Jura E8 Review
A premium Swiss bean-to-cup machine with 17 one-touch specialties, a built-in grinder and an automatic milk system.
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Best for: Busy households that want many one-touch specialties and premium build quality
Key specs
| Width × depth × height | 28 × 44.6 × 35.1 cm (11.0 × 17.6 × 13.8 in) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 9.6 kg (21 lb) |
| Water tank | 1.9 L (64 oz) |
| Type | Super-automatic (bean to cup) |
| Built-in grinder | Yes, built-in burr grinder |
| Milk frothing | Automatic milk system (milk pipe) |
| Portafilter | None (fully automatic) |
| Price tier | Premium (see Amazon for today's price) |
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Pros
- 17 programmed specialties
- Built-in rinsing and cleaning programs
- Relatively narrow for a premium bean-to-cup
- Simple, clear controls
Cons
- Premium price tier
- Uses Jura's own filters and cleaning tablets
- The brew unit is not removable for rinsing
Overview
The E8 is one of Jura's best-known bean-to-cup models. It grinds, brews and froths milk automatically, with 17 programmed specialties.
Like most Jura machines it has a fixed brew unit and relies on built-in cleaning programs, rather than a removable brew group you rinse by hand.
Who should skip it
You want to choose your own cleaning products, or you prefer a semi-automatic you can tinker with.
What else you will need
- Whole-bean coffee
- A Jura-compatible water filter
- Jura cleaning tablets
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How to use it
JURA E8: optimal use · JURA
Verdict
Worth a look if you want café-style milk drinks every day with almost no effort and value build quality.
Alternatives to consider
- Breville Barista Express: Beginners who want café-style espresso without buying a separate grinder
- Philips 3200 LatteGo: People who want espresso and lattes at the touch of a button
- Breville Barista Pro: Buyers who like the Barista Express idea but want faster heat-up and a digital display