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Siemens EQ.500 TQ503GB1 Review | 73 Data compared

Avg. price:~£620Type:Bean-to-Cup Coffee MachineWater Container Capacity:1.700 LPump Pressure:15 barBuilt-in Coffee Grinder:yesAutomatic Milk Frother:yes

Siemens EQ.500 TQ503GB1 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.

7.8

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 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
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components

95%

7.8

Technical score

5%

7.0

Review score

Review score 5% · 7.0 · 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 81% of coffee-machines
7.8

Technical score

Technical score
7.8/ 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 81% of models
Score components

35%

7.2

Performance

25%

7.5

Coffee Preparation

25%

9.1

Features

15%

7.6

Design

â–²Better than 81% of coffee-machines
7.0

Review score

Review score
7.0/ 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 96% 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%

7.0

lesnumeriques.com

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
â–¼Worse than 96% of coffee-machines
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    N/A~ £620

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Technical Specifications of coffee machine Siemens EQ.500 TQ503GB1

Technical score
Technical score
7.8/ 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
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 81% of models
Score components:

35%

7.2

Performance

25%

7.5

Coffee Preparation

25%

9.1

Features

15%

7.6

Design

7.8
Review score
Review score
7.0/ 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 96% 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%

7.0

lesnumeriques.com

estimated from the review
Shop star ratings are not part of this score.
7.0
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 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–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Siemens EQ.500 TQ503GB1 has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 88.3% of coffee machines.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
7.5/ 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 69% of models
Score components:

60%

7.8

Overall score

40%

7.0

Price

7.5
Power
1,500 W
Power
1,500 W
â–² Better than 79% of models
Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
This coffee machine provides 1,500 W of heating power, which is higher than the power of 79.4% of coffee machines and equal to that of 14.3% of coffee machines.
Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
Water Container Capacity
1.7 L
Water Container Capacity
1.7 L
â–² Better than 64% of models
Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
This coffee machine holds up to 1.7 L in its water tank, which is larger than 63.6% of coffee machines and equal to that of 7.3% 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
59 s
Heating Time
59 s
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Market range: <20 s – >60 s
This coffee machine is ready to brew in 59 s, which is slower than 88% of coffee machines and equal to that of 1% of coffee machines.
A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
Heating System
Thermoblock
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Type
Bean-to-Cup Coffee Machine
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
Works with Powdered Coffee
yes
â–² 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
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
yes
Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
yes
â–² 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
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
Stainless Steel
Drip Tray Material
Plastic
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Siemens EQ.500 TQ503GB1 vs the average coffee machine

246810TotalPerformanceCoffee PreparationFeaturesDesign
  • Cleans the milk circuit automatically
    Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
    yes
    â–² 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
    â–² 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.
  • Dedicated milk container
    Milk Container
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This coffee machine has a dedicated milk container, while the average coffee machine does not. 20.6% of coffee machines have a milk container.
    A milk container supports storing and dispensing milk for milk-based drinks.
  • 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.
  • 100 W higher power
    Power
    1,500 W
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (1500 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,500 W vs 1,400 W
  • 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.
  • Dedicated latte macchiato programme
    Latte Macchiato Program
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This coffee machine has a latte macchiato programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 25.7% of coffee machines have a latte macchiato programme.
    A dedicated latte macchiato program automates the preparation of that drink.
  • 4.3% better value for money
    Siemens EQ.500 TQ503GB1 has better value for money than the average coffee machine (7.54 vs 7.2).
    7.54 vs 7.22
  • 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.
  • 100 W higher power
    Power
    1,500 W
    â–² Better than 79% of models
    Market range: <1k W – >1.5k W
    This coffee machine offers higher heating power than the average coffee machine (1500 W vs 1400 W).
    Higher wattage generally supports faster heating but may increase energy use.
    1,500 W vs 1,400 W
  • 0.3 L larger water tank
    Water Container Capacity
    1.700 L
    â–² Better than 64% of models
    Market range: <0.7 L – >2 L
    This coffee machine has a larger water reservoir than the average coffee machine (1.7 L vs 1.4 L).
    A larger water tank reduces how often it needs to be refilled.
    1.700 L vs 1.400 L
  • 10 g larger bean hopper
    Bean Container Capacity
    270.000 g
    â–² Better than 55% of models
    Market range: <150 g – >400 g
    This coffee machine holds more coffee beans in its hopper than the average coffee machine (270 g vs 260 g).
    A larger bean container means less frequent refilling when making several coffees.
    270.000 g vs 260.000 g
  • Automatic milk frothing
    Automatic Milk Frother
    yes
    â–² 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.
  • Dedicated milk container
    Milk Container
    yes
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    This coffee machine has a dedicated milk container, while the average coffee machine does not. 20.6% of coffee machines have a milk container.
    A milk container supports storing and dispensing milk for milk-based drinks.
  • 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.
  • Dedicated cappuccino programme
    Cappuccino Program
    yes
    â–² 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.
  • Dedicated latte macchiato programme
    Latte Macchiato Program
    yes
    â–² Better than 75% of models
    This coffee machine has a latte macchiato programme, while the average coffee machine does not. 25.7% of coffee machines have a latte macchiato programme.
    A dedicated latte macchiato program automates the preparation of that drink.
  • 6 more drink recipes
    Number of Specialty Drinks
    9
    â–² Better than 77% of models
    Market range: <1 – >21
    This coffee machine offers a wider variety of preset drinks than the average coffee machine (9 vs 3).
    More specialty-drink options provide a wider choice of preset beverages.
    9 vs 3
  • 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.
  • Cleans the milk circuit automatically
    Automatic Milk Circuit Cleaning
    yes
    â–² 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
    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.
  • 8 cm taller cup clearance
    Maximum Cup Height
    140.00 cm
    â–² Better than 56% of models
    Market range: <89 cm – >150 cm
    This coffee machine fits taller cups and travel mugs than the average coffee machine (140 cm vs 132 cm).
    A greater maximum cup height accommodates taller cups and mugs.
    140.00 cm vs 132.00 cm
  • 19 s sec slower heat-up
    Heating Time
    59 s
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine takes longer to heat up than the average coffee machine (59 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    59 s vs 40 s
  • 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
  • 122 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    452.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (452 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    452.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 52 mm wider body
    Width
    276.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (276 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    276.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 48 mm taller body
    Height
    373.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (373 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    373.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 89.9% heavier body
    Weight
    8.545 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (8.5 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    8.545 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 7.62x less popular
    Siemens EQ.500 TQ503GB1 is less popular than the average coffee machine (1 vs 7.6).
    1 vs 7.62
  • 3.88x more expensive
    Siemens EQ.500 TQ503GB1 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£620 vs £160).
    £620 vs £160
  • 7.62x less popular
    Siemens EQ.500 TQ503GB1 is less popular than the average coffee machine (1 vs 7.6).
    1 vs 7.62
  • 3.88x more expensive
    Siemens EQ.500 TQ503GB1 is more expensive than the average coffee machine (£620 vs £160).
    £620 vs £160
  • 19 s sec slower heat-up
    Heating Time
    59 s
    â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
    Market range: <20 s – >60 s
    This coffee machine takes longer to heat up than the average coffee machine (59 s vs 40 s).
    A shorter heating time means the machine is ready to use sooner.
    59 s vs 40 s
  • 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
  • 122 mm deeper profile
    Depth
    452.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 90% of models
    Market range: <245 mm – >452 mm
    This coffee machine requires more counter depth than the average coffee machine (452 mm vs 330 mm).
    Depth affects front-to-back counter space and placement clearance.
    452.00 mm vs 330.00 mm
  • 52 mm wider body
    Width
    276.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 83% of models
    Market range: <129 mm – >299 mm
    This coffee machine takes up more counter width than the average coffee machine (276 mm vs 224 mm).
    Width affects how much counter space the machine needs.
    276.00 mm vs 224.00 mm
  • 48 mm taller body
    Height
    373.00 mm
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <251 mm – >385 mm
    This coffee machine stands taller and requires more overhead clearance than the average coffee machine (373 mm vs 325 mm).
    Height affects overhead clearance and cabinet placement.
    373.00 mm vs 325.00 mm
  • 89.9% heavier body
    Weight
    8.545 kg
    â–¼ Worse than 75% of models
    Market range: <2.29 kg – >10.5 kg
    This coffee machine is heavier and less portable than the average coffee machine (8.5 kg vs 4.5 kg).
    Lower weight can make the machine easier to move, while higher weight may indicate a more substantial build.
    8.545 kg vs 4.500 kg
  • 2.1x bulkier volume
    Volume
    46,532.5 cm³
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <0.7 cm³ – >2 cm³
    This coffee machine takes up more overall space than the average coffee machine (46532.5 cm³ vs 22143 cm³).
    46,532.5 cm³ vs 22,143 cm³

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7.0
lesnumeriques.com
≈ estimated
09/12/2020
Lab test · Bean-to-cup
Verdict
Siemens EQ.500 Classic is simple to use and clean, with a clear screen and two-cup brewing, but it is slow and feels less solid than the Series 6.

Third-party reviews

What we like about Siemens EQ.500 TQ503GB1

  • Intuitive and easy-to-use full-color coffeeSelect display
  • Excellent milk frothing system with automatic steam cleaning (autoMilk Clean)
  • High-quality ceramic grinder (ceramDrive) produces consistent results
  • Quick and versatile one-touch preparation for various coffee and milk drinks
  • Easy maintenance with removable brewing unit and front-accessible service door

What we don't like about Siemens EQ.500 TQ503GB1

  • Some users report that the coffee temperature is too low/lukewarm
  • Requires regular, thorough cleaning of the milk system to prevent blockages
  • The external milk nozzle system is less convenient than integrated containers in some models
  • The water tank capacity (1.4L - 1.7L) may be too small for heavy users

Verdict

The Siemens EQ.500 TQ503GB1 is an automatic bean-to-cup machine with 1500 W of power, a 15-bar pump, a removable 1.7-litre water tank and a 270 g bean container. Its integrated ceramic grinder supports convenient preparation from whole beans, although the automatic system needs regular cleaning and maintenance.

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