TASSIMO Bosch My Way 2 TAS6502GB Coffee Machine, 1500 Watt, 1.3 Litre - Black

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The control panel also includes the descale alert and “fill water tank” symbols, which will light up when either of those actions is necessary. In the middle of the panel, the lemon-shaped icon can be pressed to start the extraction process. However, this can only be done when a pod or the orange cleaning disk is inserted. Once you are finally decided to own a Bosch Tassimo, here are some of the tips and advices that may help you: At the front, there’s a drip tray that adjusts into four positions depending on the size of your cup, a pad of touch-sensitive buttons to toggle presets for coffee strength, temperature and amount of water, as well as to save your four favourite settings. Once set up, the controls are easy enough for mature kids to use. The top of the machine lifts up so you can insert a T Disc – Tassimo’s version of a coffee pod – and once it’s finished brewing, the disc needs to be removed.

L’Or: Founded in France in 1992, L'OR always had the ambition to offer the best coffee in the world. A CALC symbol will light up when it’s time to descale your machine. The Brita water filter and its holder will need to be removed from the water tank. To rinse out the machine, the orange cleaning disc should be used – it’s stored in the handy little alcove on the left side of the machine. The control panel has touch-sensitive icons for coffee strength (one to three beans) and cup size (third of a cup, half a cup or full cup), as well as the temperature icon and numbers 1-4 for programmable settings.Indeed, this Vivy is an entry-level Tassimo machine. Regardless, do not get this wrong because it does not mean that your coffee will be less. It has a 0.7L water tank too which makes it space-saving in nature. The TAS5542 Coffee Machine is a replacement for many components of the affordable models of this coffee maker. However, this is an upgraded version which is responsible for the sturdier, and superior quality of this Tassimo unit. There are a few size-related compromises, though. For example, the water tank is small at 700ml, awkwardly positioned at the side, and has to be removed to be filled. This means that you may find yourself topping it up frequently if two or more people are using it during the day. However, even though it’s small, it works just as hard as the larger Tassimo machines, meaning you’ll be able to make exactly the same drinks without giving up as much space. Known as one of the biggest units in the family, this weighs around 3.5kg and measures 30 x 20 x 30 centimetres. Compared to the many newer models out there, this is ideal if you are from a hard-water area. This does not only have a Brita water filter, but it has almost 4x of them. This is ideal both for your taste buds and as well as machine internals. One note is that this is the same scheme that runs with Nespresso machines, so if you think you'll get a more eco-friendly initiative elsewhere, it's pretty much the same no matter what Tassimo or Nespresso machine you opt for. For a machine that doesn't run on pods, take a look at our roundup of the best coffee machines. Cleaning the Bosch Tassimo My Way 2

If you want to stray outside the brand’s own classic range, there’s also a healthy selection of third-party options available from well-known brands such as Dualit and Lavazza, as well as smaller independent roasters. Once again, if you’re plumping for anything in the Vertuo range, you should note that there aren’t many third-party Vertuo options currently available. Convenience is key when it comes to pod coffee machines that aim to deliver you a hot beverage at the touch of a button. The Bosch Tassimo My Way 2 is an update of the brands’ first My Way machine. The new version features a Brita Maxtra filter-compatible removable water tank and comes with a free filter. This is definitely the mightiest of Tassimo's, machines, so consider a smaller option like the Suny or Vivy if you want something smaller or cheaper. About this review, and the reviewerWhen you are finally done with your research and you have already learned that Bosch is one of the top manufacturing companies there is, you will also realise that it can produce a high-quality product that may endure the test of time.