Jura S8 Piano Black vs Melitta Avanza

Technical comparison · Bean-to-cup machines

In brief

S8 Piano Black and Avanza are not direct competitors: different use classes (F3 vs F1). Avanza is the entry-level choice; S8 Piano Black offers more capability in a higher class. Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
Jura S8 Piano Black S8 Piano Black Jura F3 · Advanced
Melitta Avanza Avanza Melitta F1 · Entry
Identity
Use tier F3 — Advanced F1 — Entry
Price
Price (€) ~1000–2200 € 469 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 28 × 44.6 × 34.8 cm 20 × 46 × 35.3 cm
Weight (kg) 9.8 kg 8.1 kg
Power (W) 1450 W 1450 W
Voltage (V) 220 V 220 V
Category specs
Removable brew group Yes
Milk system Automatic milk tube Steam wand
Dishwasher-safe milk system No
Integrated grinder Yes Yes
Integrated grinder burr type Conical
Pre-ground bypass Yes No
Programmed drinks 27 1
Bean hopper capacity (g) 280 g 250 g
App connectivity Yes Yes

The differences that matter

  • Pre-ground bypass: S8 Piano Black yes, Avanza no
  • Milk system: S8 Piano Black Automatic milk tube · Avanza Steam wand

Which one to choose

Choose S8 Piano Black if…

you value pre-ground bypass.

See the S8 Piano Black sheet →

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