Siemens have been producing bean to cup machines for a good while, and they've largely gone under the radar for a while, vs the much more vocal competition.
They're really quite solid options, workhorse machines that tend to do very well in terms of longevity and lack of problems, and they're comparatively cheap too, for what they are.
Features and Benefits
• One Touch coffees: Espresso, Café Crème, Espresso Macchiato, Latte Macchiato, Cappuccino, Latte (+ Milk Froth & Hot Water)
• 5 Grind Settings
• Water Tank Capacity : 1.7 Litres
• Maximum cup height : 14cm
• Dimensions (WxDxH): 29.5 x 46.7 x 37.3 cm
The Siemens EQ.500 punches above it's weight at this price point, most of the obvious comparisons with similar features are at least a couple of hundred quid more than this.
It'll do a true double shot, various one touch milkies including espresso macchiato, latte, cappuccino & latte macchiato, and flat white, apparently, although I'd take that with a pinch of salt, as one touch bean to cup machines don't usually do micro foam very well.
It'll produce a true double shot, and the drink options are pretty good, with an espresso macchiato, and both latte and latte macchiato in the menu, and the two user profiles too.
There's also an auto steam clean that engages after every milk drink, ensuring the milk system stays clean.