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Sage SNE900 review: 75 specs compared

Avg. price:~£430Type:?Water Container Capacity:1.5 LPump Pressure:19 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:noAutomatic Milk Frother:yes

Sage SNE900 Review: Compare 75 technical specifications to see how this product ranks in the Coffee Machines category and whether it is worth buying.

Sage SNE900
7.8/10

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 10
✕
What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists, owners and ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 45%, Reviews score 20%, List score 15%, Sentiment score 10%, User score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 89% of models
Score components

45%

8.1

Technical score

20%

?

Reviews scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.7, the mark of a weaker model in this category

15%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 6.8, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

8.0

User score

â–²Better than 89% of coffee machines
7.8

Value for money

Value for money
7.8/ 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 70% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

â–²Better than 70%
8.1

Technical score

Technical score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 45% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components

35%

7.8

Performance

25%

7.3

Coffee Preparation

25%

9.1

Features

15%

8.5

Design

★Better than 93%
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Reviews score

Reviews 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. Every review counts the same: written or video, short or full test.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.7 for now.
Share: Reviews count 20% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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Grades by review (0)
We have not found an independent test of this model yet. Until we do, its review part counts as 7.7.
Ratings from across the web count in the User score, not in this score.
No expert tests yet
8.0

User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
How we count it
Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.8, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
Share: User score counts 10% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 54% of models

70%

8.3

Rating

30%

7.3

Popularity

â–¼Worse than 54%
?

List score

List score
7.5/ 10
✕
What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 15% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
Not in any best-of list yet
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Where to buy
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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Sage SNE900

Technical score
Technical score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 45% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 93% of models
Score components:

35%

7.8

Performance

25%

7.3

Coffee Preparation

25%

9.1

Features

15%

8.5

Design

8.1
Reviews score
7.7
User score
8.0
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
7.8/ 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 70% of models
Score components:

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

8.0

Price

7.8
Power
?
Water Container Capacity
1.5 L
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1.5 L in its water tank, which is larger than 59.7% of coffee machines and equal to that of 7.2% of coffee machines.
Pump Pressure
19 bar
Market range: <15 bar – >19 bar
This coffee machine delivers 19 bar of pump pressure, which is higher than the pump pressure of 71% of coffee machines and equal to that of 20% of coffee machines.
Heating Time
?
Heating System
?
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Type
?
Works with Powdered Coffee
no
This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee. 52.1% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
Works with ESE Pods
?
Works with Capsules
no
This coffee machine does not accept coffee capsules. 32.2% of coffee machines accept coffee capsules.
Capsule System
Nespresso Original
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Water Level Indicator
?
Water Filter
?
Descaling Program
yes
This coffee machine has a descaling programme. 31.2% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
Cleaning Alert
yes
This coffee machine alerts you when cleaning is needed. 39.1% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
yes
This coffee machine cleans its milk circuit automatically. 81.9% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
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Built-in Installation
no
Color
?
Vintage Look
no
This coffee machine does not have vintage styling. 10.6% of coffee machines have this look.
Housing Material
?
Drip Tray Material
Stainless Steel
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Sage SNE900 vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • Automatic milk frothing
    This coffee machine has an automatic milk frother, while the average coffee machine does not. 24.1% of coffee machines have an automatic milk frother.
  • Cleans the milk circuit automatically
    This coffee machine cleans its milk circuit automatically, while the average coffee machine does not. 18.2% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
  • 4 bar higher pump pressure
    This coffee machine delivers higher pump pressure than the average coffee machine (19 bar vs 15 bar).
    19 bar vs 15 bar
  • Dedicated cappuccino programme
    This coffee machine has a cappuccino programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 26% of coffee machines have a cappuccino programme.
  • Has a touchscreen
    This coffee machine has a touchscreen, while the average coffee machine does not. 12.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
  • Dedicated latte macchiato programme
    This coffee machine has a latte macchiato programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 23.1% of coffee machines have a latte macchiato programme.
  • Has a display
    This coffee machine has a display, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.6% of coffee machines have this feature.
  • Has PID temperature control
    This coffee machine has PID temperature control, while the average coffee machine does not. 6.4% of coffee machines have this feature.
  • 3.1% better value for money
    Sage SNE900 has better value for money than the average coffee machine (7.84 vs 7.6).
    7.84 vs 7.61
  • 5.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.0/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    How happy buyers are with this model, based on ratings from across the web.
    How we count it
    Enough data: A model needs at least 1 rating from across the web. Without one, it counts as 7.8, the mark of a weaker rated model in this category.
    Share: User score counts 10% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models

    70%

    8.3

    Rating

    30%

    7.3

    Popularity

    8.0 vs 7.6
  • 4 bar higher pump pressure
    This coffee machine delivers higher pump pressure than the average coffee machine (19 bar vs 15 bar).
    19 bar vs 15 bar
  • Has PID temperature control
    This coffee machine has PID temperature control, while the average coffee machine does not. 6.4% of coffee machines have this feature.
  • 0.25 L larger water tank
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.5 L vs 1.25 L).
    1.5 L vs 1.25 L
  • Automatic milk frothing
    This coffee machine has an automatic milk frother, while the average coffee machine does not. 24.1% of coffee machines have an automatic milk frother.
  • Dedicated cappuccino programme
    This coffee machine has a cappuccino programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 26% of coffee machines have a cappuccino programme.
  • Dedicated latte macchiato programme
    This coffee machine has a latte macchiato programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 23.1% of coffee machines have a latte macchiato programme.
  • Adjustable milk temperature
    This coffee machine lets you adjust the milk temperature, while the average coffee machine does not. 2% of coffee machines offer milk temperature adjustment.
  • Supports pre-infusion
    This coffee machine supports pre-infusion, while the average coffee machine does not. 6.2% of coffee machines support pre-infusion.
  • Has a portafilter
    This coffee machine has a portafilter, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.7% of coffee machines have a portafilter.
  • Has a steam wand
    This coffee machine has a steam wand, while the average coffee machine does not. 39.7% of coffee machines have a steam wand.
  • Cleans the milk circuit automatically
    This coffee machine cleans its milk circuit automatically, while the average coffee machine does not. 18.2% of coffee machines offer automatic milk circuit cleaning.
  • Has a tray full indicator
    This coffee machine has a drip tray full indicator, while the average coffee machine does not. 37% of coffee machines have this feature.
  • Has a cup warmer
    This coffee machine has a cup warmer, while the average coffee machine does not. 38% of coffee machines have this feature.
  • Has a touchscreen
    This coffee machine has a touchscreen, while the average coffee machine does not. 12.9% of coffee machines have this feature.
  • Has a display
    This coffee machine has a display, while the average coffee machine does not. 32.6% of coffee machines have this feature.
  • Fixed cup clearance
    This coffee machine does not have adjustable cup clearance, while the average coffee machine does. 67.5% of coffee machines have this feature.
  • No ground coffee support
    This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee, while the average coffee machine does. 52% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
  • 3.58x more expensive
    Sage SNE900 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£430 vs £120).
    £430 vs £120
  • 3.58x more expensive
    Sage SNE900 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£430 vs £120).
    £430 vs £120
  • No ground coffee support
    This coffee machine does not accept ground coffee, while the average coffee machine does. 52% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
  • Fixed cup clearance
    This coffee machine does not have adjustable cup clearance, while the average coffee machine does. 67.5% of coffee machines have this feature.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Sage SNE900

  • A 19 bar pump gives the pressure espresso needs.
  • The automatic milk frother cleans its own milk circuit.
  • The touch screen and display make choosing drinks simple.
  • A PID controller keeps the water temperature steady.
  • Pre-infusion and adjustable milk temperature let you fine-tune each cup.
  • A steam wand and hot water dispenser add flexibility.

What customers don't like about Sage SNE900

  • There is no built-in grinder, so you need a separate one.
  • There is no automatic tamper.
  • There is no iced coffee program.
  • The cup clearance cannot be adjusted, so tall glasses may not fit.
  • There is no app control.

Verdict

Most of the work is done for you with the Sage SNE900, which is built for someone who wants café drinks at home without learning the whole trade. Its automatic milk frother makes milk for a cappuccino or a latte, and it cleans its own milk circuit afterwards. The touch screen and display make it easy to pick a drink, and the two-cup function brews for two at once. Pre-infusion and a PID controller help keep the espresso steady. The trade-off is that it has no built-in grinder and no automatic tamper, so you need a separate grinder for fresh beans and must press the grounds yourself. It suits a buyer who already has a grinder or buys pre-ground coffee and wants a machine that handles the milk for them.

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