BBy Bikram Nath·Researched from UK Amazon listings·Updated 2026-10-17·4 products compared
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What are the best coffee machines under £100 to buy in the UK?
Our top pick for Coffee Machines Under £100 in the UK is the NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Genio S Automatic Pod Coffee Machine EDG226.A, Anthracite.
The Genio S suits pod coffee drinkers who want hot and cold drinks, a stated 15 bar pump, a 0.8L water tank and a 1-minute eco-mode in an 11.2cm-wide machine.
The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Genio S coffee machine is our top pick under £100: its listing states a maximum 15 bar pump pressure, a 0.8L water tank, hot and cold drinks, an adjustable drip tray for all cup sizes and an eco-mode that switches off after 1 minute, with an A energy consumption rating. For Tassimo pods, the Tassimo by Bosch Suny TAS3102GB lists 1300 Watt, no heat up, cleaning between each drink and a 2-year warranty; the Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS EDG210.WB lists the same 15 bar and 0.8L tank in a body 14cm wide, with a manual lever.
This guide compares four pod coffee machines, two NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto by De'Longhi and two Tassimo by Bosch, on what each listing states: pod system, water capacity, pump pressure, dimensions, automatic switch-off and warranty. Stated capacity runs from 0.7 Litres on the Tassimo Finesse to 0.8 litres on the other three.
Buying guide
What should you look for in Coffee Machines Under £100?
1Pod system: the Genio S and Piccolo XS use NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto pods, and the Genio S listing names over 40 beverage varieties; the two Tassimo machines use pods whose barcode the INTELLIBREW system reads, and both Tassimo listings mention over 50 drinks.
2Pressure and drinks: the Genio S and Piccolo XS state a maximum 15 bar pump pressure and hot and cold drinks. The Tassimo Suny and Finesse listings state no pump pressure and do not mention cold drinks.
3Water capacity and size: the Genio S states a 0.8L water tank and 11.2cm W x 27.3cm H x 28.8cm D; the Piccolo XS a 0.8L water tank and 14cm (W) x 28cm (H) x 27cm (D). The Tassimo Suny title states 0.8 Litres and the Tassimo Finesse 0.7 Litres.
4Switch-off and energy: the Genio S and Piccolo XS switch off automatically after 1 minute and state an A energy consumption rating; the Tassimo Suny auto shuts off when not in use; the Tassimo Finesse goes into standby immediately after brewing each drink.
5Warranty: both Tassimo by Bosch listings state 2 years manufacturer warranty. The Genio S and Piccolo XS listings state no warranty term.
Our process
How do we choose our picks?
We don’t lab-test products ourselves. Instead we synthesise current Amazon UK listings and published specs into clear, honest recommendations. We earn a commission if you buy through our links, but that never changes which products we rank.
Current UK availability
We check each pick against live Amazon UK catalogue data rather than last year’s model lists. Stock moves fast, so a listing can sell out after we publish.
Published specs
We compare manufacturer specifications so each pick is right for a real budget and use-case.
UK-specific fit
We factor in UK voltage and plug/fitting standards — details that generic global lists miss.
NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto pods; over 40 beverage varieties
Tassimo pods; INTELLIBREW reads each drink's barcode
NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto pods
Tassimo T-Disc pods; INTELLIBREW adjusts brewing time, temperature and amount of water
Capacity
0.8L water tank
0.8 Litres
0.8L water tank
0.7 Litres
Auto Off
Eco-mode, automatic switch-off after 1 minute
Auto shuts off when not in use
Eco-mode, automatic switch-off after 1 minute
Standby mode immediately after brewing each drink
Pump Pressure
15 bar maximum
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15 bar maximum
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Dimensions
11.2cm W x 27.3cm H x 28.8cm D
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14cm (W) x 28cm (H) x 27cm (D)
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Energy Rating
A energy consumption rating
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A
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Warranty
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2 years manufacturer
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2 years manufacturer
The rankings
The best Coffee Machines Under £100, ranked
1
NESCAFÉ DOLCE GUSTO
Top Pick
NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Genio S Automatic Pod Coffee Machine EDG226.A, Anthracite
The Genio S suits pod coffee drinkers who want hot and cold drinks, a stated 15 bar pump, a 0.8L water tank and a 1-minute eco-mode in an 11.2cm-wide machine.
Pod System
NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto pods; over 40 beverage varieties
Capacity
0.8L water tank
Pump Pressure
15 bar maximum
Dimensions
11.2cm W x 27.3cm H x 28.8cm D
Auto Off
Eco-mode, automatic switch-off after 1 minute
Energy Rating
A energy consumption rating
What we like
+Hot and cold drinks at the touch of a button, per the listing
+Maximum 15 bar pump pressure stated
+Adjustable drip tray for all cup sizes
+Pods can be recycled through the Podback program, per the listing
Worth noting
–The listing states no warranty term
–Takes NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto pods; the listing does not mention ground coffee or beans
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Tassimo
Tassimo by Bosch Suny Special Edition Pod Coffee Machine TAS3102GB
The Tassimo Suny suits Tassimo pod users who want one-button drinks with no heat up, automatic cleaning between drinks and a 2-year warranty.
Pod System
Tassimo pods; INTELLIBREW reads each drink's barcode
Capacity
0.8 Litres
Auto Off
Auto shuts off when not in use
Warranty
2 years manufacturer
Power
1300 Watt
Cleaning
Auto cleans between each drink
What we like
+One button operation, with no heat up required, per the listing
+Auto cleans between each drink so flavours do not mix
+2 years manufacturers warranty
+1300 Watt stated in the title
Worth noting
–The listing states no pump pressure
–The listing does not mention cold drinks
£29.99£39.99−25%Amazon.co.uk price as of 03 Nov, 12:00 (London time). Details
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Editor's Note
All four machines here take pods; the Dolce Gusto listings give pump pressure, tank size and dimensions in their feature lists, while the Tassimo listings give a capacity in the title and a 2-year warranty but no pump pressure. The Dolce Gusto listings state no warranty term.
Our Take
The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Genio S is the default pick under £100 for its stated 15 bar pump pressure, 0.8L water tank, hot and cold drinks and 1-minute eco-mode. Choose the Tassimo by Bosch Suny for Tassimo pods with a stated 1300 Watt, automatic cleaning between drinks and a 2-year warranty, or the Tassimo Finesse if you want a starter pack of 40 Kenco drinks and an intensity boost button.
Questions & answers
Frequently asked questions
Which coffee machines under £100 make cold drinks?
The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Genio S EDG226.A and the Dolce Gusto Piccolo XS EDG210.WB both list hot and cold drinks. The Tassimo Suny and Tassimo Finesse listings do not mention cold drinks.
What pump pressure do pod coffee machines have?
The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Genio S and Piccolo XS each state a maximum 15 bar pump pressure. The Tassimo by Bosch Suny and Finesse listings state no pump pressure.
Which pod coffee machines come with a warranty?
The Tassimo by Bosch Suny TAS3102GB and Finesse TAS162EGBC listings each state 2 years manufacturer warranty. The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Genio S and Piccolo XS listings state no warranty term.
How big is the water tank on a pod coffee machine?
The NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto Genio S and Piccolo XS each list a 0.8L water tank. The Tassimo Suny and Tassimo Finesse titles give 0.8 Litres and 0.7 Litres without naming the water tank.
Do pod coffee machines switch off automatically?
Yes, all four pod coffee machines here list an automatic switch-off or standby. The Dolce Gusto Genio S and Piccolo XS switch off after 1 minute, the Tassimo Suny auto shuts off when not in use and the Tassimo Finesse goes into standby immediately after brewing each drink.
How do Tassimo and Dolce Gusto coffee machines differ?
The Tassimo Suny and Finesse read a barcode on each pod with INTELLIBREW, which the Finesse listing says adjusts brewing time, temperature and amount of water. The Dolce Gusto Genio S and Piccolo XS listings instead state a maximum 15 bar pump pressure and hot and cold drinks.
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