If you’re in the UK, it comes highly recommended.
There are a few quirks along the way.
The biggest drawback is that it’s currently only available in the UK.
The ProCook Barista Bean to Cup is a good-looking semi-automatic espresso machine, with a case made from a combination of brushed stainless steel and silver-toned plastic
If you live elsewhere, take a look at my list of alternative recommendationsfurther down this guide.
It isn’t currently available in other countries.
This is very good value, and cheaper than anything in our guide to thebest bean-to-cup coffee machines.
There are six coffee drinks to choose from, each of which can be customized
It’s availablebundled with a standalone grinderfor 269 (typical price 349).
It’s available for 599 (usual price 999).
The tamper and portafilter handle are also light in the hand.
It’s a small but helpful touch for users grinding their own coffee for the first time.
Instead, you have to restart the machine.
It’s a small quibble, but was unexpected considering how much thought has gone into designing the interface.
Turning the bean hopper adjusts the grind size, and pressing it down while twisting lets you remove it to clean the burrs
The 95oz / 2.8-liter water reservoir is easy to lift off the rear of the machine for filling.
Note that it doesn’t have a filter, and ProCook doesn’t sell any separately.
Note, however, that the instructions do miss a couple of steps.
The machine comes with a stiff-bristled brush that’s ideal for cleaning the burr grinder
The steam wand is a pleasure to use.
It has a cool-touch exterior, which I hadn’t expected for an espresso machine at this price.
Maintenance is refreshingly straightforward.
The generously sized reservoir is easy to lift off the back of the machine, and has an integrated handle for carrying
If you want a quieter bean-to-cup machine, theKitchenAid Fully Automatic Espresso Machine KF8averaged just 44dB in our tests.
Should you buy the ProCook Barista Bean to Cup Espresso Machine?
Here are two other options to bear in mind.
The on-screen instructions are clear, but don’t attach the portafilter to the group head without tamping first
However, it does cost well over twice what you’d pay for the ProCook Barista.
It has an impressive steam wand, and it’s super affordable.
It lacks a grinder, though.
The cool-touch steam wand is a joy to use
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The steam arm on the right-hand side of the machine is pleasingly tactile
