Grosche Milano Black
Score: 77/100
Bialetti New Venus Induction Silver
Score: 82/100Rankings
The Bialetti New Venus Induction Stovetop Coffee Maker is a 6-cup stainless-steel moka pot that works on all hob types, including induction, and brews espresso in about three minutes. Its small base may cause inconsistent induction heating and some users report leaks over time. Best for coffee enthusiasts who need an induction-compatible, durable moka pot for daily use.
The Grosche Milano Moka Pot is a manual stovetop espresso maker built from anodized aluminum with a safety valve and burn-guard handle. Its lack of induction compatibility and confusing cup-size labeling limit its appeal to some users. Best for coffee enthusiasts who value safety and strong espresso on gas or electric burners.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6 cupsbest | 6 cupsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 3 minbest |
21 cm | 21.49 cmbest | |
10.5 cm | 12.99 cmbest | |
17.5 cmbest | 10.99 cm | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.612 kg | 0.54 kgbest |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Capacity & Size(3) | ||
Height (cm) | 21.00 cm | 21.49 cm |
Width (cm) | 10.50 cm | 12.99 cm |
Depth (cm) | 17.50 cm | 10.99 cm |
Power & Compatibility(3) | ||
Power Source | Manual | Stovetop |
Stovetop Compatibility | Gas, Electric, Propane | Gas, Electric, Ceramic, Induction |
Induction Compatible | false | true |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.61 kg | 0.54 kg |
Body Material | Anodized aluminum | Stainless steel |
Dishwasher Safe | false | true |
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Professional reviewers and editors consider the Grosche Milano a top-selling moka pot, praising its premium safety valve, burn-guard handle, and durable aluminum build. They highlight its strong espresso output and versatile size options, while noting the lack of induction compatibility and occasional confusion over cup sizing as the main drawbacks.
Everyday users consistently praise the Milano for delivering a strong, flavorful espresso that rivals coffee-shop quality, its straightforward manual operation, and its portability for home or camping.
“Produces rich, barista-like espresso easier than electric machines.”
“Strong, flavorful brew rivaling baristas.”
Professional reviewers commend the New Venus for its elegant design, 18/10 stainless-steel build, and upgraded 20 % thicker walls that improve heat retention. They highlight its full compatibility with gas, electric, ceramic and induction hobs, dishwasher safety, and the patented safety valve and drip-less spout as notable improvements over older models, while noting the small base may limit induction performance and the potential for long-term leaks.
Everyday users praise the pot for producing rich, café-quality espresso quickly, its large 6-cup capacity, and the durable, shiny stainless-steel finish that stays clean even with daily use. Common complaints focus on occasional leaks after a couple of years, marginal induction performance on some hobs due to the small base, and difficulty finding exact models or larger copper versions.
