Identity
TAS162EGB is the black (recycled black) Tassimo Finesse Friendly, GTIN 4242005441242. The red version is TAS163EGB and the cream version is TAS167PGB.
BoschPod coffee machines · TAS162EGB
Bosch Tassimo Finesse Friendly
TAS162EGB
The Bosch Tassimo Finesse Friendly (TAS162EGB) is a small, simple pod machine for Tassimo T DISCs.
0.7 L3.3 bar
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At a glance
The Bosch Tassimo Finesse Friendly (TAS162EGB) is a small, simple pod machine for Tassimo T DISCs. It reads each disc's barcode to set the brew and has an IntensityBoost button for a stronger coffee. Owners praise how easy and quick it is and how little worktop space it takes, and many feel it is good value when discounted. The clear weak point is the small 0.7 l tank at the back, which owners repeatedly find too small and fiddly to remove, fill and refit. There is no milk frother or hot-water-only option, and pod costs, especially for milk drinks, add up over time. UK prices vary greatly between retailers. It suits light coffee drinkers who want one-button convenience in a small kitchen. Long-term reliability has not been independently confirmed.
Strengths
- Very simple one-button operation that buyers repeatedly call easy to set up and use.
- Compact (265 x 157 x 366 mm, about 2.1 kg), suited to small worktops.
- IntensityBoost and adjustable strength for a stronger cup from the same pod.
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- Low-effort upkeep: T DISC cleaning and descaling programmes, a descale indicator and dishwasher-safe parts.
- Widely seen as good value, with a 2-year guarantee.
Things to consider
- Small 0.7 l tank at the back needs frequent refilling and is often called fiddly to refit.
- No milk frother or hot-water-only function; milky drinks need extra milk discs.
- Locked to Tassimo T DISCs, whose cost can outweigh the cheap machine price.
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- Some buyers were disappointed with drink quality; isolated leak and instruction complaints.
- No independent reliability data available.
Who is it for, and who is it not for?
Good for
- Households drinking a few cups a day who want quick, consistent pod drinks with minimal fuss.
- Small kitchens or offices with limited worktop space.
- Buyers wanting variety (coffee, tea, hot chocolate) from branded T DISCs.
May not suit
- Heavy coffee drinkers or busy households, because of the small, awkward rear tank.
- Anyone wanting to froth fresh milk or dispense plain hot water.
- Those wanting the lowest cost per cup, since pod prices add up.
Before you buy
Good to know
What the features mean in everyday use.
Size and capacity
Compact, light machine: 265 x 157 x 366 mm and about 2.1 kg, rated at 1400 W, with a 0.7 l water tank.
Drink strength
IntensityBoost: holding the button for 3 seconds makes a stronger coffee from the same pod. Drink strength is customisable.
Manufacturer's claim · See source
Pods
Uses Tassimo T DISCs only. Intellibrew reads each disc's barcode to set the brew. Bosch quotes up to 50 drinks from brands including L'OR, Kenco and Costa. Drinks are ready without a heat-up phase.
Manufacturer's claim · See source
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Milk
There is no steam wand or milk frother. Milky drinks rely on separate milk T DISCs.
Technical fact · See source
Maintenance
Cleaning and descaling run as programmes using a T DISC, with a descaling indicator. The outlet, piercing unit, cup stand and disc holder are dishwasher-safe. No water filter is included.
Ease of use
Buyers on Argos and Amazon UK often describe the machine as simple to set up and use.
Footprint
Reviewers like the small, slim footprint for limited worktop space.
Value
Many buyers see it as good value, especially when bought on discount.
Coffee
Several reviewers praise the IntensityBoost button and say drinks come out hot and quickly. Some say it is better than their previous Tassimo.
User experience · See source
Water tank
The rear-mounted 0.7 l tank is the most common complaint. Reviewers on Amazon UK and the Tassimo UK shop say it is small, needs frequent refilling and is awkward to remove, fill and refit. TechRadar also lists the small tank as a con.
Disappointed buyers
A minority of Argos reviewers were disappointed. One found the drinks not nice and the machine poor value; another said it was not as expected. One satisfied buyer found some servings small.
User experience · See source
Running costs
TechRadar rated it 4/5: compact, light and very easy to use. It warned that T DISC costs can offset the low machine price, particularly for milk drinks that need two discs.
User experience · See source
Independent testing
Which? has tested the TAS162EGB and highlights the hold-to-intensify button and one-touch dispensing. Its score and verdict are paywalled.
User experience · See source
Hot water
An Argos Q&A answer states there is no hot-water-only option, and that Costa capsules (non-Tassimo) are not compatible.
User experience · See source
Guarantee
Comes with a 2-year manufacturer's guarantee.
Price spread
UK prices vary widely between retailers on the same day, from Amazon's discounted price to Currys' much higher full price, so shopping around matters.
Inference from the sources · See source
Durability
No independent reliability data was visible (the Which? data is paywalled). One Amazon buyer said a previous Tassimo lasted under two years but bought again, and one Tassimo-shop buyer returned a unit that leaked. Long-term durability is unconfirmed.
Inference from the sources · See source
Rating scope
The Amazon.co.uk rating pools the Black, Cream, Red and White colour options of the Finesse Friendly.
Technical fact · See source
Applies to the model family
Leak and usability gripes
Isolated complaints on the Tassimo UK shop: one machine leaked from the bottom and was returned for a refund. One owner found the pictogram instructions hard to understand. One doubted the 'Intense' function, saying it just pushes more water through the pod.
User experience · See source
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Drink strength
IntensityBoost: holding the button for 3 seconds makes a stronger coffee from the same pod. Drink strength is customisable.
Manufacturer's claim · See source
Pods
Uses Tassimo T DISCs only. Intellibrew reads each disc's barcode to set the brew. Bosch quotes up to 50 drinks from brands including L'OR, Kenco and Costa. Drinks are ready without a heat-up phase.
Manufacturer's claim · See source
Milk
There is no steam wand or milk frother. Milky drinks rely on separate milk T DISCs.
Technical fact · See source
Maintenance
Cleaning and descaling run as programmes using a T DISC, with a descaling indicator. The outlet, piercing unit, cup stand and disc holder are dishwasher-safe. No water filter is included.
Ease of use
Buyers on Argos and Amazon UK often describe the machine as simple to set up and use.
Footprint
Reviewers like the small, slim footprint for limited worktop space.
Value
Many buyers see it as good value, especially when bought on discount.
Coffee
Several reviewers praise the IntensityBoost button and say drinks come out hot and quickly. Some say it is better than their previous Tassimo.
User experience · See source
Water tank
The rear-mounted 0.7 l tank is the most common complaint. Reviewers on Amazon UK and the Tassimo UK shop say it is small, needs frequent refilling and is awkward to remove, fill and refit. TechRadar also lists the small tank as a con.
Disappointed buyers
A minority of Argos reviewers were disappointed. One found the drinks not nice and the machine poor value; another said it was not as expected. One satisfied buyer found some servings small.
User experience · See source
Running costs
TechRadar rated it 4/5: compact, light and very easy to use. It warned that T DISC costs can offset the low machine price, particularly for milk drinks that need two discs.
User experience · See source
Independent testing
Which? has tested the TAS162EGB and highlights the hold-to-intensify button and one-touch dispensing. Its score and verdict are paywalled.
User experience · See source
Hot water
An Argos Q&A answer states there is no hot-water-only option, and that Costa capsules (non-Tassimo) are not compatible.
User experience · See source
Guarantee
Comes with a 2-year manufacturer's guarantee.
Price spread
UK prices vary widely between retailers on the same day, from Amazon's discounted price to Currys' much higher full price, so shopping around matters.
Inference from the sources · See source
Durability
No independent reliability data was visible (the Which? data is paywalled). One Amazon buyer said a previous Tassimo lasted under two years but bought again, and one Tassimo-shop buyer returned a unit that leaked. Long-term durability is unconfirmed.
Inference from the sources · See source
Rating scope
The Amazon.co.uk rating pools the Black, Cream, Red and White colour options of the Finesse Friendly.
Technical fact · See source
Applies to the model family
Leak and usability gripes
Isolated complaints on the Tassimo UK shop: one machine leaked from the bottom and was returned for a refund. One owner found the pictogram instructions hard to understand. One doubted the 'Intense' function, saying it just pushes more water through the pod.
User experience · See source
User experience
What do reviews say?
See the common points first, then read the original reviews yourself.
Summarised from the 26 reviews we read. A review can mention several points, so the theme counts can add up to more than 26.
Owners commonly appreciate the compact footprint and straightforward operation, particularly for everyday drinks in smaller kitchens. Positive comments also mention easy cleaning, a useful choice of drinks and hot results. Experiences with the water tank differ: some find refilling easy, while another finds access and refitting awkward and the mechanism stiff. Other reservations include a less sturdy feel than an older machine, small servings and dissatisfaction with drink taste and value.
What buyers like
- Straightforward operation makes everyday use convenient.8 reviews
- The compact footprint suits kitchens with limited worktop space.8 reviews
- Cleaning or routine maintenance is easy.3 reviews
- Owners appreciate the choice of drinks available.3 reviews
- Drinks come out pleasantly hot.1 review
Common complaints
- The mechanism is stiff and the water reservoir awkward to access and refit.1 review
- The machine feels less sturdy than a previous model.1 review
- Some servings are smaller than desired.1 review
- Drink taste disappoints and the machine is considered poor value.1 review
How was this summary made?
Summarised from 26 reviews; 1 reviews about delivery, packaging or the seller were left out. 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.
Parsed and deduplicated by author+date+text: 16 Currys/Feefo texts and 10 Argos texts, including two one-star reviews; five Currys rating-only entries excluded. One gift-centred text and one Argos text describing brown were excluded from themes. Amazon supplied no texts. Samples fell below the target; totals were not added because scopes and syndication differ.
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I*** 4/5 23 October 2026 Currys Recycled black
Got this coffee machine at a really good offer price. It’s less sturdy than our previous model of same make but hoping for the price it will last as long. It’s neat in shape so doesn’t take up much room on worktop and very easy to use for super tasting tassimo Colombian coffee!
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C*** 2/5 8 July 2026 Currys Recycled black
Stiff to operate and reservoir difficult for access and tricky to fit. Nowhere as good as Krupps Pixie
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L*** n*** d*** 3*** -*** 4*** 1/5 20 March 2026 Argos Listed under black; individual colour not confirmed
It’s back in the box on top of my cupboard, would never recommend that his item. Drinks arnt nice, overpriced, and such a waste of money for the whole thing
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E*** 1/5 22 March 2026 Argos Listed under black; individual colour not confirmed
I bought this 1 month ago but is not how as I expected. Not recommended
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C*** 5/5 7 September 2026 Argos Listed under black; individual colour not confirmed
Glad it bought this very efficient although some servings are a bit on the small side pleased with it
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M*** 5/5 23 December 2025 Currys Recycled black
Love this coffer machine. I use it every day! It's small, smart looking and works perfectly. Easy to refill with water and to clean. Would highly recommend as good value for money.
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D*** 5/5 3 June 2026 Currys Cream
It's a fantastic coffee machine easy to use and coffee at the click of a button the compact size is a bonus. There is a reasonable size water container and the hole unit is easy to maintain.
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D*** 5/5 24 January 2026 Currys Cream
Great small coffee machine and every drink comes out really hot! Much better than my last gusto coffee machine which came out lukewarm
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A*** 5/5 6 September 2026 Argos Listed under black; individual colour not confirmed
I brought a week ago, I use everyday, simple instructions and so easy to use. Great coffee machine for the price
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J*** 5/5 7 July 2026 Currys Recycled black
Love being able to have a luxury coffee at home. I can choose what l fancy.Especially good as l have mobility problems so do not get out very often.
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Specifications
Technical information with its source.
- Appliance type
- TASSIMO FINESSE (T DISC pod machine) Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Connection rating
- 1400 W Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Water tank capacity
- 0.7 l Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Dimensions (H x W x D)
- 265 x 157 x 366 mm Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Net weight
- 2.1 (Currys lists 2.2) kg Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Pressure
- 3.3 bar Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Beverage variety
- Caffè Crema, Cappuccino, Espresso, Coffee, Hot milk, Hot chocolate, Latte Macchiato, Tea Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Drink preparation
- Via T DISC; fully automatic single-button operation; customisable drink strength; drink personalisation; IntensityBoost Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
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- IntensityBoost
- Holding the button for 3 seconds gives a more intense coffee Manufacturer's claim · bosch-home.co.uk
- Pod recognition
- Intellibrew T DISC barcode scanning Manufacturer's claim · bosch-home.co.uk
- Drink range
- Up to 50 drinks from brands such as L'OR, Kenco and Costa (Currys: over 60 varieties) Manufacturer's claim · bosch-home.co.uk
- Preheating phase
- Directly ready for use (no heat-up time) Manufacturer's claim · bosch-home.co.uk
- Water filtration system
- Without (no free water filter) Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Stand-by / auto off
- Switches to stand-by directly after the brew cycle (auto shut-off) Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Cleaning and descaling
- Descaling programme and cleaning programme with T DISC; descaling indicator Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Dishwasher-safe parts
- Beverage outlet, T DISC piercing unit, cup stand, T DISC holder Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Milk frother / steam wand
- No (milk drinks use milk T DISCs) Technical fact · which.co.uk
- Adjustable cup stand
- Yes (espresso cups, mugs, glasses/travel mugs) Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Drip tray
- Yes, removable; anti-drip system Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Controls / display
- Buttons; LED indicators Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Material
- Plastic (60% recycled plastic) Manufacturer's claim · currys.co.uk
- Power cord length
- 0.9 m (Currys); 82 cm (Which?) Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Power cord storage
- Yes Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Boxed dimensions (H x W x D)
- 310 x 265 x 395 mm Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Boxed weight
- 2.8 kg Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Manufacturer's guarantee
- 2 years Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Country of origin
- Poland Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
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- Net weight
- 2.1 (Currys lists 2.2) kg Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Pressure
- 3.3 bar Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Beverage variety
- Caffè Crema, Cappuccino, Espresso, Coffee, Hot milk, Hot chocolate, Latte Macchiato, Tea Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Drink preparation
- Via T DISC; fully automatic single-button operation; customisable drink strength; drink personalisation; IntensityBoost Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- IntensityBoost
- Holding the button for 3 seconds gives a more intense coffee Manufacturer's claim · bosch-home.co.uk
- Pod recognition
- Intellibrew T DISC barcode scanning Manufacturer's claim · bosch-home.co.uk
- Drink range
- Up to 50 drinks from brands such as L'OR, Kenco and Costa (Currys: over 60 varieties) Manufacturer's claim · bosch-home.co.uk
- Preheating phase
- Directly ready for use (no heat-up time) Manufacturer's claim · bosch-home.co.uk
- Water filtration system
- Without (no free water filter) Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Stand-by / auto off
- Switches to stand-by directly after the brew cycle (auto shut-off) Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Cleaning and descaling
- Descaling programme and cleaning programme with T DISC; descaling indicator Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Dishwasher-safe parts
- Beverage outlet, T DISC piercing unit, cup stand, T DISC holder Technical fact · bosch-home.co.uk
- Milk frother / steam wand
- No (milk drinks use milk T DISCs) Technical fact · which.co.uk
- Adjustable cup stand
- Yes (espresso cups, mugs, glasses/travel mugs) Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Drip tray
- Yes, removable; anti-drip system Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Controls / display
- Buttons; LED indicators Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Material
- Plastic (60% recycled plastic) Manufacturer's claim · currys.co.uk
- Power cord length
- 0.9 m (Currys); 82 cm (Which?) Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Power cord storage
- Yes Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Boxed dimensions (H x W x D)
- 310 x 265 x 395 mm Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Boxed weight
- 2.8 kg Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Manufacturer's guarantee
- 2 years Technical fact · currys.co.uk
- Country of origin
- Poland Technical fact · amazon.co.uk
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Store (5)
- TASSIMO (TSS) by Bosch Finesse TAS162EGB Pod Coffee Machine - Black | Currys
- Argos: Tassimo by Bosch Finesse Friendly Pod Coffee Machine — Black
- Amazon.co.uk: Tassimo by Bosch Finesse Friendly TAS162EGB
- Hughes: Bosch TAS162EGB TASSIMO FINESSE Hot Drinks Machine — Black
- Currys: Tassimo by Bosch Finesse TAS162EGB Pod Coffee Machine — Black
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