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ES701UK
The Ninja Luxe Café Pro Series ES701UK is a 3-in-1 espresso, filter and cold-brew machine.
ES701UK1650 W220 V
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The Ninja Luxe Café Pro Series ES701UK is a 3-in-1 espresso, filter and cold-brew machine. It has a built-in 25-setting burr grinder, a scale with grind guidance, a lever tamper and a hands-free frother with five presets. It suits people who want café-style drinks with less skill than a traditional espresso machine needs. Owners mostly praise the coffee, the ease of use and the drink range. The recurring complaints are a drip tray that fills quickly, grind guidance or dosing that can be inconsistent while dialling in, and occasional leaks that led to returns. Espresso enthusiasts may find the automation limiting. Over the Luxe Café Premier it adds more espresso styles, an extra froth preset and an integrated tamper. It is often discounted well below its list price. Long-term reliability is not yet established by independent data.
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What the features mean in everyday use.
The ES701UK is a 3-in-1 machine for espresso, filter coffee and cold brew. It has a built-in burr grinder with 25 settings, a built-in scale with Barista Assist grind guidance and an integrated lever tamper. The user still handles a portafilter.
Ninja lists 25 drink settings: 9 espresso styles, 4 coffee styles, 7 drink sizes and 5 froth presets, including cold foam.
UK retailer spec tables give 1,650 W, a 9-bar pump, thermoblock heating, a removable 2-litre tank, a 250 g bean hopper, an 11.56 kg weight and a 1.1 m power cord.
Compared with the Luxe Café Premier ES601UK, the Pro has more espresso styles (9 vs 4), a fifth froth preset (extra-thick), an integrated lever tamper instead of an assisted tamper and funnel, and an XL froth jug. The grinder, scale, three baskets and 1,650 W are shared.
Many store reviewers praise the coffee. Some compare it with café or barista drinks, and some say it beats previous machines.
Ease of set-up and day-to-day use is the most frequent positive point, especially among Currys reviewers.
Several owners say the drip tray fills quickly and needs frequent emptying, which they attribute partly to the steam-wand purge. One Argos reviewer calls the machine wasteful with water.
Some owners report inconsistent grind dosing or grind-size recommendations that swing between settings, which wastes several cups while dialling in. One Amazon reviewer's grinder over-dosed until the unit was replaced. Expert Reviews also saw the grind setting jump by one step mid-process.
A small number of reviewers report water leaks, including an internal leak after about two weeks and leaking from the brew head. Each unit was returned.
Individual reviewers note that the cup tray vibrates so cups shift during brewing, that the machine cannot brew and steam at the same time, that it can be messy on the worktop, and that one milk jug handle broke after 10 days.
The hands-free frother is praised by several store reviewers. The Coffee Blog reviewer measured inconsistent auto milk temperatures (49–63.5 °C) on his unit, and one Argos reviewer wanted hotter milk.
Expert Reviews calls it easy to use, with good coffee and a vast drink range. It notes design quirks and limited control for espresso enthusiasts, and describes it as a 'dumbed-down' barista experience. Tech Advisor rates performance very good but says Barista Assist can overcompensate and the water tank is awkward.
Reviewers value the range of drinks, including filter coffee, hot water for tea and hot chocolate made with the frother.
On 27 October 2026 the major UK retailers listed it at £549–£579.99, well below the £699.99–£729.99 was-prices shown. Discounts appear to be frequent.
Ninja and Currys state a 2-year guarantee, with the second year subject to registration. Amazon's item details and Euronics word this as a 1-year warranty plus a further year on registration.
Some owners say it takes time and good beans to get the settings right, though others found it gave good coffee from the first drink on default settings.
UK retailer spec tables give 1,650 W, a 9-bar pump, thermoblock heating, a removable 2-litre tank, a 250 g bean hopper, an 11.56 kg weight and a 1.1 m power cord.
Compared with the Luxe Café Premier ES601UK, the Pro has more espresso styles (9 vs 4), a fifth froth preset (extra-thick), an integrated lever tamper instead of an assisted tamper and funnel, and an XL froth jug. The grinder, scale, three baskets and 1,650 W are shared.
Many store reviewers praise the coffee. Some compare it with café or barista drinks, and some say it beats previous machines.
Ease of set-up and day-to-day use is the most frequent positive point, especially among Currys reviewers.
Several owners say the drip tray fills quickly and needs frequent emptying, which they attribute partly to the steam-wand purge. One Argos reviewer calls the machine wasteful with water.
Some owners report inconsistent grind dosing or grind-size recommendations that swing between settings, which wastes several cups while dialling in. One Amazon reviewer's grinder over-dosed until the unit was replaced. Expert Reviews also saw the grind setting jump by one step mid-process.
A small number of reviewers report water leaks, including an internal leak after about two weeks and leaking from the brew head. Each unit was returned.
Individual reviewers note that the cup tray vibrates so cups shift during brewing, that the machine cannot brew and steam at the same time, that it can be messy on the worktop, and that one milk jug handle broke after 10 days.
The hands-free frother is praised by several store reviewers. The Coffee Blog reviewer measured inconsistent auto milk temperatures (49–63.5 °C) on his unit, and one Argos reviewer wanted hotter milk.
Expert Reviews calls it easy to use, with good coffee and a vast drink range. It notes design quirks and limited control for espresso enthusiasts, and describes it as a 'dumbed-down' barista experience. Tech Advisor rates performance very good but says Barista Assist can overcompensate and the water tank is awkward.
Reviewers value the range of drinks, including filter coffee, hot water for tea and hot chocolate made with the frother.
On 27 October 2026 the major UK retailers listed it at £549–£579.99, well below the £699.99–£729.99 was-prices shown. Discounts appear to be frequent.
Ninja and Currys state a 2-year guarantee, with the second year subject to registration. Amazon's item details and Euronics word this as a 1-year warranty plus a further year on registration.
Some owners say it takes time and good beans to get the settings right, though others found it gave good coffee from the first drink on default settings.
User experience
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Summarised from the 55 reviews we read. A review can mention several points, so the theme counts can add up to more than 55.
Owners mostly praise the coffee, often comparing it with café drinks. Ease of use, the build and the range of drinks (espresso, filter, cold brew, frothed milk, hot water) are the other common positives. Several buyers say it is expensive but worth it. The most common complaint is a drip tray that fills quickly, partly from the steam-wand purge. A smaller group report that the grinder doses inconsistently or that Barista Assist's grind suggestions swing between settings, wasting cups while dialling in. A few report water leaks that led to returns. Individual reviewers mention a cup tray that vibrates, no simultaneous brewing and steaming, milk that is not hot enough, and a broken jug handle. Expert testers agree it is easy and versatile but offers limited control for espresso enthusiasts.
Summarised from 55 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.
55 distinct text reviews: Amazon 8 (all UK reviews on /dp/), Argos 10 (newest; 1 suspect AI-text review left out of themes), Currys 37 (Feefo feed filtered to merchant 'currys', 2 pages, hand-tallied; 12 rating-only not counted). Very 0. ratings_total sums Amazon, Argos, Currys and Very totals; syndicated Ninja reviews may overlap. Mentions counted over 54 on-topic reviews.
22 original reviews can be listed on this page. The number of reviews analysed may differ.
E*** 5/5 24 October 2026 Amazon Silver
I'm very particular about my coffee and hate when it's over or under extracted and I found that difficult on other machines. This one produces perfect coffee every time and it's quite easy to use. … The machine has got automatic grind suggestions and if you follow the recommended adjustments don't be alarmed that it may take first 4 or so wasted cups of coffee as it can suggest 18 then 8, then back to 16 etc etc. …
M*** P*** 1/5 8 October 2026 Amazon Silver
Leaks, like just sitting there. Nothing to do with making a coffee. The grind auto thing is rubbish, don't use it. …
M*** 5/5 7 October 2026 Amazon Silver
Best coffee ever. The price justifies the coffee. Love this machine. One thing, you need a coffee mat underneath it to stop the mess on your kitchen surface.
A*** 2/5 9 August 2026 Amazon Silver
Well... it worked well for 2 weeks... well actually a bit less. Then started leaking water and using most of the tank of water to make just 3 lattes... …
b*** s*** l*** 5/5 1 August 2026 Amazon Silver
Brilliant coffee machine but needs time to get the hang of working it as it has a lot of different settings that have to be got just right but that is part of the enjoyment of having this type of coffee machine. …
W*** S*** 5/5 28 July 2026 Amazon Silver
So far really impressed, Came from a more expensive "barista" grade machine, and I have to say from the first drink with the default settings this machine makes a really good coffee if you use good quality beans. …
K*** 5/5 16 March 2026 Amazon Silver
Update* The replacement unit arrived very fast, maybe a day or two after I sent the faulty unit. The grinder seems to be working as designed now and grinds the correct amount. … Unfortunately, I have had many issues, primarily with the coffee grinder. …
C*** 3/5 14 October 2026 Argos
Does make great coffee. Is a little annoying that cant brew coffee and heat the milk simultaneously. … However the cup shelf/tray vibrates so much whilst brewing that the cup or mug will ALWAYS vibrate away from the direct pour of the coffee. …
V*** 2/5 16 October 2026 Argos
I have been using Ninja Luxe Café Pro Espresso Machine for the last couple of weeks. Whilst it has some nice features it is very wasteful concerning water. The drip tray is constantly full and needs to be emptied twice every morning when making 4 cups. … The best feature is the milk frother, this works very well with both cows milk and plant based. Would I recommend this machine: NO, it looks nicer than it delivers
G*** 4/5 15 October 2026 Argos
Really good bit of kit we only wish that there was a temperature gage to make the milk hotter
M*** 5/5 15 October 2026 Argos
Such a flexible coffee machine with an excellent build quality. Easy to use and delivers what you require in a simple process.
A*** 5/5 14 October 2026 Argos
It produces excellent coffee with minimal effort from all the family
H*** 5/5 13 October 2026 Argos
The only thing I have to say is why did it take me sooooo long to order this machine. I work for Starbucks and the machine lives up to every drink! …
B*** 5/5 12 October 2026 Argos
Unreal machine just like going to a barrista would reccomend highly
M*** 5/5 30 September 2026 Currys
This is so easy to use and the taste is fantastic! I love this machine
J*** 4/5 24 August 2026 Currys
On the whole, I am quite satisfied, but I have one issue with the machine. When I put in the double basket to brew an espresso and press start brew, nothing comes through, but if I press start brew a second time immediately after, it comes through. …
Customer 4/5 10 July 2026 Currys
My only negative with this machine is that the overflow tray needs emptying more often than I would expect. Otherwise I would recommend the Ninja Luxe Pro.
D*** H*** 3/5 22 June 2026 Currys
The machine itself, ease of use, features and simplicity make it a great purchase. That said, the handle for the milk jug completely broke off after 10 days, spilling hot milk everywhere. …
A*** 5/5 11 June 2026 Currys
After weeks of reviewing a host of products I settled on the Ninja E701 and haven't been disappointed. The options it offers are immense and the quality of the product is excellent. Most importantly, it makes an incredible coffee!
S*** 2/5 13 January 2026 Currys
…tray fills up really quickly with a tendency to overflow and getting the right coffee taste is quite difficult
S*** T*** 5/5 25 December 2025 Currys
…killer hot chocolate using milk frother. I tend to use it more for a classic filter coffee ☕️
B*** 1/5 23 December 2025 Currys
Had a really bad experience with this machine.firstly,it wouldnt grind the proper weight in coffee,i use the same beans and every time i made a coffee i had to constantly change the recommended grind size,and then there was the problem with the machine leaking water all over the worktop when i brewed a coffee.water seemed to leak from the brewhead when making coffee.overall a bad experience.i ended up taking it back …
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YouTube · Review
The Ninja Luxe Café Pro ES701 offers versatile beverage preparation, producing quality espresso, drip-style filter coffee, and both hot and cold textured milk. Notable upgrades over the previous model include an integrated assisted tamper, a dedicated hot water spout, and an insulated cool-touch steam wand. However, potential buyers should note that it consumes a large amount of water through purging and diverts heavily into the drip tray, and it lacks side handles for easy repositioning.
YouTube · Review
The presenter tests the Ninja Luxe Café Pro by preparing a wide range of hot, iced, and speciality drinks from its inspiration guide. While standard hot milk textures can be slightly inconsistent for drinks like flat whites, the cold-pressed espresso and cold foam functions produce outstanding results. Overall, it proves to be a versatile and convenient machine for varied café-style beverages at home.
YouTube · Review
The Ninja Luxe Café Pro is a highly versatile, beginner-friendly machine that combines espresso, drip coffee, cold brew, and automatic milk frothing in a single compact footprint. It simplifies coffee making with smart features like Barista Assist grind recommendations, an integrated tamper, and a self-purging steam wand. Although the drip tray requires frequent emptying and the portafilter fit is quite stiff, it is a convenient and cost-effective home alternative to coffee shop runs.
YouTube · Review
The Ninja Luxe Café Pro Series is an all-in-one coffee station offering a built-in grinder, assisted tamping lever, and hands-free milk frothing for a wide variety of drinks. While it delivers consistent, café-quality results and simple guided maintenance, it has a large worktop footprint, noisy operation, and a drip tray that fills up quickly. Overall, it is a well-thought-out machine suitable for beginners wanting versatile drinks at home without full manual complexity.
Video summaries and timestamps were taken from the videos with AI (Gemini); the video itself is the source.
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