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Bosch Tassimo Finesse Classic Friendly

TAS1620GB

The Tassimo Finesse Classic Friendly (TAS1620GB black, TAS1640GB Snow White) is a slim, budget T DISC pod machine.

0.7 L

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At a glance

The Tassimo Finesse Classic Friendly (TAS1620GB black, TAS1640GB Snow White) is a slim, budget T DISC pod machine. It shares the Finesse body, 1400 W rating and 0.7 l tank with the Finesse Friendly, but has no IntensityBoost for a stronger coffee. It sets each drink automatically from the pod barcode, works with one button and has no milk frother. UK buyers praise how easy it is to use, the hot, tasty drinks and its small footprint. The main drawback is the small rear water tank, and a few buyers report pod or descaling hassles. It suits single users or couples who want quick, no-fuss pod drinks at a low price. Larger households, or anyone who wants adjustable strength, should look elsewhere in the Tassimo range. Long-term durability is not yet established.

Strengths

  • Very simple one-button operation with automatic barcode-based brewing settings.
  • Drinks described as hot and tasty, brewed quickly.
  • Narrow 157 mm-wide body that fits small worktops.
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  • Low-maintenance: self-rinsing, Service T DISC descaling, adjustable cup stand.
  • Seen by buyers as good value and well built; Bosch states recycled plastic content and an A+ energy rating.

Things to consider

  • Small 0.7 l tank at the back that needs frequent refilling and is awkward to refit.
  • No IntensityBoost, unlike the otherwise similar Finesse Friendly.
  • No steam wand or frother; tied to Tassimo T DISC pods.
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  • Some buyers report pod reliability, descaling or noise issues, and there is little long-term evidence yet.
  • Limited UK availability: mainly Amazon and marketplace sellers.
Who is it for, and who is it not for?

Good for

  • Single users or couples who want quick pod coffee, tea or hot chocolate with no fuss.
  • Small kitchens, flats or offices with limited worktop space.
  • Buyers who want a low-cost way into the Tassimo pod range.

May not suit

  • Households making many drinks in a row, because of the small tank.
  • Anyone who wants adjustable coffee strength (IntensityBoost) or fresh milk frothing.

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Before you buy

Good to know

What the features mean in everyday use.

Identity

The machine sold in the UK as Tassimo by Bosch Finesse Classic Friendly carries model and part number TAS1620GB. It is a black T DISC pod machine with a 0.7 l tank. The Snow White version on the same listing is TAS1640GB.

Technical fact · See source

No IntensityBoost

Bosch's TAS16x GB/CH manual lists the 'finesse classic friendly' among appliances without IntensityBoost. The Finesse and Finesse Friendly have the 3-second boost for a stronger coffee; this model does not.

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Small water tank

The 0.7 l tank is the main complaint. One reviewer says it makes about three regular coffees per fill, and others call it too small or awkward at the rear. On Finesse family pages, users and Expert Reviews also say the rear tank is awkward to refit and can't be topped up in place, although one Amazon buyer fills it with a jug without removing it.

User experience · See source

UK availability

The model appears to be sold mainly through Amazon UK (sold by Amazon, both colours), plus marketplace sellers on eBay. Argos, Currys, John Lewis, the Tassimo UK shop and Bosch UK list other Finesse models but not TAS1620GB.

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Small water tank

The 0.7 l tank is the main complaint. One reviewer says it makes about three regular coffees per fill, and others call it too small or awkward at the rear. On Finesse family pages, users and Expert Reviews also say the rear tank is awkward to refit and can't be topped up in place, although one Amazon buyer fills it with a jug without removing it.

User experience · See source

UK availability

The model appears to be sold mainly through Amazon UK (sold by Amazon, both colours), plus marketplace sellers on eBay. Argos, Currys, John Lewis, the Tassimo UK shop and Bosch UK list other Finesse models but not TAS1620GB.

Inference from the sources · See source

User experience

What do reviews say?

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Summarised from the 31 reviews we read. A review can mention several points, so the theme counts can add up to more than 31.

Store ratings

Amazon

308 ratings

31 reviews read

4.5 / 5

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UK buyers describe this as a simple, compact pod machine: drop in a T DISC, press one button and get a hot, tasty coffee or hot chocolate quickly. Owners replacing older Tassimos say it is slimmer and makes drinks quicker and hotter. Many say it fits small worktops, is easy to keep clean and is good value; several find it well built. The main drawback is the small water tank at the back, which needs refilling after a few drinks. A few buyers report problems: one found it unreliable with pods, one found descaling long-winded, and one noted a little noise. Feedback is mostly positive and covers only a few months of use.

What buyers like

  • Very easy to use and set up – pod in, cup under, one button17 reviews
  • Drinks taste good and come out hot and quickly13 reviews
  • Compact and slim, fits a small kitchen worktop10 reviews
  • Good value for money9 reviews
  • Easy to clean / cleans itself after each drink7 reviews
  • Feels well made, sturdy and durable5 reviews

Common complaints

  • Water tank too small or awkward – frequent refills3 reviews
  • Unreliable with pods / pod-holding mechanism1 review
  • Descaling seen as a chore1 review
  • Makes a little noise1 review
How was this summary made?

Summarised from 31 reviews. The summary is drawn from opinions that recur in the reviews read; each theme shows how many reviews mention it. These counts are not a rate and do not apply to every unit.

Amazon UK Black and White pages show the same pooled reviews. Counted 31 unique texts: 8 full UK reviews (author+date+text) and 23 review-highlight excerpts not matching those 8 (no author/date; a few may be parts of one review). Excluded 1 Australian and 1 undated photo review. All-reviews/critical pages returned 404.

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  1. S*** 5/5 24 October 2026 Amazon Colour Name: Black

    Great machine, so simple! Kenco Americano XL are all I use in it nowadays, prefect for a hot tasty cup of black coffee to start my day off right! 👍🏼

  2. A*** 5/5 17 October 2026 Amazon Colour Name: Black

    I’m really happy with this coffee machine. It has a lovely compact design that fits neatly on my kitchen worktop without taking up too much space. It brews coffee quickly and it feels well made and easy to use. Great for enjoying a quick, tasty coffee at home without any fuss. Very happy with my purchase!

  3. A*** J*** 5/5 20 September 2026 Amazon Colour Name: Black

    Easy to use and setup great product

  4. D*** 5/5 31 August 2026 Amazon Colour Name: White

    Love Tassimo. Leak free coffee pods don’t need any draining just pop them straight in the bin. Tastes great too really nice rich coffee. Great aroma and even better thick crema. Nice and hot but good not boiling or too cool. … Definitely not as noisy as others.

  5. b*** l*** 5/5 30 August 2026 Amazon Colour Name: White

    Really pleased with this Tassimo. It’s so easy to use, heats up quickly and makes a lovely cup of coffee with hardly any fuss. There’s a great choice of pods too, so it’s easy to have something different whenever you fancy it.

  6. N*** L*** 5/5 10 August 2026 Amazon Colour Name: Black

    Great little machine! I must say i was skeptical when i saw this on amazon but after reading the reviews i thought i’d give it a go. It didn’t disappoint. Easy to operate, no fancy equipment to clean and capsules are easy to buy everywhere for it. Coffee is great and makes a full cup without adjusting. Super happy here!

  7. c*** 4/5 29 June 2026 Amazon Colour Name: White

    I’ve been really pleased with this Tassimo by Bosch Finesse coffee machine. It’s compact, looks smart on the kitchen worktop, and is incredibly easy to use. … The only downside I’ve found is the size of the water tank. It only makes around three regular coffees before it needs refilling, so if you have a few people wanting drinks, you’ll be topping it up quite often.

  8. Customer No rating No date Amazon Excerpt quoted in Amazon's review highlights; full review not visible

    This is a very unreliable machine. I think the problem is to do with the pods and the mechanism that holds them....

  9. Customer No rating No date Amazon Excerpt quoted in Amazon's review highlights; full review not visible

    Great item and coffee good Then suddenly it needs de scaling , so have to buy tablets, not dun yet but seems very long winded ,...

  10. Customer No rating No date Amazon Excerpt quoted in Amazon's review highlights

    Great machine, nice and easy to use bad point is the water tank isn't very big so keep having to fill it up

  11. Customer No rating No date Amazon Excerpt quoted in Amazon's review highlights

    It’s a quality item, bought to replace an older model as it is sturdy, compact & has proven pedigree, But..the water tank?...

  12. Customer No rating No date Amazon Excerpt quoted in Amazon's review highlights

    Nicely packed. Easy to use. Nice clean design. Makes a little noise but worth the end product. Firs nicely on the work surface.eaay clean.

  13. Customer No rating No date Amazon Excerpt quoted in Amazon's review highlights

    ...good quality value for money and appears to be a very nice and it’s very compact and easy to use, but sadly it’s not for me.

  14. Customer No rating No date Amazon Excerpt quoted in Amazon's review highlights

    Great value, good little machine, it is easiest to fill the water compartment, using a jug, without removing it completely from the machine.

  15. Customer No rating No date Amazon Excerpt quoted in Amazon's review highlights

    ...Machine replacing alot older model, coffee comes out quicker and hotter. Much thinner than original machine.

  16. Customer No rating No date Amazon Excerpt quoted in Amazon's review highlights

    ...Now No 4 still makes great coffee (flat white my personal preference) but this is the first machine to have the water tank at the rear and it’s...

  17. Customer No rating No date Amazon Excerpt quoted in Amazon's review highlights

    Works great and feels really well built. Very happy with my purchase

  18. Customer No rating No date Amazon Excerpt quoted in Amazon's review highlights

    Good little coffee machine value for money easy to use and clean makes great tasting strong coffee quickly and is ideal for small kitchen with less...

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What it has

Specifications

Technical information with its source.

Model number
TAS1620GB (black); TAS1640GB (Snow White) Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Drink system
TASSIMO T DISC pods with INTELLIBREW barcode reading (water amount, temperature and brewing time set automatically) Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
IntensityBoost
Not available (Bosch manual lists the finesse classic friendly under appliances without IntensityBoost) Technical fact · media3.bosch-home.com
Operation
OneTouch single-button operation; fully automatic Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
Power
1400 W Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Voltage (as listed)
220 V Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Water tank capacity
0.7 l Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Dimensions (H x W x D)
265 x 157 x 366 mm Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
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Weight
2.1 kg Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Drink choice
Up to 50 drinks from brands such as Costa, Cadbury, L'OR and Kenco Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
Special features
Auto clean function, auto shut-off, INTELLIBREW technology, single cup brew Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Cleaning and descaling
Automatic descaling and cleaning with the included Service T DISC Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
Cup stand
Height-adjustable and fully removable Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
Recycled plastic content (black)
58% of the plastic (excluding food contact materials); packaging 94% recycled materials % Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
Recycled plastic content (Snow White)
37% of the plastic; packaging 94% recycled materials % Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
Energy rating
A+ (based on Swiss energy label and DIN EN 60661) Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
Controls
Buttons Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Housing material
Plastic Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Colours
Black (TAS1620GB), Snow White (TAS1640GB) Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
In the box
Machine, drip tray, removable water tank, product manual Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Country of origin
Poland Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Warranty
2-year manufacturer warranty Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
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Power
1400 W Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Voltage (as listed)
220 V Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Water tank capacity
0.7 l Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Dimensions (H x W x D)
265 x 157 x 366 mm Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Weight
2.1 kg Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Drink choice
Up to 50 drinks from brands such as Costa, Cadbury, L'OR and Kenco Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
Special features
Auto clean function, auto shut-off, INTELLIBREW technology, single cup brew Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Cleaning and descaling
Automatic descaling and cleaning with the included Service T DISC Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
Cup stand
Height-adjustable and fully removable Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
Recycled plastic content (black)
58% of the plastic (excluding food contact materials); packaging 94% recycled materials % Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
Recycled plastic content (Snow White)
37% of the plastic; packaging 94% recycled materials % Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
Energy rating
A+ (based on Swiss energy label and DIN EN 60661) Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk
Controls
Buttons Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Housing material
Plastic Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Colours
Black (TAS1620GB), Snow White (TAS1640GB) Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
In the box
Machine, drip tray, removable water tank, product manual Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Country of origin
Poland Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
Warranty
2-year manufacturer warranty Manufacturer's claim · amazon.co.uk

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