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Terra Bar 15-Bar Espresso Machine
4.3 (6,870)4.3 out of 5 stars
The Terra Bar is narrow enough for a small kitchen but uses a proper 54mm portafilter and a thermoblock that recovers quickly between shots. Add a decent grinder and it will out-perform pod machines twice its price.
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Key features
- 15-bar pump with 54mm stainless portafilter
- Thermoblock heats in about 25 seconds
- Steam wand for microfoam milk texturing
- Removable 1.4L water tank
- Only 6 inches wide
What we liked
- Tiny footprint
- Fast heat-up
- Real steam wand
What to watch
- Pressurised basket included, not the best
- Needs a burr grinder to shine
Specifications
| Pressure | 15 bar |
|---|---|
| Portafilter | 54 mm |
| Tank | 1.4 L |
| Width | 6 in |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Our verdict
A strong first espresso machine — budget for a grinder alongside it.
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Reader reviews
4.04 out of 5 stars
Good with the right grind
Swapped to a non-pressurised basket and a burr grinder and the shots got dramatically better.
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| Product | Rating | Price band | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terra Bar 15-Bar Espresso MachineThis one | 4.34.3 out of 5 stars | $$ | Buy on Amazon |
| Cascade 8-Quart Digital Air Fryer | 4.84.8 out of 5 stars | $ | Buy on Amazon |
| Vortex Pro 1500W Countertop Blender | 4.74.7 out of 5 stars | $$ | Buy on Amazon |
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