Built-in espresso machine Siemens CT718L1B0 — 2.4 L water tank, 19 bar, built-in grinder & milk frother, TFT touch display, black

The Siemens iQ700 CT718L1B0 is a fully automatic espresso machine with a 2.4 L water tank and integrated grinder, designed to deliver a freshly ground single cup of espresso with minimal setup. The machine features a user-friendly TFT display for selecting coffee strength and settings, a compact footprint in a black finish that fits modern kitchens, and straightforward maintenance routines. It brews one cup at a time and combines a built-in grinder with programmable extraction parameters to produce consistent espresso shots from whole beans.

Advantages

The built-in grinder ensures freshly ground coffee for each preparation, while the TFT display simplifies selection of drink type and strength. A 2.4 L water tank reduces the need for frequent refills, and the compact black design integrates well into most kitchen layouts. Automatic functions and clear controls lower the learning curve for daily use, and the single-cup focus allows precise extraction for espresso without wasting beans or water.

Suitable for

• Home users wanting freshly ground espresso made automatically
• Small kitchens where a compact, single-cup machine is preferred
• People who value simple digital control via a TFT display
• Users who consume one espresso at a time and prefer minimal maintenance

Key specifications

• Water tank capacity: 2.4 L
• Brewing capacity: single cup per extraction
• Integrated grinder for whole beans
• Control interface: TFT display
• Colour: black

How to use

Fill the 2.4 L water tank with fresh cold water and add whole coffee beans to the built-in grinder hopper. Power on the machine and use the TFT display to select cup size, coffee strength and any available pre-set functions. Place a cup under the spout and start brewing; the machine will grind, dose and extract a single espresso automatically. After use, follow the manufacturer's cleaning prompts shown on the display to empty grounds, rinse the brew group if applicable, and descale when indicated to maintain performance.

Recommendations

Use fresh, medium-roast beans for balanced espresso flavour and grind size appropriate for espresso extraction. Rinse the water tank weekly and perform descaling according to water hardness to preserve machine longevity and consistent taste.