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Sage the Oracle Touch SES990 Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£2,110Type:Bean-to-Cup Coffee MachineWater Container Capacity:2.500 LPump Pressure:?Built-in Coffee Grinder:yesAutomatic Milk Frother:yes

Sage the Oracle Touch SES990 Review: Compare 73 technical specifications and 17 expert and video reviews to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

8.3

Overall score

Score
8.3/ 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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★ Better than 92% of models
Score components

95%

8.3

Technical score

5%

8.5

Review score ( 9 · 8)

Review score 5% · 8.5 · based on 17 independent reviews
Every model in this category gets the same split: reviews 5%, technical score 95%. This model has enough reviews, so its review score is the weighted average of their grades. 5 more reviews are not scored yet.
★Better than 92% of coffee-machines
8.3

Technical score

Technical score
8.3/ 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 92% of models
Score components

35%

9.2

Performance

25%

7.4

Coffee Preparation

25%

9.0

Features

15%

6.8

Design

★Better than 92% of coffee-machines
8.5

Review score

Review score
8.5/ 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
▲ Better than 79% of models
Grades by review (17)
9 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 8 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 2
✓ explicit
2

9.6%

10

t3.com

7.7%

9.0

balancejournal.co

Video reviews 7

3.8%

9.5

This Electric Life

3.8%

9.0

Seven Minute Reviews

3.8%

8.0

Kyle Rowsell

3.8%

8.0

Merijn Gijsbers

3.8%

8.0

James Hoffmann

3.8%

7.0

Coffee Kev

1.9%

9.0

MarcosCeDi

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
▲Better than 79% of coffee-machines
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Sage the Oracle Touch SES990

Technical score
Technical score
8.3/ 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 92% of models
Score components:

35%

9.2

Performance

25%

7.4

Coffee Preparation

25%

9.0

Features

15%

6.8

Design

8.3
Review score
Review score
8.5/ 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
▲ Better than 79% of models
Grades by review (17)
9 reviews: 5 with a printed score, 4 estimated from the review. 8 video reviews, each counting half as much as a written test. Share in the overall score: 5%, the same for every model in this category.
Text reviews 2
✓ explicit
2

9.6%

10

t3.com

7.7%

9.0

balancejournal.co

Video reviews 7

3.8%

9.5

This Electric Life

3.8%

9.0

Seven Minute Reviews

3.8%

8.0

Kyle Rowsell

3.8%

8.0

Merijn Gijsbers

3.8%

8.0

James Hoffmann

3.8%

7.0

Coffee Kev

1.9%

9.0

MarcosCeDi

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
8.5
Popularity
Popularity
7.7/ 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
▲ Better than 51% of models
Popularity:
Sage the Oracle Touch SES990 has a popularity of 7.7 points, which is higher than 50.9% of coffee machines.
7.7
Value for money
Value for money
6.1/ 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 98% of models
Score components:

60%

8.3

Overall score

40%

1.0

Price

6.1
Power
2,400 W
Power
2,400 W
★ Better than 100% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 2,400 W of heating power, which is higher than the power of 99.8% of coffee machines and equal to that of 0.3% 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
?
Heating Time
?
Heating System
Dual Boiler
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What reviewers say
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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What reviewers say
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
yes
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
yes
▲ Better than 79% of models
This coffee machine cleans its milk circuit automatically. 78.6% 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
Brushed Stainless Steel
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
Stainless Steel
Drip Tray Material
Stainless Steel
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What reviewers say

Sage the Oracle Touch SES990 vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • 1,000 W higher power
    Power
    2,400 W
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (2400 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    2,400 W vs 1,400 W
  • 37 more grind settings
    Number of Grinding Settings
    45
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <3 – >13
    This coffee machine provides finer control over grind size than the average coffee machine (45 vs 8).
    More grind settings allow finer adjustment of the coffee grind.
    45 vs 8
  • Cleans the milk circuit automatically
    Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
    yes
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This coffee machine cleans its milk circuit automatically, while the average coffee machine does not. 21.6% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
    Automatic milk-circuit cleaning simplifies hygiene after preparing milk drinks.
  • Automatic milk frothing
    Automatic Milk Frother
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This coffee machine has an automatic milk frother, while the average coffee machine does not. 27.6% of coffee machines have an automatic milk frother.
    An automatic milk frother prepares milk foam with less manual steaming.
  • 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
    ▲ 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.
  • Supports user profiles
    User score
    7.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Sage the Oracle Touch SES990
    the average coffee machine
    Sage the Oracle Touch SES990 supports user profiles, while the average coffee machine does not. 11.2% of coffee machines support user profiles.
  • 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.
  • 1,000 W higher power
    Power
    2,400 W
    ★ Better than 100% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (2400 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    2,400 W vs 1,400 W
  • 37 more grind settings
    Number of Grinding Settings
    45
    ★ Better than 99% of models
    Market range: <3 – >13
    This coffee machine provides finer control over grind size than the average coffee machine (45 vs 8).
    More grind settings allow finer adjustment of the coffee grind.
    45 vs 8
  • 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
    ▲ 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.
  • Has PID temperature control
    PID Controller
    yes
    ★ Better than 93% of models
    This coffee machine has PID temperature control, while the average coffee machine does not. 6.8% of coffee machines have this feature.
    PID control can improve temperature stability during brewing.
  • 1 more boilers
    Number of Boilers
    2
    ★ Better than 94% of models
    Market range: <0 – >1
    This coffee machine offers more independent heating circuits than the average coffee machine (2 vs 1).
    Multiple boilers can support brewing and steaming with less interruption.
    2 vs 1
  • 20 g larger bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    280.000 g
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds more coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (280 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    280.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • Automatic milk frothing
    Automatic Milk Frother
    yes
    ▲ Better than 73% of models
    This coffee machine has an automatic milk frother, while the average coffee machine does not. 27.6% of coffee machines have an automatic milk frother.
    An automatic milk frother prepares milk foam with less manual steaming.
  • Supports user profiles
    User score
    7.2/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average of independent expert reviews and videos, graded by us; missing reviews count as 7/10.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how independent test sites and video reviewers rate the product in real use.
    Score distribution
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Sage the Oracle Touch SES990
    the average coffee machine
    Sage the Oracle Touch SES990 supports user profiles, while the average coffee machine does not. 11.2% of coffee machines support user profiles.
  • 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.
  • Dedicated cappuccino programme
    Cappuccino Program
    yes
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    This coffee machine has a cappuccino programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 27.8% of coffee machines have a cappuccino programme.
    A dedicated cappuccino program automates the preparation of that drink.
  • 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.
  • Adjustable milk temperature
    Adjustable Milk Temperature
    yes
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    This coffee machine lets you adjust the milk temperature, while the average coffee machine does not. 2.4% of coffee machines offer milk temperature adjustment.
    Adjustable milk temperature lets you tailor the heat of milk-based drinks.
  • Automatic coffee tamping
    Automatic Tamper
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This coffee machine has an automatic tamper, while the average coffee machine does not. 8.2% of coffee machines have an automatic tamper.
    Automatic tamping can reduce manual preparation steps and improve consistency.
  • Has a portafilter
    Portafilter
    yes
    ▲ 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
    ▲ 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 thermometer
    Thermometer
    yes
    ★ Better than 95% of models
    This coffee machine has a thermometer, while the average coffee machine does not. 5.6% of coffee machines have a thermometer.
    A thermometer helps monitor the brewing or milk temperature.
  • 2 more drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    5
    ▲ Better than 65% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers a wider variety of preset drinks than the average coffee machine (5 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    5 vs 3
  • Cleans the milk circuit automatically
    Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
    yes
    ▲ Better than 79% of models
    This coffee machine cleans its milk circuit automatically, while the average coffee machine does not. 21.6% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
    Automatic milk-circuit cleaning simplifies hygiene after preparing milk drinks.
  • 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 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 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 touchscreen
    Touch Screen
    yes
    ▲ Better than 85% of models
    This coffee machine has a touchscreen, while the average coffee machine does not. 15% of coffee machines have this feature.
    A touch screen allows settings or controls to be selected directly on the display surface.
  • 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.
  • 7 mm wider portafilter
    Portafilter Size
    58.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    Market range: <51 mm – >58 mm
    This coffee machine features a wider, commercial-standard portafilter than the average coffee machine (58 mm vs 51 mm).
    A larger portafilter diameter is associated with a wider filter basket, but compatibility depends on the machine group head.
    58.00 mm vs 51 mm
  • 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.
  • 30 cm lower cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    102.00 cm
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine accepts shorter cups than the average coffee machine (102 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    102.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 15 min longer before shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    30 min
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine stays powered on longer before turning off than the average coffee machine (30 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    30 min vs 15 min
  • 3.76x heavier body
    Weight
    16.900 kg
    ▼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (16.9 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    16.900 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 168 mm wider body
    Width
    392.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (392 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    392.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 129 mm taller body
    Height
    454.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (454 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    454.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 13.19x more expensive
    Sage the Oracle Touch SES990 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£2,110 vs £160).
    £2,110 vs £160
  • 13.19x more expensive
    Sage the Oracle Touch SES990 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£2,110 vs £160).
    £2,110 vs £160
  • 17.6% worse value for money
    Sage the Oracle Touch SES990 has worse value for money than the average coffee machine (6.14 vs 7.2).
    6.14 vs 7.22
  • 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.
  • 15 min longer before shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    30 min
    ▼ Worse than 72% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine stays powered on longer before turning off than the average coffee machine (30 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    30 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.
  • 30 cm lower cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    102.00 cm
    ▼ Worse than 80% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine accepts shorter cups than the average coffee machine (102 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    102.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 3.76x heavier body
    Weight
    16.900 kg
    ▼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (16.9 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    16.900 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 168 mm wider body
    Width
    392.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (392 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    392.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 129 mm taller body
    Height
    454.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (454 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    454.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 43 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    373.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (373 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    373.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 3x bulkier volume
    Volume
    66,382.1 cm³
    ▼ Worse than 99% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (66382.1 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    66,382.1 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

7.0
Coffee Kev
≈ estimated
04/05/2022
Long-term review · weeks of use and daily workflow
Verdict
Sage the Oracle Touch SES990 suits super-automatic fans who care about cup quality, but less so for home baristas.
8.0
Merijn Gijsbers
≈ estimated
24/07/2019
Hands-on review · two weeks of home use
Verdict
Sage the Oracle Touch SES990 is a good middle ground between automatic and semi-automatic machines, though not for everyone.
8.0
James Hoffmann
≈ estimated
23/12/2017
Hands-on review · home use with grinder and milk tests
Verdict
Sage the Oracle Touch SES990 delivers great coffee with little effort for people who don't want a hobby, but it is pricey and not for enthusiasts.
9.0
Coffee Kev
≈ estimated
01/02/2022
First look · unboxing, setup and first coffee
Verdict
Sage the Oracle Touch SES990 is simple to set up, and its automation makes great espresso and milk easy to get.
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Reviewers love the dual boiler and hands-off milk frothing, but criticise the grinder and the limited manual control.
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What we like about Sage the Oracle Touch SES990

  • User-friendly touchscreen interface allows for easy, automated, café-quality drinks
  • Automated grinding, dosing, and tamping saves time and reduces mess
  • Excellent milk texturing with automatic microfoam customization
  • Dual boiler system allows simultaneous espresso extraction and milk steaming
  • High level of customization (grind size, temperature, texture) for personal preference

What we don't like about Sage the Oracle Touch SES990

  • High price point makes it a significant investment
  • Machine is quite large and heavy, requiring significant counter space
  • Grinder can be noisy, and some users report inconsistent grind as it heats up
  • Concerns regarding long-term reliability of the complex internal components
  • Touchscreen can be sensitive to water spills

Verdict

The Sage Oracle Touch (SES990BSS) is a premium, automated bean-to-cup espresso machine featuring an intuitive colour touchscreen, a 2.5-litre removable water tank, a 280g bean hopper, and a commercial-grade 58mm stainless steel portafilter. At its core, the machine utilizes a professional dual stainless steel boiler system with PID temperature control and a heated group head to allow simultaneous espresso extraction and milk steaming, alongside an integrated conical burr grinder with 45 settings that automatically grinds, doses, and tamps a precise 22g shot. Main pros include its automated hands-free microfoam milk texturing wand with self-cleaning purge functionality, low-pressure pre-infusion combined with a 15-bar Italian pump regulated to a 9-bar extraction by an overpressure valve, and the ability to save up to 8 fully personalized drink configurations. However, prominent cons include its exceptionally large physical footprint, a premium price point, a noisy grinding operation, and a lengthy warm-up time of approximately seven minutes.

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