95.0
Best for moka pot enthusiasts and fans of traditional cuban colada.
- Dark roast Cuban style espresso
- Four 10-ounce vacuum sealed bricks
- Family owned heritage since 1870
$22
Head to head · Coffee & Espresso
Luxe Café Pro Series, Espresso, Cold Brew vs Luxe Café Premier Espresso & Rapid Cold Brew
Ravvy scores Luxe Café Pro Series, Espresso, Cold Brew at 89.29 and Luxe Café Premier Espresso & Rapid Cold Brew at 89.45. Luxe Café Premier Espresso & Rapid Cold Brew takes the overall pick, best for versatile households who switch between espresso, drip, and cold brew daily.
$750
Choose the Ninja Luxe Cafe Pro if you want a reliable all in one system that automates the hardest parts of espresso making, provided you have the counter space to house it.
Ravvy pick
$600
A high-tech hybrid that simplifies the barista experience for families, trading a premium metal aesthetic for unmatched drink variety and automated accuracy.
How they score
| Factor | Luxe Café Pro Series, Espresso, Cold Brew | Luxe Café Premier Espresso & Rapid Cold Brew |
|---|---|---|
| Ease of Use | 94.5 | – |
| Versatility | 98 | 98 |
| Build Quality | 78 | 78 |
| Milk Texturing | 91.5 | – |
| Grind Consistency | 89 | – |
| Automation | – | 94.5 |
| Extraction Quality | – | 84 |
| Ease of Maintenance | – | 81 |
Luxe Café Pro Series, Espresso, Cold Brew
What owners praise
- Weight based dosing ensures consistent strength every time
- Hands free frothing works impressively well with oat and almond milks
- Versatile enough to replace three separate appliances
- Guided grind recommendations reduce bean waste
- Integrated tamper prevents coffee grounds from spilling on the counter
What to know first
- Large footprint requires substantial vertical and horizontal clearance
- Mostly plastic internal components compared to high end Italian machines
- Guided system can be overly sensitive to bean oiliness
- Cleaning cycles for the milk system are frequent
Skip it if espresso purists who prefer manual pressure profiling or small kitchens with limited depth
Luxe Café Premier Espresso & Rapid Cold Brew
What owners praise
- Integrated scale for precise weight-based dosing
- Rapid cold brew function reduces wait times significantly
- Hands-free frothing works exceptionally well with oat and almond milk
- Smart grind-size recommendations based on brew quality
- Guided interface is perfect for beginners
What to know first
- Large footprint requires significant counter space
- Extensive use of plastic compared to luxury competitors
- High cleaning frequency due to multiple brew paths
Skip it if traditionalists who prefer manual lever control and all-metal construction
Specs side by side
| Spec | Luxe Café Pro Series, Espresso, Cold Brew | Luxe Café Premier Espresso & Rapid Cold Brew |
|---|---|---|
| UPC | 622356643566 | 622356689281 |
| ASIN | B0F5JFTR1Q | B0FGDTHY1Y |
| GTIN | 622356643566 | 622356689281 |
| Brand | Ninja | Ninja |
| Color | Stainless Steel | Cyberspace |
| Style | Espresso Machine | Luxe Cafe |
| Voltage | 120 | 120 volts |
| Wattage | 1650 watts | 1650 watts |
| Capacity | 68 fluid ounces | 4.4 pounds |
| Material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Brand Name | Ninja | Ninja |
| Model Name | Ninja ES701 | Ninja ES601CY |
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