1-on-1 Comparison
Side-by-Side Comparison
Jura S8
Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400
Highlights
- 4.3" Built-in LCD display
- Single boiler
- Ceramic Disc grinder
- 12 Beverages
Highlights
- Built-in display
- Single boiler
- Stainless Steel Disc grinder
- 21 Beverages
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Content
Overview
Overview
Here we are comparing Jura S8 to Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 to reveal their common strengths, weaknesses and differences. Based on the features and specifications we have given Jura S8 and Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 overall scores of 80 and 91 out of 100 respectively. You can also view their individual scores per features.
Jura S8
Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400
Drink Types
Jura S8 offers the following coffee drink types: espresso, caffe, ristretto, cappuccino, caffe latte, latte macchiato, macchiato, flat whiteMelitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 offers the following coffee drink types: espresso, double espresso (doppio), americano, americano extra shot, caffe lungo, long black, ristretto, double ristretto, red eye, black eye, dead eye, cappuccino, caffe latte, latte macchiato, latte macchiato xl, latte macchiato triple shot, espresso macchiato, caffe crema, double caffe crema, café au lait, flat white
Two Coffee Bean Hoppers
Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 has two hoppers for storing two types of coffee at the same time. You can create a unique blend by mixing coffee from both hoppers with variable proportions.
Advantage of Jura S8
This section shows the features and specifications which are the reason to choose Jura S8 over Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400.
| Jura S8 | vs | Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Material of Grinders | Ceramic | vs | Stainless Steel |
| Caffe | vs | ||
| Macchiato | vs | ||
| Larger Water Tank | 1.9 Liter 64.2 fl-oz |
vs | 1.8 Liter 61 fl-oz |
| Higher Coffee Bean Hopper Capacity | 280 g 9.9 oz |
vs | 2x 135 g 2x 4.76 oz |
Advantage of Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400
This section shows the features and specifications which are the reason to choose Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 over Jura S8.
| Jura S8 | vs | Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Beverages | 12 Beverages | vs | 21 Beverages |
| Double Portion of Milk Drink | vs | ||
| More Coffee Bean Hoppers | Single | vs | Double |
| Double Espresso (Doppio) | vs | ||
| Americano | vs | ||
| Americano Extra Shot | vs | ||
| Caffe Lungo | vs | ||
| Long Black | vs | ||
| Double Ristretto | vs | ||
| Red Eye | vs | ||
| Black Eye | vs | ||
| Dead Eye | vs | ||
| Latte Macchiato XL | vs | ||
| Latte Macchiato Triple Shot | vs | ||
| Espresso Macchiato | vs | ||
| Caffe Crema | vs | ||
| Double Caffe Crema | vs | ||
| Café Au Lait | vs | ||
| Cup Warmer | vs | ||
| Higher Maximum Height of Cup | 118 mm 4.64" |
vs | 140 mm 5.5" |
Common Strengths and Weaknesses
Here we list common strengths and weaknesses of both machines.
| STRENGTHS |
|---|
| Built-in Display |
| Water Filter |
| Cappuccino Maker |
| Built-in Coffee Grinder |
| Use Ground Coffee |
| Drip tray water level indicator |
| Water Level Indicator |
| Espresso |
| Ristretto |
| Cappuccino |
| Caffe Latte |
| Latte Macchiato |
| Flat White |
| Hot Water |
| Hot Milk |
| Milk Froth |
| Remote Control by App |
| Selection for Double Cup |
| Selection of Coffee Strength |
| Self-cleaning Function |
| WEAKNESSES |
|---|
| No Espresso Lungo |
| No Doppio+ |
| No Double Caffe |
| No Morning Coffee |
| No Caffe Barista |
| No Lungo Barista |
| No Special Coffee |
| No Pot of Coffee |
| No Mug To Go |
| No Baby Cappuccino |
| No Cappuccino XL |
| No Cappuccino+ |
| No Cappuccino Mix |
| No Italian Cappuccino |
| No Latte Caldo |
| No Melange |
| No Cortado |
| No Galao |
| No Verlangerter |
| No Kleiner Brauner |
| No Milchkaffee |
| No White Coffee |
| No Cold Coffee |
| No Hot Chocolate |
Specifications
And in the end we display side by side all the specifications which are present for both models.
Note: The following table shows only those details which are applicable for both models and excludes the ones that are applicable for only one model. If you want to see a full list of specs for each model please visit their individual pages here - Jura S8 and here - Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400.
| BASICS | Jura S8 | Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Jura | Melitta |
| Model | S8 | Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 |
| Type | Automatic Coffee Machine | Super Automatic Coffee Machine |
| Type of Control | Display Buttons | Display Touch Buttons |
| Body Material | Plastic | Plastic |
| Color | Chrome, Moonlight Silver | Black |
| FEATURES | Jura S8 | Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Beverages | 12 Beverages | 21 Beverages |
| Display | Built-in | Built-in |
| Water Filter | ||
| Cappuccino Maker | HP3 | Automatic milk pipe system |
| Double Portion of Milk Drink | ||
| Heating System | Boiler | Boiler |
| Number of Boilers | Single | Single |
| Material of Boiler (s) | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Pump Pressure | 15 Bar | 15 Bar |
| Built-in Coffee Grinder | ||
| Material of Grinders | Ceramic | Stainless Steel |
| Grinder Type | Disc | Disc |
| Use Ground Coffee | ||
| Number of Coffee Bean Hoppers | Single | Double |
| Drip tray water level indicator | ||
| Water Level Indicator |
| DRINKS | Jura S8 | Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 |
|---|---|---|
| Espresso | ||
| Espresso Lungo | ||
| Double Espresso (Doppio) | ||
| Doppio+ | ||
| Americano | ||
| Americano Extra Shot | ||
| Caffe | ||
| Double Caffe | ||
| Caffe Lungo | ||
| Morning Coffee | ||
| Long Black | ||
| Caffe Barista | ||
| Lungo Barista | ||
| Ristretto | ||
| Double Ristretto | ||
| Special Coffee | ||
| Red Eye | ||
| Black Eye | ||
| Dead Eye | ||
| Pot of Coffee | ||
| Mug To Go |
| MILK DRINKS | Jura S8 | Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cappuccino | ||
| Baby Cappuccino | ||
| Cappuccino XL | ||
| Cappuccino+ | ||
| Cappuccino Mix | ||
| Italian Cappuccino | ||
| Caffe Latte | ||
| Latte Macchiato | ||
| Latte Macchiato XL | ||
| Latte Macchiato Triple Shot | ||
| Latte Caldo | ||
| Macchiato | ||
| Espresso Macchiato | ||
| Caffe Crema | ||
| Double Caffe Crema | ||
| Café Au Lait | ||
| Flat White | ||
| Melange | ||
| Cortado | ||
| Galao | ||
| Verlangerter | ||
| Kleiner Brauner | ||
| Milchkaffee | ||
| White Coffee |
| OTHER DRINKS | Jura S8 | Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Coffee | ||
| Hot Water | ||
| Hot Milk | ||
| Hot Chocolate | ||
| Milk Froth |
| OTHER FEATURES | Jura S8 | Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 |
|---|---|---|
| Memory Function | ||
| Remote Control by App | ||
| Cup Warmer | ||
| Selection for Single Cup | ||
| Selection for Double Cup | ||
| Selection of Coffee Strength | 10 level | 5 level |
| Self-cleaning Function | ||
| Auto Off |
| PHYSICAL & ELECTRICAL PROPERTIES | Jura S8 | Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 280 mm x 348 mm x 444 mm 11.02" x 13.7" x 17.5" | 259 mm x 372 mm x 467 mm 10.2" x 14.6" x 18.4" |
| Weight | 10 kg (22 lbs) | 10.8 kg (23.8 lbs) |
| Maximum Height of Cup | 118 mm 4.64" | 140 mm 5.5" |
| Drip Tray Cover Material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Water Reservoir Features | Removable | Removable |
| Water Reservoir Material | Plastic | Plastic |
| Water Tank Capacity | 1.9 Liter 64.2 fl-oz | 1.8 Liter 61 fl-oz |
| Coffee Bean Hopper Capacity | 280 g 9.9 oz | 2x 135 g 2x 4.76 oz |
| Dreg Drawer Capacity | 16 Portions | 16 Portions |
| Power Supply | European: 230 V/50 Hz North American: 110 V/60 Hz | European: 230 V/50 Hz North American: 110 V/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 1450 W | 1450 W |
| WARRANTY & ACCESSORIES | Jura S8 | Melitta Barista TS Smart Plus F86/0-400 |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Period | 24 Months | 24 Months |