By Michael Wantz
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August 27, 2020
Jura makes many types of automatic coffee machines, from small micro units that take little space on your counter, to large units designed for offices. They also make two versions of some models so you can choose what fits your needs and desires in a semi automatic coffee machine. I recently had an E8 and a We8 in for servicing. The machines function basically the same but their capacities are much different. The E8 has a 64 oz water container and a 10 ounce coffee bean capacity. The We8 has a whopping 101 ounce water tank capacity and will hold 17.7 ounces of coffee beans. Size can matter. Larger machines are well suited for small to medium offices, having a 30 cup per day rating. This makes the We8 ideal for small to medium-sized offices. But don’t rule the larger machines out for home use! I am presently using a XJ9 with a one gallon water capacity and one pound bean hopper. The drudge container and drip tray are also large so I can brew 20 or more coffees before emptying, which is very convenient. If you are comparing these two machines you can’t go wrong with either. Jura machines are known for producing the finest high-pressure-brewed coffee, expresso, cappuccino and lattes, cup by cup.