Melitta Barista TS Smart vs WMF Perfection 680

Technical comparison · Bean-to-cup machines

In brief

Barista TS Smart is ahead on pre-ground bypass; beyond that the two differ in milk system, which is a design choice rather than a ranking. On the category's technical index, Barista TS Smart ranks #24 of 68, Perfection 680 #64.

Parameter
WMF Perfection 680 Perfection 680 WMF F2 · Intermediate
Identity
Launch year 2021
Use tier F3 — Advanced F2 — Intermediate
Price
Price (€) ~450–1000 € 879 €
Price updated on 09/2026 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 25.9 × 46.7 × 37.2 cm 25 × 41 × 37.1 cm
Weight (kg) 10.6 kg 9.3 kg
Power (W) 1450 W 1550 W
Voltage (V) 220 V 220 V
Category specs
Removable brew group Yes
Milk system Automatic milk tube Milk carafe
Dishwasher-safe milk system Yes
Integrated grinder Yes Yes
Integrated grinder burr type Conical Conical
Pre-ground bypass Yes No
Programmed drinks 21 21
User profiles 8 8
Bean hopper capacity (g) 270 g 250 g
App connectivity Yes

The differences that matter

  • Pre-ground bypass: Barista TS Smart yes, Perfection 680 no
  • Milk system: Barista TS Smart Automatic milk tube · Perfection 680 Milk carafe

Which one to choose

Choose Barista TS Smart if…

you value pre-ground bypass.

See the Barista TS Smart sheet →

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