Ninja Luxe Café Premier (ES601) review
A 3-in-1 espresso, drip and cold-brew machine with a built-in scale and guided grinding.
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The Ninja Luxe Café Premier (ES601) makes espresso, drip-style coffee and cold brew, and adds a conical burr grinder with 25 settings, a built-in scale and hands-free milk frothing. This page is based on manufacturer-published specifications and manuals plus aggregated owner reviews; we did not test the products ourselves.
Our verdict
If you want espresso drinks and regular coffee from one machine with as much guidance as possible, the Luxe Café is the more automated choice. If you’d rather learn manual technique and steam milk yourself, the Breville Barista Express is the classic alternative.
Ninja Luxe Café ES601 key specs
| Spec | Ninja Luxe Café ES601 |
|---|---|
| Drinks | Espresso, drip coffee and cold brew (3-in-1) |
| Grinder | Integrated conical burr, 25 grind settings |
| Dosing | Built-in scale for weight-based dosing; assisted tamper |
| Guidance | Barista Assist with grind recommendations |
| Milk | Dual Froth System, hands-free; several froth presets |
| Pump pressure | Not stated on Ninja US pages* |
| Water tank | 70 oz |
| Power | 1650W |
| Dimensions | 12.99 × 13.39 × 14.57 in |
| Weight | 25.73 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year |
Pros and cons
Pros
- Espresso, drip and cold brew in one
- Built-in scale for weight-based dosing
- 25 grind settings
- Hands-free frothing
Cons
- Heavier than the Barista Express (25.73 lb)
- Pump pressure not published by Ninja US
- 1-year warranty
Who it suits (and who it doesn't)
Good fit
- Households that drink espresso and regular coffee
- Beginners who want guidance
- Milk-drink fans who want hands-free frothing
Look elsewhere if
- Purists who want a manual steam wand
- Small counters
- People who only drink espresso
What to know before you buy
- Specs: Ninja’s US pages don’t publish pump pressure, portafilter size or hopper capacity; see the owner’s guide.
- Space: it is about 14.6 in tall, so check under-cabinet clearance.
How it compares
Frequently asked questions
Can the Ninja Luxe Café make regular coffee?
Yes. It makes espresso, drip-style coffee and cold brew.
Does it have a scale?
Yes, a built-in scale for weight-based dosing.
How big is the water tank?
70 oz.
Did you test it?
No. This page uses manufacturer specifications and aggregated owner reviews. See how we research.
Sources
Specifications were checked against the manufacturer pages, manuals and spec sheets below in October 2026. Makers revise specs and sell regional variants, so confirm the exact model number before you buy. We do not list prices because they change daily; use the retailer link to see the current price.
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