Andi HealeyWeb Manager

12 minute readLast Updated: 8 June 2026

A selection of Sage appliances including espresso machines, kettles and blenders on a kitchen counter

Sage Buying Guide

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Sage makes appliances that treat kitchen tasks as engineering problems worth solving properly, from espresso machines with dual boilers and auto-tamping to blenders that recognise which vessel you have fitted. This guide covers every Sage product we stock at Art of Living, organised by category, so you can compare models side by side and understand the differences that actually matter. Whether you are choosing between three espresso machines or deciding whether a masticating juicer is worth it over a centrifugal one, the answers are here.

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Overview

Sage designs appliances around specific problems in kitchen tasks, which is why models in the same category can differ significantly in what they actually do.

Quick decision guide

Best espresso machine for beginners: Bambino Plus (auto milk, compact)
Best integrated grinder machine: Barista Express Impress (auto tamp, pressure gauge)
Best fully automated espresso: Oracle Jet (auto grind, dose, tamp and milk)
Best filter coffee: Luxe Brewer Thermal (SCA Golden Cup certified)
Best blender: Super Q (1520W, personal cup, noise suppression)
Best juicer for nutrients: Big Squeeze (masticating, slow press)
Best kettle for tea drinkers: Smart Kettle (five temperature presets)

Coffee Machines

Sage coffee machines are built around precise dosing, stable temperature, correct pressure, and properly textured milk. Every model addresses all four, but the degree of automation differs significantly between them.

How to choose

No grinder needed, simple operation: Bambino or Bambino Plus
Grinder built in, happy to develop technique: Barista Express or Barista Pro
Auto tamping as well as a grinder: Barista Express Impress or Barista Touch Impress Cold Extraction
Full automation including milk: Oracle Jet or Oracle Dual Boiler
Nespresso capsules: Creatista Plus
Filter coffee: Luxe Brewer Thermal

Entry Level

Bambino

54mm portafilter • ThermoJet 3-sec heat-up • Manual steam wand • 1.4L tank • 19.5cm wide

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Bambino Plus

54mm portafilter • Auto MilQ steam wand • ThermoCoil 3-sec • 3 temp / 3 texture settings • 19.4cm wide

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Integrated Grinder Range

Barista Express

16 grind settings • Manual tamp • Thermocoil • Pressure gauge • Manual steam wand • 54mm portafilter

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Barista Express Impress

25 grind settings • Auto Impress tamp (10kg, 7°) • Auto Dose Correct • Pressure gauge • Manual steam wand • 54mm

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Barista Pro

30 grind settings • Manual tamp • ThermoJet 3-sec • LCD display • Manual steam wand • 54mm portafilter

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Barista Touch

30 grind settings • Manual tamp • ThermoJet 3-sec • Touchscreen • Auto milk (8 textures) • Save 8 recipes • 54mm

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Barista Touch Impress Cold Extraction

30 grind settings • Auto Impress tamp + Precision Measurement • Auto MilQ (dairy/oat/almond/soy) • Cold brew & cold espresso • 14 presets • 54mm

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Oracle Range

Oracle Jet

Auto grind, dose & tamp • 45 grind settings • Baratza burrs • 58mm portafilter • Auto MilQ (dairy/soy/almond/oat) • Barista Guidance • Cold brew & cold espresso • 14 presets

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Oracle Dual Boiler

Auto grind, dose & tamp • 45 grind settings • Stainless steel dual boiler • Auto Dial-In • 58mm portafilter • Auto MilQ • Wi-Fi (Sage+ app) • 16 presets • 5.7" touchscreen

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Capsule & Filter

Creatista Plus

Nespresso Original Line capsules • ThermoJet 3-sec • Auto steam wand • 8 texture levels • 11 milk temp settings • 6 pre-set drinks

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Luxe Brewer Thermal

SCA Golden Cup certified • 12-cup capacity • Dual-wall thermal carafe • Cold brew preset • Cone and flat bottom filters included • Programmable 24-hr timer

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Toasters

Every Sage toaster has extra-wide slots, an LED progress indicator, and an 'A Bit More' button. The differences are slice count, whether the auto-lowering mechanism is included, and how bread-type settings work.

A Bit More 2 Slice

2 slices • Extra-wide and deep slots • LED progress • Bagel, frozen, fruit bread, crumpet buttons • Front crumb tray

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A Bit More 4 Slice

4 slices • Extra-long slots • LED progress • Frozen, crumpet, fruit bread buttons • Front crumb tray

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Smart Toast 2 Slice

2 slices • Auto-lowering mechanism • Extra-wide slots • LED progress • Fruit loaf, crumpet, frozen buttons • Die-cast body

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Smart Toast 4 Slice

4 slices • Auto-lowering mechanism • Dual browning control • Extra-wide slots • LED progress per slot pair • Bagel, frozen buttons • Die-cast aluminium

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Toast Select Luxe 2 Slice

2 slices • 6 bread presets (white, brown, grain, fruit, rye, crumpet) • LED countdown timer • Extra-wide slots • Chrome accents

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Kettles

All three Sage kettles have a soft-opening lid that staggers steam release to prevent splashing, a 360-degree cordless base, and auto shut-off with boil-dry protection. The Smart Kettle adds precise temperature control for different tea types and coffee brewing.

Compact Kettle Pure Glass

1L • Duraglass (stain and cloud-resistant) • Soft-open lid • Illuminated power button • Cord storage wrap

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Soft Top Luxe

1.7L • Brushed stainless steel • Chrome accents • Soft-open lid • Full stainless steel handle • BPA-free • Cord storage wrap

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Smart Kettle

1.7L • 5 temperature presets (black, green, white, oolong tea, French press) • 30-min keep warm • Soft-open lid • Brushed stainless steel

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Blenders

All three Sage blenders use Kinetix blade technology and are compatible with the Vac Q vacuum pump (sold separately), which removes air before blending for smoother textures and brighter colour. The differences are motor power, capacity, speed settings, and whether a personal cup is included.

Fresh & Furious

1300W • 1.5L BPA-free Tritan jug • 5 speeds • 3 one-touch programs • Surgical-grade blades • Vac Q compatible

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The Q

1220W • 2L jug • 5 speeds • 4 one-touch programs • One-touch self-clean • 7-year warranty • Vac Q compatible

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The Super Q

1520W • 2L jug + 700ml personal cup • 12 speeds • 5 one-touch programs • Noise suppression • Vessel recognition • 10-year warranty • Vac Q compatible

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Juicers

The Nutri Juicer range uses Cold Spin Technology to minimise heat transfer at centrifugal speed. The Big Squeeze is a slow masticating juicer for maximum nutrient retention and quieter operation.

Nutri Juicer Cold

Centrifugal • 850W • 84mm feed chute • 2 speeds • 2L Seal and Store jug • Cold Spin Technology • Detachable invertible spout

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Nutri Juicer Cold Plus

Centrifugal • 1200-1300W • 88mm feed chute • 2 speeds • 2L Seal and Store jug • Cold Spin Technology • Space-saving pulp bin layout

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Nutri Juicer Cold XL

Centrifugal • 1500W • 88mm feed chute • Variable speed • 40% quieter setting • 2L Seal and Store jug • Cold Spin Technology • Titanium-reinforced disc

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Big Squeeze

Masticating (slow press) • 240W • Large feed chute (whole produce) • Ultra-quiet • Quick Rinse Technology • Pre-mix spout plug • 5-year motor warranty

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Specialist Appliances

Coffee & Drinks

Smart Grinder Pro

60 grind settings • 0.2-sec precision timing • 450g hopper • LCD display • 50-54mm and 58mm portafilter cradles • Stainless steel conical burrs

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InFizz Fusion

Carbonates juice, tea, cocktails, wine and soda • FusionCap fast/slow CO2 control • Standard 60L CO2 canisters • 1L bottle included • Brushed stainless steel

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Cooking

Risotto Plus

3.7L • Stir-free risotto • Rice, quinoa, steam, sauté, slow cook • Ceramic-coated bowl (PTFE and PFOA free) • Auto keep warm

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Fast Slow Go

6L • 14 shortcuts • Pressure cook, slow cook, sauté, steam, risotto, yoghurt, sous vide • Dual sensors • 3-way steam release • Dishwasher-safe steel bowl

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Smart Oven Air Fryer

22L • 10 functions incl. air fry • Element iQ • Super convection • PID temp control (50-230°C) • 2400W • Oven light • Air fry basket included

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Combi Wave 3-in-1

32L • Air fryer + convection oven + inverter microwave • Element iQ • 19 smart presets • Power Smoothing Inverter • Soft-close door • 50% quieter than standard microwaves

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Grilling

BBQ & Press Grill

1500cm² open surface • Reversible ceramic plates (griddle and waffle) • Independent temp control per plate • Panini, Burger, Sear presets • No-mess moat • Dishwasher-safe plates

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Smart Grill Pro

Integrated meat probe • 5 meat types with doneness settings • 2400W embedded elements • 260 sq in open surface • PFOA-free cast aluminium plates • Adjustable plate tilt and height

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Perfect Press

Crush Control hinge (gentle pressure) • Adjustable height for open melts • Floating lid • PFOA-free non-stick plates • Upright storage with locking clip • 1500W

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Baking & Desserts

No Mess Waffle Maker

1 waffle per cycle • Batter-catching moat • 7 browning settings • Thermal Pro even heat • PFOA-free non-stick • 900W

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Smart Waffle Pro

2 waffles per cycle • Waffle IQ auto-timing • 4 batter type presets • 12 browning settings • Deep cast aluminium plates • LCD display • 1000W

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Custom Loaf Breadmaker

250g-1.25kg loaf sizes • 13 auto programmes • 9 custom recipe slots • Auto mix-in dispenser • Collapsible kneading paddle • 60-min backup power • 24-hr timer

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Smart Scoop Ice Cream Maker

Built-in compressor (no pre-freezing) • 1L bowl • 12 hardness settings • Auto-sensing • 3-hr keep-cool • Pre-cool function • Sorbet, frozen yogurt, gelato, ice cream

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Accessories & Cleaning

Accessories

Knock Box 10

Holds 10 pucks • Removable knock bar • Anti-slip rubber base • Fits on Sage machine drip tray • Works with any portafilter

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Knock Box 20

Holds 20 pucks • Removable knock bar • Anti-slip rubber base • 16.4 x 16.2 x 16.2cm • Works with any portafilter

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Temp Control Milk Jug

480ml • Built-in thermometer strip (55-75°C) • Latte art spout • Brushed stainless steel • Hand wash only

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Dosing Funnel

54mm Sage portafilters only • Barista Touch, Pro and Express • Twist-on attachment • Fits in grinder cradle • Tamp with funnel attached

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Puck Sucker

58mm Sage portafilters only • Auto-activated vacuum suction • Holds 10-12 pucks • Quick-release lid • Tritan container (dishwasher-safe, top shelf) • 9V battery included

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Bench Saver Tamp Mat

BPA-free food-safe silicone • Front lip to protect worktop edge • Conventional and naked portafilter compatible • 21 x 14.8 x 4.2cm

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Cleaning Products

Product	Purpose	Quantity
ClaroSwiss Water Filter	Reduces chlorine and heavy metals; slows limescale build-up. Replace every 90 days. Compatible with current Sage espresso machines including Oracle Touch, Bambino, Barista Pro, Barista Express (batch 1735+), and others.	Single filter
Charcoal Water Filters	Replacement filters for older-batch machines (Oracle SES980 batch 1749 and earlier, Barista Express SES875 batch 1734 and earlier, Dual Boiler, Duo-Temp Pro). Check your batch code before ordering.	Set of 6
Machine Descaler	Odourless powder formula for descaling espresso machines. Colour-coded sachets, recyclable packaging.	Pack of 12
Group Head Cleaner	Removes coffee oils and residue from the group head in one application. Odourless powder, recyclable packaging.	Pack of 12
Steam Wand Cleaner	Removes dried milk residue from steam wand and tip. Soak-and-rinse method, also compatible with milk frothers. 1 sachet per 250ml hot water, minimum 1 hour soak.	Pack of 10

What Customers Ask Most

Do I need a separate grinder with a Sage espresso machine?

It depends on the model. The Barista Express, Barista Express Impress, Barista Pro, Barista Touch, Barista Touch Impress Cold Extraction, Oracle Jet, and Oracle Dual Boiler all have integrated grinders. The Bambino and Bambino Plus do not, though both work with pre-ground coffee via the included dual-wall baskets. A separate burr grinder makes a significant difference to flavour if you use one of the non-integrated machines. The Creatista Plus uses Nespresso capsules, so no grinder is needed.

What is the difference between the Bambino and the Bambino Plus?

The core espresso spec is essentially the same: ThermoJet heating in 3 seconds, 54mm portafilter, 15 bar pump, 9 bar extraction. The Bambino Plus adds Auto MilQ automatic milk texturing, which froths milk to your chosen temperature and texture hands-free. The Bambino has a manual steam wand. If milk-based drinks are part of your routine and you do not want to develop a steaming technique, the Plus is the better choice.

What is the difference between masticating and centrifugal juicers?

Centrifugal juicers spin at high speed to extract juice quickly but generate some heat and oxidation in the process. Masticating juicers crush slowly, preserving more nutrients and enzymes, handling leafy greens better, and operating more quietly. The Sage Nutri Juicer range uses Cold Spin Technology to minimise heat transfer at centrifugal speed, which reduces the practical gap between the two methods for most ingredients. The Big Squeeze is the masticating option for those who prioritise maximum nutrient retention or juice a lot of wheatgrass and leafy greens.

Is the Smart Waffle Pro worth the extra cost over the No Mess Waffle Maker?

It depends how often and seriously you make waffles. The No Mess Waffle Maker is straightforward: set your browning level and go. The Smart Waffle Pro calculates cooking time automatically based on batter type, has 12 browning settings versus 7, makes 2 waffles at once versus 1, and has deeper plates for thicker results. If you eat waffles regularly and want consistent results without monitoring, the Pro earns its cost. For occasional use, the No Mess is perfectly capable.

Can the Combi Wave 3-in-1 replace a standalone air fryer?

For most households, yes. The air fry function uses super convection at high temperatures in a 32L cavity, which handles larger portions than most standalone air fryers. It also covers convection oven, microwave, and grill functions. If you need a microwave anyway, the Combi Wave covers both without needing two separate appliances.

Which Sage toaster is best for artisanal or sourdough bread?

Either Smart Toast model. The auto-lowering mechanism gently places bread into the chamber rather than dropping it, which is the key feature for protecting delicate or open-crumb loaves. Both have extra-wide slots. The 4 Slice adds dual browning control per slot pair for households where different people want different browning levels simultaneously. If you mainly eat standard sliced bread, the A Bit More range handles it well at a lower price.

Do Sage appliances need special cleaning products?

For espresso machines, Sage recommends their own descaler and group head cleaner, both of which we stock. The Steam Wand Cleaner sachets provide a more thorough clean than wiping alone and work with milk frothers too. The ClaroSwiss water filter reduces descaling frequency by filtering the water before it enters the machine. For other appliances including blenders, grills, and toasters, standard household cleaning is appropriate.

Care & Maintenance

Espresso Machines

Purge the steam wand and wipe immediately after every milk session. Dried milk inside the wand tip degrades steam flow and microfoam quality. Backflush the group head with a cleaning disc and tablet weekly for machines that support it. Replace the ClaroSwiss water filter every 90 days and descale when prompted. Never use generic descalers. Empty and rinse the drip tray when prompted rather than letting it overflow.

Blenders

Rinse the jug immediately after use before residue dries. The Q Blender has a one-touch self-cleaning programme; use it after every blend. Never touch the blades directly when cleaning. The motor base should be wiped with a dry cloth only and never immersed in water.

Juicers

Rinse the mesh filter immediately after use before juice dries and clogs the mesh. The Big Squeeze's Quick Rinse Technology helps between recipes, but the filter should still be brushed clean after each session. The Nutri Juicer mesh filter benefits from a 15-minute soak in warm water weekly. Never immerse the motor base of any juicer.

Toasters

Empty the crumb tray regularly, particularly when toasting crumpets or dense breads. On Smart Toast models, check that crumbs are not blocking the auto-lowering mechanism if lowering becomes sluggish. Never use metal utensils to remove stuck bread and never insert anything into the slots when the toaster is plugged in.

Grills

Allow plates to cool slightly before wiping; ceramic non-stick releases residue more easily when still warm. Remove BBQ Press ceramic plates for dishwasher cleaning. On the Smart Grill Pro, wipe the probe with a damp cloth after use and do not immerse it. Empty the drip tray after cooking fatty foods before the fat solidifies. Never use metal utensils on ceramic or non-stick surfaces.

Kettles

Descale monthly in hard water areas using a 50/50 white vinegar and water solution: fill to halfway, bring to temperature, soak for 15 minutes, then rinse thoroughly several times. Do not soak or submerge the soft-opening lid as this can affect the steam-release mechanism. Wipe brushed stainless steel in the direction of the grain and dry immediately to prevent water spots.

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