The Barista Legends® cloth is an outstanding product for cleaning the espresso machine. A clean portafilter machine is an important companion for the perfect espresso. D Barista cloths measure 30 x 30 cm and are perfect for use on your coffee machine. It cleans lint-free and leaves no streaks. The soft edging ensures gentle use on the surfaces. The product can also be washed in the washing machine . With these great features, the Barista Legends® cloth is an indispensable cleaning aid.
Advantages
✅ Very good cleaning performance
✅ Lint-free
✅ Generous dimensions
✅ Gentle
✅ Quality promise
Disadvantages
❌ None
The test
General information
We took a close look at and tested the product in a practical test. In the following, we take a closer look at the features and impressions. From the packaging, materials and quality to the range of functions and handling, the product is subjected to our test procedure.
To give you a quick overview, we work with a points system. The maximum achievable score per area is 100 points. The final overall score is calculated from the average of all tested features, taking into account the respective weighting. For a detailed insight into our comprehensive evaluation process, which forms the basis of all our product ratings, please click here.
The first impression
Packaging and contents
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | Unnecessary packaging waste has been avoided. | 100 points |
| Package contents & scope | Twisted drying cloth | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Product self-explanatory | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Barista Legends® cloth is carefully packaged. The sturdy cardboard box offers sufficient protection during transportation. Unnecessary packaging waste has been avoided. The product packaging contains four Barista Legends® wipes. Instructions for use are not required due to the ease of use.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Attractive design | 100 points |
| Processing | Very good workmanship | 100 points |
| Stability | Stable and robust | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | No information on sustainability, but high-quality materials, quality promise | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Barista Legends® cloth is characterized by an attractive, timeless design. The workmanship is very good, with no visible defects such as seam faults or unclean transitions. The material used is stable and makes a robust impression. Although no explicit information is given on the sustainability of the product, the high-quality workmanship suggests a certain longevity. The manufacturer also offers a satisfaction guarantee.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Handling | Suitable for any espresso machine, quick and easy | 100 points |
| Cleaning performance | Very good performance, sufficient size | 100 points |
| Areas of application | Suitable for at home or in a café | 100 points |
| Additional functions | Lint-free, gentle | 100 points |
| Cleaning and care | Suitable for washing machines | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Barista Legends® cloth is extremely quick and easy to use. With its size of 30 x 30 cm, it is suitable for the entire portafilter machine. The cleaning performance is very good. The cloths can be used at home and also in the commercial sector. It cleans lint-free thanks to the special microfiber fabric and leaves no streaks on the surfaces. The 20% nylon and 80% polyester material is extremely durable. The product can be machine washed at 60°C and reused immediately.
Close-up
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we examine how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also look at the consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Very good performance in the lower price segment | 90 points |
| Rating cut | 4.8 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 90 points |
| Total | 90 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, customers rate the product with an average of 4.8 stars. The quick cleaning, the application without lint and streaks and the size of the cloth are praised. A few customers point out that production in Germany would be desirable.
Prices of €36 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €16 . The Barista Legends® cloth is therefore currently in the lower price segment with a price of €19.95. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is very good.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & contents | 20% | 100 points |
| 2. product processing & appearance | 20% | 100 points |
| 3. in the practical test | 45% | 100 points |
| 4. price/performance & consumer ratings | 15% | 90 points |
| Total | 99 points |
The Barista Legends® brand wipe was awarded an overall score of 1.1 and thus successfully qualified for our test seal. The test was carried out in the test period 11/23 and is stored in our database under the license number 231013010 . Further information on our test procedure can be found at www.pruefengel.de/testverfahren.
Test result:
1,1
