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Overview
The Ninja Luxe Café Pro is the most versatile machine in this ranking. It is the only option that combines a built-in precision grinder, integrated scale, integrated tamper, 9 espresso styles, filter coffee, cold brew and a dual automatic milk frothing system in one machine. The Barista Assist technology guides you through grind size recommendations, automatic dosing by weight and filter recognition — making café-quality results achievable without barista expertise. 25 grind settings, 7 drink sizes, 5 foam presets and 1,650W of power make it the most feature-rich machine in the ranking.
Score Card
85/100
Espresso Quality
83/100
Built-in grinder with integrated scale and automatic tamper produce consistent espresso — Barista Assist guidance makes quality accessible
Grinder
88/100
25 grind settings with integrated scale dosing by weight — automatic filter recognition adjusts parameters without manual input
Milk Frothing
87/100
XL Dual Froth Pro simultaneously steams and whisks — 5 foam presets from steamed milk to extra-thick froth and cold froth
Ease of Use
86/100
Barista Assist guides grind size and dosing — digital display with progress bar makes the process intuitive for beginners
Build Quality
82/100
Solid stainless steel construction at 17.25kg — dishwasher-safe components and automatic cleaning cycles reduce maintenance burden
Value for Money
85/100
Replaces espresso machine, filter coffee maker and cold brew equipment — total value is strong for households that use all three functions
Pros
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3-in-1: espresso, filter coffee and cold brew
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Built-in grinder with 25 settings and integrated scale
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Integrated automatic tamper
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Barista Assist guidance for grind and dosing
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9 espresso styles including ristretto and cold pressed
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XL Dual Froth Pro with 5 foam presets
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Works with plant-based milks
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7 drink sizes from 175ml to 530ml
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2L water tank
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Dishwasher-safe components
Cons
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Largest and heaviest machine in the ranking — 17.25kg
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Proprietary portafilter — limited aftermarket accessories
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Premium price
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Learning curve for Barista Assist guidance system
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Significant counter space required (37x33cm footprint)
Who Is This For?
The Versatile Coffee Household that drinks espresso, filter coffee and wants cold brew capability in one machine
The Ninja Luxe Café Pro is for households with diverse coffee preferences — one person drinks espressos, another drinks filter coffee, someone else wants cold brew. It replaces three separate machines and guides every type of preparation with Barista Assist technology. The integrated tamper and scale make espresso quality achievable without barista training.
Not for: Those with limited counter space, or purists who want a dedicated espresso machine with commercial-grade components and upgrade potential
vs Others
Verdict
The Ninja Luxe Café Pro ES701 is the most versatile machine in this ranking. If your household drinks multiple types of coffee — espresso in the morning, filter coffee at the office, cold brew in the afternoon — and you want a single machine that does all three with guided assistance, there is no better option. The integrated tamper, scale, 25-grind precision and XL Dual Froth Pro milk system make it genuinely impressive for a Ninja product. The trade-off is size and weight — at 17.25kg and 37cm wide, it demands significant counter space. But for the right household, it is the most complete single coffee solution available.
Specs
Steam WandXL Dual Froth Pro automatic system — 5 foam presets, simultaneous steam and whisk, works with plant milks
Water Tank2L removable tank — 250g bean hopper with UV protection, 37.1x33.3x35.1cm, 17.25kg
Boiler Type1650W thermoblock — 3 temperature settings (60°C, 80°C, 95°C), cup warmer integrated on top
Portafilter SizeProprietary Ninja portafilter — single, double and Luxe filters included, automatic filter recognition
Pressure ControlAutomatic pressure optimisation per espresso style — 9 espresso styles from ristretto to americano
Temperature Control3 temperature levels (low, medium, high) adjustable per drink — Barista Assist recommends optimal setting