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TAS1002GB
The Tassimo Happy TAS1002GB is Bosch's small, basic T DISC pod machine.
0.7 L3.3 bar
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The Tassimo Happy TAS1002GB is Bosch's small, basic T DISC pod machine. It has a 1400 W heater, a 0.7 l tank and single-button brewing, with barcode-read settings for each pod and no warm-up wait. Owners like its simplicity, small footprint and low running fuss. The trade-offs are a small tank, no milk frother (milk drinks use a second pod), branded pods only, and drinks some find small or not hot enough. It suits anyone who wants quick, no-skill coffee, tea or hot chocolate in a small kitchen. It is not for coffee enthusiasts or people who want large mugs without refilling. Bosch has discontinued it (also sold as TAS1002NGB), so new stock is scarce. The Happy Friendly TAS102EGB, which Bosch lists with the same power, tank and dimensions, is now the version sold at major UK retailers. Long-term durability evidence is limited to scattered owner reports.
Before you buy
What the features mean in everyday use.
Bosch UK lists TAS1002GB and TAS1002NGB with the same type, colour, power (1400 W), tank (0.7 l) and dimensions (265x175x305 mm). The only differences are the GTIN and a 0.1 kg difference in listed net weight, so they are effectively the same machine under two article codes.
Both Bosch UK pages (TAS1002GB and TAS1002NGB) say 'Product is no longer available'. Very lists TAS1002NGB as out of stock, Amazon's main listing shows no new buy box (used only), and the Currys product URL now redirects to a category page.
A compact 1400 W machine measuring 265 x 175 x 305 mm and weighing about 2.1–2.2 kg, with a small 0.7 l water tank.
Bosch says the machine uses IntelliBrew barcode reading to set water amount, temperature and brewing time for each T DISC, works with a single button and needs no heat-up time.
There is no milk frother and no water filter. Milk drinks come from milk T DISCs, which usually means two pods per drink, and only branded Tassimo pods fit.
The machine has a descaling indicator and descaling and cleaning programmes run with a T DISC. The beverage outlet, piercing unit, cup stand and T DISC holder are dishwasher-safe.
Ease of use is the most common point of praise in UK store reviews. Many reviewers are first-time pod users or replacing an older Tassimo.
Buyers often call it good value or a bargain, especially when it came with free pods in the starter bundle.
Reviewers like how little worktop space it takes.
A minority of reviewers find drinks small for a large mug, and a few say coffee or hot chocolate is not hot enough or cools quickly. Holding the button gives a larger volume.
Some users and the Real Homes reviewer note that the 0.7 l tank is small and needs frequent refilling.
A few store reviews report leaks or a unit that did not work and was returned. Other owners say older Tassimo units lasted many years. In a general Tassimo forum thread, leaks are linked to a worn piercing unit or a dirty barcode reader.
Applies to the model family
Real Homes rated it 4/5. The reviewer found coffee had a good crema but a muted aroma and fell short of coffee-shop taste. They also found the machine a little noisy and the instructions mostly pictorial, and said it suits all-rounders rather than coffee purists.
Bosch now sells the Tassimo Happy Friendly TAS102EGB at £29.99. Bosch lists the same 1400 W power, 0.7 l tank and dimensions, made from 57% recycled plastic. Argos sells this model under the plain 'Tassimo by Bosch Happy' name.
Applies to the model family
A Bosch-branded TAS1002 listing on Amazon.co.uk draws complaints that it arrives with a 2-pin EU plug and needs an adapter.
Applies to one variant
Which? tested the TAS1002GB (first reviewed October 2018) and describes it as a cheap and cheerful hot drinks maker. Its test score and Best Buy status are members-only.
A compact 1400 W machine measuring 265 x 175 x 305 mm and weighing about 2.1–2.2 kg, with a small 0.7 l water tank.
Bosch says the machine uses IntelliBrew barcode reading to set water amount, temperature and brewing time for each T DISC, works with a single button and needs no heat-up time.
There is no milk frother and no water filter. Milk drinks come from milk T DISCs, which usually means two pods per drink, and only branded Tassimo pods fit.
The machine has a descaling indicator and descaling and cleaning programmes run with a T DISC. The beverage outlet, piercing unit, cup stand and T DISC holder are dishwasher-safe.
Ease of use is the most common point of praise in UK store reviews. Many reviewers are first-time pod users or replacing an older Tassimo.
Buyers often call it good value or a bargain, especially when it came with free pods in the starter bundle.
Reviewers like how little worktop space it takes.
A minority of reviewers find drinks small for a large mug, and a few say coffee or hot chocolate is not hot enough or cools quickly. Holding the button gives a larger volume.
Some users and the Real Homes reviewer note that the 0.7 l tank is small and needs frequent refilling.
A few store reviews report leaks or a unit that did not work and was returned. Other owners say older Tassimo units lasted many years. In a general Tassimo forum thread, leaks are linked to a worn piercing unit or a dirty barcode reader.
Applies to the model family
Real Homes rated it 4/5. The reviewer found coffee had a good crema but a muted aroma and fell short of coffee-shop taste. They also found the machine a little noisy and the instructions mostly pictorial, and said it suits all-rounders rather than coffee purists.
Bosch now sells the Tassimo Happy Friendly TAS102EGB at £29.99. Bosch lists the same 1400 W power, 0.7 l tank and dimensions, made from 57% recycled plastic. Argos sells this model under the plain 'Tassimo by Bosch Happy' name.
Applies to the model family
A Bosch-branded TAS1002 listing on Amazon.co.uk draws complaints that it arrives with a 2-pin EU plug and needs an adapter.
Applies to one variant
Which? tested the TAS1002GB (first reviewed October 2018) and describes it as a cheap and cheerful hot drinks maker. Its test score and Best Buy status are members-only.
User experience
See the common points first, then read the original reviews yourself.
Summarised from the 91 reviews we read. A review can mention several points, so the theme counts can add up to more than 91.
Owners mostly praise how simple the Happy is: put in a pod, press one button, and the drink is ready with no wait. Many are replacing an older Tassimo or buying their first pod machine, and they like its small footprint and the value, especially when it came with free pods. Coffee and hot chocolate are generally liked, though a few find drinks bitter or say milk drinks taste slightly sweet. The main recurring complaints are drink size, since short drinks can be small for a large mug unless you hold the button for more, and the small water tank. A few reviewers say drinks are not hot enough or cool quickly. Isolated reviews report leaks or a unit that did not work. On the import Amazon listing, the main gripe is a 2-pin EU plug.
Summarised from 91 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.
91 unique text reviews: 75 from page 1 of the Currys Feefo feed for SKU 10182818 (75 non-empty review fields of 100; star-only entries excluded) and 16 UK reviews from two Amazon.co.uk listings. Argos' 10 reviews were excluded because that listing is now TAS102EGB. Theme counts are manual tallies. The Amazon AI summaries were checked against the sample.
19 original reviews can be listed on this page. The number of reviews analysed may differ.
R*** N*** 5/5 1 May 2024 Amazon
I purchased this one to replace one that was at least ten years old… The water holder is marginally smaller than my last one but that is not a problem… For a basic coffee machine you cannot beat a Tassimo.
M*** 5/5 4 August 2024 Amazon
Although the amount of coffee is dictated by the barcode on the pod, you can press the button again whilst it's serving to stop the process or hold the button in for a larger amount.
n*** 4/5 19 September 2023 Amazon
My only issue is the quality and size of the drinks, but that's not really the machines fault. Overall its a nice machine but I personally think the drinks are better quality in my other machine.
t*** 5/5 21 March 2020 Amazon
…my only gripe with any of these machines is the milk is always a tiny bit sweet… other than that (which I can tolerate) it's a great little machine!
S*** 5/5 8 February 2021 Amazon
The water tank is much smaller that in my previous machine and I like it much more… Very easily to clean.
K*** R*** 5/5 16 February 2019 Amazon
…the cup sizes aren't too big. I like a large mug and I found a way round it…
A*** C*** 5/5 28 December 2022 Amazon
As described and worked well although the water tank is very small.
S*** P*** 4/5 5 July 2024 Amazon
Our 3rd now and easy to use, if not a little difficult at times to get going…
p*** i*** 5/5 5 May 2023 Amazon
This has got to be the best coffee machine and the cheapest I have bought the coffee comes out piping hot easy to use and clean love it..
P*** 5/5 22 April 2026 Currys TAS1007GB Cream
Easy to use and wasn't expensive. Nice design and colour
S*** 5/5 12 December 2025 Currys TAS1007GB Cream
Love my Bosch Tassimo coffee machine it was a replacement for the one I had that gave up working, this one is much better
Customer 1/5 10 December 2025 Currys TAS1007GB Cream
Will be returning due to the machine not working
Customer 3/5 6 March 2025 Currys TAS1002GB7 Black bundle
Great but coffee not hot enough and chocolate even worse
Customer 3/5 2 March 2025 Currys TAS1002GB7 Black bundle
Tiny sized drinks & quite bitter taste
Customer 1/5 24 February 2025 Currys TAS1002GB7 Black bundle
2 identical items same fault. Leaking!
Customer 2/5 15 February 2025 Currys TAS1002GB7 Black bundle
Sorry just not able to use other than for the really tiny drinks so waste of money
Customer 4/5 1 February 2025 Currys TAS1002GB7 Black bundle
I think excellent value because of the coffee pods included. … The only slight negative is coffee doesn't stay hot for long. You have to drink straight away. But on overall I'm very happy with this purchase.
Customer 5/5 26 February 2025 Currys TAS1002GB7 Black bundle
Purchased as a replacement for the Bosch Vivy, Tassimo machine. An excellent choice for the replacement. Very pleased. …
Customer 4/5 1 March 2026 Currys TAS1007GB Cream
Easy and convenient
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4 videos · Timestamped summary
YouTube · Review
The Bosch Tassimo Happy is a compact, lightweight, and pocket-friendly pod coffee machine that prepares drinks in under two minutes with an adjustable cup stand. It offers an easy way to enjoy a wide variety of coffee shop-style drinks with recyclable pods and the option to manually extend brew volume. However, potential buyers should note that it operates quite loudly, has an extremely short power cable, and is limited exclusively to official Tassimo pods.
YouTube · Review
The Bosch Tassimo coffee machine is very simple to operate and features a generously sized water tank. It also includes convenient built-in storage for the cleaning disc at the base of the machine.
YouTube · In use
This video demonstrates the initial set-up and preparation of the Bosch Tassimo Happy coffee machine, including running a clean cycle with the service disc. It then guides the viewer step-by-step through brewing a Costa latte using dual pods.
YouTube · In use
This video demonstrates brewing a Costa Latte using a Bosch Tassimo pod coffee machine. It shows the two-pod process of first preparing the frothed milk and then dispensing the espresso. The resulting latte displays clearly defined layers with a frothy top.
Video summaries and timestamps were taken from the videos with AI (Gemini); the video itself is the source.
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