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Key Features
- Automatic coffee machine with brushed aluminium front
- Uses whole coffee beans for fresh brewing
- 1350 Watt power, 19 Bar pump, 1.4 Litre water tank
- Integrated grinder and steam wand for milk frothing
- Thermoblock heating with adjustable coffee length and menu options
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- Smeg
- Model Number:
- BCC12BLMAU
- Pump Power:
- 19 Bar
- Water Tank Capacity (L):
- 1.4
- Hopper Capacity (g):
- 150
- Controls:
- Touch Screen
Coffee & Drinks
- Milk Frother:
- Stainless steel steam wand for perfect foam and milk drinks
- Includes Grinder:
- Yes
- Heating System:
- Thermoblock
Capacity
- Used Pod Capacity:
- 7
Power & Charging
- Power (W):
- 1350
Options
- Programs:
- White menu: Ristretto, Espresso, Coffee, Hot Water. Orange menu: Ristretto Light, Espresso Light, Long Coffee, Steam Function, Single Coffee Function, Adjustable coffee length, Adjustable height dispenser, Min/Max coffee dispenser level, Adjustable water
- Auto Shut Off:
- Yes (after 30 minutes of inactivity)
General Information
- Type:
- Automatic Coffee Machine
- Family:
- Bean To Cup
- Colour:
- Black
- Supplier Colour:
- Matte Black
- Materials:
- Brushed aluminium front panel
- Additional Features:
- Adjustable water hardness: light/medium/hard, Single Coffee Function
- What's In The Box:
- 1x Cleaning brush, 1x Steam wand cleaning needle, 1x Water hardness test strip & needle
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Coffee & Drinks
- Milk Frother:
- Stainless steel steam wand for perfect foam and milk drinks
- Includes Grinder:
- Yes
- Heating System:
- Thermoblock
Power & Charging
- Power (W):
- 1350
General Information
- Type:
- Automatic Coffee Machine
- Family:
- Bean To Cup
- Colour:
- Black
- Supplier Colour:
- Matte Black
- Materials:
- Brushed aluminium front panel
- Additional Features:
- Adjustable water hardness: light/medium/hard, Single Coffee Function
- What's In The Box:
- 1x Cleaning brush, 1x Steam wand cleaning needle, 1x Water hardness test strip & needle
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 336
- Product Depth (mm):
- 433
- Product Width (mm):
- 180
- Product Weight (kg):
- 8.4
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 433
- Box Width (mm):
- 180
- Box Depth (mm):
- 336
- Box Weight (kg):
- 11
Product Reviews of Smeg Bean To Cup Coffee Machine With Steam Wand Matte Black

Overall Rating Snapshot
4.8 out of 5 stars from 12 reviews
83% of users recommend this product
What customers say, summarised by AI
- Makes consistently great-tasting, fresh coffee from whole beans.
- Easy to use controls suit both beginners and coffee enthusiasts.
- Compact design fits well in small spaces, ideal for caravans or kitchens.
- Adjustable spout height accommodates both large and small cups.
- Steam wand enables milk frothing and hot chocolate preparation.
- Attractive appliance appearance enhances benchtop aesthetics.
Pros
SMEG Coffee Machine
Great machine, makes great coffee. easy to use and makes the best coffee ever!. We have been missing out and should have bought this years ago. Thanks so much for making this compact, well rounded machine. Has the separate steam wand so you can make hot chocolates and froth your milk separately too. Also like that you can adjust the height of the spout so you can put large or small cups under it. It's everything you want out of a coffee machine. Best part too is that it grinds the beans so no pods with added chemicals and waste. Just fresh beautiful coffee every morning.
Sarah Gillam
Confirmed purchase 24 May 2026
Published on 16 June 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Great Coffee, Great Design
Really happy with my Smeg Bean To Cup Coffee Machine. I was looking for something automatic and easy to use, but still wanted some control over my coffee. The steam wand has been fantastic as it lets me adjust the milk temperature exactly how I like it. The coffee tastes great, it’s simple to use, and it looks amazing on the bench. I’ve been using it every day and absolutely loving it so far. A great option if you want convenience without giving up that personal touch.
Kaushal Shah
Confirmed purchase 9 May 2026
Published on 3 June 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Great item!
Great coffee machine!
Mary
Confirmed purchase 26 March 2026
Published on 21 April 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Lou
Confirmed purchase 25 November 2025
Published on 6 March 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Impressive
Happy husband
Maureen
Confirmed purchase 27 January 2026
Published on 24 February 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Anonymous
Confirmed purchase 19 January 2026
Published on 11 February 2026
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Love this coffee machine
This is a very good product and is value for money
Kunal Gupta
Confirmed purchase 27 November 2025
Published on 24 December 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Exactly what I needed.
This compact great looking machine does exactly what I needed. Once I worked out the on/off button was on the side of the machine the directions made sense and now I can use easily. I wanted to be able to grind the beans automatically and froth manually and this machine does both and looks good at the same time.
Tracy
Confirmed purchase 16 October 2025
Published on 12 November 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Excellent coffee machine
Simple, delicious, fresh coffee in no time.
Anne
Confirmed purchase 11 August 2025
Published on 3 September 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
Great Compact Quality Coffee Machine.
We purposed the Smeg Bean to Cup coffee machine for ease of use and to fit in our caravan. It works well, quick to start up and a great quality coffee
Jaryd
Confirmed purchase 16 June 2025
Published on 9 July 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
This customer is a verified purchaser who may have received an incentive in return for providing an authentic review.
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At a glance
This compact automatic coffee machine suits households wanting fresh bean-to-cup coffee without a bulky setup. Its strengths are simple touch controls, a built-in grinder, fast thermoblock heating and manual milk frothing for café-style drinks. It is best for home use rather than high-volume entertaining, as the 1.4 L water tank and 150 g bean hopper are modest compared with larger premium machines.
What it’s great for
- Daily Bean-To-Cup Coffee
- Espresso Drinks
- Manual Milk Frothing
- Compact Kitchens
- Small Household Use
Where it works best
- Home Kitchen
- Apartment
- Small Benchtop
- Breakout Area
- Entertaining at Home
Who it’s for
- Home Coffee Drinker
- Espresso Lover
- Apartment Dweller
- Small Household
- Style-Conscious Buyer
Things to consider
It offers strong everyday versatility, but compared with larger premium automatic machines it has a smaller 1.4 L water tank, a 150 g bean hopper and manual rather than automatic milk texturing.
Ease of use score
9/10 - Touch controls, automatic bean-to-cup brewing and clear drink selection make daily operation straightforward.
Coffee variety suitability
8/10 - Strong for black coffee styles and manual milk-based drinks, though it offers less automation than machines with one-touch milk systems.
Office vs home fit
Best suited to home use or a small shared space rather than a busy office, due to its compact size and manual steam wand.
Cleaning convenience
8/10 - Automatic rinsing helps with routine maintenance, but the steam wand still requires manual cleaning after milk frothing.
Milk frothing performance
8/10 - The stainless steel steam wand gives good manual control for frothing milk, but it is less hands-off than automatic milk systems.
Key benefits
- Compact 18 cm Width: Fits neatly on smaller benchtops and in tighter kitchen spaces without dominating the bench.
- 8 Drink Functions: Gives you easy access to ristretto, espresso, coffee, long coffee, hot water and steam-based drinks from one machine.
- Stainless Steel Steam Wand: Lets you manually texture milk for cappuccinos and lattes with more control over froth style.
- Integrated Conical Burr Grinder: Grinds beans fresh for each cup to help preserve aroma and flavour.
- 150 g Bean Hopper: Holds enough coffee beans for multiple brews before needing a refill.
- 1.4 L Water Tank: Supports several coffees in a row before topping up, making it practical for daily household use.
- Thermoblock Heating System: Heats water on demand for quicker readiness between drinks.
- Adjustable Coffee Spout: Accommodates both espresso cups and larger mugs for more flexible everyday use.
Q: Does it make cappuccinos automatically or do you froth milk yourself
A: No. Smeg BCC12BLMAU brews the coffee automatically, but milk texturing is done with the stainless steel steam wand. That gives more control over froth and temperature, but it is not a one-touch milk system.
Q: Can this coffee machine use pre-ground coffee as well
A: This model is designed for whole beans, using its built-in conical burr grinder for each cup. A separate chute or setting for pre-ground coffee is not listed, so buyers wanting both formats may prefer a different machine style.
Q: Will the Smeg BCC12 fit on a narrow benchtop
A: Yes, in many smaller kitchens. Smeg BCC12BLMAU is 180mm wide, so it takes less bench width than many full-size bean-to-cup machines, though the 433mm depth still needs clear space from the wall to the front edge.
Q: How much coffee can the bean hopper hold
A: Smeg BCC12BLMAU has a 150g bean hopper. That is enough for multiple coffees before refilling, but it is a compact machine, so the hopper suits everyday home use better than constant back-to-back brewing for a crowd.
Q: Is the water tank large enough for daily home use
A: Yes. Smeg BCC12BLMAU has a 1.4L water tank, which suits several coffees in a row before refilling. It is a practical size for daily household use, but heavier entertaining will need more frequent top-ups than larger machines.
Q: Does this machine have a hot water function
A: Yes. Smeg BCC12BLMAU includes a hot water function alongside its coffee programs and steam mode. That is handy for tea or topping up an espresso into a longer drink, but milk frothing is still done separately with the wand.
Q: Is cleaning mostly automatic on the Smeg BCC12
A: Partly. Smeg BCC12BLMAU has an automatic rinsing system to handle routine flushes, which cuts down day-to-day effort. The steam wand still needs manual cleaning after milk frothing, so it is not a fully hands-off machine.



















