Sage Buying Guide
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- Interactive Comparisons: Select any models within each category to see side-by-side specifications
- 9 Categories Covered: Coffee machines, blenders, juicers, kettles, toasters, waffle makers, slow cookers, ovens/microwaves, and specialty appliances
- 30+ Sage Models: Complete range from £69.95 to £2,099.95 with honest pros and cons
- Expert Recommendations: "Best for" guidance helping match appliances to your needs
- 50+ Years Expertise: Advice from Art of Living, Surrey's trusted premium kitchenware specialist since 1972
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Coffee Machines
Sage coffee machines range from the compact Bambino Plus to the professional-grade Oracle series, all incorporating the "4 keys formula" used by café machines: precise dosing, stable temperature control, optimal pressure, and true microfoam milk texture. Key decision factors include whether you want automatic or manual operation, integrated grinder convenience, milk texturing automation, and how much counter space you can dedicate.
Quick Decision Guide
Best for Beginners: Bambino Plus (£399.95) - Compact, automatic milk, fast heat-up
Best for Enthusiasts: Barista Express/Pro (£629.95-£729.95) - Manual control, integrated grinder
Best for Convenience: Barista Touch Impress (£1,199.95) - Touchscreen, fully automated
Best for Professionals: Oracle Touch (£2,099.95) - Dual boilers, 58mm portafilter, automatic everything
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Bambino Plus
£399.95
Compact • Auto Milk • 3-sec heat-up • 54mm portafilter
Barista Express
£629.95
Integrated grinder • 16 grind settings • Manual milk • Thermocoil
Barista Express Impress
£729.95
Impress Puck System • Auto tamp • 25 grind settings • Manual milk
Barista Pro
£729.95
ThermoJet 3-sec • 30 grind settings • LCD display • Manual milk
Barista Touch
£1,049.95
Touchscreen • Auto milk • 30 grind settings • Customizable
Barista Touch Impress
£1,199.95
Impress Puck • Auto milk • Cold brew • Guidance system
Oracle Jet
£1,699.95
Auto grind/dose/tamp • 58mm portafilter • Barista Guidance • Auto Queue
Oracle Touch
£2,099.95
Dual boiler • 58mm portafilter • 45 grind settings • Full automation
Creatista Plus (Nespresso)
£499.95
Capsule system • Auto milk • 8 texture levels • 3-sec heat-up
Creatista Vertuo (Nespresso)
£649.95
Vertuo capsules • Auto MilQ • Manual steam • Barcode reading
Blenders
Sage blenders feature Kinetix blade technology that combines crushing, chopping, folding, and aerating actions for superior texture control. All three models are compatible with the Vac Q vacuum pump (sold separately) which removes air before blending for smoother green smoothies, creamier spreads, and richer flavors. The key differences lie in power output, capacity, speed settings, and noise reduction technology.
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Fresh & Furious
£199.95
1300W • 1.5L • 9 controls • Pre-programmed functions
The Q
£419.95
2400W • 2L • 5 speeds • 4 one-touch programs • Auto clean
The Super Q
£599.95
1520W • 2L jug + 700ml cup • 12 speeds • Noise suppression
Juicers
Sage offers both masticating (slow) and centrifugal (fast) juicers, plus a unique combination blender-juicer. Masticating juicers like the Big Squeeze extract juice through slow compression, maximizing nutrient retention and excelling with leafy greens. Centrifugal juicers like the Nutri Juicer models use high-speed spinning with Cold Spin Technology to minimize heat transfer whilst processing whole fruits quickly. The choice depends on whether you prioritize maximum nutrients and quietness (masticating) or speed and convenience (centrifugal).
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Big Squeeze
£419.95
Masticating • 240W • Ultra-quiet • Pre-mix • Quick Rinse
Nutri Juicer Cold Plus
£329.95
Centrifugal • 1200-1300W • 2L jug • 88mm chute • Cold Spin
Nutri Juicer Cold XL
£329.95
Centrifugal • 1500W • Noise reduction • Variable speed • 2L
3X Bluicer Pro
£389.95
Blender + Juicer • 1350W • 1.5L blend • 5 programs • Vac Q
Citrus Press Pro
£229.95
Citrus only • 110W • Quadra-Fin cone • Dual safety • Drip-stop
Kettles
Sage kettles range from straightforward boiling to sophisticated tea brewing systems. All feature the Soft Top lid design that gently releases steam to prevent splashback - a safety innovation typical of Sage's customer-feedback-driven design philosophy. The Smart Kettle and Tea Maker offer precise temperature control for different tea varieties and coffee brewing, whilst the Soft Top Luxe and Compact Glass focus on style, safety, and simplicity.
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Soft Top Luxe
£119.95
1.7L • Soft-open lid • Premium steel • Dual windows
Smart Kettle
£99.95
1.7L • 5 varietal settings • Keep warm • Temperature control
Compact Kettle Pure Glass
£69.95
1L • Duraglass • Compact • Soft-open lid • See-through
Tea Maker
£209.95
1.5L • Auto basket • 5 tea settings • Auto-start • 60min warm
Toasters
Sage toasters incorporate innovations directly from customer feedback: "A Bit More" buttons add extra browning without restarting the cycle, whilst "Lift & Look" lets you check progress without cancelling. Smart Toast models feature motorized lowering for gentler bread handling, whilst Toast Select Luxe offers preset programs for different bread types. All models include LED progress indicators so you know exactly where you are in the toasting cycle.
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Smart Toast 4 Slot
£179.95
4-slice • Motorized • Dual control • Die-cast • Extra-wide
A Bit More 4 Slice
£99.95
4-slice • Extra-long • LED progress • Crumpet/frozen
Smart Toast 2 Slice
£139.95
2-slice • Motorized • Extra-wide • LED • Compact
Toast Select Luxe 2 Slice
£119.95
2-slice • 6 bread presets • LED countdown • Premium finish
A Bit More 2 Slice
£79.95
2-slice • Extra-wide/deep • LED progress • Budget-friendly
Waffle Makers
Sage offers two waffle makers: the No-Mess with innovative moat technology and the Smart Waffle Pro with Waffle IQ intelligence. Both feature Thermal Pro Even Heat technology ensuring consistent browning without burnt edges or raw centers, plus PFOA-free non-stick coatings. The key difference is automation - Smart Waffle Pro calculates optimal cooking time based on batter type and desired browning, whilst No-Mess relies on your manual timing with browning control settings.
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No-Mess Waffle
£109.95
Circular • Moat catches batter • 7 browning settings • 900W
Smart Waffle Pro
£179.95
2-slice • Waffle IQ • LCD • 4 batter types • A Bit More button
Slow Cookers & Multi Cookers
Sage's cooking appliances move beyond basic slow cooking. The Risotto Plus specializes in stir-free risotto whilst handling rice, quinoa, steaming, and slow cooking. The Fast Slow Pro combines pressure cooking and slow cooking with intelligent automation, including hands-free steam release and dual sensors for precise temperature control. Both feature ceramic-coated cooking bowls (PFOA and PTFE-free) that double as serving dishes.
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Risotto Plus
£109.95
3.7L • Risotto specialist • Steam • Sear • Rice • Keep warm
Fast Slow Pro
£199.95
6L • Pressure + slow • Auto steam • 11 settings • Dual sensors
Ovens & Microwaves
Sage's countertop cooking appliances use Element IQ technology to intelligently distribute heat where and when it's needed. The Smart Oven Pro delivers 10 cooking functions including slow cook in a compact footprint, whilst the Combi Wave 3-in-1 combines air fryer, convection oven, and inverter microwave in a single appliance. Both feature thoughtful design elements like interior lighting, LCD displays, and premium construction that justify their countertop real estate.
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Smart Oven Pro
£249.95
21L • Element IQ • 10 functions • Convection • 2400W
Combi Wave 3-in-1
£399.95
32L • Air Fryer + Oven + Microwave • Fast Combi • Inverter
Quick Function Guide
Smart Oven Pro Functions: Toast (6 slices), Crumpet, Bake, Roast, Grill, Pizza, Cookies, Reheat, Warm, Slow Cook (up to 10 hours auto-switches to keep warm)
Combi Wave Functions: Air Fry, Convection Oven, Microwave, Grill, Fast Combi (combines convection/grill/microwave), Cook from Frozen, Smart Cook/Reheat/Defrost presets
Specialty Appliances
Sage's specialty range includes thoughtfully engineered appliances for specific tasks. From precision coffee grinding and ice cream making to cold smoking and bread baking, each appliance solves a particular culinary challenge with the same attention to detail found across the Sage range. These are tools for enthusiasts who take specific aspects of home cooking seriously.
Sage: The Smart Grinder Pro Stainless Steel
£209.95
Power: 165W
Grind Settings: 60 precise settings from finest espresso to coarsest French Press
Dosing IQ™: Programmable grind time in 0.2 second increments for perfect dosing
Versatility: Grinds directly into portafilter (50-54mm or 58mm cradles), airtight container, or filter basket
LCD Display: Shows grind setting, grind time, number of shots or cups selected
Construction: Stainless steel housing with stainless steel conical burrs
Warranty: 2 years
Best For: Coffee enthusiasts wanting precise grinding control, those with multiple brewing methods, anyone serious about coffee quality from bean to cup
Sage: The InFizz Fusion - Stainless Steel
£179.95
FusionCap™: Control CO2 release speed (fast or slow) depending on beverage type
Versatility: Carbonate juice, tea, cocktails, wine, soda - not just water
Construction: Brushed stainless steel body with die-cast lever
Features: Magnetic stainless steel drip tray, easy twist & lock system, ergonomic ring pull
Compatible: Standard screw type 60L CO2 canisters (not included)
Accessories: FusionCap, 1L bottle with stainless steel cap and base, cleaning brush, funnel & sieve
Warranty: 2 years
Best For: Those wanting to carbonate beverages beyond water, cocktail enthusiasts, anyone looking to reduce plastic bottle waste whilst experimenting with fizzy drinks
Sage: The Paradice 9 Food Processor Stainless Steel
£299.95
Motor: 650W heavy-duty induction motor with 30-year warranty
Paradice™ Kit: Large half grid and blade system for precise 12mm dicing
Storage Solution: Onboard storage caddy houses all attachments inside the bowl
Attachments: Reversible shredder (coarse/fine), adjustable slicer (15 levels), dough blade, S-blade, 12mm Paradice Kit
Feed Chute: 120mm wide 2-in-1 design for various shapes and sizes
Chef's Armoury: Colour-coded accessories for easy navigation
Construction: BPA-free impact-resistant bowl, stainless steel housing
Dimensions: 44.5 x 19.7 x 30 cm
Warranty: 2-year product + 30-year motor
Best For: Families needing versatile food processing, those prioritizing compact storage, precise dicing enthusiasts, consistent cutting for even cooking
Sage: The Smart Scoop Ice Cream Maker
£369.95
Power: 170-200W
Hardness Settings: 12 settings including sorbet, frozen yogurt, gelato, and ice cream
Pre-Cool Function: Cools mixture to optimal operating temperature before churning
Keep Cool: Maintains perfect temperature and churns for up to 3 hours until serving
Auto-Sensing: Automatically senses hardness based on your selection
Mix-In Feature: Beeps to alert when to add chocolate chips, fruit, or other flavours
Operation: Manual or automatic with 4 pre-programmed settings
Construction: Stainless steel housing, BPA-free materials
Sound Options: Alert beep, mute, or musical tune when ready
Accessories: Removable bowl, removable paddle, cleaning brush
Dimensions: 18.2 x 41.2 x 27.3 cm
Warranty: 2 years
Best For: Ice cream enthusiasts, families wanting fresh ingredients control, those making multiple frozen dessert types, anyone serious about homemade ice cream
Sage: The BBQ Press and Grill
£209.95
Power: 1510-1800W
Open BBQ Mode: 1500 cm² total grilling surface when opened flat
Independent Temperature Control: Separate electronic control for each plate
Reversible Ceramic Plates: Grill on one side, griddle on other - PTFE and PFOA free
One-Touch Presets: Panini, Burger, Sear functions
Adjustable Height Control: Lower settings for delicate foods, prevents toppings being pressed out
Adjustable Plate Tilt: Drains fats or creates perfectly flat eggs and pancakes
Waffle Plates: Compatible with optional ceramic waffle plates (sold separately)
Construction: Brushed stainless steel, removable dishwasher-safe plates
Dimensions: 35.1 x 37.5 x 21.5 cm
Warranty: 2 years
Best For: Versatility lovers, those wanting indoor BBQ capability, sandwich and panini enthusiasts, anyone cooking variety of foods requiring different temperatures
Sage: The Smoking Gun
£84.95
Cold Smoke System: Gentle smoke preserves delicate foods without cooking
Dual Speed Control: Gentle or intense smoke options
Removable Burn Chamber: Large opening for easy loading and cleaning
Silicon Smoke Tube: Precise aim, easy to connect, clean, and store
Integrated Base: Stable platform prevents tipping during use
Construction: Die-cast stainless steel burn chamber
Wood Chips Included: Hickory and Applewood samples (replacement packs available separately)
Accessories: Mesh filters (x2), AA batteries (x4), instruction book, recipe cards
Dimensions: 27 x 61 x 16.1 cm
Warranty: 2 years
Best For: Culinary experimenters, those wanting smokehouse flavours indoors, cocktail enthusiasts, anyone smoking delicate foods like cheese, butter, ice cream, or drinks
Sage: The Custom Loaf Pro Breadmaker
£249.95
Power: 830W
Automatic Fruit & Nut Dispenser: Adds ingredients at perfect time
Collapsible Kneading Blade: Mixes ingredients then folds before baking to allow dough expansion
Automatic Programs: 13 settings including gluten-free, yeast-free, crusty loaf, dough/pasta, jam
Custom Settings: 9 programmable slots to create and store personal recipes
Crust Colour: 3 options (light, medium, dark)
Smart LCD Display: Clear progress reading from dough to perfection
Power Interruption Protection: 60 minutes backup power if electricity cuts out
Construction: Stainless steel housing
Accessories: Collapsible paddle for bread & dough, fixed paddle for jam only
Dimensions: 41.7 x 24.4 x 33.8 cm
Warranty: 2 years
Best For: Bread enthusiasts wanting customization, those with dietary restrictions (gluten-free programs), families wanting fresh bread daily, anyone serious about artisan bread at home
Why Buy Sage from Art of Living?
We've specialized in premium kitchenware for over 50 years, with three Surrey locations in Reigate, Cobham, and Redhill where you can see and handle Sage appliances before purchasing.
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