Main characteristics include an exceptionally high capacity for its slim 21.5 cm frame, featuring a 2.5-litre removable water tank, a 500-gram coffee bean hopper, and a grounds container that holds up to 15 servings. Its primary pros include a durable and quiet integrated ceramic grinder, a quick-heating stainless steel boiler, automated rinsing and descaling programs, and a user-friendly three-colour digital icon display that enables simultaneous preparation of two espresso or black coffee cups at a single touch. However, notable cons of this basic model include the lack of a built-in milk carafe or automated milk system—requiring manual milk frothing via a classic Pannarello steam wand—and a fixed 7-gram coffee dosage per cup, which lacks the aroma strength adjustments found in the line's higher-tier models.

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