Krups automatic with CappuccinoPlus nozzle, 1.8 L

Controls you can feel

Operation is through buttons and rotary controls rather than a screen. The listing says you can set different temperatures and grinding levels to suit your coffee, and the machine is described as programmable.

A hot water function and a height adjustable spout are listed too, so you can make tea or fit taller cups.

Physical dials are quick to use without reading glasses or a bright kitchen light, and there is nothing to swipe or scroll through. For an older user or a shared office kitchen, that simplicity can be a real advantage.

Milk with CappuccinoPlus

Milk is handled by a removable milk foam nozzle that Krups calls CappuccinoPlus. The listing says it is easy to clean and can prepare drinks such as cappuccino and latte macchiato. It is not described as a one-touch system, so expect a little more manual work than on an Evidence model.

Inside the machine

Krups says all of its fully automatic machines use a metal brewing group, which it credits with better heat conduction than plastic. Thanks to a closed brewing system, cleaning is done with a cleaning tablet, with no risk of incorrect operation according to the listing.

Pump pressure is 15 bar, power 1,450 W and the water tank holds 1.8 litres.

Size and guarantee

The machine measures 24.5 cm deep, 24.5 cm wide and 33 cm high and weighs 7 kg, so it is compact enough for most kitchens. A 2 year manufacturer guarantee is listed. Note that the listing gives a supply voltage of 220 V, so check the plug supplied before use.

How it compares

The Krups EA8160 adds a large LCD and the AutoCappuccino system with a milk jug in the box. The Krups Arabica YY3073FD relies on a steam pipe instead of a nozzle. The EA8108 is the compact, simple middle ground.