Jura Z8 vs Jura S8: Which Coffee Machine Is Better?

Note: The Jura Z8 has been discontinued since the writing of this post. You might prefer to read about how the Jura Z10 and S8 compare. If you’re thinking about buying a used Z8, feel free to keep reading. 

Most of us have our favorite cup of coffee, the one that we go to first thing in the morning and a few more times throughout the day. But what do you do when you fancy something a little special or you want to impress your guests?

Jura has an outstanding range of automatic coffee machines that create a great range of coffees with the touch of a button. Today, we will look at the similarities and differences between the Jura Z8 vs S8. After comparing features like design, brewing abilities, and technology, we will add some pros and cons of each and decide which is the better automatic coffee machine.

We will begin with what the Jura Z8 and the Jura S8 have in common.

Quick Glance

The following chart looks at the Jura Z8 and the Jura S8 side by side.

Controls

The Jura Z8 and the Jura S8 can be controlled by the touchscreen color display. These screens are highly intuitive, making the coffee machines incredibly easy to use.

Burr

Conical grinders have a better reputation for grinding coffee beans into a finer grind. The Jura Z8 and the Jura S8 have conical Aroma G3 grinders that are twice as fast as the previous version.

Technology

Pulse Extraction Process is Jura’s main technology which allows for optimal coffee extraction times, improving flavor and aroma. The Jura Z8 and the Jura S8 also have Thermoblock heating systems so the coffee machine only heats the necessary water, and no water gets reheated.

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Spouts

The Jura Z8 and the Jura S8 have dual spouts to brew single and double coffees. You can adjust the height of the spouts for different cups.

The Bean Container

The Jura Z8 and the Jura S8 are the same size bean containers although the Jura Z8 is listed as 9.9 ounces and the Jura S8 has a 10-ounce capacity. A chute is included with both. You can use pre-ground coffee, but it almost defeats the purpose.

Maintenance

With integrated cleaning systems, the Jura Z8 and the Jura S8 are super simple to maintain. You are prompted when the machines need cleaning, and you can follow the instructions on the screen.

There are still plenty of differences between the Jura Z8 and the Jura S8, which we will cover now.

The automatic coffee machines are perfectly designed to blend in with any kitchen design. They are similar in size with different color options.

Jura Z8

It measures 12.6 x 14.96 x 17.71 inches and weighs quite a bit at 29 pounds. It comes in stainless steel.

Jura S8

This coffee machine is slightly smaller at 11 x 13.8 x 17.3 inches and also weighs less at 22 pounds. You can choose from chrome or moonlight silver.

The Winner Is- The Jura S8

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Both coffee machines will allow you to make single and double coffees, espressos, and ristrettos plus other specialties.

Jura Z8

You can also make single and double lungo baristas and café baristas. Choose from flat whites, macchiatos, latte macchiatos, cappuccinos, hot water, and hot water especially for black tea. There are separate options for milk and milk foam. You can brew coffees from 1ox to full jugs.

Jura S8

As well as the single and double specialties, you can make cappuccinos, café lattes, macchiatos, latte macchiatos, and flat whites. You can make a portion of milk, a portion of milk foam, and there are two types of hot water. Coffee sizes range from 1oz to 8oz.

The Winner Is- The Jura Z8

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Once you have narrowed down your coffee choice, there is then the option to personalize the coffee.

Jura Z8

The number of programs isn’t listed, however, you can adjust the coffee strength, the hot water temperature, the milk, and milk foam temperatures.

Jura S8

There are 10 coffee strengths, 3 brewing temperatures, and 3 hot water temperatures.

The Winner Is- A Tie

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For the ultimate creamy coffees, a quality milk frother is going to make all the difference.

Jura Z8

The type of milk frother isn’t stated.

Jura S8

It comes with a professional Fine FrotherG2. You can follow animated instructions on the screen to master the technique.

The Winner Is- The Jura S8

It’s a matter of convenience more than anything!

Jura Z8

The water tank has a huge capacity of 81 ounces.

Jura S8

Although the water tank is smaller, it still holds 64 ounces.

The Winner Is- The Jura Z8

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Finally, some pros and cons of the Jura Z8 and the Jura S8 will help with the decision.