Comparison · Espresso Machines

KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte vs Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista

Two espresso machines side by side. They differ on boiler / heating, portafilter size, water tank, width. The KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte heats on demand through a thermocoil, while the Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista heats on demand through a thermoblock.

What actually differs

  • The KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte heats on demand through a thermocoil, while the Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista heats on demand through a thermoblock.
  • Portafilter size: the KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte has 58 mm, the Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista has 51 mm.
  • The KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte has a larger water tank (1.4 L against 1 L for the Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista).
  • Size, KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte against Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista: width 33.4 cm against 28.5 cm, depth 16.2 cm against 22.5 cm, height 28.6 cm against 32 cm.

Which one should you buy?

Pick the KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte if…

Users wanting a basic semi-automatic espresso machine with a 58 mm portafilter

4 L water tank. The trade-off is that the listing gives few specs, so shot control is unclear.

Skip it if: You want to control temperature or check heating details.

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Pick the Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista if…

Home baristas seeking an espresso and cappuccino machine with automatic milk frothing.

Home users who want a programmable espresso maker with built-in frothing may consider this model. The stainless steel body and 15-bar pump provide the core functions for drink preparation.

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Where each one wins

Edge to the KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte
  • A larger water tank

Specs compared

Rows where they differ are highlighted. Specs are from manufacturer sources; blanks are left blank, never estimated.

SpecKitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black MatteMr. Coffee Cafe Barista
Typical price$ Under $300$ Under $300
Machine typeSemi-automaticSemi-automatic
Boiler / heatingThermocoilThermoblock
Portafilter size58 mm51 mm
Water tank1.4 L1 L
Width33.4 cm28.5 cm
Depth16.2 cm22.5 cm
Height28.6 cm32 cm

What they have in common

Both record the same value for: machine type (Semi-automatic).

KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte vs Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista: common questions

What is the main difference between the KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte and the Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista?

The KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte heats on demand through a thermocoil, while the Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista heats on demand through a thermoblock. Portafilter size: the KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte has 58 mm, the Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista has 51 mm.

Do the KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte and the Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista use the same portafilter?

No. The KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte has 58 mm and the Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista has 51 mm.

Is the KitchenAid Semi-Automatic Espresso Machine KES6403BM Black Matte or the Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista more expensive?

Both sit in the same typical price band, $ Under $300.

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