Schaerer · Hot Drink Machines
Schaerer Coffee Soul
8.6Very goodThe Schaerer Coffee Soul addresses operators who require flexible configuration, reliable hygiene processes and an extensive beverage range at daily capacities up to 250 cups. Particularly in office, hotel and food-service settings, it impresses with modular configuration: up to three bean varieties and two milk options, optional syrups and telemetry integration make it, according to the manufacturer, the machine for sites with 60 to 200 employees. Operating comfort benefits from a large touchscreen display (10.4" or 12.1") and variable outlet heights. Practical limitations remain: cleaning costs amount to approximately 288 € annually, as both a coffee cleaner and milk cleaner are required for daily system maintenance. An external milk and syrup cooler occupies counter space. Net acquisition costs range between 12,340 and 15,520 euros (depending on configuration), which is economically justified for large offices or high-traffic hotels — solid engineering and an extensive beverage range partly offset the investment. Weaknesses emerge in the need for a service contract and complex accessory management.
ca. 14,720 – 15,520 €