Jura E6 vs Jura E8
Quick take: The Jura E6 costs $1,100 less.
| Spec | Jura E6 | Jura E8 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,400 | $2,500 |
| Rating | 4.5★ (1,900) | 4.5★ (100) |
| Type | Super-Automatic | Super-Automatic |
| Boiler | Thermoblock | Thermoblock |
| Built-in grinder | Yes | Yes |
| Pump pressure | 15 bar | 15 bar |
| Water capacity | 64 oz | 64 oz |
| Warm-up time | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Steam wand | Auto | Auto (Fine Foam Frother) |
| Basket type | — | — |
| Best for | Enthusiasts | Beginners |
| Dimensions | 11 x 17.5 x 13.8 in | 11.0 x 17.6 x 13.8 in |
| Weight | 22 lbs | 21.2 lbs |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Pros & cons
Jura E6
- ✓P.E.P. makes excellent espresso
- ✓Swiss engineering quality
- ✓Quiet operation
- ✓Beautiful design
- ✗Very expensive
- ✗No built-in milk system
- ✗Proprietary cleaning products
- ✗Expensive repairs
Jura E8
- ✓Pulse Extraction Process produces best-in-class super-auto espresso and crema
- ✓Professional fine foam frother makes silky milk with zero effort
- ✓Professional Aroma Grinder is fast and notably quiet
- ✓Automated rinse and clean cycles make daily upkeep genuinely hands-off
- ✗Brew group is not user-removable - a constant r/superautomatic debate
- ✗Locked into Jura's Claris filters and cleaning tablets as an ongoing cost
- ✗Milk hose and container demand diligent cleaning to stay sanitary
- ✗High cost of ownership with proprietary accessories on top of $2,500