Smeg's new coffee maker 'brews consistently great hot and cold espresso', and will elevate your kitchen with its chic retro style

Date:
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:31:02 +0000

Description:
The Smeg ECF03 is now available in the US, and arrives alongside a new coffee grinder to complete your morning coffee routine.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Tech Radar Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Become a Member in Seconds Unlock instant access to exclusive member
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maker that can brew hot and cold espresso in just three minutes. The Smeg ECF03 was previously only available in Europe, but is now on sale in the US for $840 .

The new machine has a retro-inspired design with smooth curved lines, a gloss finish, and stainless steel accents, but it doesn't just look great on your kitchen counter it brews excellent coffee as well. I tested the Smeg ECF03 when it launched in the UK in October, and awarded it a full five stars
thanks to its winning combination of style and performance. It heats quickly and sustains steady temperature and pressure to ensure you get exactly the same results each time. During my tests, I particularly liked the front pressure gauge, which helps you see whether you've achieved a good extraction before you even taste your drink. The machine and its accessories feel solidly-made as well, and features like a drawer for accessories hidden
behind the drip tray and a useful cup-warmer, add to the appeal. Article continues below You may like This tiny gadget from Smeg will make your coffee break a lot more stylish I tested the compact coffee maker that blends Smegs style with Lavazzas coffee-roasting expertise I'm a certified barista, and these are my top 3 Smeg espresso machines

I noted that the ECF03 "brews consistently great hot and cold espresso", with the cold-brew mode being particularly useful as a foundation for iced lattes and cocktails. According to Smeg, the machine can prepare cold-brew in three minutes, but during my tests, I found it was closer to two.

"Overall, the ECF03 is an absolute pleasure to use, and during my testing, I found it difficult to fault," I concluded. Image 1 of 4 (Image credit:
Future) (Image credit: Future) (Image credit: Future) (Image credit: Future) That's not all Smeg has also unveiled a new coffee grinder to go alongside the ECF03, with stainless steel conical burrs and 15 grind settings so you
can achieve precisely the right grind size for your preferred coffee beans.

The Smeg Multipurpose Coffee Grinder ( on sale now for $300 ) lets you grind
a preset dose, or control the dosage manually if you prefer. Its hopper holds up to 8.8oz of fresh beans, and locks closed so you can safely remove it
while it's full. The grinder also has an anti-static system to prevent the all-too-common problem where coffee clings to the grinder, resulting in a
mess and waste. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign
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It's available in all the same colors as the ECF03 espresso machine: black, white, pastel green, cream, and pastel blue.

The two new launches come just a few days after Smeg announced that its compact Mini Milk Frother is now available in matt black and white , giving you even more options when styling your coffee nook. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button!

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Read our full guide to the best coffee makers 1. Best espresso: Breville Barista Touch Impress 2. Best drip: Breville Luxe Brewer Thermal 3. Best all-in-one: Ninja Luxe Caf 4. Best Nespresso: Krups Nespresso Pixie



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