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Salter EK4623 Espresso Pro Maker Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£110Type:Espresso MachineWater Container Capacity:1.500 LPump Pressure:15 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:noAutomatic Milk Frother:no

Salter EK4623 Espresso Pro Maker 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.

5.6

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 90% of models
Score components

95%

5.6

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%.
▼Worse than 90% of coffee-machines
5.6

Technical score

Technical score
5.6/ 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
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components

35%

5.8

Performance

25%

4.6

Coffee Preparation

25%

5.4

Features

15%

7.1

Design

▼Worse than 89% 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
▼
<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.
No expert tests yet
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    N/A~ £110

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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Salter EK4623 Espresso Pro Maker

Technical score
Technical score
5.6/ 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
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components:

35%

5.8

Performance

25%

4.6

Coffee Preparation

25%

5.4

Features

15%

7.1

Design

5.6
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
▼
<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
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:
Salter EK4623 Espresso Pro Maker has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 88.3% of coffee machines.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components:

60%

5.6

Overall score

40%

9.6

Price

6.8
Power
850 W
Power
850 W
▼ Worse than 93% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 850 W of heating power, which is lower than the power of 93.2% of coffee machines and equal to that of 3.5% of coffee machines.
Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
Water Container Capacity
1.5 L
Water Container Capacity
1.5 L
▲ Better than 54% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1.5 L in its water tank, which is larger than 54.4% of coffee machines and equal to that of 8.5% 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
30 s
Heating Time
30 s
▲ Better than 55% of models
Market range: <20 s – >60 s
This coffee machine is ready to brew in 30 s, which is faster than 55.5% of coffee machines and equal to that of 19.9% of coffee machines.
A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
Heating System
Thermoblock
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Type
Espresso Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
▲ Better than 40% of models
This coffee machine accepts ground coffee. 40.3% of coffee machines accept ground coffee.
Compatibility with powdered coffee allows use of pre-ground coffee.
Works with Beans
no
Works with Beans
no
▼ Worse than 38% of models
This coffee machine does not accept whole coffee beans. 38.1% 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
no
Water Level Indicator
no
▼ Worse than 60% of models
This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator. 60.4% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
Water Filter
no
Water Filter
no
▼ Worse than 36% of models
This coffee machine does not have a water filter. 35.9% of coffee machines have a water filter.
A water filter can improve water quality and reduce the need for frequent descaling.
Descaling Program
no
Descaling Program
no
▼ Worse than 67% of models
This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme. 66.8% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
Cleaning Alert
no
Cleaning Alert
no
▼ Worse than 60% of models
This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed. 60% 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
Stainless Steel
Drip Tray Material
Plastic
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Salter EK4623 Espresso Pro Maker vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • 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 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.
  • 10 s sec faster heat-up
    Heating Time
    30 s
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine reaches brewing temperature faster than the average coffee machine (30 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    30 s vs 40 s
  • 125 mm shallower depth
    Depth
    205.00 mm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires less counter depth than the average coffee machine (205 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    205.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 33 mm shorter body
    Height
    292.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine has a lower profile under overhead cabinets than the average coffee machine (292 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    292.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 0.1 L larger water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.500 L
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.5 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.500 L vs 1.400 L
  • 15.6% lighter body
    Weight
    3.800 kg
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (3.8 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    3.800 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 45.5% cheaper
    Salter EK4623 Espresso Pro Maker is cheaper than the average coffee machine (£110 vs £160).
    £110 vs £160
  • 10 s sec faster heat-up
    Heating Time
    30 s
    ▲ Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine reaches brewing temperature faster than the average coffee machine (30 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    30 s vs 40 s
  • 0.1 L larger water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.500 L
    ▲ Better than 54% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.5 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.500 L vs 1.400 L
  • 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 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.
  • 125 mm shallower depth
    Depth
    205.00 mm
    ★ Better than 96% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires less counter depth than the average coffee machine (205 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    205.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 33 mm shorter body
    Height
    292.00 mm
    ▲ Better than 72% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine has a lower profile under overhead cabinets than the average coffee machine (292 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    292.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 15.6% lighter body
    Weight
    3.800 kg
    ▲ Better than 66% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is lighter and easier to move than the average coffee machine (3.8 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    3.800 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 2.4% more compact volume
    Volume
    21,609.5 cm³
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up less overall space than the average coffee machine (21609.5 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    21,609.5 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³
  • 550 W lower power
    Power
    850 W
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers lower heating power than the average coffee machine (850 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    850 W vs 1,400 W
  • No descaling programme
    Descaling Program
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme, while the average coffee machine does. 66.6% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
    A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
    A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
  • No water level indicator
    Water Level Indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator, while the average coffee machine does. 60.3% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
    A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
  • No hot water dispenser
    Hot Water Dispenser
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 57.6% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
    A hot water dispenser supplies hot water for tea, coffee, or other drinks.
  • No automatic switch-off
    Automatic Shutdown
    no
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    This coffee machine does not switch off automatically when idle, while the average coffee machine does. 94.9% of coffee machines offer automatic switch-off.
    Automatic shutdown reduces energy use and helps avoid leaving the machine on.
  • 137 mm wider body
    Width
    361.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (361 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    361.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 10 min longer before shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    25 min
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine stays powered on longer before turning off than the average coffee machine (25 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    25 min vs 15 min
  • 7.62x less popular
    Salter EK4623 Espresso Pro Maker is less popular than the average coffee machine (1 vs 7.6).
    1 vs 7.62
  • 5.9% worse value for money
    Salter EK4623 Espresso Pro Maker has worse value for money than the average coffee machine (6.82 vs 7.2).
    6.82 vs 7.22
  • 550 W lower power
    Power
    850 W
    ▼ Worse than 93% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers lower heating power than the average coffee machine (850 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    850 W vs 1,400 W
  • No hot water dispenser
    Hot Water Dispenser
    no
    ▼ Worse than 58% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a hot water dispenser, while the average coffee machine does. 57.6% of coffee machines have a hot water dispenser.
    A hot water dispenser supplies hot water for tea, coffee, or other drinks.
  • No descaling programme
    Descaling Program
    no
    ▼ Worse than 67% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a descaling programme, while the average coffee machine does. 66.6% of coffee machines have a descaling programme.
    A descaling program simplifies maintenance by guiding the machine through limescale removal.
  • No water level indicator
    Water Level Indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not have a water level indicator, while the average coffee machine does. 60.3% of coffee machines have a water level indicator.
    A water level indicator makes it easier to monitor the remaining reservoir water.
  • No cleaning alerts
    Cleaning Alert
    no
    ▼ Worse than 60% of models
    This coffee machine does not alert you when cleaning is needed, while the average coffee machine does. 59.8% of coffee machines offer cleaning alerts.
    A cleaning alert reminds you when routine machine cleaning is due.
  • No automatic switch-off
    Automatic Shutdown
    no
    ▼ Worse than 95% of models
    This coffee machine does not switch off automatically when idle, while the average coffee machine does. 94.9% of coffee machines offer automatic switch-off.
    Automatic shutdown reduces energy use and helps avoid leaving the machine on.
  • 10 min longer before shut-off
    Time Before Auto Switch-Off
    25 min
    ▼ Worse than 62% of models
    Market range: <1 min – >30 min
    This coffee machine stays powered on longer before turning off than the average coffee machine (25 min vs 15 min).
    The switch-off timer controls how long the machine remains active before shutting down.
    25 min vs 15 min
  • 137 mm wider body
    Width
    361.00 mm
    ▼ Worse than 98% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (361 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    361.00 mm vs 224.00 mm

Third-party reviews

What we like about Salter EK4623 Espresso Pro Maker

  • Excellent value for money, often described as a great budget alternative to more expensive brands
  • Produces high-quality, rich espresso with good crema
  • Compact and space-saving design, suitable for smaller kitchens
  • Easy to clean with a removable drip tray and water tank
  • Built-in milk frothing wand works well for cappuccinos and lattes

What we don't like about Salter EK4623 Espresso Pro Maker

  • The steam wand is quite small, making it slightly difficult to froth milk
  • Only accommodates short cups or mugs due to limited clearance
  • Coffee temperature is sometimes described as only lukewarm or just drinkable, rather than hot
  • The plastic build quality is basic, reflecting its lower price point
  • Filter holder can feel stiff and difficult to lock into place initially

Verdict

The Salter EK4623 Espresso Pro Maker is a 15-bar Italian pressure pump barista-style machine powered by an 850W heating element, featuring a 1.5-litre detachable water tank, an integrated milk frothing wand, and a two-way dispenser capable of brewing two cups of ground coffee or ESE pods at once. The main pros include its space-saving compact footprint, quick and easy-to-use manual controls, an easily washable removable drip tray, and its ability to brew smooth, full-bodied espresso at an affordable price point. However, notable cons include its lightweight and somewhat flimsy plastic housing that can feel cheap, limited under-spout clearance that only accommodates short coffee cups, a stiff portafilter handle during initial setup, and a small, basic steam wand that struggles to produce high-volume or barista-quality microfoam.

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