Melitta Barista T Smart vs Siemens Home Appliances EQ300

Technical comparison · Bean-to-cup machines

In brief

Barista T Smart and EQ300 are not direct competitors: different use classes (F3 vs F1). EQ300 is the entry-level choice; Barista T Smart offers more capability in a higher class. Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
Identity
Use tier F3 — Advanced F1 — Entry
Price
Price (€) ~450–1000 € 439 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 25.9 × 46.7 × 37.2 cm 25.1 × 43.3 × 38.3 cm
Weight (kg) 10.4 kg 7.1 kg
Power (W) 1450 W 1300 W
Voltage (V) 220 V 220 V
Category specs
Removable brew group Yes Yes
Milk system Automatic milk tube
Dishwasher-safe milk system Yes Yes
Integrated grinder Yes Yes
Integrated grinder burr type Conical Ceramic
Pre-ground bypass Yes No
Programmed drinks 18 5
User profiles 4
Bean hopper capacity (g) 270 g 250 g
App connectivity Yes No

The differences that matter

  • Pre-ground bypass: Barista T Smart yes, EQ300 no
  • Integrated grinder burr type: Barista T Smart Conical · EQ300 Ceramic

Which one to choose

Choose Barista T Smart if…

you value pre-ground bypass.

See the Barista T Smart sheet →

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