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Smeg ECF03 Espresso Machine

Name: Smeg ECF03 Espresso Machine
Brand: Smeg

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Retro manual espresso machine (upgraded)

Typical price$$$300–700

Smeg ECF03 Espresso Machine: thermoblock heating, 51 mm portafilter, 1.4 L water tank.

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Last verified 10 Oct 2026

Specs

Boiler / heating: Thermoblock
Portafilter size: 51 mm
Pressure gauge: Yes
Needs mains power: Yes
Water tank: 1.4 L
Width: 20.3 cm
Depth: 29.9 cm
Height: 36.6 cm
Weight: 7.71 kg
Voltage: 120 V
Warranty: 1 year

In short

A retro-styled manual machine for home users who want a pressure gauge and quick heat-up from its thermoblock. The trade-off is less temperature stability than a boiler machine offers. Suits: Home users who want a retro manual machine with a pressure gauge and a 1.4 L tank.

The verdict

A retro-styled manual machine for home users who want a pressure gauge and quick heat-up from its thermoblock. The trade-off is less temperature stability than a boiler machine offers.

What we like

Heats up quickly
Pressure gauge

What to know

Less temperature stable than a boiler machine

Who it's for

Home users who want a retro manual machine with a pressure gauge and a 1.4 L tank.

Skip it if

You want the temperature stability of a boiler machine.

Questions shoppers ask

What kind of boiler does the Smeg ECF03 Espresso Machine have?

The Smeg ECF03 Espresso Machine has a thermoblock boiler.

What size portafilter does the Smeg ECF03 Espresso Machine use?

The Smeg ECF03 Espresso Machine uses a 51 mm portafilter.

How big is the water tank on the Smeg ECF03 Espresso Machine?

The Smeg ECF03 Espresso Machine has a 1.4 L water tank.

Who is the Smeg ECF03 Espresso Machine for?

Home users who want a retro manual machine with a pressure gauge and a 1.4 L tank.

What are the main pros and cons of the Smeg ECF03 Espresso Machine?

Pros: Heats up quickly; Pressure gauge. Cons: Less temperature stable than a boiler machine.

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